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2022-10-07
CUHK researchers develop novel RNA nanoparticles for targeting and alleviating atherosclerotic plaque
The blockage of blood vessels caused by atherosclerosis is a major cause of stroke and ischemic heart disease. However, current treatments such as surgery are invasive, while lipid-lowering drugs can only slow down disease progression. Gene regulation is an emerging therapeutic approach to atherosclerosis... -
2022-10-05
Four young professors from Faculty of Engineering receive NSFC Young Scientists Fund 2022
Four young professors from the Faculty of Engineering receive the National Natural Science Foundation of China’s (NSFC) Young Scientists Fund 2022. This year, it is the first time that the NSFC Young Scientists Fund is open to researchers in Hong Kong. Thirteen professors from CUHK have been recognised by... -
2022-09-26
Professor Anthony So awarded 2022 UGC Teaching Award
Professor Anthony Man-cho So, Professor of Department of Systems Engineering and Engineering Management, has been awarded the 2022 UGC Teaching Award (General Faculty Members) by the University Grants Committee, in recognition of his achievements in learner-centred teaching and leadership in... -
2022-09-22
Faculty member and postgraduate receive outstanding research awards 2021
We are delighted to announce that our faculty member and postgraduate student have received the following university-wide awards in recognition of their commendable research efforts and accomplishments in their respective fields. *Young Researcher Award 2021* ... -
2022-09-05
CUHK Robotics Team triumphs at ABU Robocon in second victory for Hong Kong
The robotics team from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)’s Faculty of Engineering received the Grand Prix Award at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union’s Asia-Pacific Robot Contest (ABU Robocon), which was held online on 21 August. It was the second time CUHK took the award and is a testament to... -
2022-08-15
CUHK-incubated start-up wins international energy competition and establishes strategic partnership with Towngas
Luquos Energy, a start-up incubated by The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), won the Bronze Award in the TERA-Award Smart Energy Innovation Competition organised by the Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas) and State Power Investment Corporation (SPIC). Out of 208 projects from 23... -
2022-08-04
CUHK Engineering FinTech Applied Research Academy and Deloitte China sign MOU to strengthen next generation of financial technologists
To step up efforts to cultivate financial technology (FinTech) talent and strengthen the University’s links with corporations, The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s (CUHK) Engineering FinTech Applied Research Academy (CEFAR) and Deloitte China (Deloitte) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)... -
2022-07-18
CUHK Engineering team claims victory at the Robocon Hong Kong Contest for the second year in a row
The Engineering team of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)’s Faculty of Engineering has claimed victory at the Robocon Hong Kong Contest for the second year in a row. The team will attempt to win glory representing Hong Kong at the Asia-Pacific Robocon Contest, after its success in the competition... -
2022-06-07
CUHK Engineering FinTech Applied Research Academy and Ant Group sign MOU to develop young financial technologists by extending 10×1000 Tech for Inclusion programme to students
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Engineering FinTech Applied Research Academy (CEFAR) and Ant Group (Ant) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), strengthening their strategic partnership by launching the 10×1000 Tech for Inclusion programme, to attract and develop students... -
2022-05-20
CUHK Engineering develops new redox flow batteries for extreme cold weather
A research team led by Professor Yi-Chun Lu, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering (MAE) at The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s (CUHK), has successfully developed a new electrolyte that enables high power, long life flow battery applications at both room temperature...
