In the new academic semester, we are delighted to welcome 37 newly admitted research students to the PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME).
Led by the Department Head Prof. SU Zhongqing, fresh research students attended an online orientation in the afternoon on 29 Aug 2022. Research study at ME aims for training our students not just professionals of its field but also opening their minds to discover new knowledge that benefits society.
Dr Tang Hui, Associate Head (Research) and Chairman of Departmental Research Committee (DRC), introduced the department’s 6 research areas – Advanced Materials and Processing, Aerospace Engineering, Clean Energy and Energy Storage, Robotics and Control, Sound and Vibration, Thermofluids and Combustion. They all focus on challenges faced by our society and globe in the decades to come.
Dr David Navarro-Alarcon, Research Student Liaison Officer, is taking care of coordination among all research students in the department. Dr Ma Yuan and Dr Wu Maochun, Seminar Coordinators, are inviting guest speakers to broaden students’ exposure to the latest research and technologies. Students were thrilled to learn about the dynamic learning activities – ME Webinar Series, Research Sharing Talks, ME Research Presentation Competition.
Finally, Ms Lily Tam, DRC Secretary and Administrative Support Group Leader, delivered a comprehensive introduction of the study programme and pattern, examination and grading, studentships and fellowships, funding and support, etc.
The students’ responses were enthusiastic. They are eager to meet the professors and supervisors. We can assure them they will have a supportive, knowledge-oriented, interactive approach experience in their studies.
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