SCRI Hosts Mid-Autumn Tea Gathering for Students

To celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and strengthen interactions among students and research team members, Prof. SHI Wenzhong, John, Director of the Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI), hosted a Mid-Autumn Tea Gathering with PhD students and newly enrolled Master's students from the Master of Science in Urban Informatics and Smart Cities and Master of Science in Geomatics programmes.

During the gathering, Prof. Shi extended his sincere festive greetings and best wishes to all students. He encouraged them to make the most of their academic journey, pursue excellence in research, and actively engage in scholarly exploration.

Prof. Shi also introduced the research team, its major activities, and key research areas, including Smart Cities, Spatial Data Science, GeoAI, Remote Sensing, and Geographic Information Systems. He shared insights into the latest developments and future trends in these fields, helping new students gain a better understanding of the team's research strengths and vision.

The tea gathering concluded in a warm and joyful atmosphere. Participants noted that the event provided a valuable opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the research team and its key research directions, while also strengthening connections with faculty members and fellow students. Through open discussions and exchanges of ideas, students broadened their perspectives and developed greater enthusiasm for their future studies and research. The event further enhanced team cohesion, fostered a collaborative academic culture, and marked a meaningful start to the new semester.