承接新書《學人搞社創2.0》的出版，「真人圖書館」講座系列將中大學者社創家、創業家的社會創新實踐變為可面對面交流的「真人圖書」。故事橫跨五大主題：創意思維、環境保護、社區共融、身心健康、生活與文化，充分體現跨領域合作與社會影響力的實踐價值。 我們期待通過分享不同跨界經驗，展現知識如何切實服務於社區，推動社會進步。 一起來回顧過去兩場講座吧！ 第一站 (逸夫書院書院聚會) – 你都可以成為藝術家和創業家 於2025年11月14日的首場講座中，創博館有幸邀請到KALOS音樂平台創辦人區藹芝女士和菁然社企 wePaint 創辦人莫紫芝女士，分享她們從藝術走向創業的故事。兩位嘉賓和KTO職員的訪談中分享了關於在全球推動音樂文化創新與管理社會企業的經驗，讓我們了解到她們從不同背景走向社創之路的歷程，以及在藝術與商業之間取得平衡的心得。講座尾聲迎來wePaint藝術家 Kelvin 與KALOS音樂家 Jayson 的即興共創表演，由Jayson即興彈奏電子琴，Kelvin則同步描繪他表演時的場景。雖然表演只有短短五分鐘，卻已經感受到他們對藝術的熱情，體現了只要有對夢想的追求，人人都可以成為藝術家和創業家的精神。這次講座證明了藝術與商業並非對立，而是相輔相成、彼此造就，激勵我們勇敢追尋屬於自己的創意夢，讓我們看見，原來擁有一顆熱愛藝術的心，也能成就一場精彩的創業之旅。 更多詳情請參閱：https://kto.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-innoport-cubiczine-college-assembly-shaw 第二站 (東華三院李潤田紀念中學) – 「語」你同行：從言語治療到社創之路 繼首場CubicZine「真人圖書館」早前於逸夫書院聚會順利舉行後，我們的第二站在2025年11月14日圓滿舉行。是次創博館首度走入中學，與中學生講理想、談創業。 講座主題為《「語」你同行：從語言治療到社創之路》，誠邀香港中文大學醫學院耳鼻咽喉—頭頸外科學系客座副教授——李月裳教授，以大學教授和社創家身份與大家分享她如何將專業的語言治療知識轉化為推動社會改變的力量。 特別的是，本次講座我們亦邀請到中大學生創意遊戲團隊——Unplugged Studio，參與設計現場互動遊戲！🎲他們結合跨學科知識與遊戲創意，將語言與溝通的理念「遊戲化」，以輕鬆又啟發思考的方式，引導中學生親身體驗「語言與溝通的力量」，讓學習變得更真實、更有溫度。 更多詳情請參閱：https://kto.cuhk.edu.hk/en/news-events/announcements/event-highlight-innoport-cubiczine-twghs-lee-ching-dea

CubicZine 為中大知識轉移事務處旗下的電子雜誌，收錄中大學者具影響力的社創案例。2022年10月，我們首度出版《學人搞社創》，將多位「學人」（中大教授、校友及學生）的創新創業故事集結成書，展示中大知識轉移的成果，得到不少正面迴響。時隔兩年，我們於2025年推出《學人搞社創2.0》，再度見證中大將研究成果成功轉化落地，為社會帶來正面影響，惠澤社群。 《創新×創業：中大啟夢特刊》是《學人搞社創》的特刊，同樣聚焦於中大知識轉移和創業創新的生態系統。這本特刊展示了中大師生及校友的創業熱情，推動科技創新，並與產業界緊密合作，打造創新起點。 瀏覽以下網址，閱讀足本特刊：https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/CUHK-InnoPort_MiniZine.pdf

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

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)

I’m thrilled to share that Scholars Create Social Impact 2.0 will be unveiled at the 2025 Hong Kong Book Fair! 📚 This book features 16 inspiring social innovation stories from CUHK professors, including my VoiceLink project: “A Geneticist’s 30-Year Quest: Developing an AI Communication Tool to Break the Silent Struggles of Rare Diseases.” 🧬💬  Coincidentally, our VoiceLink project has also advanced to version 2.0! 🎉 We’ve just received clinical ethics approval and will soon recruit more participants from specialist clinics to accelerate our R&D. I hope this AI communication tool will empower patients to overcome their challenges! 💪  <link> 陳浩然教授 Professor Edwin Chan中大生命科學學院院長 Cubic Zine在我心中是一個幫學人及學生向大衆講故事的媒體，並且透過這些故事，可以刺激大家一起創新解決社會上的一些重要問題。 與團隊互動相當良好。做訪問跟平日上堂講課的氣氛很不一樣，能夠跟自己學科以外的人溝通並分享我們的任務目標，感覺相當有趣和有意義。帶着自己的學生去分享做研究的喜怒哀樂是一個有趣的體驗，亦再一次提醒我做學術和做教育都要勿忘初心、薪火相傳。 在訪問發佈之後，立即有其他學科的老師聯絡我洽談教學上的一些合作機會。另外，也有業界人士從社交平臺聯絡我，說看完訪問後感覺我們的研究很有意義，希望以後有機會交流及合作。感謝Cubic Zine爲我們打開了更多跨領域合作的大門。 周思驍教授 Professor Chau Sze Yiu中大工程學院信息工程系教授 I was impressed by Cubic Zine team’s professional interviewing skills, enthusiasm, and dedication to demonstrating the best of our social enterprise, not only through Cubic Zine, but also every other helpful channel and social media platform. Cubic Zine team’s support was invaluable in increasing the visibility of our social enterprise. I have already received several enquiries about our services as well as interests in joining the team to assist in service delivery. Interviews reported in Cubic Zine has deepened my appreciation for the fantastic works of other researchers at CUHK. I was also happy to see the secondary student ambassador joining the interview, enabling us to learn more about their views. All of these gave me new insights into better serving the community. 盧海珊副教授 Professor Suzanne Lo中大醫學院那打素護理學院副教授 This opportunity not only allows these students to explore different entrepreneurial ideas on our campus, but also provides a valuable experience for student growth and development. Furthermore, I am grateful for the InnoPort Team’s initiative to visit various schools and interview the youth participants involved in our projects. This approach has added a more humanistic and living touch to the project description, which I believe will resonate with our audience and potential stakeholders. 周惠賢博士 Dr. Chow Wai Yin中大文學院文化及宗教研究系高級講師 I am deeply honoured to be featured in the latest edition of 《「學人」搞社創2.0》, a testament to CUHK’s journey in fostering knowledge transfer and social impact.  Reflecting on the stories shared, I am touched by the hard work and heart of all the CUHK social innovators. Their dedication is truly inspiring, and it’s a privilege to be counted among them.  A big thank you and applause to the InnoPort team lead by Christine Leung. Let’s continue to inspire and be inspired as we grow and learn together. <link> 梅詩華建築師 Sarah Mui中大校友、香港建築中心主席 Being featured in the latest book by InnoPort, which highlights the stories of entrepreneurs across diverse sectors, is more than just an acknowledgment—it’s a milestone I’ll cherish for years to come.  From late-night brainstorming sessions to navigating the ups and downs of building something meaningful, this journey has been anything but ordinary. And now, having my story included among so many bold, visionary minds feels surreal.  A huge thank you to the InnoPort team and to whom who support me at The Chinese University of Hong Kong for capturing my collective journey. Nothing is better than being recognized in a way that reflects the passion, persistence, and purpose behind the work.<link> 張適之 Basil Cheung中大新聞及傳播學院講師

【CUHKAwards】Mui Tsz Lam Revitalisation Project wins Research Project of the Year: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the THE Awards Asia 2025Congratulations to Professor Thomas Chung of the CUHK School of Architecture and his team! Their “Mui Tsz Lam Revitalisation Project” has been awarded the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia “Research Project of the Year: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences”.This project, supported by the Countryside Conservation Office’s Countryside Conservation Funding Scheme, is centred on collaborative restoration and brings together villagers, students, and volunteers to revitalise the 360-year-old Hakka village of Mui Tsz Lam. It sets a new benchmark for sustainable placemaking and rural conservation in Hong Kong.Read more: CUHK News Release https://shorturl.at/iectUProfessor Chung has consistently emphasised in past interviews that architecture is not just about renovation, but about connecting people with place, culture, and the environment. He has led students and volunteers into the countryside, using a co-creative approach to restore the “Old House” and “Mural House”, and transformed the Old House into “Mui Tsz Lam Commons”, a community cooperative that now serves as an education and research base for CUHK. Over the past four years, more than 250 villagers, volunteers, students, and NGO members have participated, breathing new life into the village.Professor Thomas Chung shared: “This land gives me a sense of authenticity, which motivates me to conduct research and experiments. I hope that through this project, more people will become aware of local culture and participate in rural conservation, so that together we can preserve Hong Kong’s precious rural memories.”Read more: CubicZine interview https://shorturl.at/0eN9q == 【中大榮譽】 梅子林復育計劃榮獲泰晤士高等教育亞洲大獎 恭喜中大建築學院鍾宏亮教授及團隊！由他們主導的「梅子林復育計劃」榮獲2025年度泰晤士高等教育亞洲大獎「藝術、人文與社會科學年度研究獎」。這項目該獲鄉郊保育辦公室鄉郊保育資助計劃資助，以協作修復為核心，結合村民、學生、義工力量，活化擁有360年歷史的客家村落，推動可持續地方營造，成為香港鄉村保育新典範。 中大新聞： https://shorturl.at/iectU 鍾教授曾接受CubicZine訪問，一直強調建築不只是裝修，而是連繫人與地方、文化與環境。他帶領學生和義工走入鄉郊，以共創方式修復「老屋」和「壁畫屋」，並將「老屋」轉化為社區合作社「众舍」，成為教育與研究基地。四年來，已動員超過250位村民、義工、學生及非政府組織成員參與，讓村落重現生機。 鍾教授分享：「這塊土地有種真實感，令我有動力去做研究、實驗。希望透過這個計劃，啟發更多人關注本地文化、參與鄉村保育，一起為香港留住珍貴的鄉土記憶。」 閱讀文章： https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/single-cubiczine/thomaschung/

The ORKTS Innovation & Entrepreneurship Support Fair 2025 was successfully held at CUHK Bookstore at Yasumoto International Academic Park. During the three days events, we provided various information regarding the ORKTS and Partners’ funding opportunities, entrepreneurship competitions and education programs in the information booth. The “Happy Lunch Hour” talk was successfully held to foster generational exchange among CUHK students, professors, alumni, and the participants actively engaged in Q&A sessions. We are grateful for the insightful contributions from our esteemed speakers and the engaging participation of our attendees. Video highlights on ORKTS’ YouTube Channel :  https://youtu.be/XnQjJ4AwaiM  *Venture Acceleration team (incubator of Pre-incubation programme), Social Innovation Team (office of HKSEC), EPIN office, the Office for Greater Bay Area Developments (GBAO), Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE), Office of Student Affairs (OSA) , Social Responsibility & Sustainable Development Office (SRSDO), CUHK Innovation Limited, CUHK Alumni Affairs Office and CUHK Alumni Entrepreneurs Association (CUAEA). #Day1Topic: How Food Technology Leads the Way to Sustainable Entrepreneurship This engaging discussion shed light on the opportunities and challenges in leveraging technology to revolutionize the food industry for a sustainable future. Mr. Edmund Chan, Founder of Meat The Next, highlighted MEAT THE NEXT’s groundbreaking innovations in plant-based food solutions, showcasing their commitment to sustainability and creativity. Meanwhile, Ms. Jojo Kwok and Mr. Matt Chak,Co-founders of Body Nova and 1st Runner-ups of Hong Kong Social Enterprise Challenge (HKSEC) 2024-25, took us on an inspiring journey through Body Nova’s entrepreneurial path in the health food sector, reflecting on their impactful experiences in the HKSEC competition. Dr. Victor Lau, Head of Venture Acceleration Team(ORKTS), shared invaluable perspectives on emerging trends and resources that are shaping the future of entrepreneurship. #Day 2Topic: “Blue” Blueprint: Innovation and Practice in the Blue EconomyThe discussion explored how we can harness ocean resources to fuel economic growth while preserving sustainable marine ecosystems. Dr. Apple Chui, from the School of Life Sciences and founder of Coral Academy, shared her inspiring work in coral conservation and experience in finding funding. Prof. Ho Kin Chung, founder of the Polar Research Institute of Hong Kong, sheded light on microalgae entrepreneurship and opportunities in the Greater Bay Area. Ms. Tina Vu, Education Representative of the Ichthyological Society of Hong Kong, Vice President of The Hong Kong Association for the Advancement of Science & Technology, introduced cutting-edge technologies driving innovation in the blue economy. Mr. Raymond Chu, Associate Director (University Collaborations) of Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, outlined funding opportunities for entrepreneurial ventures. #Day3Topic: Blending Artistry with Business: The Limitless Potential of Music Culture and the Rise of Musicpreneurs  The Talk highlighted the challenges musicians face, the importance of multiple income streams and networking, and the opportunities for musicpreneurs through cross-disciplinary collaboration, showcasing the limitless potential of music culture. Prof. Melody Yiu and Dr. Sze Wai Veera Fung from the CUHK School of Architecture shared their unique perspectives on the research application on the community and creative stage design process. Mr. Stanley Yeung and Mr. Jayson Chan, participants in the GroundMusic project, shared their inspiring music creation experiences. Ms. Irene Au, CEO of KALOS, highlighted the diverse applications and development value of music in society and the opportunity for musicpreneurs.

招聘：知識轉移學生大使 (Inno-Ambassador) 你是否對創新和創業充滿熱情？想要在大學期間獲得寶貴的實戰經驗？ 我們中大創博館 (InnoPort) 正在招募知識轉移學生大使 (Inno-Ambassador)，這是一個讓你展示才華、激發創意並與社區連結的絕佳機會！ 關於我們： InnoPort 是一個致力於推廣創新和創業精神的平台。我們的 Inno-Ambassador 計劃旨在培養來自不同學系的中大學生，讓他們參與一連串的社創活動及多媒體製作，獲得個人成長；同時走入社區了解不同社會議題，並與創博館團隊一起發掘創意點子，創造跨世代共學共好的環境。 歷屆參加者心聲分享: https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/cubiczine/inno-ambassador/ 職責： 參與中大教授專訪及多媒體製作，包括翻譯、寫稿、外出探訪、講座活動支援、拍片、剪片、錄音、主持等工作。 與教授面對面交流，了解他們的研究和創業故事。 協助策劃和製作各類型的影片和活動花絮。 參與社區採訪，將不同人士的故事寫成文章。 我們提供： 薪酬、資源和培訓，讓你發揮所長。 與不同學科的教授和團隊合作的機會，開拓眼界。 實戰經驗，包括影片製作、活動策劃和主持等。 一個支持性強、充滿創意和鼓勵的工作環境。 完成六個月工作後，我們將提供推薦信。 如果你： 就讀中大全日制(任何學科),學士或碩士生。 關心社會議題，對創新和創業有濃厚興趣。 具備良好的溝通和協作能力。 樂於學習新技能，勇於接受挑戰。 有相關經驗者優先，但無經驗者亦歡迎申請。 申請方式：有興趣加入的你，請填寫以下表格，提交網上報名。 加入我們，成為 Inno-Ambassador，一起激活創意！ 報名：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13695241 如有查詢，歡迎電郵至innoport@cuhk.edu.hk。 Recruitment: Inno-Ambassador Are you passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship? Do you want to gain valuable hands-on experience during your university years? Our InnoPort at CUHK is recruiting Knowledge Transfer Student Ambassadors (Inno-Ambassadors). This is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your talents, spark creativity, and connect with the community! About Us: InnoPort is a platform dedicated to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. Our Inno-Ambassador program aims to cultivate CUHK students from various disciplines, allowing them to achieve personal growth by participatinge in a series of social innovation activities and multimedia productions. You’ll engage with the community to understand different social issues and work with the InnoPort team to discover creative ideas, creating an environment of intergenerational learning and collaboration. Students Sharing:  https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/cubiczine/inno-ambassador/ Responsibilities: Participate in interviews with CUHK professors and multimedia production, including translation, writing, field visits, event support, filming, editing, recording, and hosting. Engage in face-to-face interactions with professors to learn about their research and entrepreneurial stories. Assist in planning and producing various types of videos and event highlights. Conduct community interviews and write articles about different people’s stories. We Offer: Compensation, resources, and training to help you excel. Opportunities to collaborate with professors and teams from different disciplines, broadening your horizons. Hands-on experience, including video production, event planning, and hosting. A supportive, creative, and encouraging work environment. A recommendation letter upon completing six months of work. If You: Are a full-time CUHK student (any discipline), either undergraduate or postgraduate. Care about social issues and have a strong interest in innovation and entrepreneurship. Possess good communication and collaboration skills. Are eager to learn new skills and willing to take on challenges. Experience is preferred but not required. How to Apply: If you’re interested in joining us, please fill out the form below and submit your online application. Join us and become an Inno-Ambassador to ignite creativity together! Sign Up Here：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13695241 For inquiries, please email innoport@cuhk.edu.hk.

On December 15 2023, the “Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for e-reading” sharing session on Learning and Teaching Expo 2023 was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wanchai. The session took place at InnoSTEMer stage and attracted 50 participants. Our Director, Prof. Benny Chung-Ying ZEE, was invited to join the sharing discussion with Dr. Sharon Wong, the Director of the Hong Kong Publishing Federation. The seminar showcased the conversion platform ”Publishing 3.0 – Hong Kong Smart e-Book Hub” which leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to streamline the publishing process for e-books and audiobooks. One of the notable applications of AI in the publishing process is in translation. By utilizing AI, the platform significantly reduces the time and cost associated with translation. This innovative e-book publishing conversion platform enables the translation of Chinese books into English, opening up opportunities for cross-cultural exchange and accessibility. Moreover, its “text-to-speech” conversion technology also transforms e-books into audiobooks in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. Our book “Scholars Creating Social Innovations”《「學人」搞社創》 was selected to join this project and both e-book versions and audiobooks are currently available in the Epub 3.0 platform. Prof. Benny Zee shared this transformative project with educators and advocated collaboration between schools, teachers, and students. Fostering partnerships could facilitate the creation of school-based e-books and audiobooks, enriching the learning experience for students. Prof. Benny Zee encouraged educators to embrace these new methods of creating learning resources and explore the potential of incorporating e-reading in education. Additionally, the speakers expressed their interest in exploring potential partnerships with the publishing community and education-related organizations. By collaborating with these stakeholders, the application of e-reading in education can be better promoted, fostering a culture of digital literacy and empowering schools to adopt new approaches in developing engaging educational materials. The Learning and Teaching Expo 2023 sharing session provided a platform for knowledge exchange and inspired educators to embrace the creative achievement in publishing and education. More event details: https://lte2023.jemexonline.com/programme/mzaD9QbK/artificial-intelligence-the-catalyst-for-e-reading