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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A long-complacent Hong Kong must ditch outdated formulas to move forward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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HKUST Prof. LAU Kei May Elected to the US National Academy of Engineering
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HKUST Prof. LAU Kei May Elected to the US National Academy of Engineering
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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.
China Daily - HK
Build it right for locals, and visitors will come
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Build it right for locals, and visitors will come

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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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健康空氣行動舉辦「室內空氣質素論壇 」 倡議改善室內環境以促進港人身心健康
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本港部分小學室內空氣污染嚴重 增傳染病風險及影響認知能力
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- Innovation & Technology
人工智能時代體驗式學習
02/02/2024
In a column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he introduced experiential learning in the age of AI.

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- Innovation & Technology
AI伴侶能治孤獨症? 如雙刃劍須運用得當
02/02/2024
In a column article by Prof. Erwin HUANG, Adjunct Professor of the Division of Integrative System and Design (ISD), he discussed the proper use of AI Chatbots.

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- Public Policy
陳建輝:推動在港設立國際紅十字人道主義中心
01/02/2024
In a column article on a proposal to set up an International Red Cross Humanitarian Center in HK, it was mentioned that Prof. Pengyu ZHU, Associate Professor of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), had attended a conference with representatives from the International Academy of Red Cross & Red Crescent and the Association For International Soft Law Promotion.

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- Public Policy
HK’s Inadequacy in Social Welfare and Protection
10/06/2020
Prof. Donald LOW, Professor of Practice of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) said the social unrest and the pandemic have exposed HK’s inadequacy in social welfare and protection, which the HK government should reflect upon.

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- Public Policy
Approval of the National Security Law Might Lead to Another Protest
10/06/2020
Prof. Albert PARK, Affiliated Faculty of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (T&M-DDP) said the approval of the national security law might lead to another six to eight months of protests in the city.
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Rethinking Hong Kong's luxury future
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Rethinking Hong Kong's luxury future

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- Public Policy
Better Childcare Can Help Raise Fertility Rate
10/06/2020
Prof. Stuart GIETEL-BASTEN, Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) and LI Zilin, PPOL PhD candidate discussed about why childcare services is an important factor that affects fertility rate.
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Better childcare can help raise fertility rate
China Daily
Better childcare can help raise fertility rate

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- Environment & Sustainability
Sustainable Fund Flow is Important to Urban Planning in China
10/06/2020
Prof. Ye QI , Director of Institute for Public Policy (IPP) shared his insights that the Chinese government should create opportunities for sustainable fund flow for infrastructure investment and financing, as well as strengthening urban planning in China in the long run.

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- Business & Economy
It’s Time to Plan for a Messy U.S.-China Divorce
11/06/2020
Prof. Christine LOH,Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) shared her thoughts that the U.S.-China divorce will likely involve deep and wide collateral damage, affecting US corporate interests in China.

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- Business & Economy
China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages
16/06/2020
Prof. Albert PARK, Affiliated Faculty of Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (T&M-DDP) said he is skeptical that promoting a street vendor economy will substantially boost consumption as hawkers may draw away businesses from regular shops.
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China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages
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China's Street Vendors Rush To Sell Despite Mixed Messages

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- Public Policy
Same Criteria Needed in Evaluating Responses to Pandemic
19/06/2020
Prof. Naubahar SHARIF, Associate Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL) stated the importance of using symmetrical criteria while analyzing or evaluating different places’ responses to COVID-19 crisis.

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- Business & Economy
China and the US Must Find Ways to Coexist
23/06/2020
Prof. Christine LOH,Chief Development Strategist of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) shared her thoughts on why she thinks China and US should find ways to coexist instead of decoupling.

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- Innovation & Technology
Early Responders Fight Pandemic
30/06/2020
The new smart anti-microbial coating developed by the research team led by Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CBE) and Prof. YEUNG King Lun, Professor of Division of Environment and Sustainability (ENVR) was featured in articles on the potential market of disinfectant products.

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- Innovation & Technology
Study: Hong Kongers Value Environment But Lack Smart Tech To Track Energy-Saving
03/07/2020
Prof. Masaru YARIME, Associate Professor of Division of Public Policy (PPOL), Prof. Erik BAARK, Emeritus Professor of Division of Social Science, Prof. NG Tze-Ling, former Assistant Professor of Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Dr. Constantine SPANDAGOS, Postdoctoral Research Fellow of PPOL, have conducted a study and found that smart technology tools could facilitate energy-saving in HK households.