🌍 #HKUST Hosts the Digital Education Council Global Summit 2025 🌍 The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) was proud to host the second annual Digital Education Council Global Summit on November 4–5. We welcomed global leaders from higher education, technology, and policy for crucial discussions on the future of our field. Anchored in the theme "When Change Is the Only Constant," the summit brought together 82 institutions from 25 countries. We examined key topics, from shaping the forces of change in higher education to developing metrics for societal impact. It was a dynamic forum where we leveraged our collective expertise to engage global decision-makers and identify practical strategies for building institutional resilience, innovation, and equity. A notable announcement was our new AI Co-designer platform, an initiative designed to help faculty leverage AI in course design. We extend a heartfelt thank you to all attendees and contributors. Together, we are advancing strategies for innovation, equity, and long-term resilience in education worldwide. #HKUST #DECGlobalSummit #DigitalEducation #HigherEdInnovation #GlobalCollaboration #EdTech #InstitutionalResilience

Cheer on Our HKUST Student-Athletes at the 15th National Games! Four outstanding HKUST student-athletes are ready to take on the 15th National Games! From 6–20 November 2025, they will compete alongside elite athletes from across the country, embodying HKUST's spirit of dedication and the relentless pursuit of excellence. · LAM San Tung Peter (SBM, Year 1) - Rowing 🚣 · MOK Chun Lam Elvis (SENG, Year 2) - Baseball ⚾ · NG Wing Lam Pedrey (SBM, Year 4) - Table Tennis 🏓 · TING Kin Sing Kinson (SENG, Year 3) - Wushu 🥋 Let’s rally behind our talented HKUST athletes as they aim for outstanding performances! #HKUST #NationalGames #HKUSTAthletes #TeamHongKong #Rowing #Baseball #TableTennis #Wushu

Turning Ideas into Lifelines: HKUST Innovation Featured on @CNN's Tech for Good Behind every life-saving idea is a team driven by purpose, and HKUST students are showing how technology can truly make a difference! CNN’s Tech for Good follows HKUST MPhil student Jimmy Wu, PhD student Garmisch Wong and Prof. Li Mo from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering as they showcase AeroRelief, an emergency delivery drone system built to bring vital medical aid to people in hard-to-reach areas. Powered by AI and an SMS-based locating system, AeroRelief can analyze emergency calls, suggest needed equipment, and deliver it from the sky, closing the life-or-death gap before first responders arrive. With our unique entrepreneurial vision and innovative spirit, HKUST is charting new frontiers in the low-altitude economy (#LAE) to serve communities and the world! Video produced by @CNN #HKUST #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #LowAltitudeEconomy #AeroRelief #TechForGood #AI #Drones #STEM #Research #Impact

Even billion-dollar leaders often hear no at the start. How do they pick themselves up and break through to success? In this Fireside Chat, Blackstone Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder and newly conferred HKUST Honorary Doctor Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman tells HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry Shum how facing rejection again and again built the resilience that later defined his success. 💡 “If you want to win, you have to pull yourself together and do it again.” #HKUST #FiresideChat #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #HKUSTEvent

Congrats to HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development Prof. Tim K.-T. Cheng on receiving the 2025 ACM SIGDA Pioneering Achievement Award, a global recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field of Electronic Design Automation (EDA). 🏆 The award, presented by the ACM, Association for Computing Machinery Special Interest Group on Design Automation (SIGDA) at the International Conference on Computer-Aided Design (ICCAD) in Munich, Germany, honors individuals whose pioneering work has advanced design automation and shaped the future of technology. Prof. Cheng, who also serves as Director of the AI Chip Center for Emerging Smart Systems Limited (ACCESS), is an internationally respected scholar in VLSI testing and design verification, electronic and photonic system design automation, computer vision, and medical image analysis. With over 500 publications, 5 books, and 20+ U.S. patents, his research has made far-reaching impact both in academia and industry. A Fellow of IEEE, the Hong Kong Academy of Engineering Sciences, and the School of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, Prof. Cheng continues to drive innovation and cross-disciplinary collaboration that push the boundaries of semiconductor and AI system design. Congratulations once again to Prof. Cheng for this remarkable achievement! 🎉 Photo credit: ACCESS #HKUST #INNOACCESSHK #ACCESS #AIChip #AIaccelerator #AIHWSWcodesign #ICDesign #VLSI #ElectronicDesignAutomation #EDA #ComputerAidedDesign #CAD #Research #Innovation

HKUST Soars to #6 in Asia & #2 in Hong Kong! 🚀 QS Asia University Rankings 2026 The “Study in Hong Kong” Brand just reached new heights ✨ 🌍 Top performance in internationalization and reputation 🏆 Winner of the Research and Discovery Champions Award in Seoul—world-class journals and patent excellence! 🎉 President Prof. Nancy IP: “Our Can-Do Spirit fuels global impact as we celebrate 35 years!” Milestone achieved, mission ongoing: delivering world-class education, breakthrough research, and future-ready leaders. #HKUST #QSAsia #StudyInHongKong #ResearchChampions #CanDoSpirit #HongKongEducation #FutureReady

HKUST Hosts High-Level Forum on Generative AI and Establishes a Media Intelligence Research Center to Promote Deep Integration of AI and Cultural Creativity As the national 15th Five-Year Plan underscores the importance of implementing AI+ initiatives, HKUST hosted the "High-Level Forum on Generative AI (GenAI) Governance and Cultural Co-creation" yesterday, alongside the official launch of its Media Intelligence Research Centre (MIRC). The event was co-organized by HKUST’s Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) and the MIRC, bringing together over 30 government officials, scholars, and experts from media, business, and cultural sectors to share insights on developing a governance framework and fostering cultural co-creation for GenAI, collectively shaping a new future for governance landscape. The inauguration ceremony for the MIRC, held during the Forum, marks a significant milestone in HKUST’s pursuit of AI and media innovation. The Centre is committed to pioneering cutting-edge research and practices in AI and media innovation, focusing on areas such as governance, media, culture, education, and sustainable development, providing academic and technological support for the advancement of new quality productive forces. Serving as a prelude to HKUST's 35th anniversary celebrations, the forum featured three keynote speeches and two fireside dialogues. Distinguished guests including Prof. SUN Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology, and Industry of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, Ms. Ada CHUNG Lai-Ling, Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data of the HKSAR Government, and Mr. Thomas TSANG Chi-Sham, Acting Director of Intellectual Property of the HKSAR Government, shared the latest regulatory developments in generative AI from a policy perspective, covering areas such as technical guidelines, data protection, and copyright. Professor Guo Yike, Provost of HKUST, stated, "The newly established Media Intelligence Research Center reflects our commitment to building a robust AI framework with strong governance and a focus on fostering a culture of creativity." Learn more: hkust.edu.hk/news/hkust-host… #HKUST #GenerativeAI #AIGovernance #MediaIntelligenceResearchCenter #AI

HKUST Ranks #25 Globally in Graduate Employability and the #1 in Hong Kong🌍✨ A consistent global top 30: HKUST ranks #25 worldwide and #1 in Hong Kong for employability. Through collaborations with industry leaders like PwC and J.P. Morgan, we provide real-world opportunities that prepare our students for success. Over 1,300 undergraduates studied abroad last year, gaining the global exposure and professional experience that sets them apart. And the results speak loudly: a 3% rise in average graduate monthly salary in 2024 🚀 Preparing talent. Building futures. #HKUST #EmployabilityRanking #THErankings #GlobalTop30 #PartnerWithPurpose #PwC #JPMorgan #FutureReady #StudentOpportunities

Hon Doc Ceremony Acceptance Speech: Lifelong learning Graduation isn’t the end of learning — it’s the beginning of a new kind. During his Honorary Doctorate conferment at HKUST Congregation 2025, Blackstone Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman reminded graduates that success requires constant curiosity and reinvention: 💡 “School’s not over when you graduate. You just move into a different realm.” #HKUST #Congregation2025 #HonoraryDoctor #Leadership #LifelongLearning #FutureReady #HKUSTEvent

Catch the full Fireside Chat with Blackstone CEO Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman! Blackstone Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder and newly conferred HKUST Honorary Doctor Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman didn’t just share stories—he shared mindsets and moments that define true leadership. In this lively conversation, HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry Shum sits down with Dr. Schwarzman to talk about his journey and philosophy. How does he handle rejections, spot world-class talent, and stay grounded while shaping global markets? 🎥 Watch the full Fireside Chat to find out: piped.video/wpLoVXfPR7s #HKUST #Leadership #FiresideChat #Entrepreneurship #GlobalVision #HKUSTEvent

From the Three-Body Problem to a Dai Pai Dong: A Day with Liu Cixin HKUST welcomed sci-fi icon Dr. Liu Cixin, author of the global sensation The Three-Body Problem saga and newly conferred HKUST Honorary Doctor, for a day of cosmic ideas ✨ and local culture 🍲. At our Lee Shau Kee Library, Dr. Liu dived into the universe of The Three-Body Problem with HKUST’s Prof. Liu Jianmei, exploring philosophy, imagination, and the future of AI 🤖: “Humanity undoubtedly faces inherent limits, both intellectual and physical. Artificial intelligence may transcend these boundaries, spreading human civilization across the cosmos and realizing dreams that have long eluded us.” That evening, he made a soft landing 🚀 at a traditional dai pai dong in Sham Shui Po, joining Secretary for Education Dr. Choi Yuk-lin, HKUST leaders and cultural friends. Over exquisite Cantonese delicacies 🍜, conversations turned to Hong Kong’s creative industries and nurturing future talent — a fitting close to a day celebrating curiosity, culture, and the human spirit of adventure 🌏. Read more: hkust.edu.hk/news/dr-liu-cix… #HKUST #LiuCixin #ThreeBodyProblem #AI #Innovation #SciFi #Culture #FutureThinking

HKUST Brings Research and Creativity to Life at InnoCarnival 2025 HKUST is excited to showcase a lineup of groundbreaking innovations at InnoCarnival 2025, running from October 18 to 26 at the Hong Kong Science Park. Developed by our talented students, alumni, and faculty, these innovations exemplify how HKUST turns cutting-edge research into real-world impact through technology and entrepreneurship. On the first day of the exhibition, we were delighted to welcome Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry; Mr. Ivan Lee, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology; Mr. Philip Har, Deputy Commissioner for Innovation and Technology; and Mr. Terry Wong, CEO of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, to the HKUST pavilion. They were greeted by Prof. Russell Lindsay Gruen, HKUST Associate Provost (Health and Medical Sciences), and Dr. Shin Cheul Kim, HKUST Associate Vice-President for Research and Development (Knowledge Transfer), together with Mr. Teric Chan and Dr. Nick Chin, co-founders of the HKUST alumni startup PanopticAI. 🌟 The nine-day exhibition celebrates local creativity and research excellence, offering visitors a hands-on experience with HKUST innovations such as the Virtual Patient OSCE Training and the DIY Creative STEM Experience Corner. Come visit us at Booth D05 in the Green Zone! 📅 Oct 18 (Sat) to Oct 26 (Sun) 📍 Hong Kong Science Park 🔍 More details: innocarnival.hk/ #HKUST #HKUSTInnovation #InnoCarnival2025 #Innovation #Startup #Technology #Entrepreneurship

#ClassOf2025, we celebrate your journey—the challenges you’ve conquered, the knowledge you’ve gained, and the limitless possibilities that await. Here are some words of wisdom from President Prof. Nancy IP to inspire your next chapter: “Graduates, you have exemplified your “Can-Do” spirit throughout your time here — the courage to pursue bold ideas, the agility to adapt to change, and the perseverance to overcome obstacles. Let it be your blueprint for making an impact. The world needs architects of the future — visionaries who can harness technology with wisdom, synthesize knowledge across traditional boundaries, collaborate widely, and translate discoveries into tangible benefits for society. ” #HKUSTcongregation #HKUSTclassof2025 #HKUSTgraduation #HKUSTgrad2025 #HKUSTevent #HKUSTcelebration #ShawAuditorium #Graduation #Celebration #Motivational #Inspirational

Fireside Chat with Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman: Leadership in Leather! This past Saturday, the HKUST community gathered in celebration for Congregation 2025, where we honored our graduates and this year's distinguished Honorary Doctorates. A major highlight was the Fireside Chat with Dr. Stephen A. Schwarzman, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of Blackstone. Following the conferral of his honorary degree, Dr. Schwarzman joined HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry Shum for a captivating conversation, sharing stories from his career of remarkable global impact. In a playful continuation of a tradition started by last year's honorary doctorate Jensen Huang, both leaders emerged in sharp, specially designed HKUST leather blazers. The thematic attire set the stage for a spontaneous, light-hearted dance that filled Shaw Auditorium with laughter, seamlessly weaving a thread of camaraderie and fun into the fabric of the profound discussion that followed. Stay tuned for the full video to catch all the stories and energy from this incredible exchange! #HKUST #Leadership #FiresideChat #GlobalVision #Entrepreneurship #HKUSTEvent

HKUST AI System Delivers Comprehensive Cancer Diagnosis A research team at HKUST, led by Prof. CHEN Hao, has launched SmartPath, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) system designed to significantly enhance the entire pathology workflow in cancer care. SmartPath provides integrated support for clinical diagnosis, subtyping, biomarker quantification, treatment response assessment, and prognostic follow-up across a wide spectrum of cancers, aiming to accelerate turnaround times and enhance the personalization of treatment plans. Developed from one of the largest and most diverse pathology datasets, SmartPath enables healthcare professionals with over 100 distinct clinical tasks. It notably diagnoses Hong Kong’s most prevalent cancers, such as lung, breast, colorectal, and gastric, with over 95% accuracy using a unified pathology foundation model. 🎤Prof. Chen Hao: “We are currently working with over a dozen top-tier hospitals in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, which has been fundamental to its rigorous validation. SmartPath isn't a static tool; it's a continuously evolving system that grows smarter with every clinical application, truly paving the way for a new standard in intelligent, personalized medicine.” The HKUST research team is now focused on expanding SmartPath’s capabilities to include additional cancer types, with an emphasis on developing more targeted therapeutic strategies and improved patient stratification. Discover more: hkust.edu.hk/news/hkust-ai-s… #HKUST #Innovation #Healthcare #AIPatology #SmartDiagnosis #PersonalizedTreatment #Tech #Cancer #PrecisionMedicine #ClinicalApplication #MedicalBreakthrough

📷 HKUST Congregation 2025: Celebrating Five Distinguished Leaders with Honorary Doctorates The HKUST campus is buzzing with pride and celebration today as we hold our Congregation 2025, honoring the achievements of our #Classof2025 and conferring Honorary Doctorates upon five distinguished leaders whose impact has shaped fields from science and engineering to business and the arts. The awards were presented by HKUST Pro-Chancellor Dr. John CHAN Cho-Chak in recognition of their exceptional contributions to society. This year's Honorary Doctorate recipients (in alphabetical order by surname): 📷Prof. Pradeep K. KHOSLA, Chancellor of the University of California San Diego – Doctor of Engineering honoris causa 📷Prof. Roger David KORNBERG, Nobel laureate in Chemistry – Doctor of Science honoris causa 📷Mr. LIU Cixin, Hugo Award-winning author – Doctor of Humanities honoris causa 📷Prof. Sir Christopher PISSARIDES, Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences – Doctor of Social Sciences honoris causa 📷Mr. Stephen A. SCHWARZMAN, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of Blackstone – Doctor of Business Administration honoris causa The occasion also marked a significant milestone for our community: HKUST's global alumni network now stands at over 110,000 members, with nearly 7,000 new graduates joining our ever-growing family this year. During the celebrations, Prof. Ben CHAN Yui-bun from Civil and Environmental Engineering was honored with the Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching for his outstanding educational service. The day continued with thought-provoking dialogues as our honorees engaged with the community. Prof. Shum hosted a lively fireside chat with Mr. Stephen A. SCHWARZMAN on "Lessons from a Life of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Giving Back," while Mr. LIU Cixin explored the Lee Shau Kee Library with students, diving into imaginative realms of sci-fi and creativity. He later engaged in a captivating discussion about the Three-Body Problem with students and HKUST members, exploring the science behind the fiction and its real-world implications. Several media outlets, including the South China Morning Post, People's Daily Online, Hong Kong Economic Journal, Asia Weekly, China News Service, and China News Agency, then held a separate interview with Mr. Liu to delve deeper into his works and his perspective on the future trends of science fiction. Join us in congratulating the Class of 2025 and our new honorary doctors as we continue to champion excellence, innovation, and global connection. Discover more: bit.ly/48xilyo #HKUST #HKUSTCongregation2025 #HonoraryDoctorate #Graduation #Leadership #HigherEd #GlobalAlumni

🏆 Celebrating Our Students' Triumph at the APRU x Google Tech Policy Hackathon 2025! Congrats to our HKUST student team, AgriAccess, on winning 3rd Place at the APRU x Google Tech Policy Hackathon 2025! Behind this triumph is a group of passionate students from across different disciplines, each bringing their unique expertise to the table: · Chung Ho Man, Computer Science and Economics · Yau Ho Lun, Global China Studies · Yin Xinshu, Quantitative Social Analysis · Chau Long Hei, Mathematics · Chin Chi Lon, Computer Engineering This year’s hackathon gathered 299 students from 40 universities across 15 economies, with 56 finalists advancing to tackle Southeast Asia’s most pressing digital challenges. AgriAccess impressed the judges with their solution that bridges technology and finance for agricultural inclusion — making the invisible, investible. Competing among top teams, they showcased creativity, teamwork, and a strong sense of purpose in addressing real-world issues through technology. We’re so proud of our students for this remarkable recognition and for representing HKUST’s spirit of innovation and impact! Photo credit: APRU #HKUST #StudentSuccess #TechPolicy #Hackathon #Innovation #APRU #Google #AgriAccess #ProudHKUST

HKUST Researchers Awarded France–Hong Kong Joint Research Funding Congrats to two HKUST researchers on receiving funding under the France–Hong Kong ANR-RGC Joint Research Scheme! The scheme, run by the French National Research Agency (Agence Nationale de la Recherche) and the Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong, aims to strengthen collaboration between French and Hong Kong research communities. 🔬 Prof. Nian SI, Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics Project: “Statistical Guarantees for Uncertainty Set Selection in Distributionally Robust Sequential Decision-Making” French Project Coordinator: Dr. Julien Grand-Clément / École des hautes études commerciales de Paris 🌊 Prof. Julian MAK, Department of Ocean Science Project: “Modelling the Ocean’s Breath: Improving Mesoscale Representation for Biogeochemical Cycles (MOBIM)” French Project Coordinator: Prof. Marina Lévy / Sorbonne Université Their pioneering work demonstrates HKUST’s commitment to globally relevant research, and we look forward to seeing the impact of these projects! #HKUST #ANR_RGC #ResearchExcellence #InternationalCollaboration #ScienceAndInnovation

HKUST, Gobi Partners, and HKIC Launch Gobi-Redbird Innovation Fund to Accelerate Commercialization of Cutting-Edge Research HKUST is thrilled to announce the launch of the Gobi-Redbird Innovation Fund (Gobi-RIF) in collaboration with Gobi Partners and the Hong Kong Investment Corporation (HKIC). This strategic initiative aims to bridge the gap between groundbreaking university #research and real-world applications, propelling early-stage startups toward global markets. Backed by HKIC's Patient Capital Strategic Fund, the Gobi-RIF is dedicated to accelerating the commercialization of pioneering research across four high-impact sectors: #biotechnology, Industry 4.0, #artificialintelligence and #robotics, and #fintech. By leveraging HKUST’s world-class research capabilities, Gobi’s extensive pan-Asian venture capital network, and HKIC’s commitment to enhancing Hong Kong’s innovation ecosystem, this fund is poised to transform university-born innovations into impactful solutions that resonate on a global scale. This fund not only represents a financial investment but also a commitment to fostering a vibrant innovation landscape in Hong Kong. It seeks to empower startups with the necessary capital and resources to turn academic insights into practical solutions, ultimately contributing to the region's economic vitality and competitiveness. Join us in this exciting journey as we work to redefine the future of innovation in Hong Kong and beyond! Learn more: hkust.edu.hk/news/hkust-and-… #HKUST #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #DeepTech #Startups #GlobalCollaboration #GobiPartners #HKIC