Editor's Message
Welcome to the third issue of Innovation Digest!
In this issue, we highlight the topic “In Leaps and Bounds: Breakthroughs in Medical, Biotechnology and Healthcare Fields” and explore the transformative advancements profoundly impacting lives across the globe. The importance of medical research cannot be overstated, serving as it does as the foundation for developing new treatments, improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for billions.
In the Medical section, our research highlights showcase groundbreaking discoveries that strive to transform how we approach health and disease. These advancements are crucial as they pave the way to more effective therapies and interventions, ultimately saving lives and reducing healthcare costs. Featured research topics include:
- discovery of novel antibiotic candidates through disrupting bacterial transcription to tackle multidrug resistance
- invention of non-invasive Smart-CKD for diagnosing chronic kidney disease
- study of the Chinese herb component Icariin for osteoporosis treatment
- novel contrast-agent-free virtual MRI imaging for tumour detection
Biotechnology, a field integrating biology and technology, is driving innovation at an unprecedented pace. In this section, our research highlights reveal how innovations open up new opportunities for people with disabilities. Relevant studies presented are:
- 3D-printed triply periodic minimal surface scaffolds for bone repair and regeneration
- AI-powered advancing prosthetic hand ProRuka
In the Healthcare section, we focus on revolutionary approaches to patient care. As healthcare systems worldwide face escalating pressure, these innovations are essential for improving healthcare efficiency, accessibility and patient safety. By complementing artificial intelligence technology with data-driven insights, we can create more responsive and resilient healthcare systems that better serve communities. Innovations include:
- non-invasive choroidal imaging using deep-learning technology for diagnosing retinal and optic nerve diseases
- innovative echocardiography video segmentation for cardiovascular diagnostic imaging using AI modelling
Our Engagement & Partnership section exhibits the latest collaborations of PolyU and our researchers with external academic institutions and industry partners. Finally, Student Corner continues to present the achievements of the University’s students.
We hope this issue inspires you and keeps you informed of groundbreaking research in these fields, and encourages you to contribute to the advances that define our future.
Prof. Cheng DONG Associate Vice President (Mainland Research Advancement) Chair Professor of Cell Engineering and ImmunoMedicine, Department of Biomedical Engineering |