As AI tools become increasingly powerful, AI literacy has become more important than ever. At a student seminar hosted by HK01 at Yu Chun Keung Memorial College, Dr. Jac LEUNG, Lecturer in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD), explored deepfakes, misinformation, and the risks of AI overreliance, while sharing practical strategies for critical thinking and responsible human-AI collaboration in learning.

A column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD), reflected on Leonardo da Vinci’s chaotic notebooks as an early model of a "Second Brain" and examined how modern generative AI reshapes this concept.

A column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD), explored the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence on traditional career trajectories, arguing that AI is dismantling the fundamental "first rung" of the professional ladder.

Prof. SU Hui, Chair Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Department of Ocean Science, and Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), the project leader of MUSICO program, and CityU's State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Health Director Prof. Kenneth LEUNG Mei-Yee planning to discuss extreme climate monitoring technologies and HK's role as a regional hub for green innovation at the Eco Asia Conference of Eco Expo Asia 2026 on October 26.

HK (International) Aerospace Charitable Foundation (HKIACF) recently held a microfilm creation competition. Over 20 award-winning students, along with the team of Prof. SU Hui, Chair Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Department of Ocean Science, and Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), who designed MUSICO, visited Hainan Wenchang Satellite Launch Center this May to witness the launch of the Tianzhou-10 cargo spacecraft.

In an interview with RTHK Radio 3's Backchat, CHEN Fei, Associate Head and Chair Professor in the Division of Environment and Sustainability, also Co-Chair of the Urban-PREDICT Project, discussed HK’s selection last year as one of three global demonstration cities under the World Meteorological Organization's Urban-PREDICT Project. He explained that HK was chosen due to its high population density, highly concentrated economic infrastructure, and exceptionally coordinated city governance.

At a forum on "Low Altitude Economy and Rural Cultural Tourism" on Oct 10, 2026, Prof. LI Mo, Professor in the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD) and Department of Computer Science and Engineering, also Director of Low Altitude Economy Research Center, said that the Low Altitude Economy Research Center has brought together 29 professors to drive interdisciplinary research and has collaborated with the Fire Services Department and the police to develop rescue tools. This year, HKUST has submitted a proposal to the government, requesting to designate the surrounding area as a comprehensive testing ground for the low altitude economy.

HKUST hosted the third Climate Adaptation and Resilience Conference (CARE2026) from 8 to 10 October, bringing together over 500 experts from around the world to address urban climate resilience and green finance. Prof. Tim CHENG Kwang-Ting, Vice-President for Research and Development of HKUST, stated that HK as one of Urban-PREDICT’s Global Demonstration Cities provides a valuable platform for sharing its experience in climate resilience and learning from international best practices to strengthen its own systems. CARE2026 embodies this mission by uniting experts from different disciplines, institutions, and regions to share science, data and practical experience to help communities anticipate hazards, reduce risks and recover more effectively. He expressed hope for collaboration across various sectors to turn prediction into action, transform research into impact, and build a more resilient and sustainable future for generations to come. Prof. CHEN Fei, Co-Chair of WWRP Urban-PREDICT of the WMO (Urban-PREDICT) and Associate Head of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) of HKUST, delivered a keynote speech, highlighting that research has confirmed that providing warnings several hours in advance and integrating localized data can significantly enhance the effectiveness of measures against extreme weather events.

HKUST-led MUSICO releasing observational images of HK before the National Day holiday. Speaking in a media interview, Prof. SU Hui, Chair Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Department of Ocean Science, and Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), MUSICO project leader, stated that data will be shared with the UN Environment Program and HK's Environmental Protection Department to support carbon emission reduction efforts.

HKUST is leading global collaboration in urban weather forecasting and climate resilience through the Urban-PREDICT International Coordination Office, established on campus in November 2025 under the WMO World Weather Research Program. Co-chaired by Prof. CHEN Fei, Associate Head and Professor in the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), Urban-PREDICT brings together scientists from all six inhabited continents to develop next-generation urban-scale hazard prediction and early warning systems. Urban-PREDICT selected HK, Montevideo (Uruguay), and Lusaka (Zambia) from an initial pool of 14 global candidates last year to serve as Global Demonstration Cities. HKUST recently convened experts from the Urban-PREDICT Steering Group to evaluate progress made during the project's first year and chart future directions for international collaboration and research. The discussions and insights emerging from Urban-PREDICT will continue at the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Conference 2026, taking place at HKUST from today to Saturday to explore how climate risks affect interconnected systems and how risk intelligence can support more effective preparedness, decision-making, investment, and adaptation strategies. Prof. Chen stated that Hong Kong, as one of the global demonstration cities, is not only a valuable testbed for innovation but also an important platform for international knowledge exchange.