Press Releases

PolyU researchers introduce biomineralisation as sustainable strategy against microbial corrosion in marine concrete

PolyU harnesses GeoAI technologies to enable sustainable urban development

PolyU researchers invent non-invasive diagnostic device Smart-CKD for advancing clinical management of chronic kidney disease

PolyU proposes the establishment of a medical school and a large-scale teaching hotel in the Northern Metropolis to support the development of the medical, hotel and tourism industries in the Greater Bay Area

PolyU and AVSECO forge strategic partnership to drive innovation in aviation security

PolyU launches Research Centre for Electric Vehicles advancing smart electric vehicle research to achieve carbon neutrality goals

PolyU develops high-efficiency carbon dioxide electroreduction system for reducing carbon footprint and progressing carbon neutrality goals

PolyU’s cutting-edge technologies enrich colours on over 100 million high-end smart devices worldwide

HOYA Vision Care Offers HK$3.8M glasses and instrument to the School of Optometry at PolyU

PolyU outstanding scholar Dr Kathy K. Leng receives Croucher Tak Wah Mak Innovation Award 2023

Centre for Eye and Vision Research and DEFTA Partners join forces to drive translation of advanced eye and vision research into real-world solutions

PolyU researchers’ innovative Music Therapy System for older adults wins CES 2024 Innovation Award for impactful aging technology

Inauguration of the PolyU inaugurates Research Centre for Assistive Technology to foster research collaboration with local and international partners

PolyU researchers develops novel selenium nanoparticles for managing postmenopausal osteoporosis

PolyU research seizes BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize 2023

Young PolyU scientist lauded in MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 Asia Pacific 2023

PolyU develops first-of-its-kind multimodal robot empowering post-stroke ankle-foot telerehabilitation

PolyU honours five outstanding alumni

PolyU researchers unveil liquid metal microelectrodes with soft, stretchable and permeable properties to be used for implantable bioelectronic devices

PolyU-nurtured startups listed on Forbes Asia 100 To Watch 2023

PReCIT launches inaugural PolyU Innovation & Technology Index Hong Kong ranks 7th in Greater China; Increased investment in R&D and patent application recommended

PolyU researchers collaboratively develop high-performance titanium alloys through additive manufacturing

PolyU recognises six scholars with the Young Innovative Researcher Award

Global Competition PolyHack 2023 Concludes with Outstanding Innovations and Collaboration

PolyU Innovation and Technology Forum addresses barriers for Hong Kong start-ups and investment

PolyU research discovers pathogenic mechanism and novel treatment for superbug “Klebsiella pneumoniae” to reduce mortality

Two PolyU innovations in energy and new materials awarded TechConnect 2023 Innovation Awards

PolyU scholar honoured with National Award for Excellence in Innovation

PolyU and Jinjiang Government to establish joint technology and innovation research institute

PolyU researchers achieve record 19.31% efficiency with organic solar cells

PolyU and CUHK jointly develop ABarginase, the first-in-class drug for multiple obesity-related metabolic diseases

PolyU wins record-breaking number of awards at Geneva Inventions Expo and snatches highest number of prestigious Grand/Special Prizes among HK delegations

PolyU’s new Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Lab joins Hai Robotics to introduce smart delivery system for fostering co-creation and innovation

PolyU and GL Ventures to promote the integration of the University’s scientific research with innovative industries

PolyU research shows mHealth mobile app with interactive nursing support enhances elderly health management

Two PolyU Projects on Innovative Simulation Platforms for Driving Safety supported by Smart Traffic Fund

PolyU and EdUHK collaborate to establish Hong Kong’s first Research Centre for Immersive Learning and Metaverse in Education

PolyU research discovers nanoscale ferroelectric new materials exhibiting potential for making computer memory with low cost and low energy consumption

Five PolyU projects awarded Research Impact Fund to deliver innovations for a sustainable community

PolyU and The Fire Services Department collaborate on research for indoor positioning technology

PolyU welcomes Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Development Blueprint directions and key strategies; Leading Hong Kong to realise its vision as an international I&T centre

Two PolyU Scholars awarded inaugural BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize

PolyU partners with JS Global to transform research excellence; Fostering I&T development and technology commercialisation

PolyU collaborates with Aier Eye Hospital Group to nurture Hong Kong’s young optometrists by providing clinical training in mainland China and overseas cities

PolyU and HKXF ink MoU to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship; Drive young entrepreneurs’ participation in GBA’s I&T development

PolyU research discovers the impact of fruit and vegetable intake on the nutritional value of breast milk

PolyU start-up launches innovative spectacle lens to slow down myopia progression; Deploys two PolyU patented technologies to protect children’s vision health

PolyU and Hanson Robotics inaugurate the Centre for Humanistic Artificial Intelligence and Robotics to foster translational research in the GBA

PolyU and Hong Kong Space Museum collaborate on “Moon | Mars VR” interactive exhibit, simulating a spacewalking journey for visitors

PolyU launches Policy Research Centre for Innovation and Technology to advocate for strategies for integrating with the Nation’s development

PolyU researchers compile world’s first “atlas” of airborne microbes that provides an important new perspective for public health research

PolyU honours eight outstanding alumni

Thirty-nine PolyU research projects granted the NSFC’s Young Scientists Fund 2022, with PolyU ranking as the top recipient among local universities

PolyU and NECHK Join Hands to Provide Interactive Social Robots for Older Adults and Caregivers

PolyU Innovation and Technology Forum draws collective wisdom of industry leaders in supporting Hong Kong’s I&T development and funding

Hang Seng and PolyU join hands to launch “Hang Seng x PolyU Sustainable Future Challenge: Textile and Fashion”

PolyU and CMA sign MoU to give impetus to the city’s advanced manufacturing industry and promote the brand image of “Made in Hong Kong”

PolyU InnoTech Open Day showcases the University's contributions to I&T development via world-class education, interdisciplinary research, knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship

PolyU and FHKI sign MoU to inject new impetus into I&T for driving Hong Kong's re-industrialisation

Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR) officially launched to showcase leading role for Hong Kong in Eye Health Research

PolyU develops advanced vision sensors that emulate human visual adaptability

PolyU develops ultrasensitive and portable detection sensor for rapid, easy and low-cost COVID-19 antibody test

PolyU’s Pioneering Technologies in AI, Materials Science and Biotechnology Awarded at TechConnect 2022 Innovation Awards

PolyU supports startups to translate industry-recognised research excellence into societal impact; Grand Rise Technology wins environmental impact award from JUMPSTARTER

PolyU develops portable nucleic acid testing device for COVID-19 to enable fast and accurate results on-site

PolyU wins six prizes at 2022 Inventions Geneva Evaluation Days

PolyU startup iMeddy provides free video medical consultation to COVID-19 patients to help fight the pandemic leveraging innovative technology

PolyU studies show astigmatism and myopia among schoolchildren worsened in the pandemic

PolyU develops novel anti-virus 3D printing material that terminates over 90% of COVID-19 in 10 minutes

PolyU and University of Maryland from the US, jointly established the Centre for Advances in Reliability and Safety (CAiRS) Combining AI and innovative technologies to improve product safety and system reliability

PolyU educators win three distinguished awards at the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Reimagine Education Awards 2021

Jiangsu-Hong Kong-Macao University Alliance officially inaugurated to jointly nurture talents and promote innovation and technology development in the three regions

PolyU collaborates with C-MER Eye Care to nurture Hong Kong’s young optometrists in the Greater Bay Area

PolyU’s Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology Dr Franco Leung receives the Croucher Innovation Award 2021

AiDLab Officially Launched Today as a Pioneer in Integration of AI and Design - Delivering first-in-market intelligent design solutions and world-class academic excellence

PolyU receives staunch support from the Otto Poon Charitable Foundation for the establishment of the Smart Cities Research Institute and the Research Institute for Smart Energy

PolyU innovations in advanced textiles, new materials synthesis and centimetre-precision positioning win TechConnect awards

PolyU to launch three research centres under InnoHK Clusters

PolyU signs MoU with three strategic partners in support of “GBA PolyVentures 2025”

PolyU strengthens community COVID-19 prevention and rehabilitation with Health and Medical Research Fund studies

PolyU to enhance undergraduate curriculum from the 2022/23 academic year onwards, strengthening students with diverse capabilities to meet future societal needs

PolyU develops groundbreaking and highly effective targeted osteoarthritis pain reliever

PolyU’s research finds contact tracing is an effective way for controlling the spread of COVID-19 when borders reopen

HKSTP and PolyU Sign MoU to Advance GBA Entrepreneurship and Nurture Next Generation I&T Talent and Innovators

PolyU develops smart tree management system and transfers technology to the Tree Management Office to improve tree health monitoring in Hong Kong

Three PolyU smart city projects win the 2021 Smart 50 Awards for Hong Kong

PolyU develops highly sensitive, microscopic optical fibre sensors with pioneering biomedical monitoring capability

PolyU develops biomimetic nanosheet for cancer therapy and imaging

PolyU develops a range of advanced patented technologies to expedite smart city development in Hong Kong

PolyU develops a highly permeable superelastic conductor which can be used for wearable electronic applications

PolyU wins six prizes at Geneva Inventions Expo

PolyU Maker Fund to help young people embrace hardware start-up opportunities in the Greater Bay Area

PolyU-made space instruments complete lunar sampling for Chang’e 5

PolyU develops space instruments for the Nation’s first lunar sample return mission

PolyU wins three TechConnect Global Innovation Awards

PolyU scholar receives Guanghua Engineering Science and Technology Award

PolyU designs new dual-task exercise for stroke patients to effectively reduce the risk of falls and fall-related injuries

PolyU researchers collaborate with international institutions to enable the next generation of batteries and energy systems

PolyU secures HK$18.2 million funding from Health and Medical Research Fund to conduct eight studies on COVID-19

Researchers from PolyU and M.U.S.T. Collaborate in the Development of a Recombinant RBD Vaccine Against SARS-CoV-2

PolyU contributes to the Nation’s first Mars mission with the Mars Camera

PolyU discovers the effect of chemical compound PTU on autophagy in zebrafish embryos, sheds light on cancer medication research

PolyU’s newest research on metalens-array-based high-dimensional and multi-photon quantum source published in Science

PolyU collaborates with Macau University of Science and Technology to advance diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia

PolyU Explores the Application of Peptides in Data Storage for Space Exploration in China’s Next-generation Manned Spacecraft

Bracing for a long battle against COVID-19: General Use Face Shields designed by PolyU ready for mass production

PolyU designs a new 3D-printed face shield for HA • Mass production in local factories will help fulfil the imminent needs of medical personnel

PolyU develops the world’s most comprehensive rapid, automated multiplex diagnostic system for detecting up to 40 infectious respiratory pathogens (including novel coronavirus) in a single test

PolyU Innovations Garner Four Awards at International Trade Fair for Ideas, Inventions & New Products (iENA) in Germany

PolyU stages Entrepreneurship Parade in support of more than 60 projects

PolyU research finds drug-resistant bacteria on hand-drying facilities in public washrooms

Three research papers published in Nature series journals

PolyU develops a new class of antibiotic candidates for fighting against superbugs

PolyU students win Gold and Bronze Awards in Global Student Innovation Challenge at iCREATe 2019

PolyU receives donation from Suga International Holdings Limited to support sustainable urban green agriculture

Unique immersion programme teaches tertiary students about entrepreneurship and innovation in the Greater Bay Area

PolyU signs agreement with HKEIA to advance technology and talent development of Artificial Intelligence

PolyU garners Four Awards at Silicon Valley International Invention Festival

PolyU wins two global innovation awards at TechConnect 2019

PolyU develops Highly Flexible High-energy Textile Lithium Battery to cope with surging demand for Wearable Electronics

PolyU develops a high-efficiency, high-quality ultra-precision polishing technology for different kinds of freeform surfaces

PolyU develops Palm-sized 3D Ultrasound Imaging System for Scoliosis Mass Screening and Frequent Monitoring

PolyU wins big with 18 Prizes in Geneva Inventions Expo

PolyU develops unique electrostatically charged nanofiber with enhanced performance in filtering airborne pollutants and viruses

PolyU collaborates with RCA, the world’s top institute in Art and Design, To establish an AI powered Design Laboratory

PolyU-led research projects secure $27.8m funding from RGC to enhance the community’s health and well-being

PolyU academics receive national awards in teaching and research

PolyU Innovates Nano-encapsulation Technology to Enhance DHA Absorption for Early Brain Development

PolyU myopia control technology extends impact into Greater Bay Area

PolyU provides multi-disciplinary support to the nation’s historic landing on the far side of the Moon

PolyU launches “Belt and Road Cross-Professional Advancement Programme” to facilitate entrepreneurs and professionals explore Belt & Road’s opportunities in infrastructure

PolyU develops state-of-the-art tool and technology to support the nation’s lunar probe

PolyU develops robotic arm for self-help mobile rehabilitation for stroke patients

PolyU’s researchers develop AI-powered system to automate quality control process in textile industry

PolyU receives HK$100 million donation from Otto Poon Charitable Foundation

PolyU and the China Academy of Space Technology to jointly develop a Mars camera for the nation’s first Mars probe

PolyU develops novel self-fitting scaffold for bone regeneration

PolyU—Shenzhen University jointly set up The Greater Bay Area International Institute for Innovation

PolyU – Axis Therapeutics Joint Center for Immunotherapy launched to develop Innovative Cancer Treatments

PolyU stages Entrepreneurship Parade in support of 40 start-ups

PolyU to apply smart sensing technology in urban tree management

PolyU develops novel Micro-embossing Equipment for Precision Optical Microstructures

PolyU wins Two “TechConnect Global Innovation Awards” — Snatching Accolades in the US Two Years in a row

Spectacle lens designed by PolyU slows myopic progression by 60% and stops in 21.5% of children

Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) Spectacle Lens for Myopia Control awarded the championship in Geneva’s Invention Expo PolyU’s innovations honoured and brought glory to Hong Kong

PolyU intelligent 3D human modelling technology projecting body shape and size accurately within 10 seconds

PolyU joins forces with Australian partners in launching impactful research on Blockchain Technologies

PolyU and Alibaba Join Hands to Promote Integration of Fashion and Artificial Intelligence

Commercialization of research results: PolyU turns novel myopia control contact lens to product

PolyU develops rapid authentication method of Chinese medicines

PolyU develops the first Food Hygiene Standard Certification System tailor-made for Hong Kong-style catering establishments

PolyU discovers a newly emerged superbug -- hyper-resistant and hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae

PolyU develops sprayable sensing network technology for real-time structural health monitoring with larger responsive bandwidth, lower cost and greater versatility

PolyU wins three “TechConnect Global Innovation Awards” The first and the only university awardee from Hong Kong

PolyU invents Bio-inspired Anti-Vibration Structures with Wide Engineering Applications

PolyU designs innovative "Smart Scar-Care" pad to create a "scar-less" world

PolyU wins top prizes in Geneva’s Invention Expo

PolyU develops accurate contactless 3D fingerprint identification system

PolyU launches InnoHub to support regional start-up collaborations

PolyU develops the most energy-efficient LED filament lamps

PolyU stages PolyU Entrepreneurship Parade 2016 to support 34 start-ups

PolyU’s proprietary optical fibre sensing network for railway monitoring exported overseas

PolyU study reveals minimalist shoes increase leg and foot muscles

PolyU develops the first computerized haptic system in nursing education for Nasogastric Tube Placement Training in Hong Kong

PolyU develops RFID-based Drug Management and Electronic Nursing Service Management Systems

PolyU wins top prizes in Geneva’s Invention Expo

PolyU Develops Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cells with the World's Highest Power Conversion Efficiency

PolyU breaks the world record of fastest optical communications for data centres

PolyU Develops Integrated iWheelchair System

PolyU Develops Novel Nano Biosensor for Rapid Detection of Flu Virus

PolyU Develops Fluorescent Probes for Rapid Detection of Formaldehyde in Food

PolyU’s Good Seed 2015 fully supports 10 outstanding social innovation projects and continues to nurture social innovators in 2016

PolyU Participates in Development of Microsatellite Platform and Deployment System

PolyU develops Novel Intelligent Transportation System for Personalized Reliable Driving Routes

PolyU was approved to establish two Hong Kong Branches of Chinese National Engineering Research Centres

PolyU Develops Highly Sensitive Biosensor for Measuring Glucose in Saliva

PolyU Micro Fund tops up the entrepreneurship seed fund to HK$120,000

PolyU develops novel eco high performance energy storage device

PolyU develops novel efficient and low-cost semitransparent perovskite solar cells with graphene electrodes

PolyU develops a new method for rapid authentication of edible oils and screening of gutter oils

PolyU develops big data analysis platform to unveil gene interactions in cancer

PolyU develops novel computer intelligence system for acute stroke detection

PolyU wins top prizes in Geneva's Invention Expo

PolyU licenses the technology of the anti-heat stress construction uniform to CIC

PolyU develops a new technique for rapid detection of drugs-of-abuse

PolyU's Strikes a Deal with Kinex Pharmaceuticals

PolyU launches Good Seed programme to drive social innovation

PolyU introduces new funding programmes for technology start-ups

PolyU Signs Commercialization and Collaboration Agreement with Avalon Nanofiber Limited

PolyU Micro Fund nurtures over 180 young entrepreneurs

Orthokeratology is an effective way for retarding myopia progression

PolyU wins top prizes in Geneva's Invention Expo

PolyU-developed space tool starts lunar exploration

PolyU expert makes first space tool for lunar exploration

PolyU experts and OSHC research on cooling vests to protect workers from heat strokes

PolyU develops Anti-Counterfeiting Ink for enhancing product authenticity and traceability

PolyU Micro Fund boosts innovation and entrepreneurship

PolyU Micro Fund-supported start-up snatches international design award

PolyU scientist seeks to identify genes causing rare cancer

PolyU scholar wins two international awards

PolyU scientists help identify genes causing myopia

Three PolyU researchers bestowed with national awards

PolyU researchers develop novel Brain Training Device to reconnect the brain and paralyzed limb after stroke

PolyU wins top prizes in Geneva’s Invention Expo

PolyU honours seven distinguished alumni

PolyU Scholar Named Croucher Senior Research Fellow

PolyU achieves new breakthrough in mannequin technology

Scientists develop special cotton that collects water from fog

PolyU-developed AI-based RFID system raises efficiency of apparel industry

PolyU Professor-designed Accessible Aircraft Lavatory won international awards

PolyU researchers develop novel treatment for people with hemiplegic arms

PolyU-developed "KineLabs" shines in Asia Pacific ICT contest

PolyU celebrates its achievements in knowledge transfer

PolyU celebrates entrepreneurial spirit of alumni

HKSTPC and PolyU hail success of Hong Kong's innovations following the 40th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva

PolyU launches "Enterprise Scholarship Scheme"

PolyU-developed "KineLabs" adds fun to stroke rehabilitation and elderly exercise

PolyU study sheds light on the diseasing-fighting process of "autophagy"

Collaborative research sheds light on new cancer stem cell therapies

PolyU Optometry Expert Proves the Effectiveness of Orthokeratology in Myopic Control

PolyU-made space tool sets for inter-planetary mission

PolyU students present green products at Eco Expo Asia 2011

PolyU launches Beyond Entrepreneurship Forum

PolyU establishes Seed Fund to foster entrepreneurship among students

PolyU scientists develop new textile materials for sportswear

PolyU wins industry's support to promote solar energy on the road

PolyU establishes strong foothold in Shenzhen

PolyU's Optical Sensor Technology put to good use in High-Speed Rail

PolyU strikes deal with E-T-A of Germany

Major forum sheds light on the future of "Shenzhen-HK Innovation Circle"

PolyU reaps the harvest of innovations in Geneva's Invention Expo

PolyU experts raise standard in aero engine maintenance

PolyU makes great strides in ultrasound diagnosis for breast cancer

PolyU-Industry partnership raises 'trenchless' standard for underground pipeline