Press Releases and Stories

2024

News
International, Internationalization and Partnership, Global and Community Engagement
Knowledge Without Borders: Academic Leaders Chart a Path to Global Connectivity
As the world grapples with challenges such as climate change, pandemics, geopolitical tensions, and dilemmas of the AI revolution, universities stand as fortified citadels of knowledge and innovation.
News
Molecular Biology, Forum and Conference, Global and Community Engagement, Research and Technology
A Confluence of Minds and Molecules
Ever wondered what molecules are and why they matter? Picture this: while you reflect on this question, molecules are dancing in your brain, subtly shaping your thoughts and emotions. These tiny building blocks of life hold the key to solving some of humanity’s greatest challenges.

2021

News
Sustainability Smart Campus, Sustainability, Global and Community Engagement, Innovation
Universities Can Be 'Living Labs' For Sustainability
President Prof. Wei SHYY discusses the role of universities in creating a sustainable future.

2020

News
Research and Technology, Global and Community Engagement
From Virus-slaying Air Purifiers to Delivery Robots, How HKUST Inventions are Fighting Covid-19
President Prof. Wei SHYY contributed an article to the World Economic Forum talking about the collaborative efforts made by HKUST and its fellow allies to fight Covid-19.

2019

Press Releases
Donation, Global and Community Engagement, Education, Global Challenges, Global Health Technology
HKUST Receives HK$40 Million from Seal of Love Charitable Foundation
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) received a HK$40 million donation from Seal of Love Charitable Foundation (Foundation).  The gift is set to empower HKUST students in solving real-world problems with innovative thinking and technology know-how, and to deliver social