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2025

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HKUST Scientists Identify Alzheimer’s Disease-Protective Genetic Factors and Unravel Disease Mechanisms
An international research team led by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has identified key genetic factors that confer protective effects against Alzheimer’s disease (AD) through a comprehensive genetic analysis of East Asian populations, including Chinese and Japanese, a

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HKUST Researchers Introduce World’s First High-Resolution Global Groundwater Sulfate Distribution Map Uncovering Public Health Risks
A recent study by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has revealed a startling public health threat: About 17 million people are at risk of gastrointestinal problems due to excessive sulfate levels in groundwater.

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HKUST Hosts Universiti Brunei Darussalam Delegation to Strengthen Collaborative Ties
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) warmly welcomed a delegation from Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD), led by Vice Chancellor and President Dr. Hazri KIFLE, to the campus on January 23.

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HKUST Signs Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Guangzhou Municipal Government
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the Guangzhou Municipal People’s Government, following their partnership to establish HKUST(Guangzhou), have signed a comprehensive strategic agreement today.