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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Belt and Road Forum, organized by Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs and co-hosted by the Division of Public Policy, themed "Navigating New Frontiers: The Future of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)," concluded successfully on October 7. Nearly 100 students, faculty, staff, and alumni gathered on campus to explore how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been fostering international cooperation and enhancing connectivity and prosperity.

To meet the surging demand for high-power AI research sustainably, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has launched the city’s largest Liquid Immersion Cooling system in its new research computing facility. This new technology reduces energy consumption for cooling by over 80% and creates an optimal operating environment that can enhance computing performance at lower temperature. High Performance Computing (HPC) is vital for scientific research that involves analyzing vast amounts of data or complex algorithms. However, they consume significant electricity, and excessive heat can hinder their performance.  

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Sino Group have long been partners in nurturing the next generation of creative talents, organising the 'HKUST-SINO One Million Dollar Entrepreneurship Competition’ as a platform for aspiring young entrepreneurs to develop innovative solutions. This year, a record-breaking 340 teams from Hong Kong and around the world participated in the competition, with a new ‘International Student Track’ introduced for overseas university students. This initiative fosters collaboration between local and overseas universities, stimulating creative exchanges among global talents.

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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) Vice President for Institutional Advancement, Prof. WANG Yang chaired the 55th Board of Directors Meeting and 30th Annual General Meeting of the Association of East Asian Research Universities (AEARU) at the University of Macau on September 27, 2024. This significant event convened distinguished delegates from 15 leading East Asian institutions, enhancing regional collaboration. During the "Research Collaboration in East Asian Universities" workshop, senior leaders from Fudan University, Tohoku University, University of Macau, and Yonsei University showcased their institutions' research excellence and global perspectives. The discussions were particularly meaningful as they marked a vibrant resurgence of collaborative activities following a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) warmly welcomed VinUniversity Vice Provost Prof. Laurent EL GHAOUI for a productive visit to the HKUST campus on September 24. 

HKUST Dean of Engineering Prof. Hong K. LO and his team have developed an award-winning smart traffic control plan to mitigate the notorious congestion in Kwun Tong District, Hong Kong. And they have a broader vision to share in this story.

A total of 16 scientists from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) received a record high of funding in 2024, totalling RMB 26.2 million, from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC).  The funding was granted through three NSFC schemes in support of the University’s research projects on emerging technologies to enhance human wellbeing and facilitate economic and social development – from artificial intelligence, microelectronics, biology and materials science to big data, mathematics and finance. In the three schemes, four professors garnered funding between RMB 2.8 million to 4 million for each of their projects from the “National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars”. In addition, the “Excellent Young Scientists Fund” awarded RMB 2 million to six professors each, while another six professors received a grant of RMB 300,000 each from the “Young Scientists Fund”.