The Research Grants Council (RGC) has allocated a total of HK$478 million to Hong Kong universities for research initiatives under the Areas of Excellence (AoE) and Theme-based Research Scheme (TRS), with City University, HKU, and Polytechnic University receiving the most funding.
A University of Hong Kong study found that targeted viral surveillance of transit passengers at Hong Kong and UAE aviation hubs could accelerate global detection of new variants by about three days, establishing an early warning system.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) are now in the top 20 of the QS World University Rankings, a first for the city. CUHK notably jumped from 32nd to 18th, driven by improved employer reputation and research performance, making Hong Kong's higher education system the most improved in Asia for the second year.
Dr. Lai Ka-Ying, Hong Kong's first astronaut, has successfully journeyed into space as a payload specialist. Her mission aboard the Tiangong space station, operating an observatory to track greenhouse gas emissions, highlights the potential of Hong Kong's youth and universities in China's national space program.
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong (HKU) say they have developed a world-first nasal spray that delivers neurotherapeutic powder directly to the brain as first aid for ischemic stroke patients, with clinical trials expected by 2030. The treatment is intended for initial use by paramedics, before being rolled out to high-risk groups in care facilities and eventually the general public through pharmacies. It was developed by the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine at HKU and the university’s...
The University of Hong Kong is launching a new Master of Governance and Policy programme, positioning the city as a hub for international dialogue and cross-disciplinary leadership training.
Alibaba's Fu Hongyu stated China is leading global AI governance efforts, acknowledging a 'common ignorance' about the technology's direction and balancing development with safety.
