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PolyU receives donation from Suga International Holdings Limited to support sustainable urban green agriculture

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) received a generous donation from Suga International Holdings Limited (SUGA) for the establishment of Hong Kong’s first research platform focusing on Urban Agriculture. The laboratory has been named as “Suga Research Laboratory for Sustainable Urban Green Agriculture” in recognition of the company’s contribution to the University. Officiating the naming ceremony were Professor the Honourable Sophia CHAN, the Secretary for Food and Health of the HKSAR Government, Dr NG Chi-ho, Chairman and Managing Director of SUGA, and Professor Jin-Guang TENG, PolyU President. The mission of the Laboratory is to develop the next generation of Urban Agriculture model to cultivate high quality and safe fruits and vegetables in a small indoor space, with hydroponics as a focus. Two research directions include the investigation of the optimal correlation between major environmental factors and the growth of hydroponics vegetables, as well as the systematical assessment of food safety risk, harmful chemicals and food-borne bacteria in vegetables grown from hydroponics and traditional farming. Professor Teng expressed sincere gratitude to Dr Ng for supporting PolyU’s sustainable urban green agriculture research. “The Laboratory is the first of its kind in Hong Kong. With the use of innovative technologies, Urban Agriculture contributes to food safety and enables sustainable food production in modern cities. It matches with one of PolyU’s strategic research areas, that is, food safety and technology,” added Professor TENG. In 2011, PolyU established the first university-based Food Safety and Technology Research Centre in Hong Kong and had successfully developed the first Food Hygiene Standard Certification System for local catering establishments, which had then been licensed to three major certification bodies in Hong Kong. At the naming ceremony, Professor Sophia CHAN said the Government has put in a lot of efforts and resources to promote the sustainable development of agriculture in Hong Kong. This includes the setting up of an Agricultural Park to encourage the adoption of modern farming methods and offering funding through the $500 million Sustainable Agricultural Development Fund to foster the research and application of new technologies as well as to encourage farmers upgrade and modernise their equipment. She welcomes the establishment of the Suga Research Laboratory in PolyU to complement the Government’s efforts on this front. Dr NG said, “SUGA has been actively applying new technology in improving food quality and safety, both for the health of human and people’s best friend, pets. I am very delighted to endorse and support this research laboratory, an exemplary cooperation among enterprise, academia and research. I am tremendously eager to see the inventive solutions that will arise from this laboratory, and how they will bring meaningful contributions to the advancement of hydroponic business and pet food business in Hong Kong.” The Suga Research Laboratory for Sustainable Urban Green Agriculture is operated by PolyU’s Food Safety and Technology Research Centre (FSTRC). Dr WONG Ka Hing, Executive Director of FSTRC, shared that the development of indoor hydroponic technology is demand-driven and customer focused to ensure that the products could fulfill the needs of Hong Kong people. Besides food safety and technology for humankind, the Laboratory has an ambition to do more and the next research focus will be on pet food. The Laboratory will also establish a Core Technology Exchange Platform for promoting knowledge transfer in Urban Agriculture and enhancing the competitiveness of the industry. Aspiring to serve as an information hub to make greater contributions in Urban Agriculture development in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and the Mainland, the Laboratory will help foster a “Healthy Eating” culture and safeguard public health.

PolyU Foundation holds appreciation reception for its members

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Foundation held two appreciation receptions on 9 May and 22 May 2019 respectively, to express its gratitude to its members for their generous support to the University. Among the guests invited were new and upgraded members in the PolyU Foundation membership categories of Honorary Life Member, Life Member, Senior Member and Ordinary Member. Prof. Philip Chan, PolyU Interim President, warmly welcomed the guests and shared with them PolyU’s accomplishments in education, research and knowledge transfer. He acknowledged members for their ardent support to the University, which enabled PolyU to make further contributions to the betterment of society. Dr Katherine Ngan, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation, expressed her heartfelt thanks to the members for their long-standing support. Besides introducing the objectives of the Foundation, Dr Ngan encouraged members to continue to support PolyU so that the University could secure extra funds for its development through the Eighth Matching Grant Scheme. As a token of thanks, a Certificate of Appreciation was presented to the members by Prof. Chan and Dr Ngan. After the appreciation reception, the members also paid a visit to the House of Innovation to know more about PolyU’s accomplishment in research and development.

Lam Woo Foundation supports the development of Distinguished Social Work Awards

On 29 April, PolyU held an appreciation luncheon to express its gratitude to Lam Woo Foundation for the generous donation to support the development of “Lam Woo Distinguished Social Work Awards”. PolyU Interim President Prof. Philip Chan presented a souvenir to Dr Samuel Lam, Council member of Lam Woo Foundation on behalf of the University and thanked the Foundation for its staunch support to PolyU. Set up by Lam Woo Foundation in 2012 and organised by Peking University-The Hong Kong Polytechnic University China Social Work Research Centre, the “Lam Woo Distinguished Social Work Awards” is the first national social work award jointly organised by universities from Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland in recognition of the scholars, students and service units in the mainland with outstanding contributions and performance in the field of social work.

Appreciation Reception for Scholarship and Bursary Donors 2018/19

On 11 April 2019, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held an appreciation reception at the Alumni Atrium to thank donors who have set up scholarships and/ or bursaries for students in the academic year 2018/19. In 2018/19, PolyU received over HK$43 million from around 360 donors, in the forms of scholarships, bursaries, financial assistance, and subsidies for student activities, benefiting over 2,300 students. Prof. Philip Chan, PolyU Interim President, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to all donors in his welcoming address. Certificates of appreciation were presented to donors who have supported the University’s scholarship/bursary scheme for over 15 years by Prof. Chan and Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation. Dr Ngan also appealed all donors to continuously partner with PolyU to nurture more talents with social responsibility and make ever-greater contribution to our society. During the reception, six talented scholarship awardees performed Kazakhstan dance and singing respectively to express their heartiest gratitude to the donors. Two donors, Hong Kong Hotels Association and Tsim Sha Tsui District Kai Fong Welfare Association, which have been supporting the University’s scholarship/ bursary scheme for over two decades, shared with the audience their beliefs and aspiration to support education and PolyU.

Sin Wai Kin Foundation supports the development of Chinese Humanities education

On 28 March, PolyU held an appreciation luncheon to express its gratitude to Sin Wai Kin Foundation for the generous donation to support the development of Chinese Humanities education. PolyU Council Chairman Dr Lam Tai-fai (Picture 1, first from left) and PolyU Foundation Chairman Dr Katherine Ngan (first from right) presented a souvenir to Dr David Sin Wai-kin (middle), Chairman of Sin Wai Kin Foundation on behalf of the University and thanked Dr Sin’s staunch support to PolyU. The donation will be used to set up “The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Sin Wai Kin Chinese Humanities Development Fund” to promote the learning, academic exchange and research in the areas of Chinese culture, language, history and philosophy. (Picture 2, from the left) Dean of Faculty of Humanities Prof. Chu Hung-lam, Mr Benedict Sin, Council Chairman Dr Lam Tai-fai, Dr David Sin Wai-kin, Mrs Sin Wai-kin, PolyU Foundation Chairman Dr Katherine Ngan and Executive Vice President Dr Miranda Lou

PolyU Foundation holds an appreciation lunch for its members

On 6 March 2019, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Foundation held an appreciation lunch to express its gratitude to its members for their generous donation to the University. Among the guests invited were new and upgraded members in the PolyU Foundation membership categories of Honorary Life Chairman, Honorary Life President and Honorary Life Vice President. Dr Katherine Ngan, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation, warmly welcomed the guests and valued them as important partners of PolyU, in joining hands to drive forward PolyU’s innovative research and professional education for the betterment of the community. Prof. Philip Chan, PolyU Interim President, expressed his heartfelt thanks to the members for their momentous support to PolyU and commended on their commitment to philanthropy. He also shared PolyU’s mission of nurturing students to become serving leaders and promote social responsibility through research and innovations. Prof. Chan introduced members the Eighth Matching Grant Scheme and encouraged for their continued support in order to secure more funding sources for the University’s development. As a token of thanks, a Certificate of Appreciation and a souvenir were presented to members by Prof. Chan and Dr Ngan. The souvenir is specially designed with an “infinity” symbol implying numerous innovative ideas and creativity of PolyU which we create and bring positive impact to the society.

PolyU • Goldlion Invitational Golf Tournament – Concerted Efforts of Golfers Raised New Record

More than 200 business elites, community leaders, as well as alumni and friends of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) participated in the “PolyU • Goldlion Invitational Golf Tournament” on 25 January 2019 at Mission Hills Golf Club, Dongguan. With the generous support of the Goldlion Holdings Limited - Corporate celebrating its Jubilee Anniversary as Title Sponsor of the activity and other sponsors, the tournament raised over HK$3 million, which set a new record to the University. Proceeds of the tournament will be used to support development of the University and its students' holistic development. Officiating guests of the Kick-off ceremony included Prof. Philip C.H. Chan, PolyU Interim President; Mr Ricky Tsang, Chairman of the Tournament’s Organizing Committee (OC) and Chairman of Goldlion Holdings Limited; Ir Dr K.K. Wong, Executive Chairman and Honorary Chairman of the OC; four other Honorary Chairmen of the OC, namely Dr Dennis Ng, Mr Y.F. Lee, Mr Bob Chong and Mr Peter Lau; two Honorary Chairmen, Mr Patrick Luk and Dr Edward Chan; as well as Mr Richard Sun, Governing Committee member of the PolyU Foundation. 14 prizes of the tournament included team awards (Honorary Chairman Cup and Supreme Cup) and individual awards (Best Gross Score, Best Net Score, Alumni Cup, etc) were presented at the Award Presentation cum Dinner held in the evening. During the dinner, Dr Miranda Lou, PolyU Executive Vice President thanked and presented Certificate of Appreciation to members of the Organizing Committee and sponsors for their invaluable contribution. She also thanked the friends of PolyU, sponsors and golfers for their ardent support. Overwhelmed by the joyous atmosphere, guests with awards enjoyed the fun and applause. Additional meaning was added to this memorable evening when extra donation was made by guests that has proven their endorsement to PolyU’s education philosophy.

Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship Presentation Ceremony 2018/19

Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship Presentation Ceremony 2018/19 was held on 5 Dec 2018 to honour 16 students from the eight Faculties of PolyU, for their outstanding academic achievements. "Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship" was set up in 2013 to pay tribute to the late Deputy Council Chairman and Distinguished Alumnus Ir Dr Ng Tat-lun, for his tremendous contributions to the development of the University as well as his passion for lifelong learning. The Ceremony was officiated by Mrs Millen Ng and Ms Irene Ng, wife and daughter of Dr Ng Tat-lun, Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President and Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation. Members of the Governing Committee of the PolyU Foundation, PolyU staff members, students and parents also attended the ceremony to congratulate the scholarship recipients. Addressing the Ceremony, Professor Tong said, "Dr Ng was diligent, erudite and multi-talented. He has obtained over 10 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. He had a long affiliation with PolyU over the past fifty years, from student to Council member. He was also the founder of the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations. I hope PolyU students will inherit Dr Ng's enthusiasm in pursuing knowledge and the attitude in treating others with the utmost honesty and respect, and will be able to give back to the society in the future.”

PolyU holds a naming ceremony for Yu Tung Shan Lecture Theatre

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has named the lecture theatre N003 facing the greenery lawn on 21 November after an alumnus, Mr Yu Tung-shan in appreciation of the keen support he has rendered his alma mater. Mr Yu graduated from the Building Department of the Hong Kong Technical College, forerunner of PolyU in 1963 who has not come back to campus until January 2018 at the Award Presentation of the PolyU Invitational Tournament.  Firmly believing in giving back to society, Mr Yu made not only donation to PolyU to express his gratitude for the education he received, he also contributed his painting of the Lantau Island where he could see numerous opportunities for students of the Faculty of Construction and Environment.

PolyU Fund-raising Dinner 2018/19 "Create ‧ Impact" raised over $19.8 million

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Fund-raising Dinner 2018/19 was held on 1 November 2018 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. With the theme of "Create ‧ Impact", the Dinner brought together over 800 distinguished guests, alumni, target donors and supporters of PolyU for a meaningful reunion. Forty-three guests joined the kick-off ceremony and toasting, including: Professor Li Lu, Director of the Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR, Mr Chan Tze-ching, PolyU Council Chairman, Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President, Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation, Dr Patrick Poon and Dr Yip Kit-chuen, Honorary Chairmen of the PolyU Foundation, Dr Raymond Chan and Mr Richard Sun, Co-Chairmen of the Event Organizing Committee, as well as members of the Governing Committee of the PolyU Foundation, PolyU Council and Court. Highlights of the Dinner included the wonderful performance of famous erhu and percussionist Master Guo Gan, guzheng master Dr Zou Lunlun as well as the Chinese martial arts and guzheng performance by Dr Raymond Chan. The finale performance was the singing by Miss Cally Kwong, Ms Fiona Cheung together with the President's Band comprising Prof. Timothy W. Tong, PolyU students and alumni, which brought everyone at the Dinner to their feet, singing and dancing. Among the climaxes of the Dinner was the charity auction of seven items, including premium wines, exquisite artworks, Council Chairman’s Private Kitchen, PolyU President’s personal guitar and high jewelry sponsored by Dr Daniel C.Y. Chan, Ms Shirley Chan Suk-ling, Mr Louis Mak Law-mo, Mr Chan Tze-ching, Prof. Timothy W. Tong and Mr Alan Kiang Ping-fai respectively. The Dinner also featured a mini exhibition showcasing highlights of the projects which PolyU has undertaken to bring positive impact to the society. Over HK$19.8 million was raised from the Dinner, the net proceeds will be used to support the student development and general development of PolyU. The Dinner owed its success to the generous support of sponsors, including: Principal Sponsor: Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL) Premier Sponsors: Glorious Sun Group   Kingrich Asia Holdings Ltd Diamond Sponsors: Bright Future Charitable Foundation   Brilliant International Group   Dr Raymond Chan, JP & Mrs Shirley Chan Pau Shiu-yeng   Ms Fiona Cheung Sun-yu, MH   Jetta Company Limited   King's Flair Development Limited   Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Limited   Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, MH, LP   Shing Cheong Charitable Foundation Limited Gold Sponsors: Biel Crystal (HK) Manufactory Limited   Fujikon Industrial Holdings Limited,Mr Johnny Yeung Chi-hung, MH   German Pool   Ms Pansy Ho, JP   New Frontier   Win Hanverky Holdings Ltd JadeSponsors: Chevalier Group   Chuang Tze Cheung Charity Foundation   Mrs Katherine Leung Hung Siu-lin   Por Yen Charitable Foundation Ltd   Sa Sa Making Life Beautiful Charity Fund   Dr Henry Tan   Dr Irene Tang Mo-lin   Tuve Hotel   The Universal Hardware & Plastic Factory Limited   WKF Foundation   Dr Raymond Wong Pearl Sponsors: 9H Limited   Dr Raymond Chan, JP & Mrs Shirley Chan Pau Shiu-yeng   Mr Samson Chan   Mr Chao Chen-kuo   Ms Sabrina Chao Ms Janet Chen   Mr K.K. Chiu & Mr Francis Li   Mr Wilson W.Y. Chow   Chung Nam Group Limited   CLP Power Hong Kong Limited   Ir Johnny Fan Siu-kay   Fenix Group Holdings Ltd   Fook Tin Group Holdings Limited   The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited   Mr Alan Kiang Ping-fai   Kinox Enterprises Ltd   NWS Holdings Limited   Parsons Music Corporation   Mr Raymond Poon Tak-cheong   Popway Hotel   Simson Suen Foundation   Starlite Holdings Limited   Ms Candy M.K. Tam   Dr Henry Tseng Chee   The Tsim Sha Tsui District Kai Fong Welfare Association   Vantage Charity Foundation Limited   Mr Xi Yu-shan   Ms Amelia Yau   Dr Yip Kit-chuen VIP Tickets: Dr Daniel C.Y. Chan   Mrs Nina Lam, MH   Mr Peter Lau   Mrs Stella Lau Kun Lai-kuen   Mr Liu Zheng-qi   Mr Lo Kam-wing   The Professional Validation Centre of Hong Kong Business Sector   Squina International Group Ltd   Mr Tang To   T.K. Tsui & Associates Ltd   Mr Yu Tung-shan   Dr Royce Yuen, JP The PolyU Foundation was officially established on 1 July 2014. It aims to support the University's endeavours in the improvement of facilities and related resources, promotion of research and development, and enhancement of the all-round development and competitiveness of students.  It serves to connect and recognize supporters and friends of the University.