December 2024 Issue 49

PolyU’s 30th Anniversary

THE Global AI Forum drives dialogue on future of AI in higher education

Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining the education landscape, offering new opportunities and challenges for higher education institutions worldwide. Over 200 delegates, including university presidents, leading academics and thought leaders from...

PolyU’s 30th Anniversary

Forward and Beyond: Musical brings PolyU’s journey to life

PolyU’s original musical – Forward and Beyond captivated audiences at the Jockey Club Auditorium, commemorating the University’s 30th Anniversary of achieving university status. The production brought together professional performers and PolyU...

PolyU’s 30th Anniversary

Honouring a legacy of excellence at PolyU Gala Dinner 2024

The PolyU Gala Dinner 2024 proved to be a resounding success, drawing over 800 distinguished guests and raising HK$18 million in donations to support PolyU’s pursuit of excellence as an innovative world-class university. Held at the Hong Kong...

PolyU’s 30th Anniversary

Yan Fu’s Legacy Forum and Exhibition debuts on anniversary day

This year marks the 30th anniversary of PolyU achieving university status. On 25 November, a Flag-Raising Ceremony kicked off the PolyU Anniversary Day celebrations, drawing over a thousand distinguished guests, including political and business...

Spotlight On

PolyU heralds Council leadership appointments and new members

PolyU welcomes the reappointment of Dr Lam Tai-fai as Council Chairman, alongside Dr Daniel Yip Chung-yin as Deputy Council Chairman and Mr Arthur Lee Kin as Treasurer. The appointments, announced by Mr John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of the HKSAR,...

Achievements

Clarivate Analytics honours PolyU researchers for citation impact

In the latest “Highly Cited Researchers 2024” list by Clarivate Analytics, PolyU has reinforced its global research excellence with 16* academics being named for their significant impact in their respective fields. This prestigious list...

Achievements

PolyU excels in first-ever THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings

PolyU’s dedication to impactful innovation and interdisciplinary research has earned recognition in the Times Higher Education’s inaugural Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, which placed the University in the 29th position worldwide. The...

Achievements

PolyU seizes prestigious innovation awards at AEII and CES

PolyU is committed to pioneering research and fostering a strong culture of knowledge transfer. In recent major innovation competitions, such as the 4th Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions Hong Kong (AEII) and the Consumer Electronics Show...

Achievements

Innovative education pedagogies garner the Global Education Award and major awards in QS Reimagine Education Awards

PolyU strives to advance teaching and learning innovations and to develop cutting-edge educational technologies for delivering rich, high-quality learning experience to students. With their innovative teaching and learning projects, three PolyU teams...

Collaborations

International Advisory Board charts strategic course

PolyU’s International Advisory Board (IAB) convened its meeting, bringing together global leaders to shape the University’s future direction. The gathering focused on topics ranging from academic structure, education, student development,...

Collaborations

UASR Presidents’ Forum advances Belt and Road higher education development

Global collaboration took centre stage at PolyU as education leaders gathered from the Belt and Road region. As the Rotating President of the University Alliance of the Silk Road (UASR), PolyU hosted the UASR Presidents’ Forum cum Executive Council...

Collaborations

Joint Chinese Textile Centre established by The Hong Kong Palace Museum and PolyU

From imperial court treasures to future design inspiration, a new chapter in Chinese textile heritage unfolds in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) and PolyU have joined forces to establish The Hong Kong Palace Museum – The Hong Kong...

Collaborations

Transforming GBA’s energy sector with China Southern Power Grid Company and CLP Power

The Greater Bay Area (GBA) demonstrates a robust commitment to environmental sustainability and technological innovation, creating a fertile ground for collaborative efforts. Recently, PolyU signed two Memoranda of Understanding – one with China...

Research & Knowledge Transfer

New study on measuring heatwaves for public safety

With unprecedented extreme heat causing approximately 490,000 heat-related deaths globally each year—45% of fatalities in Asia alone—a PolyU research team addresses the critical gaps in current heatwave measurement indices and provides timely...

Research & Knowledge Transfer

Project to explore novel 2D materials receives HK$3.55M funding

In the ever-evolving world of technology, the quest for novel devices is relentless. To support the development of next-generation devices, new materials with rich physical and chemical properties are essential. In light of this, Professor Daniel...

Events

Upcoming: Join us for the Year-End Party and Soft Launch of U GARDEN

2024 marks a defining moment in PolyU’s history – our 30th anniversary of achieving university status. Throughout this year, we have continued to strengthen our position among the world’s top 100 universities while fostering an even more...

Events

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award presented to four recipients for exceptional achievements

Celebrating exceptional achievements in their professions and contributions to PolyU, four alumni – Mr Chiang Tung-keung, Dr Shen Peng, Mr Banting Sze Wai-pan, and The Hon. Perry Yiu Park-leung, MH, JP – recently received the Outstanding PolyU...

Events

Innovation meets athletic excellence at PolyU Sports Science Symposium

As global sports development enters a new era, the integration of science, technology, and education has become increasingly crucial. This convergence is transforming how we enhance athletic performance, prevent injuries, and make sports more...