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PolyU-developed electroreduction system turns carbon dioxide into plastic ingredients

Prof. Daniel LAU, Associate Director of the Photonics Research Institute (PRI), Management Committee Member of the Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Research Institute for Smart Energy (RISE), Director of the University Research Facility in Materials Characterization and Device Fabrication (UMF), Head of the Department of Applied Physics (AP) and Chair Professor of Nanomaterials and his research team, developed a durable, highly selective and energy-efficient carbon dioxide (CO2) electroreduction system that can convert CO2 into ethylene for industrial purposes. Ethylene is a primary ingredient in plastics and chemical fibres. This research was recently published in Nature Energy and won a Gold Medal at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva in Switzerland.   Conventional ethylene production generates significant carbon emissions. The research team adopted the method of electrocatalytic CO2 reduction to convert carbon dioxide into ethylene using green electricity, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative and stable ethylene production.   The team is working to promote this emerging technology to bring it closer to mass production, closing the carbon loop and ultimately achieving carbon neutrality. This innovative PolyU project was conducted in collaboration with the University of Oxford, the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Centre of Taiwan and Jiangsu University.   Further reading: https://polyu.hk/guFqw   Online coverage: WhatsNew2Day - https://polyu.me/3SEBt5n GBA Biz Tech Magazine - https://polyu.me/3OghVkV China.com - https://polyu.me/3u3NTdn East Money - https://polyu.me/3HBmGBL Tech Xplore - https://polyu.me/3u65cun ETNet - https://polyu.me/4922GE7 Ming Pao Daily News - https://polyu.me/4b4e7Nz Hong Kong Economic Journal - https://polyu.me/4932cxB Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/3UaP5Gl Dot Dot News - https://polyu.me/3u847C8 Yahoo News US - https://polyu.me/47MWqzb Yahoo Finance UK - https://polyu.me/3SaHqFo Sina HK - https://polyu.me/3SfUr0K

PAIR researcher-led colour management technologies used in over 100 million smart devices worldwide annually

The team led by Prof. Tommy WEI Minchen, Management Committee Member of the Photonics Research Institute (PRI) and Professor in the Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering, has developed a series of colour management technologies that enable digital displays, imaging devices and extended reality to capture and reproduce colours more faithfully, thereby enhancing user experience.   These cutting-edge technologies have been successfully commercialised and widely adopted by social media, imaging systems and manufacturers of LED lighting products, smartphones and drones. Over 100 million high-end smart devices worldwide each year have been powered by the technologies.   Further reading: https://polyu.hk/ESlFn   Online coverage: Master Insight - https://polyu.me/3U4aJMs ezone - https://polyu.me/3vDNleO IT Pro - https://polyu.me/428yzca Hong Kong China News Agency - https://polyu.me/3u0hTqt The 21st Century Business Herald - https://polyu.me/3HnyxU4 NetEase - https://polyu.me/47Dzm5P CRHK - https://polyu.me/3U5tXS6 Oriental Daily News - https://polyu.me/3U4bsgA Hong Kong Economic Journal - https://polyu.me/3SnYkSz Hong Kong Economic Times -https://polyu.me/48AlYko Sing Tao Daily - https://polyu.me/41YCSGV Headline Daily - https://polyu.me/3Smew6t Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/4bbXgIO Hong Kong Commercial Daily - https://polyu.me/3vETFm8 HK01 - https://polyu.me/3vEV2kR Dot Dot News - https://polyu.me/3O3uCiY China News Service - https://polyu.me/425ABte ifeng.com - https://polyu.me/4aZH4Km

Prof. Yun-Feng XIAO delivered a speech during the PRI Distinguished Seminar Series on 19 Jan 2024

The Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Distinguished Seminar was successfully held today.   Prof. Yun-Feng XIAO delivered an insightful distinguished seminar on the topic of Ultra-high-Q microcavity optics and photonics.   We would like to extend our gratitude to Prof. XIAO for his invaluable contribution to the seminar and our sincere appreciation to all the participants who attended the seminar.   We look forward to hosting more enlightening seminars in the future and hope to continue providing a platform for learning and growth.

Prof. Mo YANG, Prof. Aping ZHANG and Dr Dongmei HUANG won the Faculty of Engineering Research Grant Achievement Award 2022

We are pleased to announce that three Photonics Research Institute (PRI) scholars, Prof. Mo YANG (BME), Prof. Aping ZHANG (EEE) and Dr Dongmei HUANG (EEE), won the Faculty of Engineering Research Grant Achievement Award 2022.   with a view to recognize the outstanding performance of FENG academic staff members in securing external competitive research grants, Faculty of Engineering Research Grant Achievement Award has been set up by the Faculty Research Committee since 2003.   Congratulations to the Winners for the Faculty of Engineering Research Grant Achievement Award 2022!

Prof. Guangya Zhou delivered a speech during the PRI Distinguished Seminar Series on 11 Jan 2024

The “Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Distinguished Seminar Series: High-throughput single-pixel spectrometers for next-generation spectroscopic sensors” was successfully held today.   Prof. Guangya Zhou, Associate Professor of National University of Singapore, delivered an enlightening speech and shared his valuable insights to PolyU Staff, Students and PRI scholars.   We would like to express our gratitude to Prof. Zhou and all the participants, ensuring that the success of the seminar.

Dr Guang YANG awarded as a Young Editorial Board Member of Nano-Micro Letters

Dr Guang YANG, member of Photonics Research Institute (PRI), was awarded as a Young Editorial board Member of Nano-Micro Letters. (Impact factor:23.655)   Nano-Micro Letters is an open-access journal focused on all aspects of nano- or microscale structure and systems from science to technologies. It is affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

Five PRI scholars recognised amongst the world′s most highly cited researchers in 2023

Five Photonics Research Institute (PRI) scholars have been recognised in the list of “Highly Cited Researchers 2023” by Clarivate Analytics for their significant research impact, as reflected in their publication of multiple papers that have been frequently cited by fellow academics.   A total of 6,849 researchers from more than 1,300 institutions in 67 nations and regions with a diverse range of research fields are named as Highly Cited Researchers in 2023. The list identifies the most influential scholars around the world, determined by the production of multiple highly cited papers that rank in the top 1% by citations for field and year in the Web of Science citation index over the last decade.    Name Title  Prof. Daniel Shu Ping LAU Chair Professor of Nanomaterials Head in the Department of Applied Physics (AP) Associate Director of PRI Prof. LI Gang Chair Professor of Energy Conversion Technology Management Committee Member of PRI Prof. LOH Kian Ping Chair Professor of Materials Physics and Chemistry (Global STEM Professorship Scheme) Member of PRI Prof. Tom Tao WU Chair Professor of Frontier Materials Member of PRI Prof. YAN Feng Chair Professor of Organic Electronics Member of PRI (in alphabetical order of surname)  

Prof. Alan Pak Tao LAU Elected 2024 Optica Fellow

Prof. Alan Pak Tao LAU, one of the Management Committee Member in Photonics Research Institute (PRI), has been elected a Fellow of Optica for 2024 for his substantial contributions on developing digital signal processing techniques for optical communication systems.   The Board of Directors of Optica (formerly OSA), Advancing Optics and Photonics Worldwide, recently elected 129 members from 26 countries to the Society’s 2024 Fellow Class. Optica Fellows are selected based on several factors, including outstanding contributions to research, business, education, engineering and service to Optica and our community.   Fellows are Optica members who have served with distinction in the advancement of optics and photonics. The Fellow Members Committee reviewed 216 nominations submitted by current Fellows. As Fellows can account for no more than 10 percent of the total membership, the election process is highly competitive. Candidates are recommended by the Fellow Members Committee and approved by the Awards Council and Board of Directors.

Prof. CHUNG Chi-yung elected as President of 2024 – 2025 IEEE Power & Energy Society Governing Board

Congratulations to Prof. CHUNG Chi-yung, a PRI scholar, elected as President of 2024 – 2025 IEEE Power & Energy Society (PES) Governing Board.    For more details, please refer to: https://ieee-pes.org/news/2024-2025-ieee-power-energy-society-governing-board-election-results/

Prof. Zhipei SUN delivered a speech during the PRI Distinguished Seminar Series on 24 Oct 2023

The Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Distinguished Seminar Series was successfully held on 24 Oct 2023.   Prof. Zhipei SUN, Professor of Aalto University in Finland, delivered an enlightening speech and shared his valuable insights to PolyU Staff, Students and PRI scholars.   We would like to express our gratitude to Prof. SUN and all the participants, ensuring that the success of the seminar.