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PolyU and Baosteel establish joint research centre to promote high-quality development of steel industry

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. (Baosteel) have aligned with national strategic priorities by establishing the Baosteel-PolyU Joint Research Centre (BPJC), aiming to develop new quality productive forces in the steel industry. The strategic cooperation agreement was signed yesterday at the PolyU campus, followed by a plaque unveiling ceremony for BPJC, marking the launch of a comprehensive industry-academia-research partnership between the two organisations. Witnessed by Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, PolyU President andMr ZOU Jixin, Chairman of Baosteel, the strategic cooperation agreement was signed by Prof. Christopher CHAO, PolyU Vice President (Research and Innovation), and Mr MAO Xiaoming, Vice President of the Baosteel Central Research Institute. Following the signing ceremony, Prof. Teng and Mr Zou jointly unveiled the plaque to mark the occasion. Subsequently, Prof. Jianguo LIN, Chair Professor of Materials Technologies of the PolyU Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Director of BPJCoutlined the Centre’s vision and research projects. Prof. Jin-Guang Teng said, “This strategic cooperation will leverage PolyU research strengths and Baosteel’s industry resources and experience, helping to overcome key technological bottlenecks, advance the industry’s goal of achieving efficient and green production, and inject new momentum into Hong Kong’s development as an international innovation and technology centre. By strengthening industry-academia-research collaboration and innovation, both organisations will promote the development of new quality productive forces and propel sustainable industrial advancement.” Mr Zou Jixin said, “Baosteel and PolyU have joined forces with their complementary strengths to establish the BPJC – a strategic initiative rooted in their shared vision for the future of the steel industry. This partnership will focus on practical applications and cutting-edge technological development, bringing together resources to achieve breakthroughs in original and pioneering technologies and strengthening translational research capabilities. It will drive upgrade of the steel industry value chain and contribute to Hong Kong’s development as an international innovation and technology centre.” BPJC will gather top talent to conduct strategic, forward-looking and basic research while accelerating the translation of research outcomes into practical solutions. By strengthening international exchanges and cooperations, it will set new standards for university-industry collaboration on innovation.

PolyU-Daya Bay Technology and Innovation Research Institute establishes Artificial Intelligence Research Centre, facilitating Huizhou’s smart industrial transformation

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.