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Aspiring Innovators Begin Their MTE Journey at PolyU

15 Sep 2026

Guests and students gather for a group photo, united by the slogan “Let the World See MTE”
Guests and students gather for a group photo, united by the slogan “Let the World See MTE”
Group photo of guests: Ms WANG Junxia, China’s first Olympic long-distance running champion (fourth from right), Prof. Zijian ZHENG, Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) (third from right); Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research) and Dean of the Graduate School (fourth from left); Prof. QIU Anqi, Associate Dean of the Graduate School and MTE Programme Director (second from right); Prof. LIU Xihui, Deputy Director of the MTE Programme (first from left); Prof. WANG Lianzhou, Director of the PolyU-Daya Bay Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Chair Professor of Energy Materials (second from left); Prof. YU Tao, Director of the PolyU-Wenzhou Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (third from left); and Prof. YU Changyuan, Director of the PolyU-Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Chair Professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (first from right)
Group photo of guests: Ms WANG Junxia, China’s first Olympic long-distance running champion (fourth from right), Prof. Zijian ZHENG, Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) (third from right); Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research) and Dean of the Graduate School (fourth from left); Prof. QIU Anqi, Associate Dean of the Graduate School and MTE Programme Director (second from right); Prof. LIU Xihui, Deputy Director of the MTE Programme (first from left); Prof. WANG Lianzhou, Director of the PolyU-Daya Bay Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Chair Professor of Energy Materials (second from left); Prof. YU Tao, Director of the PolyU-Wenzhou Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (third from left); and Prof. YU Changyuan, Director of the PolyU-Jinjiang Technology and Innovation Research Institute and Chair Professor of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (first from right)
Ms WANG Junxia, China's first Olympic long-distance running champion shares on stage
Ms WANG Junxia, China's first Olympic long-distance running champion shares on stage
Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research) of PolyU and Dean of the Graduate School delivers his opening remarks
Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research) of PolyU and Dean of the Graduate School delivers his opening remarks
Prof. Zijian ZHENG, Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) of PolyU introduces the university's vibrant innovation ecosystem.
Prof. Zijian ZHENG, Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) of PolyU introduces the university's vibrant innovation ecosystem.

On 9 September 2026, GS hosted the Inauguration Ceremony for the Master of Technology Entrepreneurship (MTE) Programme, welcoming the second MTE cohort and marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

We are honoured to have welcomed distinguished guests, including Prof. Zijian ZHENG, Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) of PolyU; Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research) of PolyU and Dean of the Graduate School; Prof. QIU Anqi, Associate Dean of Graduate School and MTE Programme Director; Prof. LIU Xihui, Deputy Director of MTE Programme; Prof. XIA Yong, Associate Dean of Graduate School and Prof. Kenneth FONG, Associate Dean of Graduate School. The event also featured a special guest — Ms WANG Junxia, China's first Olympic long-distance running champion.

The second cohort brings together 69 students from diverse backgrounds spanning Business Management, Engineering and Technology, Media and Design, and Economics and Finance, reflecting the interdisciplinary spirit at the heart of MTE. Students also received a recorded message from Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, who shared his encouragement and best wishes as they begin this exciting journey.

Event Highlight: Sharing by Ms WANG Junxia

“The essence of entrepreneurship is not about defeating others, but about fulfilling yourself.”

Drawing on her experiences as an Olympic champion and elite athlete, Ms WANG encouraged students to stay true to their purpose, embrace challenges with resilience, and keep moving forward despite uncertainty.

Prof. WANG Zuankai also shared the entrepreneurial “Six Forces” that underpin the MTE spirit: Motivation, Talent, Energy, Focus, Vision, and Execution. These qualities represent the mindset and capabilities needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving technology and innovation landscape.

As the second cohort embarks on this transformative journey, we wish them every success in translating bold ideas into meaningful impact through PolyU’s vibrant innovation ecosystem.

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