The Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is delighted to announce the recipients of the Outstanding Alumni Award 2025. These awards aim to acknowledge exceptional graduates of PolyU who have excelled in their respective fields, demonstrated active supports, and made significant contributions to the broader community. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the following individuals for receivi

31 Jul 2025

During the summer months, food poisoning incidents occur frequently, particularly when raw or cold foods are improperly handled, leading to bacterial growth that threatens consumer health. The investigative team from "Frontline Investigation" recently uncovered that Sushi Express left pre-made sushi rice outside refrigerator for over 16 hours without temperature control.  According to the guidelines from the Food Safety Center, cooked rice shoul

25 Jul 2025

We are delighted to share post-event highlights from the Distinguished Lecture by Prof. Timothy R. Walsh, Professor of Medical Microbiology and Antimicrobial Resistance at the University of Oxford, co-organized by FCE and FSN on 11 July 2025.  We extend our gratitude to Prof. Walsh for sharing his insights on the topic "AMR: Beyond the Bugs." Participants had an inspiring opportunity to explore why antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global cris

23 Jul 2025

We were privileged to host Prof. Sarah Illingworth from London Metropolitan University, a distinguished HCPC-registered dietitian and key figure in the British Dietetic Association, from 7-9 July 2025. Her expertise profoundly enriched our new MSc on Dietetics programme, aligning with global standards for future healthcare leaders.   Visit Highlights: ▪️ Collaborative meetings with faculty to refine programme excellence ▪️ Placement partnerships 

17 Jul 2025

We cordially invite you to a Distinguished Lecture co-organized by the Faculty of Construction and Environment (FCE) and the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN), featuring Prof. Timothy R. Walsh from the University of Oxford. Date:         11 July 2025 (Friday) Time:         17:00 - 18:00 Venue:      PolyU Campus (M1603), Core M, Li Ka Shing Tower Speaker:   Prof. Timothy R. WALSH                   Professor of Medical Microbiology an

8 Jul 2025