February 2026 Issue 63

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Global innovation powerhouse: PolyU rises in research excellence and real-world impact

PolyU and Clarivate, a global intelligence leader, have recently co-authored and released the PolyU Research Excellence Report, which underscores that through a robust track record of research productivity and a commitment to quality, PolyU continues...

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PolyU leads as first local university with Patriotic Education Bases in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland

The unveiling ceremony of the “PolyU Patriotic Education Base (Hong Kong)” was officiated by Ms Alice Mak Mei-kuen (4th from left); Mr Huang Jingrui (4th from right); Mr Cao Qifeng (3rd from right); Dr Lam Tai-fai (3rd from left); Prof. Jin-Guang...

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Mr Cheung Leong joins PolyU leadership team starting from 4 May 2026

PolyU has announced the appointment of Mr Cheung Leong as Vice President (Administration and Development), effective 4 May 2026. In this strategic leadership role, Mr Cheung will spearhead fundraising, public affairs, and alumni engagement while...

Research & Knowledge Transfer

Interdisciplinary excellence in leading research initiatives secures substantial funding

In the pursuit of world-leading research and innovation, PolyU is making significant strides by fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. In the latest funding cycle from the Research Grants Council (RGC) for the 2025/26 academic year, the...

Research & Knowledge Transfer

PolyU startup transforms legal practice with Hong Kong’s first cross-border AI agent system

Legal work involves extensive documentation and cross-referencing — paralegals hunched over files at midnight, lawyers spending days reviewing compliance across multiple jurisdictions, knowing one missed detail could derail a major transaction. Now...

Student Life

From curiosity to calling: Two PolyU students turning interest into impact

At PolyU, students with curiosity and ambition bring their talents to a place that values both learning and societal impact. Many arrive with outstanding results in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE), ready to take on new challenges...

Events

AI driven “Better Ageing in Community” campaign empowers elders and inspires next generation of carers

On a Saturday morning, the senate room at PolyU was buzzing with energy. Groups of elderlies compared notes on their balance exercises. Students in matching T-shirts helped them to their seats, chatting and laughing as if they were old friends. ...

Student Life

Resilient yet independent: Vincent Shih’s journey at PolyU

As a new day begins at PolyU, students stream across the campus, which is bustling with classes and conversations. Among them, a familiar figure glides by in his wheelchair – Vincent Shih (Vincent), a third-year computer science student whose calm...

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PolyU’s research and innovation inspire a new chapter in intergenerational harmony

When community co-creation merges with the interdisciplinary strengths of PolyU, scientific research transforms into a tangible force that improves everyday life. The results of such collaboration have recently been made visible at Jat Ming Chuen...

Achievements

Six PolyU disciplines rank among global top 100

In the newly released Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by Subject 2026, PolyU saw six of its subjects break into the global top 100, reinforcing international recognition of the University’s academic excellence. Most...

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Four distinguished personalities conferred University Fellowship

Since its introduction in 2000, PolyU has conferred University Fellowships on a total of 135 distinguished persons. This year, the University honoured four outstanding individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the University...