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A joint study revealing a new mechanism on DNA Replication Initiation, led by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and other institutions, has been selected as one of the Top 10 Scientific Advances in China for 2023, making it the only research project from Hong Kong to be included in the list.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have entered into the first undergraduate student exchange agreement with South China University of Technology (SCUT) on February 28, aiming to enhance students' understanding of the Greater Bay Area. HKUST Council Chairman Harry SHUM and President Nancy IP warmly welcomed SCUT Party Secretary Prof. ZHANG Xichun and his delegation for insightful discussions. As leading technology universities, HKUST and SCUT play crucial roles in supporting the development of higher education in the Greater Bay Area and the country. Both institutions are committed to learning from each other and exploring innovative educational approaches, with the shared goal of establishing the Greater Bay Area as a global hub for innovation.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted Consul General Yul EDISON of the Republic of Indonesia for his inaugural visit to campus on February 28. Marking a new chapter in collaboration, CG Edison engaged in fruitful discussions with HKUST leadership, including Vice President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang, Associate Vice-President (Global Engagement & Communications) Ms. Daisy CHAN, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions Prof. Emily NASON, and Head of Global Engagement and Greater China Affairs Ms. Yvonne LI. The conversation centered around strategies to enhance student mobility and the available resources for Indonesian students studying in HKUST, as well as for local students participating in cultural programs.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) warmly embraces the array of measures introduced by Financial Secretary Mr. Paul Chan in today's Budget (February 28) to enhance Hong Kong's competitiveness. These measures encompass strengthening the development of Innovation and Technology (I&T), artificial intelligence (AI), life and health technology, and other emerging sectors. Furthermore, these initiatives aim to reinforce Hong Kong's global connections, empowering the city to seize opportunities and strive for high-quality development. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed a delegation from the University of Waterloo on February 22, led by President Vivek GOEL, to strengthen collaboration between the two long-standing partners. HKUST and University of Waterloo shared a common vision of leveraging interdisciplinary research and technological advancements to drive positive change globally. During insightful discussions, the universities explored new pathways to merge academic strengths and spark innovation. To further enhance the flourishing partnership, HKUST Vice-President for Institutional Advancement Prof. WANG Yang and University of Waterloo President Prof. Goel signed a renewed agreement on academic and research exchange.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) welcomed H.E. Khalil HASHMI, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to China, on February 22 to explore new initiatives to attract Pakistani students to HKUST.   HKUST Acting Head of Public Policy Prof. Naubahar SHARIF and Director of Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions Prof. Emily NASON engaged in fruitful discussions with the delegation. Conversations centered on initiatives to attract Pakistani students, reinforcing our dedication to fostering global diversity.   The delegation later met with current Pakistani students to learn about their campus life at HKUST. They also toured HKUST’s iconic Shaw Auditorium, an art and cultural landmark furthering students’ whole-person development.  

An HKUST-led international research collaboration has achieved a significant milestone in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) diagnosis and management. The team, spearheaded by Prof. Nancy IP, President and the Morningside Professor of Life Science at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), and Director of the Hong Kong Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (HKCeND), has developed a cutting-edge blood test for the early detection of AD and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), surpassing remarkable accuracy rates of over 96% and 87% respectively. Notably, this blood test is applicable across ethnic populations, providing a global solution to the diagnosis and management of AD. At a glance:

Researchers at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have developed a new integration technique for efficient integration of III-V compound semiconductor devices and silicon, paving the way for photonic integration at low cost, large volume, and high speed and throughput that could revolutionize data communications. Unlike conventional integrated circuits, or microchips, that use electrons, photonic integrated circuits use photons, or particles of light. Photonic integration combines light and electronics to speed up data transfer. Silicon photonics (Si-photonics), in particular, is at the forefront of this revolution as it enables the creation of high-speed, low-cost connections that can handle massive amounts of data at once.