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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and École Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Saint-Étienne (ENSMSE), France, have signed a Memorandum for Cooperation and an Academic, Scientific and Cultural Cooperation Agreement to foster collaboration. Under the memorandum, HKUST and ENSMSE agree to seek to develop joint activities and programs for the purpose of facilitating academic, scientific and technological exchange and cooperation in the broad fields of science and engineering. The Academic, Scientific and Cultural Cooperation Agreement, which was signed concurrently, aims to develop joint programs of study in the areas of teaching and student training between the two universities. The cooperation may include joint research projects, joint courses and curricula, seminars, student exchanges, joint PhD program, visits.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the Nanhai District Government of Foshan City jointly opened the HKUST LED-FPD Technology R&D Center at Foshan today. The Center, which covers industry, education and research, focuses on innovative research regarding light-emitting diode (LED) and flat panel display (FPD) as well as intellectual property and technology transfer. Its objective is to enhance research and characterization standards and provide consultancy services to benefit Mainland industries. The two parties also signed a Memorandum of Understanding on collaborations, technology transfer and talent development in Foshan and Hong Kong.

Three notable scientific research projects at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) have won the Awards for Research Excellence in Natural Sciences presented by the Ministry of Education. Prof Joseph Hun-wei Lee, Vice-President for Research and Graduate Studies offered his hearty congratulations to five HKUST awardees. He reaffirmed the University’s commitment to achieving breakthroughs in a wide array of pursuits, in fulfillment of its mission to advance learning and knowledge through teaching and research, as well as spurring Hong Kong’s socioeconomic development. The Awards received by HKUST scholars not only demonstrate the University’s strength in research, but also encourage local researchers and Mainland scientists to join hands in solving central issues and drive greater participation of our young generation in scientific research.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) held the Kick-off Ceremony for HKUST Green Ambassador Program Exhibition today, the effort of South African- and Taiwan-bound student Green Ambassadors in engaging texts and images to promote heightened ecological awareness. A long-time advocate for environmental protection, HKUST has put sustainability in practice in a wide range of areas and made e-month an annual event. This year, the e-month falls on March and is themed on ecology protection, encompassing a variety of activities such as workshops, local eco-tours, green trades etc. The activities shine a light from different angles on the significance of sustainable development, in hopes of driving greater participation in green life. The HKUST Green Ambassador Program is one of e-month’s highlights.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) held its third Long Service Award Presentation Ceremony honoring faculty and staff members who have served the University for 20 years. HKUST established the Long Service Award to express appreciation and recognition to long-serving faculty and staff members whose hard work and dedication have contributed to the University’s rapid rise in the past two decades. This year, HKUST is presenting the Award to 237 members who joined the University in 1992. HKUST President Prof Tony F Chan, Provost Prof Wei Shyy, Vice-President for Administration and Business Prof Yuk-shan Wong and Vice-President for Research and Graduate Studies Prof Joseph Hun-wei Lee joined the deans, heads of departments and units in the presentation ceremony. The awardees’ families and friends were also invited by the University. About 400 persons shared the joy at the celebration.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is pleased with Times Higher Education's 2012 World Reputation Rankings, placing it between 61 and 70 in the world, up significantly from 91 and 100 last year. HKUST's rise in ranking underlines the University's dedicated pursuit of excellence in teaching and research. It is a welcome recognition of the University's successful efforts at internationalization, widening students' horizons and recruiting global talents to elevate its quality of teaching and research. The University does not pursue rankings per se, but they are helpful in reviewing our progress and an encouragement to further improvements. More importantly, we hope that our continued pursuit of excellence in education and research will translate into social and economic development for our community. THE: Top Universities by Reputation 2012

https://bm.hkust.edu.hk/press-releases/2012/03/hkust-emba-student-named-young-global-leader-world-economic-forum

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and the Beijing Luzhu Biopharmaceutical Co. are developing a new vaccine to prevent hepatitis E which affects one-third of the world’s population. This breakthrough research, conducted by a team led by Professor Yong Xie from HKUST’s Division of Life Science, uses a unique insect cell system and method for the production of immunogenic protein, which will have the benefit of simplifying the production process and reducing production costs. Hepatitis E is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV). The disease is spread mainly through fecal contamination of water supplies or food, especially uncooked vegetables, pork internal organs, or shellfish. HEV-contaminated hands or utensils may transmit the virus, and flies and cockroaches can carry the virus to contaminate food.