We are pleased to share that Dr Shuowen Zhang won the PolyU Young Innovative Researcher Award (YIRA) 2023! YIRA is organized by the Research and Innovation Office to encourage young PolyU researchers under the age of 35 who have demonstrated novelty, contributed to technology advancement, and propelled transformational innovation into solutions for addressing problems in society. Dr Zhang attained the award for her research focus on smart and reconfigurable 6G wireless networks aided by intelligent reflecting surface. She will be granted a research funding support of HK$500,000 for recognizing her dedication to advancing knowledge and making a positive impact on society.