Summer 2022 - Issue 8 | Excel x Impact@PolyU

Cover Story

A new era in Hong Kong’s I&T development — PolyU pledges full support

2022 is a momentous year, as it marks the 85th Anniversary of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), as well as the 25th Anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The new Chief Executive Mr John K. C. Lee...

Interdisciplinary Research

Harnessing artificial intelligence technology to fulfill key environmental goals

To foster interdisciplinary research, partnership with world-renowned scholars, and the transfer of technologies to stakeholders, PolyU has recently established the PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research (PAIR), which comprises 16 research...

Education

New schemes attract students with diverse talents

To give due recognition to applicants with diverse talents for admission to undergraduate programmes, PolyU has taken a step further by supporting three new non-academic talents schemes commencing in the academic year 2022/23. The three new schemes...

Cover Story

President’s Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Knowledge Transfer 2021

PolyU’s ten most impactful innovations PolyU strives to ensure that alongside advancing technological and industry standards, the work of its researchers also has impactful applications that benefit society. The ten individuals or teams that won...

PolyU Community

Celebrating our 85th Anniversary

'We Are PolyU. Together We Excel' is the theme of the University’s 85th Anniversary celebrations. It highlights that PolyU’s impressive growth is the result of the University community and the broader Hong Kong community working together. To...

Spotlights

Eight distinguished individuals conferred University Fellowship

At a solemn ceremony in July, PolyU conferred the title of University Fellowship on eight outstanding individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the University and community. Addressing the ceremony, PolyU’s Council...

Spotlights

PolyU Shenzhen Base fostering talent, innovation and technology development in GBA

PolyU keeps on expanding its Mainland reach to seize different opportunities and contribute to the development of the Nation. In 2000 and 2006, the PolyU Shenzhen Research Institute and PolyU Industry-Education-Research Base (Shenzhen) Company...

Dialogue

A conversation with Vice President (Campus Development and Facilities) Mr Simon Wong - Paving the way for a smart, vibrant campus

An accomplished architect, Mr Simon Wong had assumed senior management positions in sizable organisations and listed companies before joining PolyU as Vice President (Campus Development and Facilities) in May 2022. He is responsible for spearheading...

Spotlights

New endowed positions fuelling innovation

PolyU owes its research excellence achieved thus far to its eminent academics and generous supporters who share the common goal of advancing the frontiers of knowledge. Its Endowed Professorship Scheme and Endowed Young Scholars Scheme are...

Knowledge Transfer & Entrepreneurship

‘Dolphin’ leads your way in indoor venues　PolyU-supported startup finds success with positioning system

Dr Gary Leung MBA, PolyU (2001) MSc in Multimedia & Entertainment Technology, PolyU (2012) MSc in eCommerce, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Engineering Doctorate programme, PolyU (2022) Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Pin (HK) Limited Dr Gary Leung,...