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PolyU shines at the 4th Nanchang Healthcare Expo, showcasing innovations in medicine-engineering integration and AI

The 4th China (Nanchang) International Healthcare Industry Conference and Expo 2025 was successfully launched on 6 June at the Nanchang Greenland International Expo Centre in Jiangxi. This prominent event serves as a key platform for exchange and collaboration within Mainland China’s healthcare industry. As the sole representative of Hong Kong's higher education institutions, PolyU invited 11 research teams to the expo to showcase cutting-edge research and technological achievements in healthcare. The teams demonstrated PolyU’s innovative strengths in medicine-engineering integration and artificial intelligence.  Held under the theme “Technology-Driven Health and Reshaping New Business Models,” the expo covers the entire healthcare value chain, including biomedicine, medical devices, the silver economy, smart healthcare, traditional Chinese medicine, health consumption, and smart living. PolyU’s exhibition included:  “Portable, self-testing retinal fundus camera integrated with AI system”, led by Prof. Mingguang HE, Chair Professor of Experimental Ophthalmology of the PolyU School of Optometry and Henry G. Leong Professor in Elderly Vision Health  “An intelligent ankle rehabilitation robot” developed by Prof. ZHANG Dan, Chair Professor of the PolyU Department of Mechanical Engineering  “An AI-Assisted Pharmaceutical Product Development Platform” led by Prof. MA Cong, Associate Professor of the PolyU Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology  “A wearable Smart Navigation and Interaction System for the Visually Impaired” developed by Prof. Weisong WEN, Assistant Professor of the PolyU Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering  “Liverscan, a palm-sized ultrasound device for fatty liver and liver fibrosis assessment" and "Scolioscan, 3D ultrasound imaging device to provide radiation-free assessment of scoliosis" led by Prof. ZHENG Yongping,  Chair Professor of the PolyU Department of Biomedical Engineering and Henry G. Leong Professor in Biomedical Engineering “Digital Strolling” for alleviating depression in mobility-impaired individuals led by Prof. Yan LI, Assistant Professor (Presidential Young Scholar) of the PolyU School of Nursing  “Virtual MRI Contrast Enhancement System” led by Prof. CAI Jing, Head and Professor of the PolyU Department of Health Technology and Informatics  “The Mobile Ankle-foot Exoneuromusculoskeleton” led by Prof. HU Xiaoling, Associate Professor of the PolyU Department of Biomedical Engineering  "E-bibliotherapy App for Caregivers of People with Dementia" led by Prof. Shanshan WANG, Assistant Professor of the PolyU School of Nursing  "Dementia Simulation Game Kit" led by PolyU Jockey Club Design Institute for Social Innovation  Mr Victor ZHAO, Associate Director of the PolyU Research and Innovation Office, attended the opening ceremony, alongside industry leaders, including representatives from the Jiangxi Provincial Government, academicians from the Chinese Academy of Engineering, representatives from the Nanchang Municipal People's Government, and other distinguished guests. The event fostered vibrant academic exchanges and business discussions. Local media also conducted interviews with the PolyU research teams, further broadening public awareness of PolyU's cutting-edge scientific research and its contributions to the field.  PolyU has a strong foundation in medical education and innovation. By integrating healthcare with artificial intelligence, engineering, and data science through interdisciplinary strategies, PolyU is committed to addressing diverse medical challenges, enhancing healthcare services in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, and advancing Hong Kong’s development as an international hub for health and medical innovation.

PolyU and Peking University Third Hospital join forces to establish Joint Research Laboratory on Musculoskeletal and Sports Rehabilitation

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Peking Third Hospital (PUTH) signed a collaboration agreement last month to officially establish the “Joint Research Laboratory on Musculoskeletal and Sports Rehabilitation”. This partnership aims to advance cutting-edge research and innovation in musculoskeletal health and sports rehabilitation by leveraging the clinical expertise, medical engineering and translational research strengths of both institutions, and to promote the translation and application of research outcomes. The agreement signing ceremony and the plaque unveiling ceremony of the joint research laboratory were held at PUTH. The agreement was signed by Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President (Mainland Research Advancement) of PolyUand Prof. FU Wei, President of PUTH. Following this, witnessed by Prof. Dong Cheng and Prof. Fu Wei, the plaque unveiling ceremony for the “Joint Research Laboratory on Musculoskeletal and Sports Rehabilitation” was jointly officiated by Prof. Marco PANG, Shun Hing Education and Charity Fund Professor in Rehabilitation Sciences, Chair Professor of Neurorehabilitation and Head of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences (RS) of PolyU, and Prof. LI Rong, Vice President of PUTH and Director of the Reproductive Medicine Department, symbolising the official launch of the joint research laboratory and marking a significant step forward in academic and medical research collaboration between Hong Kong and the Mainland China. Prof. Dong Cheng remarked, “In the face of global population ageing and the increasing burden of chronic diseases, sports rehabilitation plays an increasingly vital role in improving quality of life and alleviating healthcare pressures. This collaboration between PolyU and PUTH will not only deepen academic exchange between the two institutions but also inject new momentum into the field of sports rehabilitation in the Greater China region. We look forward to working closely with PUTH to develop the joint laboratory into a hub for research innovation and talent development serving the Asia-Pacific region.” Prof. Fu Wei stated, “We are delighted to collaborate with PolyU to advance impactful research projects and promote the translation of innovative achievements in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation, benefiting patients and fostering the further development of rehabilitation medicine.” PolyU and PUTH will leverage their respective strengths to establish an integrated and interdisciplinary joint research laboratory. The partnership will promote scientific research, technological innovation and talent cultivation in the field of sports rehabilitation, with the goal of improving patient recovery outcomes and contributing to healthy ageing.

PolyU and Anhui University sign MOU to enhance academic and research collaboration

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PolyU-Zhongshan Technology and Innovation Research Institute officially unveiled, promoting the development of biomedicine and health industry of the two cities

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PolyU-Qianhai Disruptive Technology and Innovation Research Centre and PolyU Research Centre for Innovation and Technology (Qianhai) officially unveiled 26 May 2025

PolyU and EVOC partner to establish joint research laboratory supporting Greater Bay Area growth

Delegation from Keqiao District, Shaoxing visits PolyU to strengthen collaboration in technology and research

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PolyU and Shaoxing government host global innovation and entrepreneurship contest to foster tech talent and innovation transfer

The 10th Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Contest of High-Level Talents, Shaoxing 2025  (Hong Kong Division Competition) was held at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 22 April. Focusing on cutting-edge technology such as new materials and pan-semiconductors, the competition attracted 15 projects from Hong Kong and Macau, showcasing their strengths in integrating technology and industry. Prof. Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, delivered an opening speech, highlighting that the competition not only promotes innovation exchange and regional collaboration, but also reinforces PolyU’s leadership in driving innovation and entrepreneurship, nurturing talent, and facilitating the transfer of research achievements. Last year, the PolyU-Shaoxing Technology and Innovation Research Institute officially opened in Keqiao District, marking a significant milestone in the collaborative development between Hong Kong and Shaoxing. By hosting the competition’s first stop, PolyU further deepens the cooperation between Shaoxing’s Keqiao District and Hong Kong, strengthening ties in talent development, technological innovation, and industrial advancement, and creating mutually beneficial growth opportunities for both regions. During the event, a panel of senior judges conducted comprehensive evaluations of the participating projects. High-level talent initiatives, including the “Koya Creative Intelligence UTV Project” and the “AI-TOF Processor Chip Design and AI Motion Recognition System Industrialization,” presented roadshows to showcase their innovations and share their experiences. In addition, keynote speeches highlighted development opportunities and the innovation and entrepreneurship environment in Mainland China, explored investment trends, and introduced supporting policies for the Shaoxing Hai Chuang Competition, along with outlining the future direction of projects in Keqiao.  Following the event, the Keqiao Campus Job Fair for High-level Talents was held, attracting a diverse array of enterprises from high-tech industries such as new materials and pan-semiconductors. The fair offered abundant career opportunities and valuable networking platforms for fresh graduates and rising research talents. The final session featured an exchange conference, in which Prof. Dong Cheng, Associate Vice President (Mainland Research Advancement) and Chair Professor of Cell Engineering and ImmunoMedicine in the Department of Biomedical Engineering of PolyU, welcomed the delegation and provided updates on the latest developments of the PolyU-Shaoxing Technology and Innovation Research Institute. Both sides reaffirmed a strong commitment to strengthening industry exchanges and exploring potential opportunities for future collaboration.

PolyU hosted technology matchmaking conference with Jiangsu province to strengthen innovation and technology collaboration

Research and Innovation Office of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), in collaboration with the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Science and Technology, and Jiangsu Provincial Productivity Promotion Centre, successfully co-hosted the Jiangsu-Hong Kong Technology Matchmaking Conference on 15 April. The conference focused on four key areas: artificial intelligence, low-altitude economy, healthcare, and new materials. Nearly 100 PolyU researchers and representatives from the Jiangsu government and industry attended and engaged in dynamic discussions and exchanges. During the event, PolyU's leading researchers presented their latest research findings and showcased the university's innovative breakthroughs in a dedicated exhibition area. Over 40 representatives from Jiangsu Provincial Department of Science and Technology, Jiangsu Provincial Productivity Promotion Centre, High-tech Industrial Development Zone, and various enterprises also shared their industry collaboration needs, facilitating a platform for enhanced industry-academia-research cooperation. To accelerate research translation, PolyU established research institutes in Wuxi and Nanjing between 2022 and 2023 through the signing of Memoranda of Understanding. The collaboration advanced further with the commencement of Jiangsu Provincial Productivity Promotion Centre’s joint innovation service centre and incubation base. This initiative marks a significant step forward in the PolyU-Jiangsu partnership, laying the foundation for enhanced industry-research cooperation in the future. The long-standing PolyU-Jiangsu partnership stands as a model for innovation collaboration, advancing technology, industry and talent exchange while supporting high-quality development in both Jiangsu and Hong Kong.

PolyU and CSU.CAS sign framework agreement to drive innovation in international space technology development

Prof. Christopher CHAO, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), led a delegation to the Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CSU.CAS). During the visit, Prof. Chao and Mr WANG Ke, Deputy Director of CSU.CAS signed a strategic collaborative framework agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation in advanced space technologies. The agreement covers various areas, including space manufacturing, lunar exploration, electronic information and artificial intelligence. It also extends support for the national space strategy and international space science development. PolyU has harnessed its extensive international research network and innovative technologies to make significant achievements in lunar exploration. Notable contributions include those to the Nation’s historic Chang’e-6 lunar far-side sampling mission and the acquisition of lunar soil samples from the Chang'e-5 mission, providing crucial technical support for China's deep space exploration. CSU.CAS brings strong engineering expertise in the design and development of space application systems and payload technologies to the collaboration, tailored explicitly for manned space engineering endeavours. Under the agreement, the parties will collaborate to develop a cross-regional scientific research platform that leverages their respective and combined strengths. This long-term collaboration will include a joint space manufacturing laboratory, extensive research projects, academic exchanges and other collaborative activities. It aims to foster international cooperation, promote talent exchange and nurture a new generation of highly skilled and globally minded scientists and engineers. Mr WANG Qiang, Deputy Director (in charge) of CSU.CAS warmly welcomed the PolyU delegation and remarked, “We highly value our partnership with PolyU, given its active involvement in national space missions and expertise in key areas such as space manufacturing, satellite remote sensing, information and communication technology, and artificial intelligence. By combining our respective strengths and resources, we aim to deliver research outcomes of international significance and drive substantial innovation in national aerospace engineering technology.” Prof. Chaoexpressed his sincere gratitude to CSU.CAS for its trust and support, and stated, “The collaboration between PolyU and CSU.CAS leverages Hong Kong's international resources alongside the engineering strengths and practical expertise of Mainland China, thereby unlocking significant innovation potential. Guided by our motto, ‘To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind’, PolyU is committed to fully leveraging the ‘One Country, Two Systems’ framework to enable Hong Kong to contribute its unique expertise and perspectives in support of national scientific and technological advancement.” This partnership represents a step forward in enhancing scientific research collaboration between Mainland China and Hong Kong, reflecting a move towards deeper integration. Looking ahead, the collaboration will align strategically with national priorities, focusing on the integration of space science, technological applications and industrial development to propel the growth of China's aerospace industry.