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  • Innovation & Technology
山區無訊號也能救命 AI空中救援改寫求生黃金期
24/11/2025
UG Graduates of the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD) have developed a new aerial rescue system using drones to deliver images and critical supplies, such as first aid kits, before ambulance and fire services arrive. Prof. LI Mo, Professor of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD) stated that this technology features long-distance communication control and autonomous capability management, allowing adaptation to varied terrains and making it a versatile solution for rescue operations.
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  • Public Policy
Reinventing Kaohsiung: Taiwan's port city transcends its industrial past
22/11/2025
A column article by Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice in Public Policy, Senior Lecturer of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) on Taiwan's Kaohsiung transcending from a congested and polluted industrial city at the turn of the century into an attractive, smart, and green port city. (SCMP)
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  • Student Bonding & Development
RTHK Radio《奮發時刻》: 2025-2026 #DSE 11 八大課程巡禮(IV) 科大
18/11/2025
Dr. Jac LEUNG, Lecturer of the Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD), shares the unique features, career prospects, and admission requirements of the BSc in Innovation, Design and Technology program on RTHK Radio 5 “Study Hard”.
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  • Innovation & Technology
AI重新定義攝影真實性
18/11/2025
A column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) on how AI redefines the authenticity of photography. (HK Economic Journal)
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Opinion | Welcome to the Age of Disruption and Feelings
17/11/2025
An article by Prof. Christine LOH, the Chief Development Strategist and Adjunct Professor of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR), on the task of this generation to reconcile toughness with tenderness, to build societies that value empathy as much as efficiency. (SCMP)
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  • Public Policy
《自然》:孩子越來越少:這真的是世界末日嗎?
14/11/2025
In an article on the declining birth rates around the world, Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, the Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and Division of Social Science (SOSC) was quoted as saying that higher investment in health and education and workers' productivity can make a slight population decline resulting in higher per capita GDP. (ifeng.com)
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Nation’s clean-air success exemplifies responsible transition
14/11/2025
In a column article by Prof. Kai Hon Alexis LAU, Head of Division of Environment & Sustainability (ENVR); Prof. Chi Ming SHUN, Adjunct Professor of ENVR; and Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist and Adjunct Professor of ENVR, commenting on a recent article "China's Air-Quality Improvements Have Hastened Global Warming" published by The Economist, they said that China’s clean-air success exemplifies responsible transition and highlights the need to accelerate global decarbonization for cleaner air and stable climate.
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  • Public Policy
科大公共政策研究院專家論壇 共議網約車公平監管框架
14/11/2025
Institute for Public Policy (IPP) held the forum "Global Experience and Local Practice: Shaping Hong Kong’s New Ride-Hailing Landscape " last Friday. Moderated by Prof. Donald LOW, IPP Professor of Practice in Public Policy, and Senior Lecturer of Division of Public Policy, the event featured expert from CUHK and industry leaders who discussed Hong Kong’s latest ride-hailing regulation and developments.  (Various media)
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  • Innovation & Technology
所羅門教育與科大成立AI素養發展中心 加強本港教師技術培訓
13/11/2025
HKUST announced a strategic collaboration with Solomon Learning Group to establish the AI Literacy Hub, a major initiative of AI education in HK. At the launching ceremony, Prof. Nancy IP, the President of HKUST, stated the hub will serve as a dynamic platform to develop AI education programs for primary and secondary schools, conduct community outreach, and communicate AI developments to the public. Led by Dr. Jac LEUNG, the Lecturer of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) and the Director of the Hub, the hub aims to create a dynamic platform to drive innovation and development in AI education for primary and secondary schools. (Various media)
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  • Business & Economy
人工智能時代創業 唯快不破
11/11/2025
An article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, the Adjunct Professor of Division of Integrative Systems & Design (ISD) on the importance of speed for business startups in the AI era. (HK Economic Journal)
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  • Public Policy
South Korea Urged to Do More to Boost Fertility
11/03/2021
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN from Division of Public Policy commented in an article on the declining fertility rate of South Korea, saying the Korean government has spent an enormous amount of money trying to encourage women to have more children, but the birth rate is now worse because it ignored the bigger context of why people are not having children.
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  • Business & Economy
  • Public Policy
Hong Kong’s axing from Heritage Foundation’s Economic Freedom rankings a gift that will keep on giving
16/03/2021
An article co-written by Division of Public Policy Senior Lecturer Prof. Donald LOW on how Hong Kong should remake its economy and find a better balance state and markets, after its exclusion from the Index of Economic Freedom.
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  • Public Policy
Decline in South Korea's Population Growth
18/03/2021
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN from Division of Public Policy commented in an article on South Korea’s population change, saying the low birth rate has led to a decline in population growth and insufficient labor force, and may impact the country’s economic development. (Sina)
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  • Innovation & Technology
How do we protect our personal data in the tech era?
23/03/2021
Prof. HUI Kai-Lung, Co-director from Dual Degree Program in Technology & Management wrote an article on protection of personal data in the tech era.
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  • Public Policy
Whispering a fond adieu
23/03/2021
In an article on the possible brain drain that Hong Kong may face after the social unrest and the COVID-19 pandemic, Division of Public Policy Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN said that sourcing talent from outside Hong Kong helps mitigate the talent deficit. He said a more sustainable answer is to train people locally and incentivize local graduates to work in less popular areas where they're desperately needed.
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  • Innovation & Technology
PRAISE-HK Helps to Identify Polluted Spots For Students
26/03/2021
Using the data provided by PRAISE-HK – a mobile app developed by HKUST scholars that offers real-time personalized statistics on individuals’ exposure to air pollutants, Clean Air Network has identified 50 more polluted spots where students usually gather. The NGO also found that half of the ten locations in Tuen Mun with the highest nitrogen dioxide concentration, are bus stops.
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  • Business & Economy
Why hasn’t Hong Kong updated its antiquated property title system yet?
27/03/2021
Prof. HUI Kai-Lung, Co-director of Dual Degree Program in Technology & Management co-wrote an article on Hong Kong’s system of land and property titles.
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  • Innovation & Technology
  • Social Changes and Health
Face Masks Reduce Intake of Cancer Causing Chemicals
08/04/2021
A research team led by Division of Environment and Sustainability Prof. Jianzhen YU and Assoc. Prof. Wan CHAN has recently proved that wearing surgical masks not only reduces the risk of coronavirus infection, but also effective in blocking airborne carcinogens, reducing cancer risks such as lung cancer and leukemia.
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  • Business & Economy
  • Social Changes and Health
A post-COVID-19 green stimulus for Philippines
12/04/2021
An article by Division of Environment and Sustainability Assistant Prof. Laurence DELINA on how the Filipino government should turn the country’s economy into a green one riding on the post-COVID-19 economic recovery to create more jobs and a sustainable future.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
US-China summit in Alaska shows road to fighting climate change is paved with political minefields
13/04/2021
An article by Division of Environment and Sustainability Chief Development Strategist Prof. Christine LOH on how the US and China can work together to combat climate change.