Bridging Science and Society: The Impact of Forensic Technology on Environmental Protection

The Hong Kong Police recently issued a letter of commendation to scientists from the The University of Hong Kong, thanking their contributions to this case.

An illegally harvested incense tree. Photo credit: Arthur Sands

Wounded Aquilaria sinensis can be found in areas affected by illegal logging. Photo credit: Uva Fung

HKU utilised innovative biological identification technology to achieve a significant breakthrough in combating environmental crimes. This photo shows an illegally harvested incense Tree. Photo credit: Arthur Sands

After being cut down or injured it is difficult for Aquilaria sinensis to recover. Photo credit: Uva Fung