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Event Highlight | sideCHAIN 港鐵藝術舞臺現場直擊
【#活動回顧】sideCHAIN 港鐵藝術舞臺現場直擊
上週五(5月23日)傍晚,KALOS培育音樂創業家平台旗下、來自中大GroundMusic計劃的音樂組合 sideCHAIN——Jayson Chan(陳曉智)與 Chai Young(楊卓衡),在港鐵MTR Living Art Stage 帶來一場精彩絕倫的現場演出!
sideCHAIN 將爵士、J-Pop、Pop及R&B完美融合,現場觀眾無不被他們的音樂才華與舞台魅力深深吸引。繁忙都市中,這場音樂旅程為大家帶來片刻治癒與感動,掌聲與歡呼聲此起彼落,氣氛熱烈!
感謝每一位到場支持的朋友,你們的參與令活動圓滿成功!
@mtrhk@kalos.community@jaysingx@chaiikeys@kesterisdrumming@basss4life
【創業夢想,由中大創博館啟航】中大創博館一直致力支持創新與創業,無論你是學生、校友還是研究人員,只要你有創業夢想,歡迎隨時聯絡我們,一起連結創業社群,開拓無限可能!
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Continue readingEvent Highlight | Hong Kong Engineering Science and Technology (HKEST) Award 2024-25 Award Ceremony cum Distinguished Lectures (22 May 2025)
Hong Kong Engineering Science and Technology (HKEST) Award 2024-25 Award Ceremony cum Distinguished Lectures was held on 22nd May 2025, at the Hong Kong Polytechnique University. Organised by The Hong Kong Academy of Engineering (HKAE) and supported by the Innovation and Technology Fund, The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), HKSAR.
This year, Professor Jonathan Choi Chung-hang from the Department of Biomedical Engineering was recognized for his outstanding contributions in the field of engineering science and technology innovation.
Award presentation to Prof. Jonathan Choi Chung-hang (Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, middle) by Prof. Sun Dong, JP (left) and Ir Dr Alex Chan Siu-kun, SBS (right). (Photo by ORKTS)
Welcome Speech by Ir Dr Alex Chan Siu-kun, SBS. (Photo by ORKTS)
Opening remarks by Prof. Sun Dong, JP. (Photo by ORKTS)
ORKTS staff Dr. Gene Man (left) and Ms. Ariel Yuen (right) attending the award ceremony to show support to Prof. Jonathan Choi Chung-hang (Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, middle). (Photo by ORKTS)
Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-hong-kong-engineering-science-and-technology-hkest-award-2024-25-award-ceremony-cum-distinguished-lectures-22-may-2025
Continue readingEvent Highlight | Startup 101: A Journey through Product Realization (20 May 2025)
On May 20, 2025, CUHK hosted an inspiring Startup 101 session featuring Dr. Cathy Jim, Director of RHT NCCO Group. This event aimed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with practical tools for product realization. Dr. Jim shared her expertise on best practices for product development, addressing challenges like resource constraints and market alignment. Her actionable insights, drawn from extensive industry experience, offered attendees clear strategies to transform ideas into viable products.
The session fostered lively discussions, with participants asking thoughtful questions and receiving tailored advice, creating a collaborative learning environment. A dedicated networking session followed, enabling attendees to connect with CUHK startup teams and fellow entrepreneurs. This platform sparked meaningful exchanges, encouraging idea-sharing and potential partnerships within CUHK’s vibrant startup ecosystem.
Dr. Cathy Jim, Director of RHT NCCO Group (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS)
Dr. Desmond Cheng, Innovation and Impact Development Manager, VA Team, ORKTS (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS)
Startup 101: A Journey through Product Realization (Photo: VA Team, ORKTS)
Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-startup-101-a-journey-through-product-realization
Continue reading「第11屆香港大學生創新及創業大賽」決賽項目公開展覽及「第三期新一代粵港澳大灣區青年創業資助計劃」簡介會 暨 創業支援工作坊
第11屆「香港大學生創新及創業大賽」是全港目前規模最大、最具代表性的大學生創新及創業大賽,自2015年開始舉辦,至今踏入第11屆,參賽項目每年大幅增長,去屆賽事相較前年,已翻了近一倍。
為促進香港青年人才交流, 香港新一代文化協會將於2025年5月30日(星期五)下午2時至4時在香港觀塘榮業街2號振萬廣場14樓 舉行「大賽決賽作品公開展覽」。決賽項目參賽者將現場解說及交流。
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另外,為讓有意創業的朋友深入了解「第三期新一代粵港澳大灣區青年創業資助計劃」及創業路上種種機遇與挑戰,香港新一代文化協會創新及創業中心將於同日下午2-3時舉辦「第三期新一代粵港澳大灣區青年創業資助計劃」簡介會 暨 創業支援工作坊,當中邀請了往屆資助計劃的獲批創業團隊分享創業點滴及心得。
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Continue readingSummer Intern Workspace @InnoPort 2025
Are you prepared to take your summer productivity to new heights? We are excited to introduce the Summer Intern Workspace @ InnoPort for the year 2025, the perfect environment for hosting interns, exclusively available to our esteemed members.
🌞 Summer Intern Workspace @InnoPort 2025
Date & Time: June 15 – August 31, 2024, 9am – 6pm (exact date subject to confirmation of time)
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2 Workstations per company
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Apply here: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13710370/ (Deadline on 01 June 2025)
Apply today for a productive and inspiring workspace experience and make this summer a season of growth and innovation at InnoPort’s Summer Intern Workspace! 🚀🌴
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Continue reading【音樂演奏欣賞會】MTR Living Art Stage sideCHAIN & Friends — 躍動地下鐵
培育音樂創業家平台KALOS旗下、兩位音樂人將登上港鐵藝術舞臺,誠邀大家於5月23日(星期五)下午6:00至6:45,親臨中環站感受現場音樂魅力!
本次表演嘉賓為來自中大GroundMusic計劃的音樂組合 sideCHAIN——Jayson Chan(陳曉智)與 Chai Young(楊卓衡)。sideCHAIN 擅長將爵士融合J-Pop、Pop及R&B元素,創造出多元音樂風格,讓你在繁忙都市中享受一場治癒心靈的音樂之旅。他們的創作活力及舞台魅力,絕對不容錯過!
【關於中大創博館 InnoPort】
中大創博館是中大創新及創業者的基地,致力為創業路上的你提供資源、合作、交流及展示機會,連結校內外創業社群,助你將創意轉化為影響力。無論你是學生、校友或研究人員,歡迎聯絡我們,一起開拓創業新可能!
日期:2025年5月23日(星期五)
時間:下午6:00 – 6:45
地點:中環港鐵站 MTR Living Art Stage(收費區C出口附近)
立即標記日曆,約定你一齊支持音樂創業,感受創意與音樂的火花!如有查詢或有意加入中大創業社群,歡迎聯絡中大創博館(InnoPort)【innoport@cuhk.edu.hk】。
Continue readingEvent Highlight | IMM Essentials: Taster Class (16 May 2025)
In response to academia’s increasing focus on impactful research, ORKTS introduced the Translating Research into Real-World Impact: Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) Learning Series. This initiative aims to empower CUHK academics and researchers to link their research, teaching, and community engagement with critical global social and environmental challenges.
Building on the IMM Introductory Webinar, the learning series continued with an engaging IMM Essentials: Taster Class. Approximately 20 participants, including professors and researchers from diverse faculties, joined the session, united by their passion to create social impact through research or evidence-based social enterprises.
Guided by Ms Natalie Chan and Mr James Chan, the co-founders of PIE Strategy Limited and certified trainers for the UNDP Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Impact Standards, the session provided an in-depth exploration of IMM fundamentals. Through concise case studies and bite-sized hands-on exercises, participants explored the Five Dimensions of the IMM Framework, gaining practical tools to deliver credible and measurable results. James and Natalie also highlighted key “Enterprise Actions” from the UN SDG Impact Standards, empowering participants to align their projects with global sustainability goals, including healthcare, education, and urban development.
The Taster Class buzzed with interactivity, featuring lively group discussions where participants shared their own research or startup cases, gaining peer insights to refine their IMM strategies. Throughout the session, participants were actively engaged, posing insightful questions, and sharing ideas on integrating IMM into their projects. Several participants lingered after the session, engaging directly with Natalie and James to discuss tailored approaches for their social enterprises, from tech-driven ventures to community initiatives.
This vibrant class set the stage for the upcoming Managing for Impact: IMM in Practice Workshop Series, starting 2 June 2025, where participants will craft IMM roadmaps to scale their impact. The Workshop Series is exclusively by invitation for KPF and S-KPF grantees. Individuals outside the grantee network may be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in joining, please contact Ms Janie Chan at janiechan@cuhk.edu.hk by 26 May 2025, and include details of your project or venture for our review.
Natalie and James were introducing IMM to the particpants. (Photo: Social Innvoation Team)
Natalie and James were interacting with one of the participants. (Photo: Social Innvoation Team)
Participants actively engaged in the Taster Class. (Photo: Social Innvoation Team)
Participants acquired peer insights by discussing the application of IMM in their research and startup cases during group discussions. (Photo: Social Innvoation Team)
Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-imm-essentials-taster-class
Continue readingEvent Highlight | Why Real-World Impact Matters: IMM Introductory Webinar (12 May 2025)
With academia’s growing emphasis on impactful research, ORKTS launched the Translating Research into Real-World Impact: Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) Learning Series to enable CUHK academics and researchers to connect their research, teaching, and community engagement with pressing global social and environmental issues.
The series began with the Why Real-World Impact Matters: IMM Introductory Webinar on 12 May, attracting around 30 faculty members and researchers from various faculties. Primarily professoriate and research academics, these participants gathered to explore how to transform their research into measurable, sustainable solutions for global challenges.
The webinar featured insights from distinguished speakers who illuminated the path from academic research to social impact. Prof Catherine So from the Department of Educational Psychology shared her journey of translating academic knowledge into real-world change through establishing the social enterprise Science and Technology for Autism Remediation (STAR) Limited. She highlighted motivating factors, such as aligning research with community needs to address pressing social issues. Prof So also discussed challenges, including navigating complex business environment, and securing sustainable funding to scale impact. Her reflections resonated deeply, inspiring attendees to view their research as a catalyst for meaningful change.
Complementing Prof So’s perspective, Ms Natalie Chan and Mr James Chan, co-founders of PIE Strategy Limited and accredited trainers for the UNDP Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Impact Standards, delivered a comprehensive overview of IMM. They emphasised why measuring and managing impact matters in today’s research landscape, where evidence of social impact is critical for funding and recognition, such as in Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) submissions. They also introduced the latest developments in IMM, including the Five Dimensions of Impact and ABC Impact Classifications, frameworks that guide researchers to assess and enhance their project outcomes systematically. Through real-world examples, Natalie and James demonstrated how to apply IMM practically, offering actionable frameworks like the SDG Impact Standards. Their session empowered attendees with tools to align their projects with global priorities, from health to sustainable cities.
The webinar was a springboard, setting the stage for the upcoming IMM Essentials: Taster Class on 16 May and the Managing for Impact: IMM in Practice Workshop Series in June, which will delve deeper into hands-on IMM techniques. These future sessions aim to equip CUHK researchers with the skills to elevate their projects for creating a widen social impact and driving sustainable change.
The recording of the webinar is now available here. Interested parties are welcome to access the archive to benefit from these insights. Stay tuned for updates, and join us for the Taster Class (register here) and Workshop Series to continue this transformative journey!
Details: https://www.orkts.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-why-real-world-impact-matters-imm-introductory-webinar
Continue reading善假於物.「巫筆」AI教學研討會2025
善假於物.「巫筆」AI教學研討會2025📅 日期|2025年6月19日(星期四)🕒 時間|下午3:00 至 5:30📍 地點|香港中文大學 康本國際學術園 LT3
🔹 主題演講講者:劉潔玲教授(香港中文大學 教育學院副院長)主題:運用生成式人工智能促進中學生中文寫作的自主學習能力內容:分享先導研究計劃成果與具體教學設計
🔹 前線教師實踐分享講者:五旬節聖潔會永光書院 譚家倫老師主題:高中全級運用巫筆輔助批改的挑戰與機遇
講者:聖公會林裘謀中學 江志豪老師主題:如何嘗試運用「巫筆」提升學生寫作學習成效
講者:旅港開平商會中學 陳焯炘老師、黃智穎老師主題:人工智能批閱寫作的試行及教學成效
四位前線老師將會分享校本應用「巫筆」的寶貴經驗與學生回饋。
🔹 「巫筆」新版本功能介紹與合作計劃發佈主講:鄭樂之先生(「巫筆」創辦人)新版本功能介紹:全新片段寫作分析、寫作能力點診斷、成語練習自動生成、全班寫作回饋與改寫任務設計,全面支援寫作教學及形成性評估
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