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The Council of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) appointed on 22 April Professor Isabella Poon Wai-yin as Provost for a five-year term starting 23 April. Professor Poon, currently Acting Provost, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education), and Wei Lun Professor of Statistics, succeeds Professor Alan Chan Kam-leung, who completed his term in December last year.

CUHK ranks ninth in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2025, marking its eighth consecutive year in Asia’s top 10.

CUHK and global biopharmaceutical company AstraZeneca Global R&D China Co., Ltd. have inked a landmark five-year strategic alliance, which is set to accelerate the journey of cutting-edge medical research from the laboratory to the patient’s bedside, promising faster access to life-changing treatments.

CUHK Faculty of Law (CUHK LAW) and artificial intelligence (AI) software company SenseTime have embarked on joint initiatives to develop an AI model to enhance access to legal information, supporting the digital transformation of legal information provision in Hong Kong.

Professor Robin Huang Hui from the CUHK Faculty of Law has won the Second-class Award in Books and Theses at the 9th Round Higher Education Outstanding Scientific Research Output Awards (Humanities and Social Sciences) by the Ministry of Education of China. The award highlights his pioneering work in the field of fintech regulation.

CUHK athlete secured the overall men’s first runner-up and overall women’s first runner-up titles at the University Sports Federation of Hong Kong (USFHK) Competitions 2024-25, concluding a stellar season marked by stamina and sportsmanship.

Scientists aspiring to commercialise their technology should closely work with investors to hammer out a business plan from the start of their journey, investors and experienced professors told the audience at the CUHK Innovation Summit 2025 last week.

The Faculty of Medicine (CU Medicine) has established the first organoid biobank derived from Asian bladder cancer patients, offering new hope for precision treatment and marking a milestone in oncology research and drug development.

An international research team led by CUHK has achieved a breakthrough in the field of medical microrobot. Led by Professor Zhang Li from the Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering, the team has developed the world’s first antibiofilm liquid-bodied magnetic-controlled robot, paving the way for innovative solutions to combat biofilm infections.

CUHK sports teams celebrated a string of victories in the University Sports Federation of Hong Kong’s competitions last month, clinching championship titles in athletics, dragon boat racing, volleyball and badminton, as well as three individual wins in sparring.

The University presents the Long Service Awards to a total of 278 staff members this year in recognition of their unwavering support.

A concert featuring students, teachers and alumni-musicians brought together different generations of CUHK members last month, as part of a spring programme organised by the Office of Student Affairs.

A research team from the Faculty of Medicine has identified molecular features in Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA specifically associated with nasopharyngeal cancer by using next-generation sequencing technology, enabling more accurate risk stratification.

A research team led by Professor Zhang Yuanting (above, left) of the Department of Electronic Engineering has developed a professional-grade wearable device that monitors blood pressure in collaboration with the Hong Kong Institutes of Medical Engineering, the China Hypertension League and Guangdong Medical University.

CUHK has 32 subjects ranking among the top 50 in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings by Subject 2025, eight of which also hold the top spot in Hong Kong.

A programme to raise women’s financial literacy by the Department of Japanese Studies has won an award from the Investor and Financial Education Council.

On 4 March, CUHK inaugurated two Choh-Ming Li professors, two Wei Lun professors and presented teaching and research awards to other members of the University.

A spring carnival hosted by Chung Chi College earlier this month brought together more than 2,000 CUHK staff, students, alumni and friends for a joyful weekend, featuring a much-anticipated concert by graduate and singer-songwriter Serrini Leung Ka-yan.

Nobel Prize laureate and economist James Heckman shared his insights in early child development in China in a lecture to the CUHK community last month, drawing a packed audience of students and academics.

CUHK Women’s tennis team captured the championship in the University Sports Federation of Hong Kong Cup final on 2 March, beating Polytechnic University and reclaiming the top spot after more than two decades.

Since February this year, The China Review, an academic journal published by CUHK Press, has been available for full-text open access on the Project MUSE Subscribe to Open (S2O) platform.

In support of the Hong Kong government’s initiative to develop low-carbon energy sources and promote hydrogen energy for carbon neutrality, CUHK participated in the Hydrogen Zero Carbon STEAM Carnival on 22 and 23 February, where they showcased innovative education kits on renewable energy and hydrogen energy.

The three students are part of the Hong Kong Karatedo team

The exhibition at CUHK features key works that showcase a diversity of styles from the calligrapher who writes with his mouth

She is the first and only academic in Hong Kong to receive the honour

This is a rise of 22 places from the previous year

Professor Liu Renbao and Mr Benson Cheng have been appointed to the Council

The persons have been re-/appointed or re-/elected as members of the Council, in accordance with Statutes of The Chinese University of Hong Kong Ordinance.

ornerstone Robotics, a local startup founded by Professor Samuel Au Kwok-wai of CUHK, recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the University’s Faculty of Medicine, which will engage both sides in in-depth collaboration on the education and development of research platforms of surgical robot systems.

A groundbreaking study led by Michael Pittman, Assistant Professor at CUHK’s School of Life Sciences and Thomas G. Kaye of the Foundation for Scientific Advancement in Sierra Vista, the United States, has uncovered intricate tattoo designs on 1,200-year-old mummified human remains from Peru’s Chancay culture using laser-stimulated fluorescence (LSF) technology.

Professor Irwin King of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and Professor Xing Guoliang of the Department of Information Engineering have been elected Fellows of Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) for the Class of 2024. Professor King is recognised for his contributions to the theory and applications of machine learning in social computing. Professor Xing is acknowledged for his contributions to embedded AI and mobile computing systems.

Thirteen research projects led by CUHK have received grants totalling over HK$69 million from the Collaborative Research Fund (CRF) 2024-25 by the Research Grants Council (RGC). Among them, eight projects have been awarded a Collaborative Research Project Grant, two received a Collaborative Research Equipment Grant and three secured a Young Collaborative Research Grant.

CUHK has 11 subjects ranking among the world’s top 100 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2025. The subjects in the top 100 are Education Studies, Medical and Health, Computer Science, Business and Economics, Social Sciences, Engineering, Law, Physical Sciences, Psychology, Life Sciences, and Arts and Humanities.

The Office of Student Affairs hosted the inaugural Minor Programme and Learning Expo 2025 on 16 January at Yasumoto International Park, attracting over 800 participants.

The CUHK community gathered on campus to showcase the spirit of diversity and inclusion through the universal language of “tea”, honouring the rich traditions that connect us all.

CUHK students have given the highest score for their learning environment among local universities funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC), according to information from the UGC.

The Teaching and Learning Innovation Expo, an annual event at CUHK which provides a platform for educators to exchange innovative teaching ideas and practices, was held at CUHK on 11-12 December. Since its inception in 2007, the Expo is jointly organised by the Centre for Learning Enhancement And Research, the Centre for eLearning Innovation and Technology, and the Information Technology Services Centre.

CUHK mourns the passing of Mr David A. Gilkes, former University Bursar, on 2 January 2025 at his residence in the United Kingdom.

It was a night filled with gratitude and nostalgia as more than 400 staff members of CUHK gathered on 18 December to bid adieu to Professor Rocky S. Tuan, who is stepping down as the eighth Vice-Chancellor and President of the University on 7 January.

CUHK’s Department of Chinese Language and Literature recently held an awards ceremony for the Ninth Literary CUHK Essay Competition.

The Jockey Club Museum of Climate Change (MoCC) of CUHK is dedicated to supporting individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to take action to reduce carbon emissions and embrace a sustainable way of life.

The Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong recently announced funding results for the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)/RGC Joint Research Scheme 2024/25. Sixteen projects from CUHK have received funding, the highest among University Grants Committee-funded institutions in both number of projects and total funding amount.

Professor Chen Shih-chi and Professor Siew Ng are among the five scholars who received the BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize (STIP) 2024 on 16 December for their outstanding research achievements. They will each receive a prize of HK$2 million.

CUHK recently joined hands with Fudan University, home of the National Language Promotion Base, to establish a Hong Kong base on the campus.

CUHK hosted the Professional Forum for High Density Electronic Packaging Materials and Devices in the Greater Bay Area on 23 November, gathering a hundred top experts to discuss the future development of the field.

The Office of Student Affairs celebrated a decade of supporting young social entrepreneurs at the 10th anniversary and award presentation ceremony of its Social Enterprise Startup Scheme on 29 November.

CUHK Visuals is your new gateway to exploring the beautiful campus of CUHK and revisiting cherished memories. With an initial catalogue of more than 670 images, this captivating collection showcases the university’s architecture, iconic landmarks, flora and fauna, historical events and aerial photos, together with snapshots of vibrant events and the rich tapestry of student life.

In the ShanghaiRanking’s global ranking of academic subjects 2024, CUHK has 11 subjects making it to the world’s top 50, with six of them coming first in Hong Kong. These include Biomedical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Clinical Medicine, Geography, Communication and Nursing.

CUHK’s Faculty of Medicine has received Asia’s first Histotripsy 2.0 system as a donation from the Li Ka Shing Foundation (Foundation). The system will officially commence operations next year, focusing on liver cancer treatment in the beginning.

The much-anticipated annual Alumni Homecoming has attracted over 6,800 alumni and their families to register for the splendid gathering at the University Mall on 23 November to rekindle their fond memories.

A total of 61 students were awarded the Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarship this year in recognition of their excellent academic performance.

CUHK’s Co-operative Education Programme (Co-op@CUHK) has been working with Invest Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Police Force to nurture work-ready talent for the public sector, training more than 10 students on placement in the past three years.

A delegation comprising representatives from the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the People’s Government of Yunnan Province and more than 30 students and teachers from top Yunnan universities visited CUHK on 11 November, marking the second exchange of the kind between the two places.

In the newly announced QS Asia University Rankings 2025, CUHK has been placed 6^th, four places higher than last year. This is the eighth consecutive year that it has been ranked among Asia's top 10.

About 200 delegates from Belt and Road countries and the mainland gathered at CUHK to discuss technological innovation and synergistic development at a sub-forum of the Greater Bay Area Science Forum hosted by the University on 12 November.

School of Life Sciences Professor Apple Chui Pui-yi has won the Falling Walls Science Breakthrough of the Year 2024 award in the Science Engagement category with her project that has inspired more than 1,000 Hong Kong school students to take part in coral conservation.

A CUHK programme that raises public awareness of dementia has received a HK$5 million funding boost from a charity gala dinner to upgrade its service with artificial intelligence.

Non-local students joined hands with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) in the Cultural Extravaganza last month, presenting their diverse cultures to more than 3,000 staff and students.

CUHK hosted the Joint-University Mass Dance 2024 on 6 December, gathering hundreds of talented dancers from ten universities. The University Mall turned into a lively dance floor, where dancers showcased their spectacular performance. The event attracted a large crowd cheering and clapping for the dancers.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong is a comprehensive research-led university in Hong Kong delivering high-quality education on both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and serving the community with its cutting-edge research capability.

Professor Yau Shing-tung, who has half-century ties with CUHK since his undergraduate years, has endowed US$1 million to establish mathematics professorship at CUHK. “During my time as a student, many mentors profoundly influenced my academic development and research.

The sixth Distinguished Alumni-in-Residence Programme, under the theme “Cultural heritage journey from Hong Kong to the world”, was held from 17 to 19 October. The programme this year featured Dr Louis Ng, Director of the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM).

Professor Kathy Lui and Professor Miao Qian have been awarded the CAS-Croucher Funding Scheme for Joint Laboratories, which is an initiative to encourage researchers in Hong Kong universities and Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) research institutes to work together on highly specific scientific topics.

CUHK received a donation of HK$30 million from Dr and Mrs Kong Ho-pak and GS Charity Foundation to establish the CUHK Centre for Buddhist Studies and a named professorship, promoting high-quality Buddhist studies, nurturing talent and enhancing public education in Buddhism.

United College has launched the Young Fellowship Academy, aiming to nurture future leaders for Hong Kong society. Each year, the Academy will recruit 10 to 12 students to participate in a 20-month leadership training programme, which includes high-table dinners, overseas exchanges, and interacting with distinguished senior mentors.

The CUEA Happy Hour Talk Series, co-organised by the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and the Alumni Affairs Office, took place at The Infinity Room, a student-led café on campus on 10 October.

CUHK hosted its Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions on 19 October, welcoming over 60,000 visitors, a number which included secondary school teachers, students and parents.

CUHK organised a concert titled “The 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China – Lin Ling Guzheng Ensemble Performance: Resounding Rhythm of the Prosperous Nation” on 15 October.

The Wellness and Counselling Centre of the Office of Student Affairs hosted a mental health self-care promotion event between 24-26 September 2024. “New Term, New Ways to Self-Care” attracted over 1,300 students and staff at the Cultural Square on campus, offering a range of activities designed to promote mental well-being.

Tencent has joined CUHK’s Co-operative Education Programme (Co-op@CUHK) this year as a key corporate partner, supporting aspiring students in their career development in the Greater Bay Area.

To strengthen ties and foster collaboration between the Hong Kong and Shenzhen campuses, the CUHK Campuses Collaboration Office (CCCO) co-organised the first mutual campus tours as part of a quarterly initiative.

Chung Chi College held its second Young Leaders Award ceremony on 20 September. Sponsored by AIA International Limited, the award recognised 10 new students for their outstanding performances in various areas.

CUHK reached 44th in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, nine slots up from last year, delivering its best performance in the league table since its launch in 2010.

A total of 404 CUHK academics have been listed among the world’s top 2% scientists in 2024 in a database created by Stanford University.

Professor James J. Heckman, a Nobel Laureate in Economic Sciences in 2000, joined CUHK as a Distinguished Professor-at-Large in January, for a period of three years.

The CUHK Library is planning to establish a reliable bilingual platform for publishing academic research from Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China, promoting open access in the academia in the region.

CUHK’s fourth Innovation Day held last month was a vibrant celebration of the University’s research and entrepreneurship, showcasing CUHK startups and featuring thematic talks about clean energy solutions.

The CUHK Entrepreneurship Day 2024 gathered more than 40 startup projects from over 100 alumni and staff in a wide range of activities last month, fostering knowledge exchange and sharing business insights among alumni, students, faculty members and investors.

Twenty-five professors from CUHK have obtained funding support worth over RMB41.7 million from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). Among them, seven professors are awarded funding from the “National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars”, the highest level of young research talent development program under the foundation.

CUHK has admitted around 800 non-local students this year. They come with diverse qualifications and entered CUHK with outstanding academic results in a wide range of public examinations.

The University Library has introduced a new initiative in promoting literature, including works from CUHK members, and nourishing a culture of reading and writing on campus.

CUHK is committed to preventing sexual harassment and discrimination through comprehensive education and training.

CUHK’s Care Service Team visited more than 200 elderly residents in the past two weekends, giving them CUHK Mooncakes as gifts ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Three professors from the Faculty of Medicine have been named among the country’s top five and the best among Hong Kong institutions in the ”Best Female Scientists in the World 2024 Ranking” released recently by Research.com, a leading academic platform for researchers.

CUHK has reaffirmed its enduring commitment to racial diversity and inclusion by participating in the Racial Diversity and Inclusion Charter for Employers instituted by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC).

CUHK’s Rowing Team attained impressive results at the HILX Challenge Cup Hong Kong Universities Rowing Championships 2024, held from 24-25 August on the banks of the Shing Mun River.

Nine CUHK students who are also scholars of Bai Xian Asia Institute’s Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program have spent an exciting summer at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, learning about digital transformation and Chinese cultural heritage along with their peers from the region.

About 130 non-local new students received a warm welcome by the Office of Student Affairs on the Multicultural Fun Day on 23 August, connecting with fellow freshmen and learning about the diverse environment of CUHK.

The Social Enterprise Startup Scheme of the Office of Student Affairs has awarded funding to six student teams this summer, covering a wide range of interesting business initiatives.

Four CUHK scholars have received awards from the 2024-25 Research Grants Council (RGC) Senior Research Fellow Scheme and RGC Research Fellow Scheme in recognition of their distinguished research achievements.

CUHK dedicates to integrating research, innovation and enterprise for the translation of research into tangible benefits and the delivery of innovation to the world.

The Presidents’ Forum 2024 of the Belt and Road Alliance for Traditional Chinese Medicine was held at CUHK on 16 August.

Students who have started full-time placements with Standard Chartered in the Greater Bay Area under CUHK’s Co-operative Education Programme (Co-op@CUHK) say the experience is deepening their interest and confidence in pursuing a career in the region.

CUHK is ranked the third in Hong Kong by the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) drawn up by ShanghaiRanking Consultancy.

The University has admitted three “super top scorers” (Level 5** in seven subjects) and two top scorers (Level 5** in six subjects) in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) examination through JUPAS and the School Nominations Direct Admission Scheme this year, the highest among all tertiary institutions in Hong Kong.

Co-hosted by CUHK, the Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress was held between 10 and 13 June in Bangkok. The event saw a convergence of some 3,000 academics, global thought leaders and innovators in sustainability to discuss ways to foster sustainable development globally.

In the newly released U.S. News and World Report's Best Global Universities Rankings, CUHK has been placed 42^nd and has come on top in Hong Kong for the second time.

CUHK has achieved brilliant results in the Research Grants Council’s latest funding exercises, with it securing the most funded projects in Early Career Scheme, and coming first in both number of projects and funding amount in the fellowship scheme for humanities and social sciences subjects.

The CUHK robotics team staged an exhilarating game in this year’s Robocon Hong Kong contest held in late June, with the Wonder Seed team crowned champion and the Golden Farmer team landing first runner-up.

Professor Stuart McManus of Department of History has received this year’s Dan David Prize, the world’s largest history prize, making him the first scholar from an Asian university to receive the honour since it was established in 2001.

The first cohort of students taking the interdisciplinary data analytics and X double major were making a trip to the Greater Bay Area from 20 to 23 May.

From 1 to 2 June, the CUHK Dragon Boat Team participated in the inaugural International Elite Universities Water Sports Open in Huzhou, Zhejiang province.

CUHK hosted the 1st International Symposium on Humour Pedagogical Approaches on 24 May at the Esther Lee Building. Jointly organised by the Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and the University of Hong Kong, approximately 100 participants joined face-to-face and on Zoom.

12 CUHK students went on an 8-day immersive learning experience in Shenyang between 19-26 May, where they engaged in cross-cultural dialogues, explored local universities and enterprises, and delved into the rich heritage of Shenyang.

Six students from CUHK’s Faculty of Medicine were awarded the Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2024 on 11 June. Established by the government’s Innovation and Technology Commission, the scholarships helps recognise talented students who possess a passion for innovation and technology. Each of the 25 awardees will receive up to HK$150,000 to participate in a series of elite training programmes, including overseas/ mainland research attachment, mentorship programmes, and achievements showcases.

CUHK has placed 44th in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024, a rise of 39 places from the previous year. Of special note is how CUHK received an overall score of 92.4, highlighting its significant progress in advancing the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

CUHK, CUHK-Shenzhen and Guangdong province signed a work plan on 21 May, agreeing to jointly contribute HK$90 million over the coming three years to promote intensive scientific research collaborations.

CUHK has hosted a two-day exchange programme for its European partners in the Translational European-Asian Network (TEA-NET), which was formed last December to foster research collaborations and exchanges in translational medicine.

Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, Li Ka Shing Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean (Research) of Medicine, has received the prestigious Jiménez Díaz Lecture Award in recognition of his contribution to the development of non-invasive prenatal tests by discovering free fetal DNA in maternal blood, and his discovery of free DNA as a non-invasive biomarker to detect other diseases like cancer.

Professor Song Xinyuan, Chair of the Department of Statistics, has been elected to the fellowship of the Institute of Mathematical Statistics (IMS).

Professor Clement Tham Chee-yung, Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, and Professor Calvin Pang Chi-pui, S.H. Ho Research Professor of Visual Sciences, have been named in “The Ophthalmologist Power List 2024” for their contributions, leadership and influence in the field worldwide.

Nine speakers, including CUHK professors and guests from outside, inspired students with their colourful life stories in TEDxCUHK 2024 on May 18, a full-day event organised by 30 students with the support of the Office of Student Affairs.

The second “Walk for Excellence: Project E Walkathon” of Chung Chi College was held on 18 May 2024 at the Peak on Hong Kong Island. It attracted over a hundred alumni and supporters to participate in the event with their family members and friends, generating strong momentum for the development of the College.

Professor Francis Chan and Professor Siew Ng from CU Medicine have been elected as Foreign Members of the Academia Europaea for their distinguished achievements in the advancement and propagation of excellence in scholarship in medicine, for the betterment of public health. They are also the only Hong Kong scholars in the Clinical & Veterinary Science section in 2024.

Aisana Bassagarinova, a bright and ambitious Year 1 Science student, hailed from Kazakhstan has embarked on an inspiring journey at CUHK. She was drawn to the University’s global recognition, collegiate system, and sprawling campus, which direct all her efforts towards applying solely to CUHK.

A collaborative study led by Professor Martin Stolterfoht, Vice-Chancellor Early Career Professor in the Department of Electronic Engineering, identified a key degradation loss in perovskite solar cells that determines their operational lifetime.

The first CUHK Capstone Project Presentation Competition was organised by the English Language Teaching Unit to provide a university-wide platform for final year students from across the faculties to showcase their public speaking skills and the outcomes of their year-long capstone projects.

CUHK has achieved unprecedented success at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva 2024, winning a stunning 32 awards. The exhibition is widely regarded as one of the most important annual global events dedicated solely to inventions.

A delegation of Hong Kong higher education institutions led by Secretary for Education Dr Choi Yuk-lin,visited Beijing from 8 May to 10 May.

Four engagement sessions were arranged on 25 April by the Search Committee for the Appointment of the Next Vice-Chancellor (Search Committee) for the CUHK community to express their views on desirable qualities and personal attributes of the next Vice-Chancellor before a global search is launched.

The Council of CUHK has approved the appointment of Professor Tsang Hon-ki as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for five years, with effect from 1 May 2024.

On 18 April, Professor Wong Hung from the Department of Social Work shared his thoughts on his three-decade-long works on poverty eradication at the last session of I·CARE Salon this semester, an iconic programme under the University Lecture on Civility.

In the newly announced Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2024, CUHK has been placed 10th. This is the seventh consecutive year that it has been ranked among Asia’s top 10.

The 6th I·CARE Book Festival has successfully come to an end. The theme of this year’s Festival was “Reading Together”, which featured a series of activities including the Book Crossing Pavilion, Book Talks, I·CARE Theatre 2023-24 and ULC Buddy’s Exhibition.