Warmest welcome to our new research students joining in Sep 2025!
We are delighted to welcome 50 newly admitted research students to the Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at PolyU for the new academic semester.
On the morning of 1 September 2025, an orientation session was held for the incoming research students, led by our Department Head, Prof. SU Zhongqing. Research studies at ME aim not only to train students to become professionals in their field but also to broaden their perspectives in discovering new knowledge that benefits society. He introduced the department’s six key research areas: Advanced Materials and Processing, Aerospace Engineering, Clean Energy and Energy Storage, Robotics, Control, Automation & AI, Sound and Vibration, and Thermofluids and Combustion. These areas are strategically aligned with addressing the challenges our society and the world will face in the coming decades.
Prof. TANG Hui, Chairman of Departmental Research Committee (DRC) and Associate Head (Research), extended a warm welcome to the students. He encouraged them to reach out to him or their supervisors if they encounter any problems. Prof. Tang expressed his hope that all students will enjoy their studies in ME and have a fruitful academic journey.
Prof. LI Mengying, Research Student Liaison Officer, is responsible for coordinating among all research students in the department. Together with Prof. ZHANG Xiao and Prof. ZHANG Baoping, who serve as Seminar Coordinators, they are arranging for guest speakers to expose students to the latest research and technological advancements. Students were excited to learn about the dynamic learning activities available, including the ME Seminar Series, Research Sharing Talks, and the ME Research Presentation Contest.
Ms Lily TAM, DRC Secretary and Administrative Support Group Leader, provided a comprehensive overview of the study programme structure, examination and grading systems, studentships and fellowships, as well as funding and other support mechanisms.
Finally, Ir Dr NG Chun, Curtis, Technical Support Group Leader, led a lab tour showcasing PolyU ME's state-of-the-art research facilities. These included the Acoustics Lab (DE001), Aeronautical Laboratory (DE005), Materials and Mechanics Technology Lab (FJ003), and Thermal Science Lab (FJ004), where innovative research activities and advanced equipment were demonstrated.
The students responded with great enthusiasm and positive feedback. We are confident that they will enjoy a supportive, knowledge-rich, and interactive learning experience throughout their studies.
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