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Thank you for Attending ‘PolyU InnoTech Open Day x Alumni Homecoming’

Basking in the sunshine, we had a wonderful time with our alumni and visitors at ‘PolyU InnoTech Open Day x Alumni Homecoming’ last Saturday. It was a great pleasure to showcase our cutting-edge technologies, ‘Voice-Guided Robot Autonomous Tool Delivery/Robot-Assisted 3D Printing System’ through demonstrations and videos. The enthusiastic engagement from the alumni and visitors was truly encouraging. Thank you for being part of this inspiring day! Stay connected!

Visit by KTH’s Department of Real Estate and Construction Management

We had the honour of welcoming a distinguished delegation from the Department of Real Estate and Construction Management of KTH Royal Institute of Technology (KTH) to BRE for a collaborative exchange on 18 Oct. The meeting began with a warm welcome from Ir Dr. JoonOh SEO, Acting Associate Head of Research. As the meeting liaison, Dr. Ying FAN introduced our academic programmes and research disciplines, along with her research in urban economics. BRE faculty members, including Dr. Yi SUN, Sr Dr Ivy WONG, Ar. Dr Tristance KEE, and Dr Jeff SHEN, presented their research focuses in areas, such as age-friendly built environments, urban-rural planning, housing sustainability, and climate finance. The KTH delegation enriched the discussions by presenting their cutting-edge research on housing market dynamics, urban amenities, advances in PropTech, and the future of cities. This exchange led to insightful conversations on global challenges and innovative solutions in these areas. The day concluded with a tour of BRE’s advanced facilities, led by Dr. CHI Hung Lin, where the delegation experienced our Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE) System. We are grateful for the opportunity to exchange knowledge and explore future collaborations that could drive innovation in real estate and construction management.

Thank You for Making ‘PolyU Info Day’ a Great Success

Thank you to everyone who joined us for ‘PolyU Info Day’ last Saturday! Your enthusiasm and participation truly brought the day to life. Through a diverse range of our informative and exciting activities, you have explored the pathways to professional careers with well-rounded competencies in the construction industry in Hong Kong and beyond. We hope our helping tips on programme selection have put you at ease. We look forward to welcoming you on campus again. Stay connected!

Visit by the Director and Dedicated Team of Architectural Services Department, the Government of HKSAR

We were delighted to welcome Ar Michael LI, JP, Director and Sr Alan SIN, Deputy Director from the Architectural Services Department of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, along with the dedicated team on 3 Oct.  The visit commenced with a warm welcome from our Head, Prof. Michael YAM, followed by insightful presentations from BRE academics, including Prof. Heng LI, Dr JoonOh SEO, Dr Kelvin HEUNG, Dr CHI Hung Lin, Dr Shuai HAN and Dr Yiwei WENG.  They shared their research endeavors on:   Landlink: 4S construction site communication and monitoring solution Advanced wearable sensing devices and exoskeleton suits for smart construction Teleoperation and training of tower crane with immersive technologies Autonomous 3D concrete printing technologies for construction   What’s more, the guests had the opportunity to explore our cutting-edge technologies through visits to our laboratories.  They experienced innovations in Landlink, Motion Platform, Smart Tower Crane, 3D printing and exoskeleton. We hope they had an enjoyable and fruitful time with us and look forward to future collaborations!    

Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU FCE 2024

Congratulations to the four recipients of the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU FCE 2024, especially, Ir Dr. David KWOK Tai Wai, a distinguished graduate of our Doctor of International Real Estate and Construction Programme! This prestigious faculty-level award honors our esteemed alumni for their exceptional achievements and significant contributions to PolyU and the community. More about Ir Dr David KWOK: https://polyu.hk/nTMUe

Welcome Freshmen to PolyU and BRE

This afternoon’s BRE Orientation marked the beginning of an exciting journey for our freshmen at PolyU! This new chapter is filled with opportunities to explore your passions, gain valuable knowledge, and develop new skills while forging lifelong friendships. We are here to support you every step of the way. Feel free to stop by for a chat anytime!

HKIS Scholarship and 2023 Dissertation Awards Presentation Ceremony

We are proud to celebrate the persistence and outstanding achievements of our final-year students. This year, our undergraduate and postgraduate students have been honored with the Hong Kong Institute of Surveying (HKIS) – Scholarship and Outstanding Dissertation Awards 2023. The Awards Presentation Ceremony, held at the Surveyors Learning Centre of HKIS in July 2024, was graced by the presence of Sr Francis LAM, HKIS President, Sr Steven TANG, Chairman of Board of Education; and Sr Dr LEUNG Mei Yung, Chairman of Research Committee. They welcomed the attendees and delivered inspiring speeches. Dr Esther YUNG, Associate Head (Teaching) of BRE and Dr Jeff SHEN, Assistant Professor of BRE were also in attendance to congratulate our students on their remarkable accomplishments. Scholarship Awardees - BSc (Hons) in Surveying: • MAK Fong Lam, Boris (1st) • SZE Shun Ching (1st) • CHEUK Jocelyn (2nd) • LI Hoi Ying (2nd) BSc (Hons) in Property Management: • WONG Sze Lam, Connie (1st) • HUI Man Yui (2nd) Outstanding Dissertation Awards 2023 – Undergraduate Awardees: • LEE Cheuk Him (Top Award) • YEE Chun Yin (Top Award) • CHAN Tsz Kwan, Anson (Merit Award) Postgraduate Awardees: • Dr HUSSEIN Mohamed Mamdouh Yusuf (Top Award) • Dr WUNI Ibrahim Yahaya (Top Award) (For more about these awards, please refer to our newsletter (p.17-18): https://polyu.hk/pbzAr)

Huge Congratulations to the Awardee of The Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU BRE 2024

Huge Congratulations to Ir Dr David KWOK Tai Wai. Ir Dr Kwok has been selected for this year’s ‘Outstanding Young Alumni Award in Professional Achievement of PolyU BRE’ in recognition of his distinguished accomplishments in his profession and significant contributions to the Department, PolyU and the community. His illustrious achievements and valuable contributions have earned him the very well-deserved honour.  

PolyU Summer Institute 2024 - 3D Printing Lightweight Structure Game at BRE

As part of the signature event ‘PolyU Summer Institute’ in July, following the welcome remarks by Prof. Ni Meng, Associate Dean (Research) of the Faculty of Construction and Environment (FCE) and Chair Professor of BRE, over 100 students participated in a thematic 3D printing lightweight structure game at the Building Technology Laboratory of BRE. They learned how to effectively utilise 3D printing technology to create lightweight structures. This engaging activity showcased the integration of advanced technologies into our curriculum and the construction industry. The feedback was very positive, with students thoroughly enjoying the event and gaining invaluable hands-on experience. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible! We look forward to welcoming more young minds in the future!  

Research Project on ‘Safety Vest Exosuit’ Featured in Ming Pao’s Interview

The innovative research project on the 'Safety Vest Exosuit,' led by Mr LEI Ting, a BRE research student under the supervision of Dr Kelvin HEUNG, Research Assistant Professor of BRE and Dr JoonOh SEO, Associate Professor of BRE, was highlighted in a recent interview with Ming Pao Daily News." This innovative exosuit is designed to significantly reduce the risk of injuries for construction workers byproviding supportive force to their lower back. Its key features include: • Lightweight and Compact Design: Engineered for comfort and ease of movement. • Integrated Safety Vest: Combines safety with functionality. • Advanced Technology: Equipped with six pneumatic artificial muscles and a movement sensor. • Minimal Weight: Weighs approximately 2 kg. • Cost-Effective: Estimated price is less than HKD 1,000 (around USD 130).   The exosuit has already achieved recognition, winning the Merit Prize in the Math & Physics/Mechanics & Control Systems category at the 10th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (2024). The next step is to conduct field tests with construction workers. Ming Pao’s interview: https://news.mingpao.com/.../%E5%AE%89%E5%85%A8%E8%A1%A3...(mingpao.com) (image captured from Ming Pao Daily News)