Dr Kenneth LO Ka-hei, Assistant Professor of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) was interviewed by the Now TV programme “Medicine Online” to explain the myths surrounding the use of gluten-free diet. Dr Lo explained the reasons behind the increased popularity of gluten-free diet, as well as the pros and cons of this diet. Click the link below to watch more about the Now TV programme: https://www.news.now.com/home/local/player?news

3 Dec 2024

We are excited to announce FSN's collaboration with Zhejiang University through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on November 11 at the PolyU campus. This partnership aims to explore a range of collaborative opportunities, including exchange activities and the development of Bachelor-Master Degree Programmes. 

27 Nov 2024

The 2024 Honours and Awards Presentation Ceremony was held at the ballroom of Government House on 23 November 23. The Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, presented honours and awards to Prof. WONG Kahing, Professor in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, and Director of the Research Institute for Future Food (RiFood),  was awarded the "Chief Executive's Community Service Certificate" at the ceremony in recognition of his contributions to promo

25 Nov 2024

A research team led by Dr James Kar-Hei FANG, Associate Professor of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition - PolyU , is actively addressing sustainability challenges by focusing on innovative marine pollution monitoring technologies and sustainable seafood research. They employ automated mapping techniques using micro-Raman spectroscopy to investigate microplastics accumulated in local seafood, discovering that Hong Kong residents could in

13 Nov 2024

In the face of global population growth, rapid urbanization and environmental challenges, the exploration into modern technology and novel cultivation methods is crucial for agricultural development. In a recent article featured in the education section of Sing Tao Daily, Prof. WONG Ka-hing, Professor in the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) and Director of the Research Institute for Future Food (RiFood), discussed how the developme

8 Nov 2024