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PolyU Top 10 Research & Innovation Stories of the Year contribute to global sustainability

PolyU has unveiled the “PolyU Top 10 Research & Innovation Stories of the Year,” delivering impactful research for high-quality development and innovation. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, said in an interview with Sing Tao Daily that many selected research projects are related to the promotion of green technology. They range from breakthroughs in new energy technologies to responses to climate change, and from smart city development to innovations in environmental protection, reflecting the University’s comprehensive deployment in these fields and its proactive response to pressing global needs. Prof. Chao also added that PolyU’s research is closely aligned with the “15th Five-Year Plan” goal of green industrial development and benchmarks itself against the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, continuously building a cross-disciplinary research ecosystem that transforms forward-looking research into impactful solutions.   Learn More: https://polyu.me/4mFztqQ

Prof. Christopher Chao on Northern Metropolis development

PolyU hosted the “PolyU Northern Metropolis Future Forum Season 3” with the theme of “Co-creating a Better and Beautiful Northern Metropolis” on 14 April. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, gave an interview to Hong Kong Commercial Daily, outlining how PolyU could leverage its research strengths in strategic I&T industries to lay a solid foundation for building a vibrant I&T ecosystem in the Northern Metropolis. Prof. Chao also discussed how the University would align its development in the Northern Metropolis with the requirements of the country’s 15th Five-Year Plan. PolyU would fully capitalise on the strategic opportunities presented by the Northern Metropolis, contributing to Hong Kong–Shenzhen collaboration in I&T and to coordinated innovation across the GBA.   Learn More: https://polyu.me/427jzMf

PolyU holds inaugural Qian Weichang International Summit

PolyU reaffirmed its commitment to interdisciplinary research, global collaboration and talent cultivation with the successful conclusion of the inaugural Qian Weichang International Summit (QWIS) on 30–31 March 2026. Organised by PolyU and sponsored by the K.C. Wong Education Foundation, the QWIS was held in honour of Professor Qian Weichang, widely recognised as the “Father of Mechanics” in China. With the theme of “Interdisciplinary Advances in Science and Engineering”, the QWIS brought together distinguished guests and leading academics from renowned institutions worldwide to discuss cutting-edge topics and jointly drive innovation and development in the fields of science and engineering.   The QWIS featured eight distinguished plenary speakers from world-renowned universities, including Prof. CHEN Gang, Carl Richard Soderberg Professor of Power Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Prof. Dario FARINA, Professor and Chair in Neurorehabilitation Engineering at Imperial College London; Prof. GAO Huajian, Xinghua Distinguished University Professor at Tsinghua University; Prof. HU Haiyan, Chair Professor of Mechanics at the Beijing Institute of Technology; Prof. George MALLIARAS, Prince Philip Professor of Technology at the University of Cambridge; Prof. David QUÉRÉ, Professor at the École Polytechnique; Prof. YANG Wei, Professor at Zhejiang University; and Prof. ZHANG Xu, President of the Guangdong Institute of Intelligence Science and Technology. Their presentations focused on the latest research findings in mechanics, medicine, electronics, energy and materials science, which stimulated interdisciplinary collaboration and fresh perspectives for scientific exploration. Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, President of PolyU, said in his opening address, “The QWIS aims to bring together distinguished scholars from around the world to foster cross-boundary exchange and collaboration, inspire innovative thinking, push knowledge boundaries, and empower the next generation of talent in science and engineering to address global challenges, carrying forward the shared mission of the K.C. Wong Education Foundation and Professor Qian Weichang. The PolyU motto ‘To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind’ embodies our steadfast commitment to world-class education and interdisciplinary research that creates meaningful impact for Hong Kong, our Nation, and the world.”   At the QWIS’s Gala Dinner, Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, made the opening speech, saying, “The QWIS breaks interdisciplinary boundaries, marks a significant milestone in PolyU’s mission to foster international academic collaboration, and reinforces our role as a world-class innovative institution, highlighting Hong Kong’s role as a dynamic international education hub.”   Learn More:https://polyu.hk/IHMjO   Online coverage: https://polyu.me/47Qv1PM

PolyU wins 37 awards at 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva

PolyU achieved remarkable success at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, a total of 32 PolyU winning innovations received 37 accolades, including two Special Awards, six Gold Medals with Congratulations of the Jury, 14 Gold Medals, 10 Silver Medals, two Bronze Medals, one Special Prize and two Special Merit Awards. Among them, two were led by the InnoHK Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), a partnership between PolyU and the University of Waterloo. Prof. Christopher CHAO, PolyU Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation), commended the award-winning teams and startups, stating, “PolyU teams’ exceptional performance at the Geneva Inventions Expo this year is a testament to the strong international recognition of the University’s research excellence and innovation capabilities. Their accomplishments affirm PolyU’s steadfast commitment to advancing frontier research innovation and translating research outcomes into impactful real-world solutions. We will continue to nurture world-class researchers and startups, strengthen industry-academia-research collaboration and deepen knowledge transfer, creating lasting impact for Hong Kong, the Nation, and the world.”   This year, PolyU’s ground-breaking innovations span diverse fields, including life sciences, healthcare, vision health, aerospace, artificial intelligence, robotics, sustainable energy, green applications, engineering, advanced materials and sustainable textiles. They are poised to create a tangible impact for society and build a smarter, healthier and more sustainable future.   Learn More: https://polyu.hk/wLkhV   Online Coverage: Bauhinia - https://polyu.me/4luSmfr Ta Kung Pao - https://polyu.me/4bKpDQn

Prof. Christopher Chao and Prof. Chris Lo on scholars’ contribution to Hong Kong’s global symbiosis

Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, and Prof. Chris Lo, Professor of Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies and Co-Founder of PolyVenture Immune Materials Limited, were interviewed by China Daily Hong Kong Edition, sharing how scholars and startups stand at the forefront of Hong Kong’s global symbiosis and exemplify the city’s strength. Prof. Chao further highlighted PolyU’s strategy to incubate and support campus startups.   Learn More: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/hk/article/630371

PolyU shines at MWC Barcelona 2026 as the sole university exhibitor from Hong Kong and recognised as GLOMO Award Finalist

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) made its debut at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2026, the world’s largest and most influential event for the mobile and connectivity industry. The only higher education institution from Hong Kong to exhibit at the event, PolyU showcased a range of pioneering research innovations spanning the interdisciplinary fields of artificial intelligence (AI) for healthcare and education, next-generation connectivity and security, as well as smart city infrastructure, demonstrating the University’s capability to translate research outcomes into real-world solutions that benefit the global community.   Leading the delegation, Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, said, “PolyU is honoured to be the first university from Hong Kong to participate at MWC Barcelona. This major international event enables us to demonstrate our capabilities in advanced technologies and interdisciplinary research to global audience. By engaging with leading industry representatives and presenting our world-class 6G, AI, and smart city innovations, we are not only showcasing PolyU’s research excellence but also expanding our global footprint and fostering partnerships that accelerate the transfer of knowledge from laboratories to the global market.”   Learn More: https://polyu.hk/VpNaj   Online coverage: https://polyu.me/40r26xE

CSocD64: Prof. Eric Chui Shares Experience in Responding to the Hong Kong Tai Po Fire

The 64th session of the United Nations Commission for Social Development held a side event last night with the theme of "Empowering Communities," focusing on strengthening community participation, promoting social inclusion, and enhancing the response capacity of social services. Prof. Eric Chui, Head of Department of Applied Social Sciences of PolyU and Co-Director of PReCIT, used the Tai Po fire incident as an example at the meeting, explaining how various sectors of society collaborated to assist in the community's recovery and reconstruction. Prof. Chui shared that PolyU provided critical support and community services during the incident, including collaboration with non-governmental organisations to offer expertise in nursing and social work, as well as providing professional training for communities with needs.

APEC 2026: Prof. Christopher Chao on Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Ecosystem

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting commenced in Guangzhou under the theme “Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together,” with three priorities of “Openness, Innovation, and Cooperation.” Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, discussed Hong Kong’s innovation ecosystem and its world competitiveness: five universities ranking among the world’s top 100 with 1,821 "Top 2% Most Cited Scientists", and the InnoHK attracting over 30 leading research institutions from 12 economies, engaging over 3,000 local and international researchers. Prof. Chao shared that Hong Kong is playing a dual role as a “super connector” and “super value-adder,” efficiently bridging innovation resources of the Chinese Mainland and the world to advance regional collaboration.

Prof. Christopher Chao on Optimising I&T Supporting Systems

The State Council's report on application of sci-tech achievements released in December 2025 shows that China has witnessed a marked increase in both the volume and quality of applications of sci-tech achievements, effectively transforming innovations into productive forces. However, it highlights the need to strengthen the development of technology transfer manager teams and reinforce policy system regarding benefit distribution from achievement commercialisation and professional promotion. Prof. Christopher Chao, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and Director of PReCIT, shared with Wen Wei Po that technology transfer managers are the key connection between “research” and “production”. Their professional training and value recognition require national policy and institutional support to effectively benefit the innovation ecosystem. Additionally, Hong Kong can leverage its mature international network and rich experience in connecting with global market rules, as well as utilise regional collaboration and financial innovation advantages to help systematically cultivate a national talent pool of technology transfer personnel with international perspectives. Online Coverage:  Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/46wpOvF

國際註冊技術轉移經理人資格認證課程在南京順利舉行 助力創新成果轉化及市場發展

由中共南京市委組織部（人才辦）、南京市科學技術局、江蘇省科技資源統籌服務中心、南京人才集團、南京科技成果轉化學院、香港理工大學（理大）科技及創新政策研究中心、理大知識轉移及創業處、理大南京技術創新研究院聯合主辦，以及南京市鼓樓高新區管委會、南京市鼓樓區科技局支持的國際註冊技術轉移經理人（RTTP）資格認證課程於 2025 年 12 月 19 日至 20 日在南京舉行，吸引逾 50 多位來自政府、醫療科技、法律、金融、民生建設、高校科研等領域的學員參加。 開班儀式邀得南京市科學技術局成果轉化處處長陳志俊先生、江蘇省科技資源統籌服務中心主任戴力新先生、南京東南國資投資集團辦公室主任兼南京人才集團副總經理孫琦傑先生與理大南京技術創新研究院執行院長陳熒先生致辭；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）理事長趙汝恒教授與南京東南國資投資集團有限公司董事長井深先生共同主禮；理大科技及創新政策研究中心副主任吳池力博士，以及南京市鼓樓高新區管委會主任談韌先生等嘉賓亦出席支持。 趙汝恒教授指，理大擅長整合前沿研發與國際資源，並擁有全球視野捕捉創新機會；而南京則具有豐富產業基礎和對行業痛點的深刻理解。是次 RTTP 資格認證課程是「香港發現、南京創造」協同模式的生動實踐，雙方構建常態合作亦是「本土需求+國際智慧」耦合，進一步加速科技落地。 井深先生表示，南京市高度重視技術經理人培養，是次RTTP培訓也是落實市委市政府關於培養技術經理人要求的重要舉措，並期望未來能繼續與理大深化合作，貢獻南京新時代人才強市建設。 陳志俊先生表示，是次RTTP資格認證課程是南京市技術轉移人才隊伍建設的一件大事，更是推動科技成果轉化、支撐新質生產力的重要舉措，期望藉RTTP課程的引入全面提升相關人才技術轉移的專業能力，拓展其國際視野及增強實踐經驗。   孫琦傑先生表示，南京人才集團作為南京市委、市政府著力打造的綜合性人才服務平台，始終以「賦能人才發展，支撐產業升級」為使命。RTTP資格認證培訓開班是南京人才集團與理大深化合作的重要成果，亦是引入國際先進經驗及補齊本土人才短板的重要實踐。 陳熒先生表示，全球科技競爭格局下，技術轉移的精細化、系統化已成為創新生態的核心競爭力。理大南京技術創新研究院的目標是成為接軌國際的科創策源地與新興產業智穀，持續賦能寧港兩地融合協同。是次 RTTP 資格認證課程能為寧港共築協同創新生態，為國家高質量發展注入澎湃動能。 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。課程邀得上海交通大學先進產業技術研究院副院長劉歡喜博士；理大知識轉移及創業處顧問、薈港資本行政總裁林曉鋒教授·工程師·太平紳士，以及睿思創新有限公司董事長曹健博士三位專家擔任授課講師。 RTTP 由國際技術轉移聯盟（ATTP）建立，是唯一的國際知識交流及技術轉移經理人專業資格認證。ISTA 是 ATTP 現時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，將在中國內地不同城市開辦 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。   相片集：瀏覽這裡 影片：瀏覽這裡