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Prof. Christopher Chao on Supporting Science and Technology Internationalisation in Hong Kong

Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, penned an article in Wen Wei Po, discussing a recent study conducted by PReCIT on the topic of " Internationalisation of Science and Technology Development in Hong Kong," commissioned by the Ministry of Science and Technology’s National Center for Science and Technology Evaluation. The article also explored the roles of local higher education institutions in supporting the Government and industries in their push for internationalisation. Prof. Chao shared the need for "institutional opening" in Hong Kong, with universities serving as the core hub for knowledge transfer, their research acting as a tool to support industry decision-making, and their think tanks acting as key partners in internationalisation. Online Coverage:  Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/48v5jjo

晉江第二期國際註冊技術轉移經理人資格認證課程圓滿結束

由香港理工大學（理大）晉江技術創新研究院、理大科技及創新政策研究中心、知識轉移及創業處合辦，晉江市科學技術局的關心和指導，福建泉州人才發展集團有限公司、中關村硬創空間（晉江）科技有限公司承辦，晉江市創新創業創造園開發建設有限公司協辦的國際註冊技術轉移經理人（RTTP）資格認證課程晉江第二期於2025年11月22日至23日舉辦，吸引逾30多位來自政府、醫療科技、糧食產業、高校科研、技術轉移服務機構等領域的學員參加。 開班儀式邀得晉江市科學技術局黨組書記林萍拉女士與理大電機及電子工程學系教授兼晉江技術創新研究院院長余長源教授致辭；結業儀式由理大高級副校長（研究及創新）、國際應用科技開發協作網（ISTA）理事長趙汝恒教授主禮；理大科技及創新政策研究中心副主任兼晉江技術創新研究院助理院長吳池力博士、知識轉移及創業處副總監陳翠芳女士、知識轉移及創業處助理總監羅秋媚女士，以及泉州人才發展集團總經理黃永昌先生等嘉賓出席支持。 林萍拉書記在開班致辭中表示，RTTP作為全球技術轉移領域的「黃金認證」，培訓課程落地晉江，既是「晉江經驗」在科技創新領域的延伸實踐，更是深化「企業家+科學家」融合創新的戰略舉措。 趙汝恒教授指，早前通過的「十五五」規劃建議中明確提出「加快高水平科技自立自強」，其中「科技」和 「創新」分別被提及46次和61次，足見我國對科技創新發展的重視。是次培訓緊扣「科技」和「創新」主題需求，圍繞技術轉移工具、效率提升及市場推廣等重要課題，兼具理論高度與實踐深度。 余長源教授指，第二期培訓的開展既是對首期成果的延續深化，更是響應國家「加快高水平科技自立自強，引領發展新質生產力」戰略的關鍵實踐。余教授強調技術經理人是連接創新鏈與產業鏈的關鍵橋樑，期待學員通過本次培訓掌握技術轉移工具，為晉江及國家貢獻動能。 課程聚焦技術轉移工具，旨在幫助學員掌握技術轉移框架及配套工具，以協助技術轉移辦公室提升效率，通過科學的機制識別高潛力技術，並推向匹配的市場，從而促成符合技術轉移目標的交易，全面提升技術商業化的成功率。課程邀得理大知識轉移及創業總監、國際應用科技開發協作網秘書長王家達先生、上海交通大學先進產業技術研究院副院長劉歡喜博士、華潤知識產權管理有限公司副總經理廖驍博士，以及理大知識轉移及創業處高級法律經理曾肇俊先生四位專家擔任授課講師。 RTTP由國際技術轉移聯盟（ATTP）建立，是唯一國際為知識交流及技術轉移和商業化的認可技術轉移經理人專業資格。ISTA是ATTP在大中華地區唯一認可的成員組織，理大作為ISTA創立成員之一，將在國內不同城市開辦RTTP系列課程，培訓技術轉移人才並協助取得相關認證，助力創新成果轉化，邁向全球市場。   媒體報導： 晉江新聞網 – https://news.ijjnews.com/jjxw/cycj/2025/11/24/457964.shtml 晉江電視台 – http://www.jinjiang.tv/video/jjxw/jjxwjx/2025-11-24/171305.html   相片集：瀏覽這裡 影片：瀏覽這裡

Lecture on Scientific Exploration in Earth's Extreme Environments Successfully Concludes

Organised by PolyU PReCIT, in collaboration with Student Affairs Office and Department of Applied Social Sciences, the Lecture on “Scientific Exploration in Earth's Extreme Environments” successfully concluded today. The Lecture featured Dr Tang Limei, the First Female Scientist Diving to the Ocean with Jiaolong Submersible, as the keynote speaker. Dr Tang provided insights into the mysteries of extreme environments, and shared how scientists overcome challenges and conduct cutting-edge explorations in these inaccessible areas, contributing to the expansion of human cognitive boundaries and national development. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, expressed that exploring the unknown is the eternal driving force of human progress, and technological innovation is the core engine for addressing challenges and pioneering the future. Prof. Chao hoped the Lecture would ignite participants' enthusiasm for scientific exploration and, through the power of innovation, collectively open up broader possibilities for humanity. Prof. Bu Siqi, Professor and Associate Head of Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of PolyU and Core Member of PReCIT, stated that the significance of the Lecture extends far beyond the realms of geography and technology. It is about the ability of technological innovation to address global challenges, as well as the ambition of nations and peoples to face the future, explore the unknown, and strategise for a better tomorrow.

Prof. Christopher Chao on Internationalisation of Science and Technology Development in Hong Kong

Funded by the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and organised by the Ministry of Science and Technology’s National Center for Science and Technology Evaluation, the “Seminar on Strengthen the Internationalisation of S&T to Promote an Open Innovation Ecosystem in Asia-Pacific Region” is taking place in Shenzhen today. The Seminar focused on exchanging ideas on topics of internationalisation of science and technology as well as open innovative ecosystems. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, as the representative of Hong Kong, shared on the topic of “Internationalisation of Science and Technology Development in Hong Kong” with representatives of APEC member economies. The discussion covered research results on Hong Kong's strategic layout, collaborative ecosystems, and international network construction in the development of science and technology internationalisation, and proposed development policy recommendations.

Prof. Christopher Chao on Empowering Innovation Through IP

PolyU recently held Patents Achievement Award Presentation Ceremony cum Seminar on “IP Protection in the AI Era,” celebrating the exceptional contributions of researchers and departments in patent filing and IP commercialisation. The event highlighted PolyU’s commitment to fostering a strong intellectual property (IP) culture and translating research into impactful solutions for industry and society. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, shared in an interview with Headline Daily that the University’s IP policy aligns closely with the Government’s goal of developing Hong Kong into a regional IP trading centre. PolyU supports faculty and students in protecting IP, transforming innovative inventions into practical impact through patent applications and commercialisation, and continuously enhancing the effectiveness of knowledge transfer.   Online Coverage:  Sing Tao Daily - https://polyu.me/43GF9Z5

PolyU PReCIT Hosts Inaugural Forum of The Global Thought Leaders Forum Series, Examining Transformation of Global Political and Economic Landscape

PolyU is committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge and innovative scientific research, with its PReCIT striving to contribute to the advancement of Hong Kong, the Nation and the world through interdisciplinary policy research. PReCIT has organised the new Global Thought Leaders Forum Series and hosted the inaugural forum today in collaboration with the PolyU Mainland Development Office (MDO) and Student Affairs Office. Featuring a keynote speech on the ongoing transformation of the global political and economic landscape by Prof. ZHANG Weiwei, Director of the China Institute at Fudan University, the Forum attracted over 510 PolyU students, staff and members of the public.  The Forum was held at PolyU campus. Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, and Prof. LU Haitian, Director of MDO and Core Member of PReCIT, delivered speeches, and Dr Laura LO, Associate Vice President (Institutional Advancement), and Prof. Horace MUI, Interim Dean of Students and Core Member of PReCIT, and other distinguished guests attended the event.    Press Release: English; 繁體中文; 简体中文 Photo Album: Click Here Video: Click Here

PolyU Reshapes AI Training Paradigm, Significantly Reducing Costs and Democratising AI Research

PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence (PAAI) has announced achieving several milestones in Generative AI (GenAI) research. The PAAI team is pushing the boundaries of AI with a novel collaborative GenAI paradigm known as Co-GenAI, which has the potential to transform frontier model training from a centralised, monolithic approach into a decentralised one. Significantly lowering training resource requirements, protecting data privacy and removing resource barriers such as graphics processing unit (GPU) monopolies paves the way for a more inclusive and accessible environment for global institutions to participate in AI research. Prof. YANG Hongxia, Executive Director of PolyU PAAI, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences, and Professor of the Department of Computing, stated, “Ultra-low-resource foundation model training, combined with efficient model fusion, enables academic researchers worldwide to advance GenAI research through collaborative innovation.” Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, stated, “AI is a key driver in accelerating the development of new quality productive forces. The newly established PAAI is dedicated to expediting AI integration across key sectors and developing domain-specific models for diverse industries. These initiatives will not only solidify the leading position of PolyU in related fields, but also help position Hong Kong as a global hub for GenAI.” Press Release: English; 繁體中文; 简体中文 Online Coverage:  The Standard - https://polyu.me/4hpY7J6

International Low-Altitude Economy Summit Parallel Session 3 - Policy and Regulation Successfully Concluded

The International Low-Altitude Economy Summit Parallel Session 3 - Policy and Regulation, organised by PReCIT of PolyU, with the support of the Working Group on Developing the Low-altitude Economy of the HKSAR Government and the Greater Bay Area Low-altitude Economy Alliance, successfully concluded on 9 October. The session explored policy framework for the development of low-altitude economy, public-private collaboration models, regional integration, and venue partners for the Sandbox projects, attracting over 200 faculty, students, leaders from various sectors, and public. The forum brought together government and business leaders, scholars and industry experts, including Ms Joan Hung, Deputy Secretary for Transport and Logistics of the HKSAR Government; Mr Dominic Chow, Deputy Director-General of Civil Aviation of the HKSAR Government; Mr Maxwell Zhang Head of DICT Centre, China Mobile Hong Kong Co. Ltd.; Mr Liu Chen, Chairman of Hangzhou Low-Altitude Industry Development Co., Ltd; Mr Su Yabing, Full-time Deputy Director of Zhuhai Municipal Office for Advancing the Development of the Guangdong-HongKong-Macao Greater Bay Area; Ms Zhao Hui, Executive Director of International Advanced Technology Application and Promotion Center (GBA), GBA Application Scenarios Innovation Center; and Mr Cheung Ting Pong, Co-Founder and Chairman, The Low Altitude Economy Association of Hong Kong, China;, along with Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT; Prof. Eric Chui, Co-Director of PReCIT and Head of Department of Applied Social Sciences; Prof. Chen Wen-hua, Interim Head of Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering and Director of Research Centre for Low Altitude Economy; Prof. John Shi, Director of Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute and Chair Professor of Geographical Information Science and Remote Sensing; Prof. Wen Liu, Executive Director of PolyU-Hefei Technology and Innovation Research Institute; and Dr Chili Wu, Associate Director of PReCIT and Principal Research Fellow of Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering, attended in support.

Prof. Christopher Chao on How to Contribute to National Space Industry

The Chinese aerospace industry has steadily constructed a complete aerospace technology system, transforming the lunar exploration myth into a reality of scientific practice. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, penned an article in Wen Wei Po, analysing how Hong Kong can leverage its advantages through industry-academia collaboration to contribute to national aerospace industry and continue promoting international aerospace cooperation.   Online Coverage: Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/3WhgqGM

PolyU Showcases Latest Space Research Excellence at the 76th International Astronautical Congress

The 76th International Astronautical Congress is being held in Sydney, Australia. PolyU, as a participantin the Nation's space exploration programmes, highlighted the University’s strong research capabilities in aerospace engineering and science on the global stage. Prof. Christopher Chao, Designated Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, was interviewed by Phoenix TV about PolyU’s participation and contributions to national space missions. Prof. Chao highlighted that PolyU is showcasing nine pioneering projects with around ten professors and researchers engaging international partners. He also shared that PolyU’s deep involvement in major national missions, including Chang’e 3,4,5,6 and Tianwen-1 (locating landing position to Mars), as well as designing and building the lunar soil-grabbing system that successfully collected samples.   Online Coverage: Phoenix TV - https://polyu.me/4nsaPJH