The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) hosts the Top 10 Research & Innovation Stories of the Year cum Young Innovative Researcher Award (YIRA) Ceremony. This vibrant gathering brings together university leaders, researchers, students, and partners to celebrate impactful research and groundbreaking innovation.
The Top 10 Stories initiative draws over 7,700 votes, with winning projects spanning AI, life sciences, sustainability, material science, and smart cities, showcasing PolyU’s contribution to Hong Kong’s high‑quality development.
The YIRA honours 12 young awardees from the 2025 and 2026 cohorts, recognised for their originality and groundbreaking contributions to fields such as renewable energy, healthcare innovation, neuroscience, and medical technology.
Prof. Jin‑Guang TENG, President of PolyU, delivers the welcome remarks, congratulating awardees for their rigorous spirit and their courage to break new ground. He highlights that these research achievements underscore a core pillar of PolyU’s identity: its unwavering commitment to mission-driven research that addresses pressing societal challenges.
Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation), reiterates PolyU’s dedication to nurturing young scholars through a robust research ecosystem. He emphasises the university's efforts to foster a spirit of innovation and provide researchers with the support necessary to transform their aspirations into reality.
In recognition of our sponsor and media partner of the Top 10 Research & Innovation Stories Award, Mr. Ian LEE, General Manager of Hotel ICON, and Mr. Ivan TONG, Editor-in-Chief of Sing Tao Daily, receive souvenirs from PolyU.
The ceremony serves not only as a celebration of PolyU’s research excellence, innovation, and community spirit but also as a meaningful occasion to strengthen bonds across disciplines and inspire future collaborations.
