We are thrilled to announce that Dr Weihang Ouyang, CEE PhD graduate, has been awarded the FCE Awards for Outstanding PhD Theses 2025/26. Supervised by Prof. Siwei Liu, Dr Ouyang’s thesis, titled, “Second-Order Analysis of Pile-Supported Framed Structures by Machine Learning-Enhanced Finite-Element Method”, has been recognized for its significance and innovation. Dr Ouyang’s thesis introduces the Neural-Operator Element Method (NOEM), a new hybr

2 Sep 2026

Dr Yao Lu received his B.Sc. degree in Chemistry from Sun Yat-sen University and his Ph.D. degree in Chemistry from Tsinghua University in 2017. He then worked as a Professional Engineer at China Everbright Environment Group Limited, contributing to environmental technology development in waste treatment and resource recovery, as well as government–enterprise strategic environmental planning. From 2019 to 2021, he conducted postdoctoral research

1 Sep 2026

Dr Annalisa De Leo received her Ph.D. degree in Fluid Dynamic and Environmental Engineering in the University of Genoa (Italy) in 2022. Former Postdoctoral Fellow at PolyU, she manages the deployment of a coastal HF-Radar network. Her research bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical applications, using real-time radar data to enhance coastal resilience against environmental and flood risks. Dr De Leo has reported on 1 September 2026. 

1 Sep 2026

We are proud to announce that Prof. Siwei Liu, Assistant Professor of CEE, has won the Grand Award (R&D Category) of The HKIE Structural Division Structural Excellence Award 2026. This prestigious recognition underscores Prof. Liu’s outstanding technological innovations and significant contributions to structural engineering in building design and construction. Prof. Liu’s award-winning project is titled “Second-order Direct Analysis Method of t

24 Aug 2026

Twelve CEE academic staff and students, led by Prof. Hai Guo, Chair Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry and Modelling, embarked on an academic research exchange programme to Sichuan under the Ten Thousand People’s Scheme from 9 to 13 July 2026.  During the visit to Sichuan University’s Wangjiang Campus, the team toured the atmospheric monitoring supersite and participated in an engaging symposium to exchange the latest research outcomes and insig

21 Aug 2026

We are proud to announce that Prof. Tao Wang, Chair Professor of Atmospheric Environment of CEE, has been awarded the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Award (Second Class) 2025 by the Shandong Provincial Department of Science and Technology for his collaborative research with Shandong University, titled “The evolution, formation, and source of air pollution complex in the North China Plain”. This prestigious recognition highlighted his outstan

20 Aug 2026

Led by Prof. Siwei Liu and Dr Liang Chen, the CEE China Beijing Study Tour held from 27 July to 1 August 2026 offered our UG students an enriching opportunity to explore Beijing. The tour immersed students in cutting-edge engineering innovations and smart city developments, while fostering cultural exchange with peers from the University of Science and Technology Beijing. Highlights of the tour include series of technical site visits to industry

19 Aug 2026

Dr Zhihang Xue obtained her Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 2022. Prior to her appointment as a Research Assistant Professor, Dr Xue worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at PolyU. Her research focuses on the development of resilient infrastructure, with particular interests in high-performance materials and structural optimisation, to provide practical solutions for innovative structural design. Dr Xue h

15 Aug 2026

Congratulations to Prof. Huan-Feng Duan, Associate Head (Research) and Professor of CEE and Prof. Chao Zhou, Associate Professor of CEE, on being elected to the Young Member Section (YMS) 2026 of The Hong Kong Academy of Engineering (HKAE). Prof. Duan was recognized for his innovation in engineering science and technology, which enhances the resilience of urban water infrastructure and supports climate sustainability, while Prof. Zhou was honored

13 Aug 2026

Dr Shaoqun Lin received his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University in 2023, and his M.Eng. and B.Eng. in Civil Engineering from South China University of Technology. Before being appointed as a Research Assistant Professor, Dr Lin worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at PolyU for over two years. His research focuses on intelligent monitoring and defect detection of underground structures, including diaphragm wall panels,

10 Aug 2026