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  • Innovation & Technology
AI雖不會做夢亦可創無限可能
16/02/2024
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he elaborated on the use of AI to unleash infinite possibilities.
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  • Public Policy
Donald Low:Hong Kong needs to rethink its super-connector strategy (part 2)
15/02/2024
The second part of an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), is about why HK needs to rethink its super-connector strategy. He suggested that HK government should seize the opportunity presented by the current economic malaise to engage in a far-reaching exercise on how the HK economy should be adapted or even reinvented for the future.
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  • Public Policy
  • Social Changes and Health
China’s Chronic Zero COVID Trauma
15/02/2024
In a commentary on China’s chronic zero COVID trauma by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he commented that the adverse impacts on business and consumer sentiment, which were underestimated by analysts, have become apparent over a year after China abandoned its zero-COVID policy. The initial optimism following China's reopening in early 2023 has been replaced by deflation and a prevailing sense of pessimism, leading to a crisis of confidence in China's economic prospects.
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  • Innovation & Technology
重新思考學習方式
09/02/2024
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he gave his advice to students on how to make learning more engaging and productive.
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  • Public Policy
The Backlash to ‘Messi's Mess' in Hong Kong—and How It Could Backfire on the City
09/02/2024
In an article on the backlash of Lionel Messi's absence at an exhibition match in HK, Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that the strong knee-jerk reaction of the HK government may be somewhat satisfying in the short term, but it is very myopic and is likely to do more long-term harm to HK's attractiveness.
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  • Public Policy
A long-complacent Hong Kong must ditch outdated formulas to move forward
09/02/2024
In an article by former Convenor of ExCo Non-official Members Bernard CHAN discussing the importance of HK’s progression with new formulas, it highlights the launch of the Policy Dialogue Series in 2018, which was initiated by the Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and EdUHK, that aims to address HK’s complex issues and public policy challenges.
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  • Public Policy
Donald Low:Hong Kong needs to rethink its super-connector strategy (part 1)
08/02/2024
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he commented on why HK needs to rethink its basic strategy of being the super-connector of China to maintain the city’s relevance in a global economy.
  • Innovation & Technology
HKUST Prof. Kei May LAU Elected to the US National Academy of Engineering
07/02/2024
Prof. Kei May LAU, Research Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas (EMIA), has been elected as a member of the US National Academy of Engineering (NAE), one of the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer. NAE acknowledges her election to the organization for her significant contributions to photonics and electronics based on III-V semiconductors on silicon. Among a total of 114 new members and 21 international members, Prof. LAU is the sole HK scholar newly elected to the NAE this year. P Prof. Nancy IP extended warm congratulations to Prof. LAU on her election to the NAE, adding that this recognition is a testament to her outstanding contributions and exceptional dedication to research and innovation.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
健康空氣行動舉辦「室內空氣質素論壇」 倡議改善室內環境促進港人身心健康
05/02/2024
In the "indoor air quality forum" organized by the Clean Air Network (CAN), Prof. Zhi NING, Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) of Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) and Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), introduced "Clean Air Schools for HK" project, which was carried out in collaboration with CAN. The project collected data on air quality in HK schools from August 2022 to July 2023. Prof. NING stated that these data enabled more efficient analysis to support research on indoor environments and laid a solid foundation for future education and public awareness efforts. Prof. Alexis LAU, Head and Chair Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), also attended the forum.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Build it right for locals, and visitors will come
05/02/2024
In an article by Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), she commented on how HK can attract more visitors by promoting the city’s phenomenal natural environment, culture, and heritage.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
How We Can Achieve Carbon Neutrality
03/08/2021
In an article on how carbon neutrality may be “greenwashing” in disguise, Division of Environment and Sustainability Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Calvin Lee KWAN said carbon neutrality could be achieved through reducing energy consumption and using renewable energy, using new technology to reduce emission, investing in activities that could absorb carbon emission (such as planting) and emission trading.
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  • Public Policy
More Than Money Needed To Help Families Grow
09/08/2021
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN wrote an article on the incentives of China’s three-child policy.
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  • World Relations
Finding Common Ground in Sino-US relationship
12/08/2021
Prof. Ye QI from Division of Public Policy wrote an article by on Sino-US relationship.
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  • Social Changes and Health
China mandates indoor and outdoor masks in updated Covid-19 rules
17/08/2021
Division of Environment and Sustainability Adjunct Prof. Joseph KWAN said in an article on mainland authorities tightening mask-covering regulations amid a new wave of COVID-19 cases outbreak that the selection of what masks to wear should be “based on the level of risk and done by qualified professionals such as occupational hygienists”. He said people should keep their masks on even if they had been vaccinated to minimise transmission risks.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Business & Economy
Hong Kong investors give China carbon market a vote of confidence
17/08/2021
Chief Development Strategist from Division of Environment and Sustainability Prof. Christine LOH and her business partner had participated in the first cross-border transaction involving CCERs (China Certified Emission Reductions), a voluntary form of carbon emission credit that has yet to catch on with overseas investors.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Plastic Tableware — End In Sight
23/08/2021
Adjunct Assistant Professor Davis BOOKHART from Division of Environment and Sustainability talked about Hong Kong government’s proposal on banning disposable cutlery by 2025 in an article, saying the timeline was too long and a number of local restaurants have already stopped using disposable plastic products, and there are "quite a few" non-plastic alternatives available.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Why Hong Kong needs all hands on deck to meet the climate change challenge
23/08/2021
Division of Environment and Sustainability Chief Development Strategist Prof. Christine LOH wrote an article on Hong Kong’s climate change challenge.
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  • Public Policy
  • Social Changes and Health
Hong Kong can break free from its zero-Covid corner. Here’s how.
23/08/2021
Prof. Donald LOW from Division of Public Policy wrote an article on what measures the Hong Kong government should adopt to transit from a “zero-COVID infection” stance to one that looks for coexistence with COVID-19.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
HK has much to offer nation in long-term planning process
07/09/2021
Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment and Sustainability Prof. Christine LOH wrote an article on how different sectors in HK could play a role in the nation’s 14th Five-Year Plan and carbon neutral plan.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
How Hong Kong Can Achieve Carbon Neutrality Goal
09/09/2021
Division of Environment and Sustainability Chief Development Strategist Prof. Christine LOH wrote an article on how Hong Kong can achieve its carbon neutrality goal.