The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has launched its 2025/26 space-themed programme under the theme “Building the Future: Robotics for the International Lunar Research Station”. Prof. WU Bo, Associate Director of the Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations (RCDSE), Fiona Cheung Professor in Spatial Science, and Associate Head (Research) of the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, delivered the inaugural public lecture titled “Robotic Exploration at the Lunar South Pole” on 24 January 2026, to mark the commencement of the programme.
Prof. Wu presented an accessible yet insightful overview of the construction of a lunar research station and the advancement of space robotics, inspiring students’ interest in aerospace technology. The lecture prompted a lively discussion during the question-and-answer session, reflecting students’ strong enthusiasm for space technology and their inquisitive spirit.
The event attracted over a hundred teachers and students from secondary schools and international schools in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area to attend in person. Simultaneously, it was live-streamed across various social media platforms in the Chinese Mainland, drawing nearly 8,000 online viewers and receiving an enthusiastic response.
Press release: https://polyu.me/4k0N8qW
Programme details: https://polyu.hk/zesoZ
Online coverage:
Ta Kung Pao: https://polyu.me/4rcd2ug
Wen Wei Po: https://polyu.me/3ZBJJFG
Hong Kong Commercial Daily: https://polyu.me/3ZzwaXc
| Research Units | Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations |
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