Thirteen scholars from PolyU’s Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) have been named among the World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists 2026. Compiled by Stanford University using citation data provided by Elsevier, the list assesses researchers through standardised citation indicators, including citation counts, H-index and citations to papers in different authorship positions. It presents data on both career-long and single

14 Oct 2026

The Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence welcomed prospective students and families at PolyU Info Day 2026 on 10 October 2026. Visitors explored the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Scheme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (JUPAS Code: JS3223), which offers three majors: • BSc (Hons) in Artificial Intelligence • BSc (Hons) in Artificial Intelligence with Financial Technology • BSc (Hons) in Data Science and Analytics T

13 Oct 2026

We are delighted to announce that Dr ZHENG Quanzhan has joined the Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence as Professor of Practice, effective 1 October 2026. Dr ZHENG is a distinguished computer scientist and veteran technology executive who has held key technical leadership roles at Microsoft, Tencent and Baidu. His extensive experience spans operating systems, software infrastructure, and technology research and development. P

9 Oct 2026

DSAI is now inviting applications for the January 2027 intake of our two postgraduate programmes: •    MSc in Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Computing •    MSc in Data Science and Analytics Designed to meet the surging global demand for AI specialists and data strategists, these programmes offer rigorous training, industry-relevant curriculum, and hands-on experience with emerging technologies. Application Deadline: 23 October 2026 Read

23 Sep 2026

The Department of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) is pleased to announce that PolyU has been ranked 15th globally and 1st in Hong Kong for Artificial Intelligence in the ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) 2026. Up one spot from last year, PolyU has secured its position among the world’s top 15 AI institutions while holding the top spot in Hong Kong for the second consecutive year. This achievement highligh

17 Sep 2026

The Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) at PolyU held the inaugural gathering of the DSAI Elite Class Scheme (ECS) on 12 September 2026, welcoming the first cohort of nine high-performing students. The ECS is a dual-track development initiative designed to support outstanding students through early engagement in research and industry-oriented development. Students receive tailored support including faculty mentorship, r

17 Sep 2026

Three staff members from the Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) have received the Faculty Awards for Outstanding Achievement 2026 presented by the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences (FCMS). The DSAI awardees are: Early Career Teacher - Dr LIAO Weihang Ryo, Teaching Fellow Research Student Supervision - Prof. KUMAR Ajay, Professor Knowledge Transfer: Society - Prof. WU Jibin, Assistant Professor

11 Sep 2026

Prof. KUMAR Ajay, Associate Head (Research) of the Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, has received the 2026 IEEE Biometrics Council Leadership Award. The award was presented at the IEEE/IAPR International Joint Conference on Biometrics (IJCB 2026) in Rome, Italy, on 3 September 2026. One of the IEEE Biometrics Council’s most prestigious honours, the award recognises Prof. KUMAR’s exceptional and sustained leadership in conta

8 Sep 2026

The Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) welcomed its new undergraduate and postgraduate students at three orientation sessions held on 27 August, 3 September, and 4 September 2026. At the orientation for the BSc (Hons) Scheme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Prof. CHEN Changwen, Interim Dean of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, delivered welcoming remarks, followed by an introduction to DSAI

7 Sep 2026

The Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) is pleased to share that TO Po Chun, a student of the BSc (Hons) in Financial Technology and Artificial Intelligence, has been awarded the EDPS Innovative Scholarship 2025–26 under the AI & Machine Learning category. Organised by EDPS Systems Limited, the scholarship recognises outstanding final-year university students in Hong Kong in the fields of Data Science, Computer Science,

2 Sep 2026