News & Stories

2019

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Ocean Science, Environment, Undergraduate, Marine Life
HKUST Launches HK’s First Ocean Science and Technology Degree Program
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) will launch Hong Kong’s first undergraduate program in ocean science and technology this September, to nurture a young generation of new professionals with first-hand experience on the investigation, conservation and management of marine
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Advanced Materials and Technology, Electronic and Computer Engineering, Research and Technology
Bigger Pi for All in New Barcodes
By Mow Wai-ho, Associate Professor of Electronic and Computer Engineering, HKUST Compared with the mainland, Hong Kong seems to be lagging behind in adopting QR codes for financial transactions.
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Research and Technology, Physics, Quantum Computing
HKUST Physicist Contributes to New Record of Quantum Memory Efficiency Bringing Quantum Computers Closer to Reality
A joint research team of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and The South China Normal University (SCNU) has set a new record of photonic quantum memory efficiency, pushing quantum computation a step closer to reality.
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Student Development, Student Development and Bonding, Sports, Computer Science and Engineering
Keeping Eyes On the Target
Edith Lee has experienced serious heartbreaks when she narrowly missed out on qualifying for world-class archery competitions not only once, but twice.
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Recognition, Ranking, Business, EMBA
Kellogg-HKUST EMBA Ranks Top Spot in QS Global Rankings
The Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA (EMBA) Program is ranked the top in the world in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Global EMBA Rankings 2019.For the third time, QS profiles the world’s top EMBA programs, including a separate chart for the best joint EMBA programs offered as partnerships across
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Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Community
Here's a Drink to Acid Test for Pseudoscience
By Jason Chan, Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, HKUST Science is hailed by modern society as an academic discipline of strict moral grounding and high integrity.
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Donation, Campus Development, Institutional Advancement, Campus Life
HKUST Receives HK$150 million Donation from Shaw Foundation And Celebrates Groundbreaking of Shaw Auditorium
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) celebrated today the groundbreaking of its multi-purpose auditorium – a new landmark of the University not only allows hosting of large events, but also adds much needed space for teaching and cultural activities that will enrich the life
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STEM Education, Electronic and Computer Engineering
Real Learning Stems not Just from Funding
By Prof. Mansun Chan, Chair Professor of Electronic and Computer Engineering, HKUST