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Head of Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology

Prof. Chow Ming-cheung, Larry

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From 2nd to 7th June, the Summer Exchange Workshop in Nanjing was a vibrant convergence of knowledge and cultural exchange where ABCT Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate students participated. The journey, led by Prof. Ma Cong, Dr. Yang Xian, Dr. Li Zhen-yan, Eugene, and Dr. Yuen On-ying, included visits to prominent locations such as the Pharmaceutical Museum and national key laboratories at China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing Shenghe Pha

20 Jun 2025

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A group of ABCT undergraduate students, under the guidance of Prof. Xing Bengang, Prof. Yao Zhongping, Prof. Wong Tsun-Ting Clarence, Dr. Cheung Kwong-Chak Gary, and Dr. Cheung Ching Mei Chartia, embarked on a transformative study tour to Singapore and Malaysia from 27 May to 2 June 2025.   The objective of this study tour was to broaden the students' perspectives, expose them to cutting-edge research, and deepen their understanding of applied bi

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Liu Huaqian, a PhD student under the supervision of Prof. Zhao Xin, has been honored with the Best Poster Award at the 2025 Westlake Conference on Advanced Regenerative Engineering (WE-CARE).  Liu Huaqian's project, titled "Slot-in snap-back, homeothermal, shape memory bone screws loading L-arginine and Ca2+ propagate mechanical stimulation, energize bone cells, and augment bone regeneration," represents a significant leap forward in addressing

17 Jun 2025

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We are proud to announce that ABCT PhD students have received notable accolades: the R&D Award for Postgraduates from the 2024 Science and Technology Awards of the Macao SAR and the Best Presentation Award at the Liver Week Conference 2025 in Gyeongju, Korea.   Dr. Martina Mang Leng Lei, a PhD graduate under the supervision of Prof. Terence Lee, has been awarded the R&D Award for Postgraduates at the 2024 Science and Technology Awards of the Maca

5 Jun 2025

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The "2025 Hong Kong-Jiangsu Symposium on Drug Discovery and Development" successfully concluded on 17 May, 2025, bringing together renowned researchers, scientists, and industry professionals from around the world. Hosted by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and co-organized with China Pharmaceutical University, the symposium aimed to advance pharmaceutical sciences and foster collaboration in the field of drug discovery and developmen

5 Jun 2025

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In a momentous achievement, Dr. Zhou Liping, Research Assistant Professor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has been honored with a Gold Medal for the groundbreaking project "Eye-on-a-Chip Device" at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva.   The innovative "Eye-on-a-Chip Device" technology, led by Dr. Zhou Liping and Dr. Phan Chau-Minh, mimics the complex eye environment. This cutting-edge device facilitates the testing of

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) strives to promote educational and research development in the fields of medicine and health. Leveraging its state-of-the-art facilities and strengths in interdisciplinary research, the University is committed to supporting Hong Kong’s development into an international health and medical innovation hub by advancing precision medicine and personalised treatment.   PolyU will actively promote precision

22 Apr 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) celebrates the acceptance of ABRAM Therapeutics Limited (ABRAM), a start-up co-founded by a PolyU scholar, into the Roche Accelerator. This marks the first time a Hong Kong-based start-up being welcomed by this prestigious innovation hub. Nurtured within the PolyVentures start-up ecosystem, ABRAM focuses on its ground-breaking drug candidate, ABarginase, for treating obesity and related metabolic disor

3 Apr 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, and Faculty of Science today co-hosted the “AI & Medicine: Shaping the Future of Health”  Forum. The event featured a keynote speech by Prof. Barry MARSHALL, 2005 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine, who shared his research journey and provided insights into the future of medicine. Prof. Ya-Qin ZHANG, Chair Profe

27 Mar 2025

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On April 27th, the China Mobile Wutong Cup National Finals took place at Xiamen University. This competition serves as a platform to foster research and innovation among university students, spanning various fields including artificial intelligence and data security. It emphasizes the integration of big data applications across diverse industries. At the finals, 15 top teams from across the nation engaged in a pinnacle competition showcasing inn

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