CityUHK Enhances Collaboration with China’s MOST for Technological Innovation
A delegation from China’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) recently visited City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) to engage in discussions related to technological advancements and innovation. The primary focus of the meeting was to enhance collaboration for the development of a National Centre of Technology Innovation (NCTI) in China.
Delegation Leadership
The delegation was led by Mr. Chen Hongsheng, Deputy Director of MOST’s Department of Science and Technology Achievement Transformation Promotion. It included representatives from 11 different NCTIs, encompassing sectors such as the Greater Bay Area, Yangtze Delta, biopharmaceuticals, and new energy vehicles.
CityUHK’s Engagement
CityUHK’s leadership, including Vice-President (Community Engagement) Professor Chan Chi-hou and Vice-President (Research) Professor Anderson Shum, welcomed the visiting delegation with the intention of strengthening bilateral relationships and promoting advancements in targeted technology sectors. During the discussions, Professor Shum emphasized CityUHK’s noteworthy research contributions, citing that nearly 210 scholars affiliated with the university are ranked among the ‘World’s Top 2% Scientists’ by Stanford University, representing the highest ratio in Hong Kong relative to the number of faculty members. Furthermore, 31 scholars from CityUHK were recognized as ‘Highly Cited Researchers 2024’ by Clarivate Analytics.
Technological Achievements
In addition to its scholarly achievements, CityUHK has filed over 1,500 technology patents across various domains, securing its position among the top 100 universities globally in terms of US utility patents for eight consecutive years. This demonstrates the university’s commitment to technological innovation and its robust research capabilities.
Research Resources
Professor Shum also mentioned that CityUHK is equipped with advanced laboratories that offer critical resources for research and development. He presented various projects from the State Key Laboratories and the Hong Kong Branch of the National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Center, highlighting their relevance to national strategic priorities.
Facilitating Collaborations
Mr. Chen addressed the establishment of NCTIs which aim to facilitate the industrialization of significant research outcomes since 2016. The delegation’s visit to CityUHK was intended to enhance mutual understanding and collaboration in innovation and technology, aligning with Hong Kong’s objectives to become a leading international innovation and technology hub.
Meaningful Exchanges
Senior representatives from CityUHK’s academic departments also participated in the discussions, facilitating meaningful exchanges with NCTI representatives, which led to productive dialogues on a range of technology and innovation topics.
(Source: Asia Education Review)
