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  • Dr Jane Goodall's Inspiring Talk at HKU: A Call to Action for Youth and Society

    Dr Jane Goodall's Inspiring Talk at HKU: A Call to Action for Youth and Society

    The Wong How Man Centre for Exploration (WHMCE) had the immense honour of welcoming the legendary Dr Jane Goodall, DBE, for its Distinguished Lecture Series in 2024. Dr Goodall's inspiring talk, "Exploring the Unknown: The Passion to Understand and Inspire the World," profoundly impacted the audience. Her unwavering commitment to exploration and conservation resonated with all, showcasing her remarkable dedication to improving our world. Known for her groundbreaking research on chimpanzees and lifelong advocacy for environmental conservation, Dr Goodall's lecture drew an eager audience to embrace her insights on urgent global challenges.

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  • Transforming Dental Care: The Social Impact of Dentomi's AI Technology

    Transforming Dental Care: The Social Impact of Dentomi's AI Technology

    Dentomi (Dentomi Limited) stands out as a beacon of innovation and social impact in the rapidly evolving field of dental technology. Founded by Professor Walter Lam and Dr Reinhard Chau, Dentomi leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionise dental care, making it more accessible and practical for diverse communities. Dentomi, an innovative spin-off from the HKU Faculty of Dentistry, has garnered attention for its transformative contributions to dental health. This article delves into the impressive journey of Dentomi's founders, who have harnessed cutting-edge AI technology to create meaningful social impact in the dental industry. This article explores how Dentomi's founders have created significant social impact through their AI technology and notable recent collaborations with Colgate (Colgate-Palmolive Hong Kong), Mannings (Hong Kong), and other key partners.

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  • Grand Opening of the HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Academy in Qianhai, Shenzhen

    Grand Opening of the HKU Techno-Entrepreneurship Academy in Qianhai, Shenzhen

    On 4 September 2024, the University of Hong Kong (HKU) proudly celebrated the grand opening of its Techno-Entrepreneurship Academy (TEA) in Qianhai, Shenzhen. 

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  • 2024年學院知識交流獎

    2024年學院知識交流獎

    香港大學每年的「學院知識交流獎」,由各學院選出對知識交流作出重要貢獻的教員,表揚他們對工商界或社會所帶來的經濟、社會或文化影響。2024年「學院知識交流獎」的得獎名單已公布。

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  • HKU Impact: Social Media Competition 2024

    HKU Impact: Social Media Competition 2024

    We are delighted to announce the winners of the inaugural "HKU Impact: Social Media Competition"! This competition, organized by the Knowledge Exchange Office (KEO), aimed to encourage HKU research students to showcase the importance of their research theses and discoveries to a wider audience. Participants utilized various social media platforms to engage with the community. The champion and 1st runner-up were selected by the adjudicating panel. The winners this year are:

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  • 2023年卓越知識交流獎及香港大學創新者獎

    2023年卓越知識交流獎及香港大學創新者獎

    香港大學於2015-16年度設立了大學層面的「卓越知識交流獎」,表揚為社會帶來重要影響的教員。2023年「卓越知識交流獎」由建築學院任超教授 及其團隊–工程學院李玉國教授獲得。

    香港大學於2020-21年度亦設立了大學層面的「香港大學創新者獎」,以表揚創新研究有極高潛在影響力的教員。2023年「香港大學創新者獎」由理學院孫紅哲教授獲得。

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