The HKU Centre for the Humanities and Medicine has launched initiatives to address women's health, particularly menopause, in Hong Kong. Director Professor Olga Zayts-Spence emphasized the need for robust community support and institutional backing as women spend nearly a third of their lives in this stage.
Researchers found auroras on Saturn behave differently from those on Earth, appearing uneven and shifted to one side. The team attributes this to Saturn's rapid rotation, which reshapes its magnetic environment, driving an off-center magnetic bubble pattern.
Professor Sophia Chan Siu-chee received the RCN's highest honour for her outstanding work in advancing nursing development and improving population health. The award highlights her dedication to promoting professional nursing development, workforce development, and health system transformation.
The University of Hong Kong and Grand Pharmaceutical Group have signed a research collaboration agreement to develop novel therapeutic solutions for anti-infective treatments. The partnership aims to accelerate innovative drug development by integrating academic research with industrial application.
The forum brought together leading scholars and industry experts to discuss cutting-edge breakthroughs in advanced materials, energy science, sustainability, and micro-nano engineering. Key findings include innovative designs for atmospheric water harvesting and electrocatalysts for hydrogen economy.
Hong Kong Climate Week 2026 aims to harness the city's strengths as an international financial centre and global connectivity hub. The event focuses on bridging global consensus and local implementation, highlighting the need for adaptation and innovation in addressing climate change.
The 'Action for Earth' Summit brings together global leaders to examine policy pathways, frontier research, and actionable strategies for climate adaptation. The summit features keynote sessions on priority policies and frontier research, as well as a roundtable discussion on accelerating cross-border climate action.
Researchers at HKU have developed an innovative method for fabricating scalable, free-standing diamond membranes with exceptional efficiency and scalability. The breakthrough enables the production of ultra-flat and flexible diamond films crucial for next-generation electronic and photonic devices.
The Hong Kong Housing Bureau and the University of Hong Kong have signed an MOU to leverage research prowess in advancing construction technologies for public housing projects. The partnership aims to bring world-class innovations to local construction practices, prioritizing quality, sustainability, and efficiency.
The Centre will address bottleneck challenges in advanced battery materials and electric-enabled technology for energy storage and green conversion. Collaborations with renowned institutions will drive innovation and accelerate translation of research outcomes into real-world impact.
The University of Hong Kong's education subject has been ranked 5th globally and 1st in Asia in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026. The Faculty of Education attributes its success to research-led initiatives, strong partnerships, and educating future educators.
The conference will feature keynote dialogues, fireside chats, and panel discussions on key themes such as AI and education, law and regulation, public governance, and global cooperation. Distinguished participants include senior representatives from international organisations and public policy institutions.
HKU excels in key disciplines, including Dentistry (2nd) and Education & Training (5th), while Data Science and Artificial Intelligence rank 18th worldwide. The University will establish an AI Hub to maximize the potential of 'AI + X' across disciplines.
A study published by HKUMed found that Resmetirom, a drug approved for treating metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease, demonstrates potential in preventing and suppressing liver cancer caused by fatty liver disease. The treatment also reduces liver fat, improves metabolic health, and modulates the tumour microenvironment.
The programme aims to nurture youth engagement in marine conservation and strengthen Hong Kong's environmental stewardship by providing hands-on training and empowering students as the next generation of ocean stewards. Students gain experience with advanced research techniques and build leadership and advocacy skills.
The Gobi-HKU Fund I aims to invest in high-potential HKU spin-off startups, providing capital and strategic support. The fund will focus on AI, robotics, biotech, and other critical sectors, with investments already underway and more support on the horizon.
The HKU Primary Health Care Academy has been designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a Collaborating Centre for health and nursing workforce development in primary care. The centre will support workforce development and health system transformation through capacity building, research, and knowledge exchange.
A HKU study has discovered a previously overlooked process controlling phosphorus availability in ancient iron-rich oceans. Phyllosilicate minerals effectively trap dissolved phosphate on their surfaces via an 'Fe(II) bridging effect', removing essential nutrients from seawater and limiting marine life.
The University of Hong Kong has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Phoenix Yuen Foundation Fund Limited to enhance education and student development. The donation reflects the shared values of dedication to education and the arts, strengthening HKU's mission to nurture creative leaders.
Researchers developed inch-scale, binder-free ultrahard diamond wafers with Vickers hardness exceeding 200 GPa. The ultra-hard diamond wafer exhibits outstanding wear resistance and structural stability, making it suitable for applications in extreme-environment electronics, advanced manufacturing, and semiconductor thermal management.
The University of Hong Kong Libraries and the Chamber of Young Snow have signed a 10-year MoU to advance Chinese cultural education and foster cross-cultural understanding. The partnership aims to strengthen HKU Libraries as a cultural hub and support CYS's mission to elevate Chinese heritage.
The University of Hong Kong launched its HKU Venture Mentoring Service (VMS), a structured mentorship network affiliated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's VMS model. The program aims to provide strategic guidance and long-term support to HKU startups, helping them overcome early-stage challenges.
The University of Hong Kong secured 46 awards at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, showcasing its research and innovation excellence across various fields. The university's diverse portfolio highlights its strategic focus on driving cross-disciplinary research and innovation.
The collaboration aims to develop a collaborative ecosystem that encompasses research, investment, and talent development in the medical technology industry. Key partnerships will focus on incubating cutting-edge medical projects, supporting innovative outcomes through collaborative investment opportunities.
The University of Hong Kong will host AI & Filmmaking Week 2026, featuring the Asian premiere of South Korea's first AI-generated feature film and insights from Oscar-winning filmmakers. The event aims to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping cinema through storytelling, acting, production, and ethics.
A single blood test can accurately forecast the future risk of six major cardiovascular diseases with CardiOmicScore, a novel AI-based tool developed by HKUMed. The system captures subtle biological changes and provides early warning signals up to 15 years before clinical onset.
Researchers have genetically engineered human stem cells that can evade immune rejection while carrying a built-in kill switch to prevent tumour formation. The engineered cells, known as FailSafe-AlloAccept, offer a potentially limitless supply of replacement cells and could serve as a universal cell source for diverse therapies.
Professor Geim's appointment aims to transform humanity's future through world-changing innovation. His groundbreaking graphene research has reshaped modern materials science and condensed matter physics, enabling bespoke atomic-scale architectures with profound impact on science and technology.
Statins have been shown to lower CVD risk in individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus, kidney failure, and chronic kidney disease. The studies also found a link between statin use and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality.
HKU and El-Yurt Umidi Foundation collaborate to provide academic pathways, training, and scholarships for Uzbekistan students. The MoU aims to foster cross-cultural exchanges and enrich HKU's global academic community.
The University of Hong Kong's MeckUp Quest 2026 AI Robotics Challenge brought together 19 elite student teams to develop intelligent robots for post-typhoon disaster response. The competition demonstrated the potential of youth-driven innovation to empower emergency rescue efforts and safeguard social good.
A research team from HKU has identified a fundamental physical principle called duality symmetry that governs the absorption bandwidth of ventilated systems. This breakthrough leads to the design of a new type of ventilated structure that can absorb over 86% of sound across a wide range of frequencies.
The partnership aims to advance embodied intelligence and humanoid robotics, focusing on whole-body motion control, dexterous manipulation, and brain-eye-hand coordination. The collaboration will drive practical implementations in areas like intelligent robotics and brain-computer interfaces.
HKU has launched four strategic bases in Shanghai, including the HKU Zhangjiang Base and the Caohejing Base, to drive innovation, academic excellence, and global collaboration. The bases will house interdisciplinary research institutes and serve as platforms for research, innovation, and industry collaboration.
Researchers from HKU develop AI-powered metalens called SonoMeta to overcome ultrasound barriers in heart and lung imaging. This technology enables clearer visualization of cardiac structures and pulmonary issues, leading to more precise diagnoses and improved patient outcomes.
HKU Partner Day 2026 brought together 400 leaders, partners, and scholars to explore emerging education trends and global collaboration. The event featured interactive workshops, cultural performances, and guided campus tours, showcasing HKU's academic excellence and commitment to international collaboration.
A high-energy cosmic event detected by the China-led Einstein Probe space telescope may mark the moment when an intermediate-mass black hole tears apart and consumes a white dwarf star, according to astrophysicists from The University of Hong Kong. The team provided crucial theoretical judgement that led to the focus on this model.
A study by HKUMed found serious gaps in current communication practices among doctors, patients, and family members during advance care planning. The 'Advance Care Planning Communication Assessment Tool' (ACP-CAT) was validated for the first time in real-world clinical settings.
Microtubule researchers reveal how tubulin isotypes regulate luminal accessibility through reversible protofilament separation. The findings provide insights into mechano-transduction and could lead to novel biomaterials development.
Researchers discover that finerenone can activate dormant eggs in women with POI, restoring fertility. The study found significant improvement in follicle development and maturation.
Ngô Bảo Châu, Fields Medal recipient, joins HKU's Department of Mathematics in June 2026, advancing mathematics and interdisciplinary research. The mathematician's work on the Langlands Programme has far-reaching implications for number theory and representation theory.
A new study by HKU and UCLA scientists reveals that Alfvén waves act as an invisible power source, driving charged particles into the atmosphere and producing glowing auroral lights. The research provides a definitive answer to the physics of Earth's aurora and offers a universal model applicable to other planets in our solar system.
Researchers at The University of Hong Kong have made a major breakthrough in controlling light with natural magnetic materials. They achieved negative refraction, a phenomenon that defies the law of physics, using a thin layer of CrSBr to bend light backward or in unexpected directions.
The 9th HKU Quarterly Forum on Chinese Economy provided insights into China's macroeconomy, key issues emerging from the development of artificial intelligence, trade, and finance matters. The event highlighted the importance of strengthening domestic demand while advancing technology to drive economic momentum.
Researchers at HKU have uncovered an alternative system for gene regulation in eukaryotic cells, which adapts to the absence of DNA methylation. The study reveals how histone modifications can take over to maintain precise control of gene expression.
Researchers identified four distinct brain metastasis subtypes, each with unique immune landscapes and metabolic programmes. The 'Immune-infiltrated subtype' showed high sensitivity to immunotherapy, while the 'Metabolic subtype' responded well to targeted therapies. The study paves the way for personalized treatment strategies.
The University of Hong Kong has signed a 5-year partnership agreement with Takatuf Oman's Oman Scholars Programme to support Omani students seeking undergraduate education. The program provides comprehensive funding and enrichment opportunities for eligible participants starting from 2026.
The event brought together stakeholders to discuss improving support for students and graduates, with a focus on university-to-work transitions. Key findings highlighted the negative impact of COVID-19 on graduates' transitions and the importance of soft skills and cross-border employment opportunities.
Two innovative deep-learning algorithms, ClairS-TO and Clair3-RNA, advance genetic mutation detection in cancer diagnostics and RNA-based genomic studies. The tools improve accuracy and accessibility of genomic analysis, opening new horizons for precision medicine and genomic discovery.
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has established the Hong Kong Base of the State Key Laboratory of Subtropical Building and Urban Science, a comprehensive platform integrating scientific research, talent cultivation, and social service. The base aims to advance subtropical architecture and urban science research, promoting sustainable...