What a great success for our flagship event “PolyU InnoTech Open Day x Alumni Homecoming 2024”, and thank you all for your tremendous support. The event was graced by the presence of the Hon. Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member (Technology and Innovation Constituency) of HKSAR, and Ms Wu Cheng, Deputy Director General of Education and Technology Department in the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, as the officiating guests. This year’s InnoTech Open Day, themed “Vision through Innovation, Connecting Intelligence”, showcased PolyU’s achievements in interdisciplinary research, knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship, which contribute to the development of Hong Kong into an international I&T hub.
The PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research (PAIR) showcased inspiring inventions of its constituent research units. Visitors marvelled at the food waste-derived 3D-printed materials, smart companion doll, cutting-edge foot scanner, novel 3D model depicting the topography and landscape of the lunar south pole, and low-carbon construction materials.
Prof. Sylvia Xiaohua CHEN, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Chair Professor of the Department of Applied Social Sciences, Interim Director of the Mental Health Research Centre (MHRC), and Director of the Yan Oi Tong Au Suet Ming Child Development Centre, presented MHRC’s innovative research projects on health and well-being at the Innovation and Technology Forum. These projects not only showcased the latest scientific achievements but also highlighted the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration. The MHRC booth set up at the Jockey Club Auditorium allowed visitors to gain deeper insights into our research directions and positive impact on society, fostering greater awareness and discussions on mental health topics.
The InnoTech Day brought together PolyU academics, students, alumni, I&T entrepreneurs, industry partners, researchers, students, and technology enthusiasts to explore and experience the benefits of innovation and technology. The MHRC remains committed to contributing to the advancement of innovation and mental health research through technology, benefiting Hong Kong, the nation, and the world!
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