On 28 October 2026, the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) at PolyU was honoured to host Prof. Sun Dongxiao for a public seminar titled "Tips for Publishing in High-Impact Journals."   Prof. Sun is a Fellow of the International Academy of Food Science and Technology (IAFoST) and serves in prominent editorial roles for top-tier international journals, including Food Chemistry. Recognized among Stanford University’s Top 1% Scientists gl

30 Oct 2026

We are thrilled to announce that the student team from the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has won the Gold Medal at the prestigious Food Quiz Bowl Competition, held during the IUFoST World Food Congress 2026 at AsiaWorld-Expo from 25 to 29 October.   The Food Quiz Bowl is a fast-paced question-and-answer competition testing undergraduate students' comprehensive knowledge and quick re

29 Oct 2026

The Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) warmly congratulates our Head of Department, Prof. Chen Sheng, on the successful inauguration of the Research Institute for Microbiology (RIM) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Prof. Chen serves as the founding Director of RIM.   Held on 23 October 2026 at Room AG204, PolyU, the inauguration ceremony marked a milestone in advancing interdisciplinary microbial research. The occasion

28 Oct 2026

We are incredibly proud to celebrate 9 scholars from the Department of Food Science and Nutrition (FSN) who have been recognized in the latest list of the World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists 2026, compiled by Stanford University. This prestigious recognition reflects the exceptional quality, influence, and global impact of our academics’ research across diverse scientific disciplines.   Congratulations to our outstanding scholars listed in the r

27 Oct 2026

Prof. Wong Ka-hing, Professor of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, has been reappointed by the Government as Vice-Chairman of the Expert Committee on Food Safety for a two-year term commencing on 15 September 2026.   Prof. Wong’s reappointment recognizes his ongoing expertise and valuable contributions to the fields of food safety and food science. The Expert Committee on Food Safety is responsible for advising the Director of Food an

14 Oct 2026