Outstanding Alumni Award Ceremony 2026

 The School of Optometry held the Student Award cum Outstanding Alumni Award Ceremony on 25 August 2026. At the ceremony, the “Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU School of Optometry” was presented to Mr Jackson Leung, while the “Outstanding Young Alumni Award of PolyU School of Optometry” was awarded to Ms Carmen Lee, in recognition of their professional achievements and significant contributions to the School, PolyU, and the community. Dr Choi Kaiyip, Assistant Professor of Practice and the School’s Liaison for Alumni Affairs, congratulated the award recipients and expressed appreciation for their remarkable achievements. Following the award presentation, Mr Jackson Leung, recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Award, and Dr Rita Sum, Residency Programme Mentor of Ms Carmen Lee, who received the Outstanding Young Alumni Award on Ms Lee’s behalf, shared their inspiring stories of success. Both awardees expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the School for its support and guidance, and spoke passionately about their aspirations and commitment to the optometry profession. Established in 2022, the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU School of Optometry aims to give public recognition to outstanding graduates for their professional achievements and significant contributions to the community and their alma mater. Our warmest congratulations go to the two award recipients. Outstanding Alumni Award Ceremony 2025/26 [Photo Gallery]

Student Award Ceremony 2025/26

The School of Optometry organised the Student Award Ceremony 2025/26 on 25 August 2026 to present 19 awards to 22 undergraduate students in recognition of their academic excellence and dedication to serving the community. This year, the School also presented 7 awards to 9 postgraduate students from the MSc in Vision Science and Innovation and Doctor of Optometry programmes, in recognition of their outstanding academic achievements. At the ceremony, Prof. Kee Chea-su, Head of School, took the opportunity to share the School’s strategic plan with students and staff. He also congratulated the awardees and expressed his appreciation to all donors for their continuous support. Thanks to the donors’ generosity, students are able to broaden their learning horizons and be empowered to pursue excellence in dispensing, project planning, and research. After the award presentation, Ms Ma Liangzhen, student representative of the MSc in Vision Science and Innovation programme, shared her fruitful learning experience in the programme. Another student representative, Mr Lo Kwan Yuk Michael from Year 4, shared his meaningful service-learning trip to Indonesia. Our warmest congratulations to all scholarship and award recipients.   Student Award Ceremony 2025/26 [Photo Gallery]   Name of Award/ Scholarship (Undergraduates) Awardee Carl Zeiss Award for Young Researcher  YUEN Cheuk Tung  Dr. Samson Sun Scholarship  PUN Tsz Ki Stella  Essilor Ophthalmic Optics and Dispensing Scholarship  CHEUNG Wing Yu   WONG Zhi Qing Queenie  HOYA Scholarship for Myopia Care  PUN Tsz Ki Stella  HOYA Scholarship for the Best Year 4 Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  TONG Anson  Joyce C. D. Leung Scholarship for Overseas Student Exchange Programme  TONG Anson  Luxottica Best Clinical Performance Award for Final Year Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  LEE Kin Hang  Luxottica Scholarship for Student Outbound Exchange Programme  CHI Wing Nam  Ocuviq Award  Chu Siu Cheung   PolyVision Scholarship for the Best Year 4 Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  CHEUNG Zi Yan  TAM Wing Yu  TONG Anson  Queenie Yip Scholarship for Overseas Student Exchange Programme  LEE Tung Wang   Skyview Optical Scholarship for Overseas Student Exchange Programme  CHAN Kwun Lam  LEE King Nok  The Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists Best Community Project Award  CHAN Hei Wun Jessie  CHEUNG Wai Yan  HO Tsoi Shan  TAM Wing Yu  TONG Anson  TSOI Yan Lam  WONG Hiu Laam  WONG Oriana  WONG Pak Hei  YANG Yang  The Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists - Best Year 1 Student in Optometry Subjects  HE Ching Wa  The Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists - Practice Management Award  LAU Yan Cheung  The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists Prize for the Best Year 1 Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  HE Ching Wa  The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists Best Final Year Student Optometrist Award  Lee Kin Hang  The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists Academic Excellence Award for the Best Final Year Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  WONG Tang Wai  ViewGear Scholarship for the Best Year 2 Student in BSc (Hons) in Optometry  WU Guojun     Name of Award/ Scholarship (Postgraduates) Awardee Dr George Cheng - PolyU MSc in Vision Science and Innovation Scholarship  ZHANG Zhongqing Earn Will Creation - PolyU MScVSI Innovative Research Project - Individual Award  LI Jie Eyebright Medical - PolyU MSc in Vision Science and Innovation Scholarship  MA Liangzhen  Hong Kong Purevision- PolyU MScVSI Innovative Research Project - Group Award  LI Jie  MA Yiqi  ZHOU Qi  Loyal Tech Group Ltd - PolyU MSc in Vision Science and Innovation Scholarship  KONG Ling  EssilorLuxottica – PolyU Doctor of Optometry Scholarship  WONG Ho Yin  PolyU Doctor of Optometry Scholarship  WAN Tsz Tsun   ZHENG Fuhao  

White Coat Ceremony 2026

The School of Optometry held its White Coat Ceremony on 25 August 2026. In the presence of faculty members, mentors, and peers, 58 Year 4 optometry students took the Optometric Oath, pledging their commitment to upholding professional ethics throughout their clinical placements and future careers. The students then received their white coats from their academic advisors, symbolising their entry into the esteemed eye care profession.   In her opening remarks, Prof. Allen Cheong, Associate Head (Programmes and Clinical Training) of the School, reminded students that the white coat represents professionalism, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. She encouraged the students to embrace their responsibilities with enthusiasm and humility, and to apply the knowledge they have acquired to serve the public diligently.   The School of Optometry White Coat Ceremony has been organised since 2015, with the aim of highlighting the symbolic importance of the white coat for clinicians. Following the ceremony, the fourth-year optometry students will begin their clinical training over the next two years.   White Coat Ceremony 2026  [Photo Gallery]

PolyU School of Optometry and HOYA Vision Care strengthen R&D collaboration: New DIMS TED spectacle lenses clinically proven on average to achieve no myopia progression over 12 months

Myopia is a global public health issue. The School of Optometry at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and HOYA Vision Care have long been committed to developing myopia control spectacle lenses to help safeguard public eye health. Building on more than a decade of collaboration, the two parties have achieved another breakthrough in advancing their patent-protected Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) technology to launch a new generation of myopia control spectacle lenses featuring the Triple Enhanced Design (DIMS TED).

PolyU School of Optometry and China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee sign MoU to advance Para sports development and support vision impairment classification for athletes

The School of Optometry at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the China Hong Kong Paralympic Committee (HKPC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 5 June. The two parties will leverage their respective strengths, combining academic research expertise with sports resources to foster the long-term development of Hong Kong’s Para sports ecosystem, while providing comprehensive and professional support for Para athletes, coaches and practitioners.

PolyU School of Optometry and CEVR join hands with HKSTP to launch Global VisionTech Incubation Programme, bringing together global vision innovation to accelerate research translation and commercialisation

The School of Optometry of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), the InnoHK Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), and the Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office (KTEO) of PolyU, in collaboration with the School of Optometry and Vision Science of the University of Waterloo and The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), have officially launched the Global VisionTech Incubation Programme. The Programme aims to bring together leading vision science research teams, medical technology startups and entrepreneurial talent from around the world, positioning Hong Kong as a key hub for research translation, technology validation, venture incubation and market expansion. It seeks to accelerate the journey of cutting-edge vision technologies from the laboratory to clinical application, market adoption and international development.

PhD Student XU Hannan received Best Student Presenter Award

Mr XU Hannan, PhD student at the School, has been awarded the Best Student Presenter Award for his exceptional performance in the Research Student Form in Semester 2, AY2025/26. His presentation was titled "Validation of the eyecup method for ex vivo myopia studies". The School hosts the Research Student Form Series biannually to foster academic dialogue among students and offer them a platform to present their research findings.

Delegation from the School of Optometry Participates in the 25th Asia Pacific Optometric Congress

We are pleased to announce that a delegation of our colleagues and research students recently participated in the 25th Asia Pacific Optometric Congress (APOC), held in Jeju, Republic of Korea. The event provided an excellent platform for academic exchange and professional engagement with the international optometry community. The Congress was particularly significant for our School, as two faculty members received prestigious recognition in honour of their outstanding contributions to optometry and vision science. Prof. To Chi-ho, Visiting Chair Professor of Experimental Optometry, was invited to serve as the KB Woo Memorial Lecturer. In his lecture, entitled “Myopia Control and Optical Defocus – From Laboratory Research to Clinical Study,” Prof. To presented his pioneering work in translating fundamental vision science research into clinical application. Prof. Carly Lam, Adjunct Professor, was conferred the “Distinguished Person Members” Award by APCO. This distinguished honour recognizes her exceptional professional achievements and her longstanding international contributions to the advancement of optometry. In addition to these notable achievements, members of our delegation shared their latest research with the global optometry community through mini-lectures and poster presentations. Highlights included: Prof. Jeffrey Leung, Assistant Professor, delivered a presentation on developmental dyslexia, highlighting how optometric management may support individuals affected by the condition. Dr Ken Wan, Assistant Professor of Practice, presented his research on orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses, focusing on how a modified axial edge lift design may improve both comfort and lens centration. Mr Kenny Lau, Optometrist, showcased a poster on sports vision, examining how visuomotor reactions may distinguish athletic performance. We extend our warmest congratulations to Prof. To and Prof. Lam on these well-deserved honours. Their achievements reflect their dedication, leadership, and continued commitment to advancing optometry and vision science. We are equally proud of our colleagues and research students for their active participation and valuable contributions at APOC, which further demonstrate our commitment to excellence in research, education, and professional service.

School of Optometry PhD Student ZHANG Weiyi Recognized for Contributions to AI-Driven Ophthalmic Research

The PolyU Graduate School has announced the recipients of the "Best Research Postgraduate Student of the Year 2025" award, with our PhD student, Ms. ZHANG Weiyi, being named among the three awardees this year. Guided by Professor HE Mingguang, Chair Professor of Experimental Ophthalmology (SO) and Henry G. Leong Professor in Elderly Vision Health, Weiyi has maintained a rigorous and steady approach to her studies. Her research in "Multimodal Generative AI" seeks to support clinicians in analyzing complex ophthalmic data more effectively. Rather than focusing solely on technical complexity, Weiyi’s work prioritizes the practical application of AI within clinical settings to facilitate early screening and patient care. Reflecting on the achievement, Weiyi attributes the honor to the supportive environment provided by the School and the invaluable guidance of her mentor. The School of Optometry looks forward to seeing how her continued dedication will contribute to the field of vision science and public health.

Special Olympics Hong Kong – Healthy Athletes Programme 2026

On 14 March 2026, the School of Optometry at PolyU once again joined hands with The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists (HKSPO) and The Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists (APPO) to support the Special Olympics Hong Kong “Healthy Athletes” Programme. This year’s vision screening was held at The CCC Mongkok Church Kai Oi School. A dedicated team of 28 staff and students from the School of Optometry, together with 5 volunteer optometrists from HKSPO and APPO, provided vision tests, prescription checks, and ocular health assessments for 85 Special Olympics athletes. Glasses and sunglasses were prescribed and dispensed to athletes in need. Since 2001, the School of Optometry at PolyU has been committed to supporting the Healthy Athletes Programme annually, collaborating with healthcare professionals to improve the health and sporting experience of Special Olympics athletes. Through these screenings, valuable data on athletes’ eye health and needs are collected, analyzed, and published, contributing to ongoing improvements in their well-being. Healthy Athletes Programme 2026 [Photo Gallery]