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  • Innovation & Technology
無密碼驗證的未來
20/10/2023
In articles by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he discussed the potential of passkeys as a future solution for a password-free internet, enhancing security and convenience.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
安永:ESG方案對企業可持續發展至關重要
18/10/2023
Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), attended Ernst & Young's ESG-themed briefing session for independent non-executive directors, during which she pointed out that compliance with ESG is crucial for companies, and boards must examine strategies to promote sustainability, which is important for both local and cross-border businesses. The ultimate goal is to make environmental protection a core governance principle for better management during global instability.
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  • Innovation & Technology
大學第一課 應對AI挑戰
13/10/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he discussed the challenges of incorporating AI into university education, and its impact on future warfare.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Organic nitrogen aerosol is an important contributor to global atmospheric nitrogen deposition, finds study
13/10/2023
A research team co-led by Prof. Jianzhen YU, Associate Head of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), developed a comprehensive global model of atmospheric gaseous and particulate organic nitrogen (ON), emphasizing the previously underestimated significance of atmospheric ON aerosol depositions on ecosystems.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
企業拓ESG求才若渴 培育專才增競爭力
12/10/2023
In a column article on the increasing efforts of companies to attract ESG talents and enhance their competitiveness, Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), said the demand for ESG information disclosure from the government and investors has created an urgent need for sustainable development talent within businesses. Prof. LOH highlighted that in response to these demands, HKUST is offering a BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance, aiming to cultivate professionals in Hong Kong who can contribute to this field.
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  • Innovation & Technology
「EDGE全球AI&Web3投資峰會」圓滿落幕
10/10/2023
Prof. Huamin QU, Dean of Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS), attended the EDGE Global AI & Web3 Investment Summit on Sept 26 and 27 to discuss the application of data science in the Metaverse and how large language models like ChatGPT can serve as collaborative partners to data scientists.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Global Maritime Forum honours essay winners from Japan, Mauritania, and Montenegro
09/10/2023
In an article on the Global Maritime Forum announcing the three winners of its 2023 Future Maritime Leaders essay competition yesterday, Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), was quoted as saying that the future of the maritime industry should encompass environmental and social sustainability as well as leverage technology to achieve the objectives of decarbonization and inclusivity.
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  • Innovation & Technology
反烏托邦的未來世界
06/10/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he commented on the anti-utopian world in the future. He indicated that as time goes by, humanity has not become more civilized in recent years; on the contrary, it is moving towards more control and less freedom. Irresponsible quantitative easing policies, excessive borrowing by large corporations, and the widening wealth gap, among other factors, have made society more unfair and unstable.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
‘People are scared of Japanese seafood’: Hong Kong restaurants bear brunt of imports ban following Fukushima waste water row
03/10/2023
In an article on how Hong Kong's import restrictions on seafood following Fukushima waste water discharge affect eateries in the city, Prof. Julien DE TROULLIOUD DE LANVERSIN, Assistant Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying that there was a lot of ignorance and misunderstanding surrounding radioactivity and nuclear technology and banning Japanese food imports was unnecessary.
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  • Innovation & Technology
AI元年第一課
29/09/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he shared his experience of teaching his first class using generative AI tools at HKUST
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  • Innovation & Technology
  • Social Changes and Health
Coronavirus: air pollution improved during China’s lockdowns – and it may have reduced hospital visits
09/10/2020
In an article on Mainland China’s improved air quality during its earlier lockdown, Assistant Professor HE Guojun from the Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR) said while lockdowns could bring short-term positive health impacts, the long-term health costs arising from limited health care access for chronic patients during the lockdown is also significant. His earlier research published in Nature Sustainability which estimated that about 24,000 to 36,000 premature deaths caused by air pollution may have been delayed due to the lockdowns was also cited.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
HK Must Keep Up With Mainland Pledge On Carbon Neutrality Target
12/10/2020
Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR) wrote an article on how Hong Kong could rethink its energy future in light of Mainland’s pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. She also explained why Hong Kong should keep up with Mainland's efforts in decarbonization,
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  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Innovation & Technology
Research and Regional Cooperation Needed for Rising Ozone Levels
22/10/2020
Speaking at the online forum "The 6th International Symposium on Regional Air Quality Management in Rapidly Developing Economic Regions and the 2nd Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Air Forum (6RAQM)" organized by the Institute for the Environment of HKUST yesterday, Secretary for the Environment, The Honourable WONG Kam-Sing, GBS, JP, said more research and regional cooperation were needed to address the challenges of rising ozone levels.
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  • Innovation & Technology
Riding the livestreaming digital wave
29/10/2020
In an article on how young Hong Kong entrepreneurs grasped the opportunities offered by GBA in digital economy, a report written by Division of Public Policy (PPOL) Prof. Naubahar SHARIF on HK's innovation technology and future prospects was cited. He said HK should pay greater attention to strategic areas such as e-commerce, in order to facilitate collaboration with enterprises and institutions in the Bay Area.
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  • Innovation & Technology
How to promote smart city development between HK and Trikala
05/11/2020
Prof. Masaru YARIME, Associate Professor from Division of Public Policy (PPOL) was among the speakers in a live tele-discussion co-organized by PPOL on how to promote smart city development between Hong Kong and Trikala in Greek.
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  • Innovation & Technology
  • Social Changes and Health
Anti-microbial coating Germagic used on 400 minibuses of AMS
09/11/2020
The new smart anti-microbial coating Germagic developed by a research team led by Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) Prof. YEUNG King-Lun and Adjunct Prof. Joseph KWAN, is said to have been used to the 400 minibuses of AMS (Green minibus operator).
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  • Social Changes and Health
Aging need not be a threat to China's future
14/11/2020
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN from Division of Public Policy said in an article that China has the potential to make the most of the opportunities posed by its ageing population, adding that the government can offset many challenges with good policies.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Experts hail East Asian carbon-neutrality pledges
18/11/2020
Division of Public Policy (PPOL) Prof. Masaru YARIME’s comments were cited in an article on East Asia’s commitment and confidence in the battle against climate change, saying there are many opportunities available for mutually beneficial cooperation among countries, for example, decarbonization in smart cities will be important for China, Japan and South Korea to reach their goals.
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  • Public Policy
Hong Kong Must Tackle Its Worsening Wealth Gap
19/11/2020
On Hong Kong’s wealth disparity, Division of Public Policy Senior Lecturer Prof. Donald LOW was quoted as saying Hong Kong is stuck in an “inequality trap” and it is in a position to craft a new fiscal and social compact.
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  • Social Changes and Health
The Coronavirus Is Airborne Indoors. Why Are We Still Scrubbing Surfaces?
20/11/2020
In an article on the risks of indoor aerosol transmission of COVID-19, Prof. YEUNG King-Lun from Division of Environment and Sustainability explained whether coronavirus droplets could spread through air vents. He also said that the air one breathes in the office is from the external environment, so people should still wear a mask even in the office.