PolyU is set to establish a network of technology and innovation research institutes in key Mainland cities. This initiative strategically aligns PolyU's research prowess and knowledge transfer expertise with regional industrial needs, fostering innovation and driving economic growth. By extending its reach, PolyU aims to significantly contribute to China's scientific and technological advancement.

PolyU-Zhongshan alliance: pioneering biomedical innovation

In a landmark move, PolyU and the Zhongshan Municipal People's Government signed a cooperation agreement in July 2024 to establish the "PolyU-Zhongshan Technology and Innovation Research Institute". Announced at the Zhongshan Global Investment Promotion Conference, this collaboration aims to accelerate biomedicine development through industry-academia-research cooperation.

The Research Institute will focus on the research and development of pharmaceutical products to improve community healthcare, collaborating with local hospitals to translate research outcomes into practical applications. This initiative is poised to boost Zhongshan's development and strengthen innovation and technology (I&T) cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, positioning both entities to capitalise on emerging opportunities in healthcare and I&T.

Witnessed by Mr Guo Wenhai , Secretary of the CPC Zhongshan Municipal Committee (back row, 2nd from left); Mr Xiao Zhanxin, Deputy Secretary of the Zhongshan Municipal Party Committee and Mayor of Zhongshan City (back row, left); Prof. Gary Wong, Chair Professor of the Department of Chemistry at PolyU (back row, 2nd from right); and Mr Victor Zhao, Assistant Director of the Research and Innovation Office at PolyU (back row, right), the agreement for the establishment of PolyU-Zhongshan Technology and Innovation Research Institute was signed by Mr Ye Hongguang, Member of the Leading Party Group of Zhongshan People’s Government and Vice Mayor of Zhongshan City (seated, left), and Prof. Wing-tak Wong, Deputy President and Provost of PolyU (seated, right).

Jinjiang collaboration marks new era in industry-academia synergy

The PolyU-Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute (Research Institute) celebrated significant milestones with a Signing Ceremony of the Collaboration Projects and Technology Matchmaking Conference in Jinjiang. The event, attended by nearly 160 officials and enterprise representatives from Quanzhou and Jinjiang, showcased the Research Institute’s achievements and future plans.

Notably, the PolyU InnoHub@Jinjiang was launched, welcoming its first five startups and marking a significant step in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. The Launch Ceremony also featured agreement signings with various enterprises for technology transfer and joint laboratories, as well as the plaque unveiling ceremony of a joint laboratory with Jinjiang Topone Anti-mold Material Company. The day included a visit to the Research Institute and the new PolyU InnoHub@Jinjiang by both parties’ representatives, engaging with the first batch of five inaugural startups.

The celebration culminated in a friendly football match between the PolyU United Football Team and the Jinjiang Municipal Football Team at the Jinjiang Football Training Centre. With 388 spectators, the football match not only displayed athletic prowess but also strengthened the bond between PolyU and Jinjiang.

The PolyU InnoHub@Jinjiang was officially launched, with distinguished guests attending the ceremony: Dr Lam Tai-fai, the Council Chairman of PolyU (6th from right); Mr Zhang Wenxian, Member of the Standing Committee of Quanzhou Communist Party Committee and Communist Party Secretary of Jinjiang City (6th from left); Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President of PolyU (5th from right); Mr Chen Junwei, Deputy Director of Quanzhou Science and Technology Bureau (5th from left); Prof Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU (4th from right); Mr Liu Jianjun, Member of the Standing Committee of Jinjiang Municipal Committee and Vice Mayor candidate (4th from right); Mr Wu Jingyu, Vice Mayor of Jinjiang and Secretary of Chen Dai Town Party Committee (3rd from left); Mr Chen Jinfu, Vice Mayor of Jinjiang (2nd from left) and PolyU senior members.

The launch of the PolyU InnoHub@Jinjiang welcomed the official move-in of the first five outstanding startups, aiming to invigorate the local innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Prof. Yu Changyuan, Dean of the PolyU-Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute (left), and Mr He Shuidong, Chairman of Jinjiang Topone Anti-mold Material Company (right), unveiled the plague for the establishment of the Joint Laboratory.

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