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17 PRI scholars ranked among world’s top 2% most-cited scientists

We are pleased to announce that 17 Photonics Research Institute (PRI) scholars ranked among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in the newly released metrics compiled by Stanford University.   The scholars were named in the latest release of the Stanford University-led compilation of citation indicators covering over 100,000 top scientists. They were grouped into 22 subject fields and 174 sub-fields using indicators including information on citations, individual’s scientific research output, co-authorship and a composite indicator for career-long citation impact up to the end of 2022.   This recognition reflects the significant influence and research excellence of the scientists, who are committed to furthering their knowledge for the benefit of the world. Full Name Department Prof. CHAI Yang Applied Physics Dr CHEN Wen Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. CHUNG Chi Yung Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. FEI Bin School of Fashion and Textiles Prof. HAO Jianhua Applied Physics Prof. HUANG Haitao Applied Physics Prof. JIN Wei Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. KAN Chi-wai School of Fashion and Textiles Prof. LAU Pak-tao Alan Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. LAU Shu Ping, Daniel Applied Physics Prof. LI Gang Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. LU Chao Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. TAM Hwa Yaw Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. YAN Feng Applied Physics Prof. YU Changyuan Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. YU Siu Fung Applied Physics Prof. ZHENG Zijian Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology  

Prof. CHUNG Chi-yung has received a funding in the 2023 MTR Research Funding Scheme

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received a total funding of HK$7.25 million in the 2023 MTR Research Funding Scheme that aim at developing cutting-edge technologies for the future advancement of railways.   Congratulations to Prof. CHUNG Chi-yung, a PRI scholar who has secured one of the projects. The project details are as follows. Department Principal Investigator  Project Title  Electrical and Electronic Engineering Prof. CHUNG Chi-yung Developing an Electromagnetic Energy Harvesting System to Energise Monitoring Systems in the Hong Kong MTR System   For more details, please refer to: https://polyu.me/45mTfNr

Prof. QIN Jing has secured funding from the Health and Medical Research Fund for promising healthcare solutions

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received a funding totalling of HK$25.1 million for 27 projects in the 2021 Exercise of the Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF).   Congratulations to Prof. QIN Jing, a PRI scholar who has secured one of the projects. The project details are as follows.   Department Principal Investigator   Project Title School of Nursing  Prof. QIN Jing  Effectiveness of social virtual-reality on enhancing social interaction skills in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A three-arm pilot randomised controlled trial   For details of the 27 funded projects, please refer to: https://polyu.me/3r8wvTp

Prof. Xiaocong YUAN delivered a speech during the PRI Distinguished Seminar Series

The “Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Distinguished Seminar Series - Optical vortices: science and applications” was delivered by Prof. Xiaocong YUAN, Distinguished Professor of Shenzhen University, and successfully held on 5 Oct 2023 (Thu).   We would like to express our gratitude to Prof. YUAN and all the participants, ensuring that the success of the seminar.

Prof. Xuming ZHANG's team won the Co-innovation Award in Health Future Challenge 2023

Congratulations to Prof. Xuming ZHANG and his team won the Co-innovation Award in Health Future Challenge 2023 which was organized by Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office (KTEO) of Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 23 August 2023.   Topic: "Anti-Aging Elixir: in situ NADH Regeneration for Skincare using Near-Infrared Photocatalysis" (Project no. HFC23-02) Team: Fengjia Xie, Yao Chai, Marco Shing Yau Tam, Prof. Xuming Zhang  

Prof. Changyuan YU won the 2023 Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement on Research and Scholarly Activities

Congratulations to Prof. Changyuan YU, Management Committee Member of Photonics Research Institute (PRI), on winning the 2023 Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement on Research and Scholarly Activities. The winners of the Faculty Awards for Outstanding Achievement are chosen by the Faculty Assessment Panel, comprising Heads and chaired by the Dean of Faculty Engineering (FENG).

Prof. Xuming ZHANG's team won the Best Poster Award in Eco Mat Conference 2023

Congratulations to Prof. Xuming ZHANG and his team (Huaping JIA, Fengjia XIE) won the Best Poster Award in Eco Mat Conference 2023, 20 – 24 Jun 2023, Hong Kong.   Paper title: Near-infrared plasmonic effect induced enhanced hydrogen generation of MoS2 nanosheets (paper ID B-11). Team: Huaping Jia, Fengjia Xie, and Xuming Zhang*   Paper title: From CO2 to glucose: Immobilizing RuBisCO in monolithic porous sponge microreactors for artificial enzymatic synthesis (paper ID A-06) Team: Yujiao Zhu, Fengjia Xie, Kangning Ren*, and Xuming Zhang*  

Chinese Laser Press visited PolyU

Ms Lydia YANG, General Manager of the Chinese Laser Press, and Mr Xiao-Feng WANG, chief editor of the Chinese Laser Press, led a group of editors visiting PolyU on 18 July 2023. During their visit, they participated in fruitful discussions and information exchanges with PRI researchers. In addition, the Chinese Laser Press delegation was given a tour showcasing various laboratories.

Prof. Gang LI and Prof. Feng YAN were interviewed by Nature Portfolio

Two Photonics Research Institute (PRI) scholars, Prof. Gang LI and Prof. Feng YAN, were interviewed by Nature Portfolio to share their research on advanced materials with breakthrough results and major global impacts. For more details, please click HERE.

Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Program was successfully held on 11 May 2023

The PAIR Conference 2023, themed on “Research Excellence for Societal Impacts”, is the first and largest interdisciplinary research and development conference in Hong Kong. It was successfully commenced at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 8-11 May 2023, with some 100 internationally renowned experts as distinguished speakers to share their knowledge and insights.   The PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research (PAIR) Conference provided an opportunity for stakeholders to engage in closer exchange and collaboration, enriching and expanding interdisciplinary knowledge.   The Photonics Research Institute (PRI) Program was held on 11 May 2023. Besides insightful keynote and technical sessions, the program also comprises laboratory visits and presentations of select research papers. The Best Poster Presentation Awards were presented by Prof. Christopher CHAO, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU at the Closing Ceremony.   Details of the Awards:   Best Poster Presentation Award of Photonics Session Awardee: Dr Jingxian CUI Poster Topic: Optical fiber sensor-assisted cochlear implantation for hearing loss preservation   Best Poster Presentation of Photonics Research Institute - First Runner-Up Award Awardee: Mr Heng JIANG Poster Topic: Learn from butterfly's eyes   Best Poster Presentation of Photonics Research Institute - Second Runner-Up Award Awardee: Dr Zhuo WANG Poster Topic: Plasmonic bound states in the continuum for unpolarized tightly focused light   Thank you all for attending the PRI Program during PAIR Conference 2023.