Are you wondering how to identify the right funders to scale your impact projects or pitch your impact projects to potential funders? Join us for the Funder Insights Webinar Series, where CUHK academics can explore the impact philosophies and funding approaches of leading foundations to drive systemic social change. you will gain invaluable tips on securing funding for your impact projects, tackling critical social issues through your research outcomes with funders. In the upcoming webinar on 30 July 2025 (Wednesday), Ms Cecilia Ho, President of Lee Hysan Foundation, will share the Foundation’s mission, core funding priorities, and its approach to assessing social impact. Participants will gain insights into successful partnerships with academia and cross-sector collaborators, and learn how to design projects that are both impactful and scalable from a funder’s perspective. The session will also offer practical advice for academics seeking to engage foundations in driving systemic and sustainable change. DetailsDate: 30 July 2025 (Wednesday)Time: 11:00 – 11:30 amMode: ZoomMedium: EnglishRegistration: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13711680 *Successful registrants will receive an email notification on or before 29 July to confirm their registration. SpeakerMs Cecilia HoPresident, Lee Hysan Foundation Cecilia is the President of Lee Hysan Foundation. She is a member of the Security Bureau’s Fight Crime Committee, an advisor to Our Hong Kong Foundation, and a member of HKCSS’s Strategy Committee on Co-Creation. She also serves on advisory committees at HKU’s Department of Social Work and Social Administration and HKAPA’s School of Drama. Prior to joining the Foundation, Cecilia had a distinguished career spanning over three decades in globally renowned financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Standard Chartered Bank. She earned her BBA with honors from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and was presented the Hall of Honor by the University’s College of Business in 2010. She was awarded the Honorary University Fellowship by HKU in 2019 and the University Fellowship by PolyU in 2024.

Lillian shared SIP’s background. mission. and philosophy of impact investment during the webinar (Photo: Social Innovation Team) The Funder Insights Webinar Series: Social Impact Partners welcomed approximately 30 participants on 16 July 2025. Ms Lillian Li, Executive Director of Social Impact Partners (SIP), delivered an insightful presentation, sharing SIP’s background, mission, and philosophy of impact investment. A key focus was the Dual Value Proposition, emphasising a balanced approach to profit and social impact, which ensures financial sustainability alongside measurable social impact. Lillian also explored the spectrum of capital, providing a detailed overview of the funding landscape for impact projects and ventures in Hong Kong. This empowered participants to identify suitable funding models tailored to their initiatives, enhancing their ability to secure support for impactful projects and ventures. The Q&A session was highly engaging, with many participants raising questions, particularly about SIP’s mechanism for investing in social enterprises, reflecting strong interest in this area. The webinar fostered valuable discussions, equipping attendees with practical strategies to align their projects with appropriate funding opportunities. The recording of the webinar is now available here. Interested parties are welcome to access the archive to learn more. Building on this success, we invite you to join our upcoming session on 23 July 2025, featuring Mr Matthew Lee, Assistant Vice President of HKEX Foundation. Don’t miss this chance to gain further insights with impact-driven professionals. Register here to secure your spot! Moreover, Lillian will speak at Startup 101: Driving Social Impact and Sustainable Growth on 25 July 2025, discussing strategies for creating social impact through startups and practical approaches to sustaining long-term business growth. If you are interested, please register here. Additionally, Social Innovation Team is now offering Impact Consultation sessions for CUHK academics and researchers. Whether you’re dreaming up a new initiative or refining an existing one, we’re here to help you explore funding opportunities, connect with potential partners, and turn your research into real-world impact. Reserve your session here. Lillian was answering questions raised by the participants (Photo: Social Innovation Team)  Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-funder-insights-webinar-series-social-impact-partners-16-july-2025

「AI啟創未來：投資者眼光」深入探索人工智能（AI）如何為初創企業注入創新動能，並從頂尖投資者及業界專家的視角，揭示成功融資與技術商業化的關鍵策略。本次講座旨在匯聚創業精英、投資者及學術界人士，推動香港的AI創業生態圈發展，促進跨領域合作與知識交流。活動不僅為有志創業者提供實戰指引，更為潛在投資者揭示AI初創的機遇與挑戰，持續引領創新創業浪潮。 🗓活動詳情日期：2025年 7月 25 日（星期五）【香港時間】時間：下午 4:00至 5:30 (GMT +8)地點：香港中文大學創博館UGA室語言：廣東話活動形式：爐邊談話

Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry (9th from right), Hon. Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member – Technology & Innovation Constituency (10th from right), Prof. Mai-har Sham, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research), CUHK (8th from left) and representatives from other co-organizing universities (Photo: HKSTP)On July 11, 2025, the HKSTP hosted the GUIN Inauguration Ceremony cum Grand Kick-off of Hong Kong Techathon+ 10th Anniversary. Co-organized with 15 local tertiary institutions, including CUHK, the event was officiated by Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, HKSAR as the Guest of Honour. Hon. Duncan Chiu, Legislative Council Member – Technology & Innovation Constituency and Prof. Mai-har Sham, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Research) of CUHK also joined as the on-stage guest to launched the Global University Innovation Network (GUIN) and celebrated a decade of Techathon+ fostering innovation. GUIN, a collaboration with global universities, promotes entrepreneurial education and research commercialization, enhancing Hong Kong’s global I&T presence. Techathon+ 2025 engaged over 1,800 innovators across 380+ teams, pitching solutions in AI, sustainability, digital economy, and smart cities. CUHK startups showcased innovations, aligning with Hong Kong’s STEM priorities. The event highlighted HKSTP’s role in nurturing talent and kick-starting one of the flagship innovation events in Hong Kong. Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, HKSAR (Photo: HKSTP) Group photo (Photo: HKSTP) Group photo (Photo: HKSTP) Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-guin-inauguration-ceremony-cum-grand-kick-off-of-hong-kong-techathon-10th-anniversary

Group Photos (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS) On June 19, 2025, CUHK hosted an inspiring Startup 101 session featuring Mr. Wilson Tai, Co-founder and COO of FundFluent. The event was designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with practical tools for product realization, focusing on business model development and validation. Wilson shared his expertise on crafting effective business models, emphasizing their importance and methods for validation. His insights provided actionable strategies for attendees to refine their startup ideas and ensure market fit. The session fostered dynamic discussions, with participants posing thoughtful questions and receiving tailored advice, creating a collaborative learning environment. We extend our gratitude to Wilson and all participants for their contributions to this successful event.  Mr. Wilson Tai, Co-founder and COO of FundFluent (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS) Startup 101: Business Model Validation (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS) Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-startup-101-business-model-validation

Are you wondering how to identify the right funders to scale your impact projects or pitch your impact projects to potential funders? Join us for the Funder Insights Webinar Series, where CUHK academics can explore the impact philosophies and funding approaches of leading foundations to drive systemic social change. you will gain invaluable tips on securing funding for your impact projects, tackling critical social issues through your research outcomes with funders. The upcoming session on 23 July 2025 (Wednesday) will feature Mr Matthew Lee, Assistant Vice President of HKEX Foundation. Discover how the Foundation drives sustainable change through its core philosophies, innovative partnership models, and social impact strategies. Gain practical insights to enhance your project’s funding potential and amplify its social impact. DetailsDate: 23 July 2025 (Monday)Time: 4:00 – 4:30 pmMode: ZoomMedium: EnglishRegistration: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13711678* *Successful registrants will receive an email notification on or before 22 July to confirm their registration. SpeakerMr Matthew LeeAssistant Vice President, HKEX Foundation Matthew Lee is the Assistant Vice President of the HKEX Foundation, which established in 2020 to address social and environmental challenges by supporting local charities and social enterprises in launching over 100 community projects. Prior to joining HKEX Foundation in 2021, Matthew was with different corporate and family foundations while serving over 15 years in social work profession. His diverse community service background contributed to his role as a part-time lecturer and fieldwork supervisor, where he also founded a social enterprise. Matthew holds a Bachelor of Social Work from The University of Hong Kong and a Master of Arts in Social Service Management from the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

On July 16, the “Publishing 3.0+ –HK Smart e-Book Hub “Launch Ceremony was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wanchai, as part of the Hong Kong Book Fair 2025. The ceremony was officiated by Miss. Rosanna LAW, JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, who delivered the opening address. The ceremony featured distinguished speakers including Hon. Kenneth FOK, BBS, JP, Chairman of “Publishing 3.0+”, and Hon. Duncan CHIU, both Legislative Council members, alongside Mr. Rashid Al Kous, representative from the UAE Publishers Association, who served as a keynote speaker.  The event attracted notable international participation, with representatives from copyright associations across the UAE, Singapore, United Kingdom, Malaysia and Japan attending to witness this pivotal moment for Hong Kong’s publishing sector.   The current “Publishing 3.0+” initiative will comprehensively enhance the application of artificial intelligence by integrating technologies from the Hong Kong Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM) and CUHK-bred AI unicorn SenseTime Group Limited. This initiative aims to improve content conversion and translation capabilities to help the industry expand into the Belt and Road and other overseas markets. Our office’s new publication, 《「學人」搞社創2.0》, was invited to participate in the project by tagging the AI techniques’ text-to-speech translation function.  Miss. Rosanna LAW outlined the plans for developing large language models to strengthen multilingual translation and content conversion capabilities, further enhancing the quality of e-books and audiobooks. The initiative aims to showcase 10,000 e-books and audiobooks at international book fairs within the coming months, demonstrating Hong Kong’s expanded digital publishing capacity.   The “Publishing 3.0+” launch ceremony represents a transformative moment for Hong Kong’s creative industries, demonstrating the successful integration of cutting-edge technology with traditional publishing practices. Through strategic international partnerships, comprehensive AI implementation, and ambitious expansion goals, this initiative positions Hong Kong as a global leader in digital publishing innovation while preserving and promoting cultural exchange across diverse linguistic communities.  About the book: https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/book-launch/   The book is now on sale at the Hong Kong Book Fair 2025, available at the JointPublisher booth 1E-B04.  Promotion video: https://youtu.be/QQbdKCluKL4?si=jHynM8jchoYD3Yzh  Press Release:   HKDC 香港商報  |  Commercial Radio    Group photos of guests and industry partners. (Photo: Publishing 3.0+) Miss. Rosanna LAW , JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism. (Photo: Publishing 3.0+) Mrs Lowell CHO, Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries, Hon. Duncan CHIU, Legislative Council member, Miss. Rosanna LAW, JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Hon. Kenneth FOK, BBS, JP, Chairman of “Publishing 3.0+”, Dr. Sharon WONG, executive director of the Hong Kong Reprographic Rights Licensing Society.  (From left to right) (Photo: Publishing 3.0+) During his address, Hon. Kenneth FOK emphasized the initiative’s commitment to fostering collaboration with publishing institutions across the Asia-Pacific region and Belt and Road countries, particularly focusing on multilingual content conversion and cultural translation between Chinese and Arabic languages to promote quality content in international markets. This strategic approach underscores Hong Kong’s role as a cultural bridge between East and West. (Photo: ORKTS)  Hon. Duncan CHIU highlighted the comprehensive integration of artificial intelligence throughout the publishing workflow, encompassing content generation, rights management, and multilingual translation capabilities, with various AI tools significantly enhancing overall operational efficiency. This technological advancement positions Hong Kong’s publishing sector at the forefront of industry innovation. (Photo: ORKTS) Dr. Sharon WONG, executive director of the Hong Kong Reprographic Rights Licensing Society and chairman of Publishing3.0+, provided insight into the symbolic meaning of the “+” in “Publishing 3.0+”, representing three dimensions of extension and deepening: “collaborative expansion,” “cross-cultural connectivity,” and “intelligent upgrading”. (Photo: ORKTS)  Mr. Lewis Fung, Managing Director of Asia Pacific Business Group – HK & Macau of SenseTime Group Limited.  (Photo: ORKTS)  Stay tuned for our upcoming book launch events! (Photo: ORKTS)

CUHK InnoPort X CUHK Summer Institute | From Students to Startups: A Generational Dialogue on Innovation (21 Jul 2025)To facilitate the exploration of diverse academic fields and provide valuable insights into future studies at CUHK, Summer Institute (SI), a two-week summer programme specifically designed for local and international high school students aged approximately 16-17 (S.4 to S.5 or equivalent) will be organized. In collaboration with the Office of Academic Links (OAL), InnoPort will invite InnoPeers to introduce entrepreneurship within CUHK to the SI students. Details of the workshop are as follows: Date: 21 Jul 2025 (Monday)Time: 12 – 2 p.m. Venue: UGA Event Hall, InnoPortMode: Physical modeLanguage: English Enquiries: InnoPort Team, ORKTS (innoport@cuhk.edu.hk)

Date: 22 July 2025 (Tuesday)Time: 15:00 – 16:00Format: HybridVenue: UGA, InnoPort, CUHK and Online BroadcastLanguage: EnglishTarget: Researchers, innovators, and professionals in the medical sector interested in patent protectionRegistration: https://campaigns.hkpc.org/en/rsvp-strategy-for-patent-protection-commercialisation-in-the-medical-sector Facilitator:Ms. Tracy PangAssistant Director for IP and Licensing Speaker:Ms. Yolanda WangPrincipal, Eagle IP Patent protection and commercialization are vital components in the medical sector, driving innovation and ensuring that new medical technologies and treatments can be effectively brought to market. By safeguarding intellectual property, patents provide inventors with the exclusive rights needed to secure investments and foster further research and development. This protection encourages the creation of groundbreaking medical solutions, ultimately benefiting public health and patient care. This training will delve into key strategies for securing and leveraging patents within the medical field. Participants will gain insights into the patent application process, learn how to handle potential disputes, and explore effective commercialization techniques. The speaker will also provide attendees with practical knowledge and case studies to enhance their patent strategy and maximize the commercial potential of their innovations. Topic: Strategy for Patent Protection & Commercialisation in the Medical Sector Patent protection and commercialization are vital components in the medical sector, driving innovation and ensuring that new medical technologies and treatments can be effectively brought to market. By safeguarding intellectual property, patents provide inventors with the exclusive rights needed to secure investments and foster further research and development. This protection encourages the creation of groundbreaking medical solutions, ultimately benefiting public health and patient care.This training will delve into key strategies for securing and leveraging patents within the medical field. Participants will gain insights into the patent application process, learn how to handle potential disputes, and explore effective commercialization techniques. The speaker will also provide attendees with practical knowledge and case studies to enhance their patent strategy and maximize the commercial potential of their innovations. Key Topics: Importance of Patents in the Medical Field Resolving Potential Disputes over Medical Innovations Impact of Licensing Mechanism for Medical Innovations Join now to gain insightful perspectives that can strengthen your IP strategy in the medical field! Enquiry:  IP and Technology Licensing Team | Email: iptl@cuhk.edu.hkMs CHEUNG | +852 2788 5411 | winniec@hkpc.org Mr TSANG | +852 2789 5194 | samueltsang@hkpc.org