Prof. Christina Wong, Director of Research and Innovation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) was invited as one of the honourable speakers at the Global Sustainable Development Congress in Bangkok. The event, which was co-hosted by Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, brought together 3,000 global thought leaders and innovators to discuss solutions for a sustainable future.
Sharing her insights on integrating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goas (SDGs) into research strategy, Prof. Wong delivered fruitful presentation in the panel discussion on “Global collaboration in research: Uniting minds for a sustainable tomorrow.” Universities have played a crucial role in leading the way toward sustainable economic, social and environmental development. PolyU has made significant contributions to the SDGs through research and innovative technology projects, excelling in interdisciplinary and impactful endeavours.
PolyU has attained encouraging results in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024, ranking 77th in the world. It is PolyU’s first time participating in the Rankings and the result reflects the University’s praiseworthy achievements in promoting sustainability. THE Impact Rankings measures a university’s success in delivering on the United Nations 17 SDGs.
PolyU performed well in “Good Health and Well-being” (SDG 3), “Quality Education” (SDG 4), “Sustainable Cities and Communities” (SDG 11)” and “Partnerships for the Goals” (SDG 17), where it topped the other Hong Kong universities in the first and placed 2nd in the City for the other three. In particular, the University’s contribution to “Quality Education” stood out among its peers from around the world, ranking 4th globally.
More:
https://www.polyu.edu.hk/en/media/media-releases/2024/0612_polyu-breaks-into-global-top-100-in-its-debut-in-the-impact-rankings/
https://www.timeshighered-events.com/gsd-congress-2024/home
