The Innovation and Technology Commission of the HKSAR Government has announced the second batch of projects selected for funding under the Research, Academic, and Industry Sectors One-plus (RAISe+) Scheme, with four PolyU projects among the successful recipients. This achievement not only highlights the University’s robust research capabilities, but also reflects the confidence that government, industry, and community stakeholders have in PolyU’s ability to translate innovative ideas into real-world solutions.

The funded PolyU projects, spanning diverse fields such as AI and robotics, Chinese medicine, computer science/information technology, and electrical and electronic engineering, exemplify the future of innovation and technology. Explore the details of these impactful projects below:

Project Title:
High-Speed 3D Stacked AI Vision Sensors

Project Leader:
Professor Chai Yang
Associate Dean, Faculty of Science; Chair Professor of Semiconductor Physics, Department of Applied Physics; and Director, Joint Research Centre for Microelectronics

The project led by Professor Chai aims to develop and commercialise an advanced AI vision sensor featuring high-speed operation, high dynamic range, and low power consumption. The innovative sensor addresses critical limitations of conventional image sensors, particularly by reducing motion blur in high-speed motion scenarios.

Project Title:
Novel Nutraceuticals for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Project Leader:
Professor Simon Lee Ming-yuen
Cally Kwong Mei Wan Professor in Biomedical Sciences and Chinese Medicine Innovation; Chair Professor of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Food Science and Nutrition; and Director, PolyU-BGI Joint Research Centre for Genomics and Synthetic Biology in Global Ocean Resources

The project led by Professor Lee adopts a vertically integrated development strategy to create novel nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals derived from natural resources. This comprehensive approach forms an innovation platform for both the prevention and treatment of neurological disorders, addressing the pressing global need for effective neurological health solutions amid an ageing population.

Project Title:
Reallm: World-leading Enterprise GenAI Infrastructure Solution

Project Leader:
Professor Yang Hongxia
Executive Director, PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence; Associate Dean (Global Engagement), Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences; and Professor, Department of Computing

The project led by Professor Yang aims to launch a platform specifically designed to enhance cross-domain collaboration by providing enterprise-grade GenAI services, including Software-as-a-Service, Platform-as-a-Service, and Infrastructure-as-a-Service.

Project Title:
Tunable Laser Chip Based on Metasurface Structure and its Application

Project Leader:
Professor Yu Changyuan
Director, PolyU-Jingjang Technology and Innovation Research Institute; and Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

The project led by Professor Yu aims to develop a novel broadband tunable laser chip that addresses challenges in advanced laser chip manufacturing. With a cost just one-twentieth that of current market solutions, this chip is expected to achieve widespread adoption in battery monitoring systems, industrial production processes, autonomous driving technologies, and high-speed optical communication modules.

Launched in 2023, the RAISe+ Scheme provides funding, on a matching basis, to support at least 100 research teams from universities funded by the University Grants Committee that demonstrate strong potential to develop into successful startups. Each approved project will receive funding ranging from HK$10 million to HK$100 million.