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  • Public Policy
  • Social Changes and Health
Lessons for Hong Kong in its futile pursuit of China’s zero-Covid strategy
15/12/2022
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Senior Lecturer of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he commented on the “zero-COVID” policy’s lessons for Hong Kong. His views on China's abandonment of its "zero-COVID" strategy was also quoted in another media report.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
院士專家齊聚大灣區碳中和論壇 共商推動大灣區碳中和進程
10/12/2022
Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), delivered a keynote speech titled “2022 COP27 and its significance to HK” at the GBA Carbon Neutrality Forum.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
HKUST CARE 2022 Creates Opportunity of Stocktaking Policy and Measures on Hong Kong’s Climate Adaptation and Resilience
10/12/2022
HKUST’s three-day Climate Adaptation and Resilience Conference (CARE2022) drew about 1,000 participants on its first day of event, including senior government officials and industry representatives. Provost Prof. GUO Yike spoke on HKUST’s commitment to developing sustainability solutions for society in his welcome remarks.
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  • Public Policy
  • Social Changes and Health
As Beijing eases zero-COVID, can Hong Kong get ahead of the curve and scrap remaining rules?
08/12/2022
In an article by Prof. Donald LOW, Senior Lecturer of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), he commented on Hong Kong’s way forward on COVID policies upon Beijing’s ease of zero-COVID policy.
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  • Innovation & Technology
Team catches prize at first sniff
08/12/2022
The HKUST “Fisherly” team, including Year 3 students Leon CHENG and Minjin GU studying Dual Degree Program in Technology & Management (T&M-DDP), won the second runner-up in the Undergraduate section of the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition. The project involved the design of a rapid test kit to test the freshness of edible fish, targeting use by restaurants, fish retailers and consumers.
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  • Public Policy
HK shipping accorded due attention in logistics mix
07/12/2022
In an article by Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), she called for the establishment of a port authority in Hong Kong.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
  • Student Bonding & Development
太古聖誕市集以環保為主題 八名大學生策劃執行實踐理想
01/12/2022
Alice CHAU, a year 3 student studying Environmental Management and Technology program (EVMT), shared her experience in organizing the White Christmas Street Fair as part of her internship at the Swire Properties Placemaking Academy (SPPA). Alice is thankful to have enrolled in EVMT courses like Environmental Law and Regulations and Life Cycle Assessment that inspired her to join SPPA.
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  • Innovation & Technology
Study recognizes PhilRice as among major rice knowledge producers
01/12/2022
A study co-led by Prof. Laurence DELINA, Assistant Professor of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), and Ginbert CUATON, PhD student at ENVR, reviewing rice research in Indonesia and the Philippines over the past two decades. It was revealed that PhilRice, an attached agency of the Department of Agriculture in Philippines, contributed papers on a wide range of topics and helped in enabling the institute to push for the rice research for development agenda.
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  • Public Policy
  • Social Changes and Health
China's Zero-COVID Trap
01/12/2022
In an article about China's zero-COVID policy, Prof. Donald LOW, Senior Lecturer of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), was quoted as saying the zero-COVID policy had led to a severe misallocation of resources.
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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
三星窺準用家需求 擬拓移動通訊生態系統
29/09/2023
In an article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he commented on Samsung’s efforts to expand its mobile communication ecosystem in response to users’ demands.
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  • Environment & Sustainability
Hong Kong should lead the crackdown on wildlife smuggling and exotic pets
29/09/2023
In an article by Prof. Christine LOH, Chief Development Strategist of the Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR), she discussed why Hong Kong should take the lead in efforts to combat wildlife trafficking.
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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
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
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
「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
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
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.