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HKU Mechanical Engineering Scientists hail breakthrough in cell and tissue mechanics, enhancing understanding of organ formation and embryogenesis
Cells and tissue are known to undergo significant irreversible deformations during processes such as tissue formation and embryo development. A…
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HKU State Key Laboratory of Brain and Cognitive Sciences provides a roadmap for unlocking the brain secrets of social media
With nearly 5 billion users worldwide spending an average of over two hours daily on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and…
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HKU State Key Laboratory of Brain and Cognitive Sciences study reveals brain connectivity patterns can predict suicide risk in patients with late-life depression
Suicidal ideation, plans, and behaviours are serious health threats among older adults with late-life depression, resulting in a higher likelihood…
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HKU Urban Analytics team wins First Prize at Baidu’s National 2023 Large Model Application Innovation Challenge Competition in Artificial Intelligence
A team from the Department of Urban Planning and Design of the University of Hong Kong (HKU) has won the…
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The University of Hong Kong, Fudan University, and The University of Sydney Join Forces to Strengthen Sustainability Research and Education
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has taken a significant step towards addressing global environmental challenges by signing a Memorandum of…
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HKU Dentistry team uses artificial intelligence for early detection of gum inflammation
A groundbreaking study led by researchers at the Faculty of Dentistry of the University of Hong Kong (HKU), in collaboration…
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HKU Engineering team develops real time anomalies detection system using AI
he University of Hong Kong has achieved encouraging results at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, with 19…
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A joint HKU-CUHK study confirms smoking and obesity increase risk of severe COVID-19 by 65%-81%
Researchers from the School of Public Health, LKS Faculty of Medicine of The University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), in collaboration…
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Global assessment by HKU Marine Scientists found that Oyster reef restoration rapidly increases marine biodiversity but increased restoration effort is needed to eliminate historical damage
Global assessments of historical oyster reef distribution have estimated that over 85% of oyster reefs have been lost to overfishing…
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HKU Mechanical Engineering researchers develop ultra-strong aerogels with materials used in bullet-proof vests
Aerogels are lightweight materials with extensive microscale pores, which could be used in thermal insulation, energy devices, aerospace structures, as…
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