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第一屆海峽兩岸暨香港、澳門測繪地理資訊發展研討會與亞洲地理信息系統研討會於理大成功舉辦 (只有英文版本)

The 1st Cross-Strait, Hong Kong and Macao Conference on the Development of Surveying, Mapping and Geospatial Information was successfully convened from 20 to 23 October 2026 at the Jockey Club Auditorium, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), attracting over 500 participants. The Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS), together with the Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI) and the Department of Land Surveying and Geospatial Science (LSGS) at PolyU, proudly hosting this landmark event. The conference was jointly organized by the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) and the Hong Kong Geographic Information System Association (HKGISA), with strong co-organisation and support from the China Association for Geospatial Industry and Sciences (CAGIS), the Chinese Society for Geodesy Photogrammetry and Cartography (CSGPC), the Land and Urban Construction Bureau of the Macao SAR Government (DSSCU), the Chinese Federation of Surveying and Mapping (CFSM), and the Taiwan Geographic Information Society (TGIS). Held in conjunction with the Asia GIS Conference 2026, this biennial forum represents a newly merged entity uniting two formerly independent regional platforms, marking a milestone era of cross-strait academic and professional collaboration under the theme "The Era of Digital-Intelligence: Integration and Application of Surveying, Mapping, and Geospatial Information." The opening ceremony featured welcoming remarks from leadership representatives of the organising institutions, including Professor DING Xiaoli, Interim Dean of the Faculty of Construction and Environment (FCE) and Director of Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS) at PolyU, Sr Tony WAN Wai-ming (President of HKIS), Professor WANG Peixin (President of HKGISA), Mr YU Qing (Deputy Secretary-General of CAGIS), Ms ZHANG Wenhui (Chair of the Supervisory Committee of CSGPC), Ms ZHAN Qingxin (Acting Head of the Department of Surveying and Geospatial Information of DSSCU), Mr LI Jianli (Secretary-General of CFSM), and Professor SUN Chih-Hong (President of TGIS). Mr Maurice LOO Kam-wah, JP, Director of Lands of the HKSAR Government, delivered the opening address, highlighting the vital role of geospatial intelligence in driving smart city developments. Following the official launch ceremony and a traditional souvenir exchange, the conference entered its high-profile keynote session. Plenary reports were presented by world-renowned scientists, including Academician Deren LI (Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering), Professor Anthony YEH (The University of Hong Kong), Professor Joseph LEE Hun-wei (Macau University of Science and Technology), and Professor SUN Chih-Hong (National Taiwan University), sharing pioneering insights into geospatial theory, spatial intelligence, digital twins, and sustainable regional development. Over 20 thematic sessions followed, focusing on space-air-ground integrated sensing, GeoAI big models, 3D digital maps, satellite positioning, and smart territorial planning. Beyond academic exchanges, a grand welcome dinner was hosted on 21 October at the Silverbox Ballroom, Hotel ICON, featuring a traditional Lion Dance performance supported by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. On 23 October, delegates participated in half-day technical site visits to the Geospatial Lab (GeoLab) to examine open government spatial datasets under the Common Spatial Data Infrastructure (CSDI), and the Hong Kong Science Park (HKSTP) Experience Centre to view PolyU's contributions to advanced national engineering and deep space exploration, concluding a highly successful and comprehensive regional event.

揮發性有機物 (VOCs) 的全球視角：Donald BLAKE教授於土地及空間研究院公開講座分享數十年來大氣科研成果 (只有英文版本)

On 28 October 2026, the Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS) hosted a Public Lecture titled "Measurements of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Around the World", delivered by Prof. Donald R. BLAKE, Distinguished Professor of Chemistry at the University of California, Irvine. The seminar, moderated by Prof. GUO Hai, Chair Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and a Management Committee member of RILS, attracted a diverse audience at Chiang Chen Studio Theatre and explored the critical role of VOCs in urban air quality, climate change, and global pollution. Prof. Blake shared his pioneering research on atmospheric composition, emphasising the use of high-precision gas chromatography to monitor VOCs—key contributors to air pollution, stratospheric ozone depletion, and the Earth’s energy balance. He highlighted major projects from the past five decades, including global monitoring of greenhouse gases, regional air quality studies in polluted cities, and localised investigations such as the Aliso Canyon methane blowout. Additionally, he discussed his collaborative efforts with the University of California Office of the President to achieve net carbon neutrality by 2025, underscoring the real-world impact of his work. The engaging session sparked discussions on the intersection of atmospheric chemistry, environmental policy and sustainable development, reinforcing RILS’s commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research. We extend our gratitude to Prof. Blake for his enlightening presentation and to all participants for their active engagement.

土地及空間研究院舉辦公開講座：Ralf ZIMMERMANN教授主講氣溶膠對健康影響的創新研究方法 (只有英文版本)

On 27 October 2026, the Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS) successfully hosted a public lecture titled "From Cell Exposure to Mass Spectrometry: New Approaches for Addressing Health-Relevant Properties of Aerosols". The distinguished speaker, Prof. Ralf ZIMMERMANN, Chair of Analytical Chemistry and Head of the Department of Life, Light & Matter at the University of Rostock, delivered an insightful lecture to an audience of over 150 participants at Chiang Chen Studio Theatre. Moderated by Prof. GUO Hai, Chair Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and a Management Committee member of RILS, the lecture explored cutting-edge methodologies for assessing the health impacts of aerosols, a critical environmental concern. Prof. Zimmermann highlighted the adverse health effects of fine particulate matter (PM), emphasizing the need for advanced analytical techniques to investigate their chemical composition and toxicological properties. He introduced novel approaches, including cell exposure studies, real-time mass spectrometry (e.g., SPMS), and thermal-optical analysis (TOC-APIMS), to improve the characterization of aerosols and their impact on human health. The discussion also covered regulatory and abatement strategies, underlining the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in mitigating the global burden of air pollution. The lecture sparked engaging discussions among attendees, fostering knowledge exchange on the intersection of analytical chemistry, environmental science, and public health. RILS expresses its gratitude to Prof. Zimmermann for his enlightening presentation and to all participants for their active engagement.

第16屆大氣科學與空氣質量應用國際會議 (ASAAQ 2026) 在香港理工大學圓滿落幕

香港——2026年10月28日 ——由香港理工大學 (PolyU) 主辦的第16屆大氣科學與空氣質量應用國際會議 (ASAAQ 2026) 在為期三天的密集學術交流後圓滿落幕。本次會議匯聚了來自全球15個國家和地區的300餘名傑出研究人員、行業從業者及青年學者，是推動大氣科學與空氣質量治理發展的旗艦級國際論壇。 ASAAQ 2026由國立中央大學、香港浸會大學及香港理工大學土地與空間研究所聯合主辦。大會由香港理工大學副校長王鑽開教授致開幕辭，並匯聚了多位世界知名的大會主旨報告嘉賓，包括Rajasekhar BALASUBRAMANIAN教授、Donald R. BLAKE教授、Gregory CARMICHAEL教授、陳建民教授、Lidia MORAWSKA教授、陶澍教授、蔡春進教授、王韜教授、朱彤教授及Ralf ZIMMERMANN教授，同時獲得由該領域全球頂尖專家組成的國際顧問委員會的支持。 該會議的全面科學議程包括10場全體會議報告、43場主題演講、154場口頭報告和40場海報展示，涵蓋了氣候變暖背景下的城市空氣質量、大氣化學-氣溶膠-臭氧氣候反饋、人工智能驅動的大氣建模、多平台環境觀測、空氣質量政策評估、以及與健康相關的大氣影響和以社區為導向的氣候韌性解決方案等前沿議題。會議期間，與會者分享了前沿研究成果，就緊迫的環境挑戰展開了討論，並建立了跨國、跨學科的研究夥伴關係，以應對全球空氣污染威脅。 在開幕式上，王鑽開教授強調，ASAAQ 2026大會是向全球科學界展示香港在大氣觀測、污染控制及可持續城市發展領域研究實力的重要窗口。本次大會進一步鞏固了香港作為空氣質量科學與大氣環境創新國際知識樞紐的地位。會議主席郭海教授在開幕致辭中強調，ASAAQ的核心使命是作為高水平、包容性的學術平台，供全球研究人員傳播最新發現、制定可行的減緩方案並加強國際科學合作。「我們很高興能在香港理工大學主辦此次全球盛會。除了知識共享，我們還致力於建立新的合作夥伴關係，以支持大氣環境保護領域的實際進展，」郭海教授表示。開幕式的重要亮點之一是頒發ASAAQ終身成就獎 (ASAAQ Lifetime Achievement Award)。王文興教授獲此殊榮，以表彰其在環境科學領域取得的卓越成就和持續貢獻，以及數十年來在推動中國環境保護事業發展中的傑出領導力。他的學術精神、科研成果和育人貢獻深刻影響了一代又一代科研工作者，為環境科學事業的發展留下了寶貴而深遠的遺產。 會議晚宴氛圍輕鬆，學者們得以延續學術交流，並為未來的研究合作奠定基礎。為了讓與會代表沉浸式體驗本地文化，主辦方特別在晚宴期間安排了傳統的港式舞獅表演，向國際與會者展示了香港獨特的文化魅力。許多與會者還藉此機會體驗了香港獨特的文化、城市天際線和當地的熱情好客。 在閉幕式上，組委會頒發了一系列會議獎項，包括1個「最佳展品獎」、1個「最佳技術創新獎」、10個「青年科學家最佳海報展示獎」以及20個「青年科學家最佳口頭報告獎」，以表彰參會青年研究人員取得的傑出研究成果。特別感謝所有演講者、分會場主席、報告人、贊助商、支持機構及會議秘書處，正是大家的共同奉獻，才使ASAAQ 2026取得了圓滿成功。 隨著與會者返回各自所在機構，ASAAQ 2026期間建立的科學網絡與合作構想將持續發展。組委會期待進一步推動大氣科學研究，並歡迎全球各界人士參加未來ASAAQ系列會議。

第12屆澳中空氣質量科學與管理中心 (ACC-AQSM) 年會在香港成功舉辦

第12屆澳中空氣質量科學與管理中心 (ACC-AQSM) 年會於2026年10月25日首次在香港舉行，並圓滿結束。本屆會議以「與火和煙共存：氣候變化時代的景觀火災」為主題，匯聚了來自中國、澳大利亞及其他國家和地區的知名專家、學者和政策制定者，共同就氣候變化背景下景觀火災的科學機制、健康影響及政策應對等議題交流見解。本次會議由澳中空氣質量科學與管理中心（香港）聯合主任郭海講座教授於香港理工大學承辦，並獲得土木及環境工程學系 (CEE) 和土地及空間研究院 (RILS) 的支持。 大會有幸邀請到建築及環境學院暫任院長丁曉利教授、澳洲駐港澳副總領事（商務）兼高級貿易投資專員劉冰女士、中國科學院院士北京大學朱彤教授、澳大利亞科學院院士和美國文理科學院外籍院士Lidia MORAWSKA教授、德國世界知名質譜專家Ralf ZIMMERMANN教授，以及來自中國和澳大利亞的多位傑出學者出席。通過一系列主旨報告和特邀報告，與會專家從大氣科學、健康影響及政策響應等角度分享了前沿研究成果，並探討了未來科學研究與雙邊合作的發展方向。 更多詳情請參見會議網站： https://events.polyu.edu.hk/asaaq2026/accaqsm2026

土地及空間研究院在第六屆世界浮式解決方案大會 (WCFS 2026) 中彰顯卓越實力 (只有英文版本)

The Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) supported the organisation of and actively participated in the 6th World Conference on Floating Solutions (WCFS 2026), held from 19 to 21 October 2026 at Singapore EXPO. Bringing together researchers, engineers and industry practitioners, the conference provided an international platform for exchanging knowledge and exploring innovations in floating infrastructure, water-based urban development and sustainable marine solutions. Prof. ZHAO Xiao Lin, Associate Director of RILS, and Prof. ZHU Ronghua, Professor of Practice of RILS and Director of the Yangjiang Offshore Wind Energy Laboratory, served as Symposium Chairs on Day 2, contributing their expertise to discussions on the advancement of floating solutions. PolyU professors also delivered presentations showcasing the University’s research in floating structures and coastal engineering, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to addressing the challenges facing coastal communities and marine infrastructure. A particular highlight was the achievement of PolyU PhD candidate LI Wenjing, who received the Best Student Paper Award for the research on coastal structural design. This recognition reflects the dedication and research capabilities of PolyU’s emerging scholars. Through its organisational support, academic contributions and student participation, RILS reinforced its commitment to advancing sustainable floating solutions while strengthening international connections and exploring opportunities for future research collaboration.

土地及空間研究院與新加坡國立大學成功聯辦「高性能與多功能浮動防波堤」國際研討會 (只有英文版本)

The Research Institute for Land and Space (RILS) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), together with the Centre for Offshore Research and Engineering (CORE) and the Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS), successfully co-organised the International Workshop on High-Performance and Multi-functional Floating Breakwater on 16 October 2026. Held at the NUS campus, the workshop brought together researchers and industry practitioners to explore emerging challenges and developments in coastal protection, offshore renewable energy and intelligent marine engineering. Prof. QIAN Xudong of NUS and Prof. ZHAO Xiao Lin, Associate Director of RILS, served as Co-Chairs and delivered the opening remarks. The event provided an interdisciplinary platform for sharing recent advances in floating breakwater hydrodynamics, wave and tidal energy integration, structural optimisation, smart materials and AI-enabled control. The programme featured speakers from PolyU, NUS, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) and Hydrantula, bringing together complementary perspectives from academia and industry. Presentations explored multifunctional marine antibiofouling systems, deep reinforcement learning for tidal turbine pitch control, and the modelling and optimisation of integrated floating breakwater–wave energy systems. Other topics included additive manufacturing for marine and floating structures, IoT-enabled smart connectors for adaptive floating breakwaters, the use of porous media to improve hydrodynamic performance, and modular construction of floating breakwater systems. Together, these presentations highlighted how advances in materials, numerical modelling, intelligent control and construction technologies could support more resilient, adaptable and sustainable coastal infrastructure. Through invited presentations and technical exchanges, the workshop provided a valuable opportunity to share research insights, explore common challenges and discuss potential directions for future collaboration. It reinforced academic and professional connections between Hong Kong and Singapore while offering a platform for developing further cross-institutional research opportunities. The joint initiative also reflected RILS’s commitment to advancing research on coastal infrastructure and the sustainable use of land and marine spaces, alongside a shared interest in innovative engineering solutions that integrate coastal protection, renewable energy and intelligent technologies.

土地及空間研究院副院長翁齊浩教授於首屆國際遙感與地理信息大會 (RESG2026) 發表主旨演講：新一代地理空間人工智能與城市遙感 (只有英文版本)

Prof. WENG Qihao, Associate Director of RILS, Director of RCAIG, and Chair Professor of Geomatics and Artificial Intelligence of LSGS, participated in the International Conference on Remote Sensing and Geoinformation (RESG2026), held from 15 to 18 October 2026 in Beijing, China. Invited as a Plenary Speaker, Prof. Weng delivered a plenary address entitled “Next-Generation GeoAI and Urban Remote Sensing: Unifying Visual-Spatial Intelligence and Urban AI Security for Sustainable Cities.” The plenary presentation focused on the emerging convergence of Geospatial Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI), Urban Remote Sensing, Visual-Spatial Intelligence, and Urban AI Security. The presentation examined how next-generation GeoAI technologies are reshaping the interpretation and utilisation of Earth observation data and supporting new approaches to urban observation, analysis, and decision-making. Prof. Weng discussed the growing integration of artificial intelligence, geospatial analytics, and remote sensing technologies, highlighting their applications in urban environmental monitoring and sustainable urban development. The presentation also explored the role of visual-spatial intelligence in understanding complex urban systems and addressed the increasing importance of Urban AI Security as cities become more reliant on AI-enabled technologies and geospatial data infrastructures.

土地及空間研究院副院長翁齊浩教授於首屆電氣電子工程師學會亞太地球科學與遙感大會 (IEEE AP-GARSS 2026) 國際研討會發表主旨演講 (只有英文版本)

Prof. WENG Qihao, Associate Director of RILS, Director of RCAIG, and Chair Professor of Geomatics and Artificial Intelligence of LSGS, participated in the 2026 IEEE Asia-Pacific Geoscience and Remote Sensing Symposium (AP-GARSS 2026), held in Qingdao, China, from 11 to 14 October 2026. Invited as a plenary speaker, Prof. Weng delivered a presentation entitled “Intelligent Earth Observation and Geospatial Analytics: Transforming Cities for Sustainable Futures”, highlighting the transformative role of geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI) and Earth observation technologies in addressing urban and environmental challenges. Sponsored by the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (IEEE GRSS), the symposium was organised under the theme “Remote Sensing Applications in Sustainable Clean Earth Growth” and provided a platform for researchers, engineers, and practitioners to exchange advances in geoscience and remote sensing research, technologies, and applications. The symposium also highlighted the integration of multi-sensor observation, sensing technologies, and data analytics with sustainable development practices. In his plenary presentation, Prof. Weng discussed how the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Earth observation (EO) technologies is reshaping the observation, modelling, and management of rapidly evolving urban environments, particularly in the context of accelerating urbanisation and increasing climate-related challenges. He outlined how advances in deep learning, multimodal data fusion, real-time streaming analytics, and geospatial foundation models are transforming the research paradigm for urban observing, sensing, imaging, and mapping. The presentation reviewed the evolution of EO image processing and the integration of heterogeneous geospatial data sources, demonstrating how GeoAI enables scalable, autonomous, and interpretable analyses of complex urban systems. Prof. Weng also highlighted a range of remote sensing applications, including high-resolution urban landcover and land-use mapping, 3D semantic building reconstruction, road network extraction, and the analysis of dynamic human-environment interactions. Moreover, Prof. Weng examined emerging research directions that are shaping the future of geospatial science, including cross-modal learning, physics-informed AI, knowledge-driven AI, and the development of ethical, trustworthy, and explainable AI systems. He emphasised that integrating advanced remote sensing technologies with state-of-the-art AI methodologies can generate actionable insights to support sustainable urban planning, climate resilience, and disaster mitigation.

土地及空間研究院轄下自然資源部地理空間知識創新重點實驗室協辦「地理空間知識與創新促進氣候韌性和可持續發展國際研討會」(只有英文版本)

The International Symposium on Geospatial Knowledge and Innovation for Climate Resilience and Sustainable Development was held in Sanya, China, from 21 to 24 September 2026. The Key Laboratory of Geospatial Knowledge Innovation, jointly established by the RILS, supported the organisation of the Symposium. The event took place alongside the Fifteenth Plenary Meeting of UN-GGIM-AP to address climate challenges through geospatial innovation. Prof. DING Xiaoli, Director of RILS and Interim Dean of the Faculty of Construction and Environment (FCE), led the RILS’s participation. The symposium focused on advancing the UN-IGIF and fostering cooperation to enhance resilience in vulnerable coastal regions and Small Island Developing States. Prof. Ding delivered a keynote presentation titled "Spatial Information to Facilitate Sustainable Urban Development in Hong Kong." He addressed the challenges of high-density urban environments, detailing a comprehensive spatial information platform that integrates topography, land use, and infrastructure data. His session featured case studies on optimizing land development and balancing urban growth with vegetation preservation. This presentation demonstrated practical applications of geospatial technology for sustainable urban planning in resource-constrained contexts. The symposium successfully promoted the adoption of advanced geospatial technologies and strengthened capacities for evidence-based decision-making. Through knowledge exchange and multi-stakeholder partnerships, the event reinforced the critical role of integrated data in achieving global sustainability goals. Prof. Ding’s leadership and technical contributions underscored RILS’s commitment to leveraging geospatial knowledge for climate resilience and sustainable development.