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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

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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.

PolyU and CITIC Group join forces to establish Interdisciplinary Mathematical Digital AI Joint Laboratory

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Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics visited PolyU

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) welcomed representatives from the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics (SIOM), the Shanghai Municipal Talent Work Bureau and related organisations on 26 March for discussions on research innovation, talent development, and industry collaboration, aiming to enhance Shanghai-Hong Kong cooperation.   The plaque-unveiling ceremony for the establishment of the Hong Kong Branch of the Chinese Laser Press was held at PolyU on the same day. Officiating guests included Prof. Christopher CHAO, PolyU Vice President (Research and Innovation), Prof. LAI Puxiang, Associate Professor of the PolyU Department of Biomedical Engineering and Director of the Hong Kong Branch of the Chinese Laser Press, Prof. ZHANG Aping, Professor of the PolyU Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Secretary General of the Hong Kong Branch of the Chinese Laser Press, Prof. LENG Yuxin, Deputy Director of SIOM, Dr WANG Xiaofeng, Editor-in-Chief of Chinese Laser Press and Ms ZHANG Yuqing, Director of Editorial Department of Advanced Photonics. This marked a significant milestone in strengthening optics cooperation between Mainland China and Hong Kong.   During the meeting, Prof. CHAO highlighted PolyU's commitment to fostering research innovation and talent development. As the host institution for the Hong Kong Branch of the Chinese Laser Press, PolyU will fully utilise its scientific research and academic strengths to deepen regional synergy and further contribute to the advancement of optics.   Ms XU Hui, Deputy Director of the International Cooperation Department of Shanghai Municipal Talent Work Bureau,emphasised Shanghai's support for collaboration between Shanghai and Hong Kong and expressed anticipation for expanded cooperation in various fields.   Prof. LENG provided a detailed overview of SIOM's research directions and achievements. In addition, PolyU professors shared their institution's remarkable accomplishments in relevant scientific research areas, focusing specifically on cutting-edge fields such as ultra-precision machining, photonics materials and technology, and biophotonics.   The delegation concluded the visit with tours of PolyU’s State Key Laboratory of Ultra-precision Machining Technology and the Photonics Research Institute, where they explored micron-scale processing equipment and cutting-edge photonics research. This event deepened mutual understanding and laid a solid foundation for future PolyU and Shanghai collaborations in research, talent cultivation, and university-enterprise partnerships.