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Botanical Symposium 2022: Exploring Innovative Approaches in Chinese Medicines – From Bench to Bedside

Co-organised by the State Key Laboratory of Chinese Medicine and Molecular Pharmacology (Incubation) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities and Clinical Applications of Medicinal Plants of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), and supported by the Research Centre for Chinese Medicine Innovation (RCMI) of PolyU, the “Botanical Symposium 2022: Exploring Innovative Approaches in Chinese Medicines – From Bench to Bedside” will engage eminent researchers for fruitful exchange on a wide range of topics in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), from natural product development and safety to scientific and clinical approaches to TCM. Register today to secure your seat at the Botanical Symposium and join us on 1 December 2022!   For registration and more info: https://event.fourwaves.com/botanicalsymposium2022/pages

RISA participates in The Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit 2022

The Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit 2022 was successfully held, attracting thousands of visitors. At the four-day expo, the exhibition booth of the Research Institute for Smart Ageing (RISA) showcased the latest innovations by PolyU faculty members from the Department of Applied Social Sciences, the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the School of Nursing, and the Jockey Club Design Institute for Social Innovation, and demonstrated advanced technologies for elder care to the public. The booth was visited by prestigious guests, including Mrs Carrie Lam, former Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and Prof. Sophia Chan, former Secretary for Food and Health of the HKSAR, academic staff from different higher education institutions, and the general public who were interested in using PolyU’s aged care products. We wish this precious experience can bring new collaboration opportunities to RISA. 

RILS Public Lecture Series: Featured BDS and Future PNT system

The Research Institute for Land and Space is organising an online Public Lecture on “Featured BDS and Future PNT System” on 30 November 2022 (Wed). Prof. Yang Yuanxi, Academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences and Professor of Xian Research Institute of Surveying, will be the keynote speaker. All are welcome.  Don’t miss the chance to learn more! Discover more: https://polyu.hk/hhZTv Register at: https://polyu.hk/sAwMs

RCSV scholar says myopia and astigmatism are on the rise among children

Dr Jeffrey Leung Tsz-wing, Member of the Research Centre for SHARP Vision (RCSV) and Research Assistant Professor in the School of Optometry, said in an interview with HK01 earlier that myopia and astigmatism are on the rise among schoolchildren during the pandemic. To better protect children’s eyes, Dr Leung suggested parents encourage their children to practise the 20-20-20 rule, that is, to look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds, for every 20 minutes of screen time. Online coverage: HK01 - https://polyu.me/3NwDXOL

PAIR YouTube channel available now!

The PAIR YouTube channel is now available!  Please subscribe to the PolyU PAIR channel to view our latest videos, including corporate videos of PAIR and constituent research units, highlights of research projects, as well as recaps of PAIR Distinguished Lecture Series, webinars and more activities! PolyU PAIR YouTube Channel: PAIR PolyU - YouTube

Ninety-eight scholars ranked among world’s top 2% most-cited scientists by Stanford University

Ninety-eight scholars in 16 PAIR constituent research units are ranked among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in the newly released metrics compiled by Stanford University, under the subject fields of Materials (11), Building and Construction (10), Energy (10), Civil Engineering (9), Nanoscience & Nanotechnology (8), Artificial Intelligence & Image Processing (7), Optoelectronics and Photonics (6), Environmental Sciences (4), Networking & Telecommunications (4) and Geological & Geomatics Engineering (4). Three scientists in PAIR are among the top 20 scholars in the world in their own areas of specialty. The scholars were named in the latest release of the Stanford University-led compilation of citation indicators covering over 100,000 top scientists. The database grouped scientists into 22 subject fields and 176 sub-fields and has taken into consideration indicators of their research publications, 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 2021. The latest Stanford rankings reflect the influential research of PAIR researchers and PolyU’s determination to cement its place as a world-class university with leading research in multiple disciplines for the benefit of the world. As per the data published by Elsevier on 10 October 2022 (version 4): https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/datasets/btchxktzyw/4?fbclid=IwAR0u4xhKMuKGIsi_prZLxOIOaMPzV-LNCmoIlDYua90eybIVIyE6Sl70vyc More details:  Top 2% Scientists in PAIR (2022)  

Chief Secretary visits Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations

Mr CHAN Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration, and Miss Alice MAK Mei-kuen, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, visited the Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations (RCDSE) at PolyU earlier.  The government delegation was warmly received by PolyU representatives, including Dr LAM Tai-fai, Council Chairman, Prof. TENG Jin-Guang, President, Prof. WONG Wing-tak, Deputy President and Provost, Dr Miranda LOU, Executive Vice President, Prof. Christopher CHAO, Vice President (Research and Innovation), Prof. Ben YOUNG, Vice President (Student and Global Affairs), and Ir Prof. YUNG Kai-leung, Director of RCDSE, and was introduced various research projects at the centre, including space instruments and engineering payload research, planetary remote sensing and mapping technologies, etc.

MHRC member delivers talks at universities in Mexico

Dr Dalinda Isabel Sanchez Vidana, member of the Mental Health Research Centre (MHRC), was invited to deliver two talks at prestigious universities in Mexico for the promotion of mental health and well-being. To review the webinar on 22 July 2022: https://www.facebook.com/malinguaq/videos/450969083545107/?extid=CL-UNK-UNKUNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C-GK2C&ref=sharing To review the webinar on 20 September 2022: https://fb.watch/gwhODp8BbP/ Besides, Dr Sanchez will be the keynote speaker at two major events at the Universidad de Guadalajara: the XLII Chemist Scientific and Cultural Event on 9 November 2022 and the 5th Symposium on Materials Science and Engineering on 24 November 2022. Through her talks, Dr Sanchez will facilitate an open discussion on mental health promotion in higher education, emphasising the importance of students practising self-care activities that are conducive to mental well-being, alongside knowledge acquisition and skills development in universities. Dr Sanchez’ efforts focus on addressing mental health stigma in higher education. She will also discuss how self-awareness enables understanding of one’s own limits, identification of signs and sources of emotional distress, knowledge of coping strategies, as well as cultivation of self-care habits, thus forming an essential part of students´ learning. Know more about the XLII Chemist Scientific and Cultural Event, Universidad de Guadalajara: https://sites.google.com/cucei.udg.mx/42eccq-cucei/conferencias?authuser=0 Know more about the 5th Symposium on Materials Science and Engineering, Universidad de Guadalajara: http://fisica.cucei.udg.mx/simposiomateriales/index.php

Ir Prof. Yung Kai Leung featured in Bauhinia Magazine

Ir Prof. Yung Kai-leung, Director of Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations, was interviewed by the Bauhinia magazine sharing his passion and contributions to the country’s aerospace industry, including the Camera Pointing System (CPS) for the Chang’e 3, Chang’e 4 moon missions, the Lunar Surface Sampling and Packaging System for the Chang’e 5 mission, as well as the Mars Landing Surveillance Camera for the Tianwen-1 Mars mission. Speaking on China’s space mission, Prof. Yung said that the country had attained remarkable achievements with limited resources. From the moon to Saturn, China has its ambitious plans in space exploration in the future, all of these will be with many challenges. He pointed out that Hong Kong people were open-minded and enthusiastic about innovation and technology. He believed that scientists in Hong Kong could contribute to the national aerospace industry in various aspects. Online coverage (Chinese version only): 新十年@香江｜容啟亮：中國航天用有限資源做成大事業 盼香港科學家運用知識貢獻國家 (bau.com.hk)

VP(RI) urges Hong Kong to proactively build a green economy

The just-concluded 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China emphasised the promotion of green development and the acceleration of green transition towards the achievements of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality, showing nation's determination to tackle climate change and transition to a green economy. Prof. Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU, said in an op-ed in HK01 that Hong Kong should assist the Greater Bay Area (GBA) in building an international standard carbon market to achieve the nation's dual-carbon goal. He also supported exploring the feasibility of hydrogen power generation in Hong Kong.  As the largest interdisciplinary research platform in the GBA, PAIR will continue to make unremitting efforts in promoting interdisciplinary research and encouraging innovation, for the country's sustainable development, planning and building of new energy systems, as well as promotion of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality. Online coverage (Chinese version only): 趙汝恒｜低碳未來有賴於科技創新 把握綠色轉型 (hk01.com)