Group photo at the opening ceremony of the Eco Expo Asia 2025. (Photo: HKTDC) The 20th edition of Eco Expo Asia, themed Green Innovations for Carbon Neutrality, was successfully held from 28 to 31 October 2025 at the AsiaWorld-Expo. The event was jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and co-organised by the Environment and Ecology Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR). The Chinese University of Hong Kong showcased four innovative projects at this year’s event, which attracted over 11,000 buyers from 118 countries and regions, and some 340 exhibitors from 13 countries and regions, encompassing a wide variety of cutting-edge environmental products and technologies. Opening speech addressed by Mr. YU Huiwen (Vice Minister, Ministry of Ecology and Environment of the People’s Republic of China) (Photo: HKTDC) Opening speech addressed by The Hon TSE Chin-wan, BBS, JP (Secretary for Environment and Ecology, HKSAR Government) (Photo: HKTDC) Opening speech addressed by Ms. Sophia CHONG (Executive Director, HKTDC) (Photo: HKTDC) Dr. Simon WANG, representative of Luquos Energy Limited (under TSSSU scheme). (Photo: KTO) Mr. Ronaldo CHAN, representative of ReHarmony Limited. (under TSSSU scheme) (Photo: KTO) Project representative of BactOPack Limited, Dr. Ada LAU (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, CUHK). (Photo: KTO) Dr. Simon WANG (representative of Luquos Energy Limited, third from left) introduced his project to the visitors. (Photo: KTO) Mr. Ronaldo CHAN (representative of ReHarmony Limited; first from right) introduced his project to the visitors. (Photo: KTO) Project representative of BactOPack Limited, Dr. Ada LAU (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, CUHK; second from left) introduced her project to the visitors. (Photo: KTO) Dr. Simon WANG (representative of Luquos Energy Limited) presented his project to buyers at the Buyer Briefing Session. (Photo: KTO) Project representative of BactOPack Limited, Dr. Ada LAU (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, CUHK; second from left) introduced her project to Dr. Samuel CHUI, JP (Director of Environmental Protection, HKSAR Government; second from right). (Photo: HKTDC) Group photo of project representative of BactOPack Limited, Dr. Ada LAU (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, CUHK; right) and Dr. Samuel CHUI, JP (Director of Environmental Protection, HKSAR Government; left). (Photo: HKTDC) Prior to the exhibition, a press conference was held on 9 October 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The CUHK start-up companies BactOPack Limited and Luquos Energy Limited were invited to showcase their projects at the press conference. Dr. Vanessa AU, JP (Deputy Director of Environmental Protection, HKSAR Government; left) , Ms. Jenny KOO (Deputy Executive Director, HKTDC; right) sharing the mission and vision of the Eco Expo Asia 2025. (Photo: KTO) Dr. Simon WANG (representative of Luquos Energy Limited, first from right) introduced his project to the media. (Photo: KTO) Project investigator of BactOPack Limited, Prof. To NGAI (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, CUHK) introduced his project to the media. (Photo: KTO) Group photo of project representatives and KTO staff. (from left to right) Ms. Ariel YUEN (Knowledge Transfer Events Management Team, KTO), Mr. Eddie LEUNG (representative of Luquos Energy Limited), Dr. Simon WANG (representative of Luquos Energy Limited), Dr. Gene MAN (Knowledge Transfer Events Management Team, KTO), Prof. To NGAI (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science), Dr. Ada LAU (Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science), Ms. Tracy WONG (Knowledge Transfer Events Management Team, KTO), Ms. Anson IP (Knowledge Transfer Events Management Team, KTO), Ms. Joyce MAK (Knowledge Transfer Events Management Team, KTO). Details: https://kto.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-ecoexpoasoa2025-28-31-october-2025

香港青年協會（青協）自成立以來，致力透過多項專業及創新服務，積極回應青年的需要，並持續培育新生代積極參與建設，為社會、國家以至世界注入動力。 青年是社會未來的棟樑，香港的發展能否讓他們看見前景，有賴大家共同努力與啟發，攜手創造更多機遇與希望。在本會成立65周年的重要時刻，將於本年 11 月 26 日（三），假香港會議展覽中心舉辦「青協65 周年論壇：創變未來」，冀滙聚 300 名社會賢達、工商機構、政府部門、學者及青年代表，聚焦「人才培育」、「社會參與」及「健康環境」三大範疇，為有效推展青年工作分享睿智。 素仰閣下熱心青年事務，現誠摯邀請參與，攜手培育和支持青年發展，一同為青年創造有利成長的社會環境。 【青協 65 周年論壇：創變未來】 日期：2025 年 11 月 26 日(星期三) 時間：上午 9 時至下午 5 時 地點：香港會議展覽中心 S421-S425 室友好轉發 報名連結 : https://youthforum.hkfyg.org.hk/

You are cordially invited to attend Startup 101: Network Like You Want Dinner Tonight & Learn Public Speaking from a TEDx Speaker, a dynamic workshop designed to empower the CUHK startup community. This event will take place on Thursday, 20 Nov, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Room UGA, InnoPort, CUHK. 📖 About the SessionHosted by Mr. Shane Carlin, Founder, President, and CEO of Asian Student Achievement, this session will explore the art of networking and public speaking in entrepreneurship. With his extensive experience as a TEDx speaker and startup leader, Shane will share practical insights on:✨ Master Networking: Build key connections with investors and peers to grow your startup.🎤 Boost Public Speaking: Deliver confident pitches that captivate any audience.🤝 Practice Live: Refine your skills through hands-on exercises. 🗓 Event DetailsDate: 20 Nov, 2025 (Thu)Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMVenue: Room UGA, InnoPort, CUHKLanguage: English ✍ Register NOW to secure your spot! https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13719011 Don’t miss this opportunity to master networking and public speaking, and take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level!

圖一: 中國國際大學生創新大賽2025 – 總決賽 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 中國國際大學生創新大賽（2025）總決賽於2025年10月13日至15日在河南鄭州舉行。經過激烈角逐，香港中文大學（中大）「 用於下一代資料中心互聯的神經形態光學處理器」 項目獲得全場總季軍。中大學生共有五個項目獲得國家級金獎，兩個項目獲得國家級銀獎及一項目獲得國家級銅獎，成績為全港院校之冠。 本次比賽由教育部等11個部門會同河南省人民政府主辦，鄭州大學、鄭州市人民政府承辦，共有來自國內外161個國家和地區5673所學校的619萬個項目、2443萬人次報名參賽。總決賽共入圍項目4720個，涵蓋高等教育主賽道、「青年紅色築夢之旅」賽道、職教賽道、產業賽道、萌芽賽道五大類。 大賽期間還舉辦了「世界大學生創新大會 (2025)」。中國教育部、財政部等部門的司局代表，以及各省教育行政部門的代表，總計約350人參加，涵蓋了來自五大洲35個國家和地區的高校和機構。2025年港澳區域賽一等獎得主、中大伍穎曦博士受邀在大會上發表演講。她的發言圍繞著積極參與創新與創業，強調為推動科技進步貢獻力量的重要性，通過互相學習與借鑑，增進中外青年之間的友誼與交流。 伍穎曦博士的參賽項目「可用於治療血癌的 Fc 工程化 CD9 抗體」也獲邀在「中國國際大學生創新大賽優秀項目展」中展出，展示她在生物醫學領域的創新成果。伍博士的研究不僅展現了她的科學思維和技術能力，也反映了當前生物醫學領域在抗體方面的進展。 圖二: 獲得全國總季軍的中大參賽項目「用於下一代資料中心互聯的神經形態光學處理器」代表王本善 (左二)、知識轉移事務處處長徐仲鍈教授 (右一)及知識轉移事務處知識轉移活動主任黃曉媛 (左一) 合照留念 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖三: 中大參賽項目「用於下一代資料中心互聯的神經形態光學處理器」 代表王本善進行冠軍爭奪戰 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖四: 中大「用於下一代數據中心互聯的神經形態光學處理器」項目獲得全國總季軍 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖五: 中大五個金獎項目的代表 – 潘天樂 (右一) 、胡希韜 (右二) 、王本善 (右三)、陳瑋誠 (左三)、伍穎曦 (左二) 及知識轉移事務處代表黃曉媛 (左一)合照留念 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖六：2025年港澳區域賽一等獎項目代表、中大伍穎曦博士於「世界大學生創新大會 (2025)」中發表演講 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖七: 伍穎曦博士在「世界大學生創新大會 (2025)」結束後，接受了中國教育電視台訪問 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖八:知識轉移事務處處長徐仲鍈教授 (左一) 、伍穎曦博士 (左二) 及知識轉移事務處知識轉移活動主任黃曉媛 (右一) 於「中國國際大學生創新大賽優秀項目展」合照留念 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) Details: https://kto.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-%E3%80%8C%E4%B8%AD%E5%9C%8B%E5%9C%8B%E9%9A%9B%E5%A4%A7%E5%AD%B8%E7%94%9F%E5%89%B5%E6%96%B0%E5%A4%A7%E8%B3%BD2025%E3%80%8D%E6%B1%BA%E8%B3%BD-13-15-october-2025

Join us for an exclusive session from NTT Com Asia at CUHK InnoPort! 🚀Hosted by Mr. Phil McManus, Director of Innovations Discover cutting-edge insights on:✨ NTT Innovation Alliance Program Overview🌊 OCEAN Intelligence for Smart Infrastructure🤝 Collaboration to Empower CUHK Entrepreneurs Why attend?✅ Network with NTT Com Asia leaders✅ Gain actionable AI infrastructure knowledge✅ Explore collaboration & funding opportunities✅ Take your startup to the next level! 🗓 Date: Wed, 12 Nov, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM📍Venue: Room 2B, InnoPort, CUHK ✍ Register NOW: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13719670 Unlock AI-powered smart city solutions & build industry partnerships!

圖一: HICOOL 2025全球創業者峰會開幕儀式暨全球創業大賽 香港中文大學日前參與在北京首都國際會展中心舉行的HICOOL 2025全球創業者峰會，展出九項創新創業及醫療相關科研項目，展現大學在國際創新科研與知識轉移方面的領導地位。⋅ 本屆峰會以「打造全球創新創業生態之都」為主題，吸引了來自139個國家和地區的超過10,000個創業項目參加。會議重點圍繞科技創新、產業融合、國際合作及青年力量四大要素，旨在創建一場高品質、國際化及多元融合的創業嘉年華。 在開幕式上，北京市委書記尹力強調了北京充滿活力的創業生態系統，並指出其完備的教育體系及強大的科技基礎。此次峰會是北京市打造全球影響力人才創業品牌的重要探索，旨在激發創新創業的潛力。 活動期間，中華人民共和國香港特別行政區勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡先生親臨中大展區，與中大副校長（研究）岑美霞教授展開深入交流，了解大學的科研成果及創新領域的最新發展。 在為期三天的活動中，舉辦了超過100場高品質活動，促進全球科學家、企業家、投資者及青年創新者就最新科技趨勢進行深入討論，包括人形機器人、人工智能模型及激光技術等議題，推動技術、人才與資本的深度融合。 HICOOL 2025全球創業者峰會為香港中文大學提供了一個卓越的平台，不僅展示了創新項目，還促進了與北京動態創業生態系統的深入聯繫。 圖二: 香港中文大學副校長（研究）岑美霞教授（左二）與香港特區勞工及福利局局長孫玉菡先生（右二）在港中大展位合照 (照片來源: 知識轉移事務處) 圖三: 香港中文大學參會代表合照留念 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖四: 香港中文大學展位 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖五: 港中大項目「ACT-LLM 智慧系統：個性化ACT心理支援與專業輔導培訓」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖六: 港中大項目「無創大分子成像技術及其在肝纖維化診斷中的創新」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源:知識轉移事務處) 圖七: 港中大項目「用於 CAR-T 細胞工程的新型高效無病毒系統」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖八: 港中大項目「高效及低副作用的鼻咽癌創新療法」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖九: 港中大項目「XoBrace：提升膝部活動能力」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖十: 港中大項目「鎂縵生科再生增強系統：骨骼肌肉疾患的下一代解決方案」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖十一: 港中大項目「基於腸道微生物標誌物的結直腸癌無創試劑盒（M3CRC）」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖十二: 港中大項目「一項適用於大規模篩查妊娠期併發症的創新型三基因血液檢測法」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) 圖十三: 港中大項目「用於腔內組織操縱的系統和方法」代表向參會觀眾包括投資者、企業家、創新者進行路演展示 (照片來源: HICOOL) Details: https://kto.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-%E6%B4%BB%E5%8B%95%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%A7-hicool-2025%E5%85%A8%E7%90%83%E5%89%B5%E6%A5%AD%E8%80%85%E5%B3%B0%E6%9C%83-16-18-oct-2025

你有冇諗過一對繡花鞋都可以變成新一代時尚單品🌟？香港碩果僅存嘅手製繡花鞋店「先達商店」，自1958年開業至今已經67年。依家由90後第三代店主Miru Wong（王嘉琳）接手，佢將傳統工藝同時尚結合，設計出日常都可以搭配嘅繡花鞋。 今次訪談Miru將會同大家分享佢點樣創新改良傳統工藝，傳承家業精華嘅同時，成功令品牌年輕化🤩。訪談之後，仲有工作坊讓參加者親手體驗人手刺繡工藝✨🧵。 歡迎所有中大學生及教職員報名參加，名額非常有限，快啲報名啦🙌！ 活動詳情 📅 日期：2025年11月12日（星期三） 🕰️ 時間：14:30 – 17:00 📍 地點：大學圖書館地庫進學園及創客空間 🗣️ 語言：廣東話 🔗 報名：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13719127（成功報名者將收到電郵確認） 活動流程 🔹 第一部分：創業座談 （約45分鐘） 🔹 第二部分*：體驗工作坊 *A組：手工刺繡工作坊（約1.5小時，由Miru主持）#參加者須先完成「自家創作帆布袋刺繡工作坊」 *B組：刺繡機操作示範（約30分鐘，由創客空間主持） #自家創作帆布袋刺繡工作坊 日期：10月27日至11月7日，設有多個場次 地點：大學圖書館地庫創客空間

What is Knowledge Transfer Impact Project Fund (KT-IPF)? As part of a strategic restructuring of CUHK’s internal funding portfolio, the Knowledge Transfer Project Fund (KPF) has now concluded and will be succeeded by new initiative — the Knowledge Transfer Impact Project Fund (KT-IPF). The KT-IPF supports research-based, late-prototype projects with strong social innovation potential, aiming to transform academic knowledge into real-world solutions that create positive social impact and address pressing community needs. Eligibility Project Leader and Co-Leader(s) should be full-time CUHK staff on professoriate or research academic ranks. Other teaching staff will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All CUHK staff, students and non-CUHK members may join as team members. CUHK-affiliated ventures incorporated for more than 3 years Funding Amount Up to HK$200,000 for 1 year Assessment Criteria Impact in response to the social needs and immediate benefits to target beneficiaries – 30% Potential to engage wider audience or strengthen the community’s capacity to address social issues – 20% Relevancy to the research outputs -20% Innovativeness (i.e. new approach, procedure or method to address existing problem) – 15% Potential sustainability after the KT-IPF fund – 10% Performance of Prototyping – 5% Important dates 15th Sept 2025 – Call for Proposals 2nd Oct 2025 – Information Session 14th Nov 2025 – Submission Deadline Mid-Mar 2026 – Results Announcement 1st Apr 2026 – Project Commencement Previous funded impact projects Apply Here 

What is Knowledge Transfer Venture Impact Fund (KT-VIF)? As part of a strategic restructuring of CUHK’s internal funding portfolio, the Sustainable Knowledge Transfer Project Fund (S-KPF) has now concluded and will be succeeded by new initiative — the Knowledge Transfer Venture Impact Fund (KT-VIF). The KT-VIF supports CUHK academics-led ventures that turn applied research into sustainable, scalable solutions with clear social impact, fostering innovation-driven enterprises that address societal challenges through evidence-based and impactful approaches. Eligibility Project Leader and Co-Leader(s) should be full-time CUHK staff on professoriate or research academic ranks. Other teaching staff will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All CUHK staff, students and non-CUHK members may join as team members. Funding Amount Up to HK$300,000 for 2 years Support Business development consultancy Publicity and media engagement support Partnership liaison Assessment Criteria Social impact of the proposed business – 30% Relevance to underpinning research and innovativeness – 20% Viability and business readiness (e.g. business model, product-market fit) – 20% Project Management, Governance & Team Capability  – 20% Potential to attract investment (for company limited by shares) or funding from private foundation or government (for company limited by guarantee) – 10% Important dates 15th Sept 2025 – Call for Proposals 2nd Oct 2025 – Information Session 14th Nov 2025 – Submission Deadline Mid-Mar 2026 – Results Announcement 1st Apr 2026 – Project Commencement Apply Here