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Nestled amidst the majestic mountains and verdant tea plantations of Haputale, a town perched high in Sri Lanka’s highlands, the invigorating scent of foliage enveloped a group of undergraduate students from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), rejuvenating their spirits.Captivated by the breathtaking landscapes, the students trekked up the hills, laden with backpacks and equipment, until they reached a local community. This marked the beginning of their transformative journey: introducing telemedicine to the remote communities in Sri Lanka's mountainous regions.

A research team, led by Prof. XU Qin from the Department of Physics (PHYS) and Prof. HU Wenqi from the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), has developed soft composite systems with highly programmable, asymmetric mechanical responses. By integrating “shear-jamming transitions” into compliant polymeric solids, this innovative work enhances key material functionalities essential for engineering mechano-intelligent systems— a major step toward the development of next-generation smart materials and devices.  

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has officially established a strategic partnership by signing cooperation agreements with Huashan Hospital affiliated to Fudan University (Huashan) and Ruijin Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine (Ruijin). The collaboration will focus on research, talent development, medical education, and international exchange, aiming to jointly nurturing clinical scientists and medical professionals with international perspectives and cutting-edge innovative capabilities. This partnership seeks to accelerate the translation and application of high-level clinical research outcomes and promote high-quality development of healthcare across both cities.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is pleased to partner with SEMI to co-host the inaugural Semiconductor Innovation and Intelligent Application Summit (SIIAS) on December 2, 2025. Supported by the HKSAR Government, this landmark event will be held in Hong Kong for the first time, bringing together global industry leaders, pioneering researchers, and key policymakers to shape the future of semiconductor innovation and drive the industry's strategic development. The SIIAS will further establish Hong Kong as a global innovation hub for microelectronics and advanced manufacturing.

Physics unlocks many of the universe’s enigmas, thanks to the relentless dedication of many great minds. Among them is Prof. DAI Xi, the Dr William M W Mong Professor of Nanoscience and Chair Professor of Physics at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). His theoretical work in condensed matter physics and topological materials research has added fresh perspectives to modern physics, earning him the prestigious 2025 Future Science Prize—widely regarded as China’s equivalent to the Nobel Prize.

Prof. GUO Yike, Provost and Chair Professor of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), has been elected as an International Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the Information and Electronics Engineering Division. The CAE is the nation's highest academic institution in engineering sciences and technology, and membership is considered as the highest lifelong academic honor in the field.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today held the Eighth Inauguration Ceremony of Named Professorships to honor seven outstanding faculty members and acknowledge the generous support of their donors and supporters in promoting HKUST's dedicated pursuit of academic and research excellence. Officiating at the ceremony was HKUST Pro-Chancellor Dr. John CHAN Cho-Chak.

With the support of the HKSAR Government, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has commenced preparations to establish a new medical school. Dedicated to training a new generation of tech-savvy doctors, the School will bolster the future readiness of the local healthcare system and advance Hong Kong's development as an international hub for medical training, research, and innovation.