HKUST Achieves Outstanding Results in the Third Round of the RAISe+ Scheme
Ranking First among Local Universities in Total Number of Funded Projects
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has once again achieved strong results under the Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One‑Plus (RAISe+) Scheme launched by the Innovation and Technology Commission. In the third round of funding, seven HKUST research projects have been recommended for funding, accounting for nearly one-third of all approved projects in this round. Together with the first two rounds, HKUST has now secured a total of 19 funded projects, the highest number among local universities, underscoring its leading role in translating research outcomes into real-world applications and in advancing industry-academia-research collaboration.
The seven projects recommended for funding support in the third round span key innovation and technology areas, including health and medical sciences, artificial intelligence (AI) computing, new materials and new energy, as well as space technology. Beyond demonstrating strong technological innovation, the projects feature clearly defined pathways for commercialization and are designed to address concrete clinical and industry needs. This highlights both the strong application value of HKUST’s research outputs and their significant potential for market adoption.
Prof. Tim CHENG Kwang-Ting, Vice‑President for Research and Development of HKUST congratulated the research teams on their success, stating, “HKUST has long provided comprehensive support to its researchers through a wide range of support mechanisms, robust resource provisioning, and interdisciplinary research platforms. These efforts have enabled steady progress in knowledge and technology transfer, entrepreneurship, and industry engagement. In the third round of the RAISe+ Scheme, another seven HKUST projects have been recommended for funding, bringing the total number of supported projects to 19. This not only affirms HKUST’s strong capabilities in innovation and in translating research outcomes into real-world impact, but also reflects our significant contribution to building a vibrant innovation and technology ecosystem in Hong Kong. Looking ahead, the University will continue to work closely with the government and industry partners to support research teams in transforming their innovations into practical applications, delivering tangible value and contributing to Hong Kong’s development as an international innovation and technology center.”
In no particular order, the seven funded projects are:
Project Title | Project Leader |
A Full-stack Large AI Modeldriven Computational Pathology Platform for Precision Oncology | Prof. CHEN Hao Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, and Division of Life Science |
Project Feilian: Next-gen Cost Effective Hyperspectral Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation Empowering a Global Climate Resilient Economy | Prof. SU Hui Chair Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Department of Ocean Science |
H-WBG Power Devices for Tomorrow's Gigawatt HyperDense AI Data Centers | Dr. NG Yat-Hon PhD graduate in Electronic and Computer Engineering (2025) |
Development and Commercialization of Ecofriendly Energy-saving Elastocaloric Refrigeration Technology | Prof. SUN Qingping Chair Professor of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering |
Clinical-Grade Contactless Blood Pressure Monitoring on Smartphones: Accelerating Triage and Early Detection | Dr. Kyle WONG Kwan-Long PhD graduate in Bioengineering (2023) |
Next-Gen Perovskite-Based Visual Sensors: Empowering AI Perception in Industry, Healthcare and Autonomous Driving | Dr. DING Yucheng PhD graduate in Individualized Interdisciplinary Program (Microelectronics) (2025) |
RNA Epitranscriptomics and AI: Empowering First-Strike Screening to Prevent Cancer Before Its Onset | Prof. ZHANG Lisheng Assistant Professor of the Division of Life Science and Department of Chemistry |
About The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) (https://hkust.edu.hk/) is a world-class university known for its innovative education, research excellence, and impactful knowledge transfer. With a holistic and interdisciplinary pedagogy approach, HKUST was ranked 6th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, 3rd in the Times Higher Education’s Young University Rankings 2024, and 19th globally and 1st in Hong Kong in the Times Higher Education’s Impact Rankings 2025. Eleven HKUST subjects were ranked among the world’s top 50 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. In addition, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026, HKUST’s Computer Science discipline which encompasses areas such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, has been ranked No. 1 in Hong Kong for ten consecutive years. Our graduates are highly competitive, consistently ranking among the world’s top 30 most sought-after employees. In terms of research and entrepreneurship, over 80% of our work was rated “internationally excellent” or “world leading” in the Research Assessment Exercise 2020 of the Hong Kong’s University Grants Committee. As of January 2026, HKUST members have founded over 1,900 active start-ups, including 10 Unicorns and 21 exits (IPO or M&A).
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