Press Releases and Stories

Acknowledgment of the dedication of faculty and staff who have worked at HKUST for two decades.

Research has definitely been the brightest gem in HKUST, a focused elite research university.  True to its founding ethos, HKUST’s thoughtful emphasis on both basic and applied research has pioneered today’s globally recognized research culture among its sister institutions and rendered a po

Prof Kei-May Lau and her team have developed an advanced LED technology which can significantly improve micro-display in mobile electronics, intelligent traffic systems, portable micro-projectors, etc. (From the “HKUST Science-for-Lunch” talk series)

Prof Guanghao Chen invented an innovative green wastewater treatment technology known as SANI Process (殺泥技術). The technology successfully minimizes the adverse environmental impact of sewage treatment plant with reduced cost and space requirement.

Prof Weijia Wen introduced some innovative applications of nanotechnology, including the "ER fluid" for clutches, electronic valve and damper, a "smart gel" for windows to help save energy, and a "smart drug" which can target tumor. (From the "HKUST Science-for-Lunch" talk series)

Prof King-Lun Yeung has developed a "smart" anti-microbial coating for prevention of spread of infectious diseases. This coating is more long-lasting and environmentally friendly. (From the “HKUST Science-for-Lunch” talk series)

Using cloud technology, Prof Pascale Fung has developed a Chinese-based voice interactive system for use on smart phones and GPS in cars. (From the "HKUST Science-for-Lunch" talk series)

Meet the HKUST engineering alumni brothers who have turned their interest in IT and entrepreneurship into one of Asia’s top Facebook app development companies.