Among major research funding recently received, are projects led by Prof. Cao Jiannong (left), Prof. Geoffrey Shen (centre) and Prof. Songye Zhu (right), who were granted a total of HK$10.5 million under the NSFC/ RGC Collaborative Research Scheme.Zoom In

PolyU has received significant research funding from two prominent organisations to support innovative projects.

 

Under the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Research Grants Council’s Collaborative Research Scheme 2023/24 Exercise, PolyU was granted a total of HK$10.5 million for three interdisciplinary projects. Led by Dean of the Graduate School Prof. Cao Jiannong, Associate Vice President (Global Partnerships) Prof. Geoffrey Shen, and Associate Head and Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Prof. Songye Zhu respectively, the projects aim to advance technologies including AI scheduling, construction collaboration in the Greater Bay Area and offshore renewable energy.

 

Additionally, four projects under the Joint Research Scheme received HK$4.8 million in funding. Led by Prof. Yanxiang Zhao of the Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Prof. Li Cheng of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dr Biao Zhang of the Department of Applied Physics and Dr Chao Zhou of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, these initiatives cover areas including autophagy, vibration suppression, battery design and construction waste recycling.

 

Separately, the Smart Traffic Fund granted PolyU over HK$17 million in funding for two smart transportation solutions. Prof. Yong Xia of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering is developing a digital twin platform to enhance bridge monitoring using sensors and AI. Dr Yung Po Tsang of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering applies blockchain to establish driver identities and optimise city-wide parking management.

 

Vice President (Research and Innovation) Christopher Chao praised PolyU researchers for their contributions to smart development through robust research support. He reaffirmed the University’s dedication to technology and innovation for societal benefit.

 

These major awards from prestigious funders demonstrate PolyU’s excellence in diverse fields. The supported projects promise to advance scientific knowledge and deliver applicable solutions for addressing real-world needs.