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To transform our research into targeted solutions for the Mainland, PolyU is setting up translational research institutes in various Mainland cities.

Addressing Societal Needs With Translational Research To transform our interdisciplinary research into targeted solutions for the Mainland, PolyU is setting up research institutes in various Mainland cities.

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Addressing Societal Needs With Translational Research To transform our interdisciplinary research into targeted solutions for the Mainland, PolyU is setting up research institutes in various Mainland cities.

PolyU has consistently emphasised the significance of the practical impact of our research, as demonstrated by our motto: “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind.” We are embarking on strategic initiatives to further enhance our translational research and its impact in the Mainland and overseas. 

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Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation)

Professor Christopher Chao

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A delegation led by Mr Yang Jun, Deputy Director-General of the Guangdong Science and Technology Department, visited The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 6 November to explore opportunities for deepening scientific research collaboration and advancing the development of joint laboratories between Guangdong and Hong Kong. Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, President of PolyU, welcomed the delegation and provided an overview of the University's res

6 Nov 2025

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Four distinguished scholars from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) were invited to present their latest research at the 2025 World Laureates Forum (WLF), held in Shanghai from 24 to 25 October. Under the theme “Science in Future: Shanghai and the World”, the event brought together more than 100 leading scientists from over 10 countries and regions to explore future trends in science and technology and to strengthen global collaboratio

27 Oct 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is dedicated to advancing cutting-edge research and contributing to the development of a vibrant and sustainable innovation ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area (GBA). Six projects led by PolyU, spanning new energy, advanced materials, aerospace, electronic information, intelligent manufacturing, and high-tech services, have received support from the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Macau Technology Research Programme

20 Oct 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Zhejiang Qiangnao Technology Co. Limited (Qiangnao Technology) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Cyberport to explore the establishment of the “PolyU-Qiangnao Joint Research Centre for Brain-Computer Interface”. The two parties will also collaborate on promoting the deployment scheme of Qiangnao Technology’s intelligent bionic limbs in Hong Kong, accelerating the translation and a

30 Sep 2025

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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (Huawei) signed a collaboration agreement on 17 September 2025 to officially launch the PolyU–Huawei Mathematical Optimization Innovation Laboratory (MOI) at PolyU. As the first joint laboratory of Huawei in Hong Kong focusing on developing XPU-based advanced optimization solver, the MOI marks a significant milestone in the institutions’ long-standing partnership, whic

17 Sep 2025

On 12 September, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the Changchun Institute of Optics Chinese Academy of Sciences (CIOMP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), paving the way for collaboration in deep space exploration, optical instruments, and intelligent equipment. During the signing ceremony, Prof. WANG Zuankai, Associate Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU emphasised PolyU’s mission of “Advancing Knowledge a

17 Sep 2025

The 2nd GTI Forum on Digital Intelligence Hong Kong, organised by GTI and co-hosted by China Mobile, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), and other institutions, was successfully held in Hong Kong from 9 to 10 September. The forum attracted over 500 senior executives, leading academics, and young innovators from around the world, who engaged in in-depth discussions on cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, innovative app

10 Sep 2025

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