The Chinese University of Hong Kong - CUHK

Professor Zhou Renjie, Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Associate Professor (by courtesy) in the Department of Electronic Engineering at CUHK, has been elected a 2027 Optica Fellow in recognition of his pioneering research and successful translation of innovations in label-free optical imaging, particularly quantitative phase imaging (QPI). He is among 116 scholars worldwide to receive this honor. By integrating AI-powered analysis and ultra-sensitive quantum material detection, Professor Zhou’s research advances next-generation precision diagnostics and femtometre-scale precision measurement. He also actively drives real-world impact by translating research into practical applications through entrepreneurship. Details: go.cuhk.digital/zrjofp_en #CUHK #thechineseuniversityofhongkong #CUHKResearch #CUHKScholar #BiomedicalEngineering

🧿 From the Mediterranean to Kazakhstan, and ultimately to a laboratory at CUHK, a single ancient bead is helping researchers re-examine early Eurasian connectivity. Led by Professor Lam Weng-cheong from CUHK’s Department of Anthropology and Department of History, a cross-border research collaboration with institutions in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan is combining archaeological expertise with advanced scientific analysis to uncover the hidden histories of the Silk Road. By applying SEM-EDS and micro-CT technologies to a 2,000-year-old gold-in-glass bead excavated in the Kazakh Altai, the team identified evidence linking the artefact to Mediterranean glassmaking traditions. ✅ Scientific analysis can reveal ancient manufacturing technologies invisible to the naked eye ✅ The Silk Road functioned as a complex network of cultural interaction, rather than a single trade route ✅ International partnerships are expanding research beyond modern political boundaries ✅ Field-based collaboration provides invaluable training opportunities for the next generation of scholars The project demonstrates how archaeology, technology, and international cooperation can work together to generate new perspectives on our shared human past. 👉 Learn more: go.cuhk.digital/cit_abwalj_e… #CUHK #Archaeology #SilkRoad #CentralAsia #ResearchImpact #CulturalHeritage #Anthropology #History #InternationalCollaboration #HigherEducation

CUHK commits over HK$60 million, presenting the inaugural Fenghuang Scholarship to 81 outstanding freshmen and awarding Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships for Excellence to eight exceptional students demonstrating global vision and social commitment. 🎓✨ The University recently held the CUHK Fenghuang Excellence Awards Presentation Ceremony 2026 to recognise undergraduate students for their outstanding achievements in academics, leadership, service and whole-person development. The ceremony was officiated by CUHK Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, who delivered a welcome address before presenting scholarship certificates to the recipients. Professor Lo encouraged all awardees to keep an open mind, explore new possibilities and pursue their aspirations with determination, as CUHK remains dedicated to nurturing future leaders with global perspectives and a sense of social responsibility! 💡🌐 Details and list of awardees: go.cuhk.digital/fhea26_en #CUHK #thechineseuniversityofhongkong #FenghuangExcellenceAwards2026 #ViceChancellorsScholarships #HigherEducation

The 2027 QS Asia University Rankings are officially released. CUHK has successfully climbed to 5th place in Asia, up 2 spots from last year, securing a position in Asia's top 10 for four consecutive years. 🎉 Furthermore, CUHK achieved perfect scores in five indicators, namely: Academic Reputation, International Faculty, International Students, Inbound Exchange Students, and Outbound Exchange Students. ✨ This rise in rankings reflects CUHK's outstanding academic influence and tireless efforts in promoting internationalization. CUHK will continue to deepen international academic collaboration and contribute to the development of global higher education. #CUHK #QS #LeapingForGreatness

【CUHK Student Athlete Series: Leap Beyond】 Chapter 2: CUHK Men’s Basketball Team | Full version out now! 🏀 Behind every high-powered highlight on the court lies relentless dedication and unwavering mutual trust. The CUHK Men’s Basketball Team brings together student-athletes from various academic disciplines, including members admitted through the Sports Scholarship Scheme. Wearing the CUHK jersey unites them under one shared vision, as they seamlessly translate classroom insights and management concepts into team leadership and court strategy. Follow Men's Captain Leung Tsz Sum (Integrated Bachelor of Business Administration / Year 3) and player Kevin Choi Ho Tung (Physical Education, Exercise Science and Health / Year 2) as they take us behind the scenes of the CUHK Men’s Basketball Team — discovering how their journey taught them that “the process is more important than the result", crafting a chapter of youth with no regrets through grit and passion. #CUHKAthleteSeries #LeapBeyond #CUHKBasketball #CUHK #cuhksports

New CUHK research in Earth’s Future shows we are vastly underestimating the economic return of mangrove conservation. Beyond storing carbon, these coastal forests act as the ocean's ultimate water filters. The scale of this “blue nitrogen” impact is massive: 📉870,000 tonnes: Nitrogen pollution filtered out annually. 💰US$8.5 billion: Value of this global purification service every year. ⚖️12x multiplier: Worth over 12 times more than their carbon credits. ⚡2x efficiency: They filter nitrogen at twice the rate of land soils, while covering only <0.1% of Earth's land. For ESG and Nature-based Solutions (NbS) investors, valuing multi-benefit ecosystems is no longer optional—it's strategic. Learn more about this groundbreaking research: go.cuhk.digital/mangrove_x #TheChineseUniversityofHongKong #CUHK #ESG #BlueEconomy #EcosystemServices #NatureBasedSolutions

【CUHK Info Day 2026 | More than lectures and exams】 At CUHK, learning goes beyond the classroom — college life, global exchanges, sports, student-led innovation. Join CUHK Info Day on 17 Oct for student experience sharing. Mark your calendar and come explore.

【CUHK Info Day 2026: Faculty Flagship Events】CUHK's eight faculties are hosting flagship events on 17 Oct — from admission talks and student performances to thematic exhibitions. Come find the faculty that fits you! Some events require pre-registration. Save the date!

【CUHK Info Day 2026: Talks & Q&A】 Curious about CUHK admissions and programmes? Join our talks & Q&A on 17 Oct to get your questions answered! HKDSE, international, Macau, and Chinese Mainland students are welcome. Livestream details will be on the event website.

【CUHK Info Day 2026 | Start your story】 At CUHK, students from diverse disciplines not only explore knowledge through learning, but also unleash their potential beyond the classroom. ✨ Watch the video and get a glimpse of the vibrant learning experiences and student life that shape the CUHK journey. 📖 Join us on 17 Oct to explore our academic programmes and discover what awaits you at CUHK. Selected admission talks targeting non-local students will be livestreamed, so you can join us from anywhere in the world. 🌐

CUHK is ranked 42nd globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, with a continuous improvement in its overall score. CUHK has maintained its position among the world's top 100 universities for 11 consecutive years, fully demonstrating its outstanding status and leading edge in international higher education. In this ranking, CUHK achieved perfect scores of 100 across six performance indicators, namely "Institutional Income," "Research Income," "Research Excellence,” “Publications”, "Patents," and "International Staff." Furthermore, several other metrics recorded significant progress, including "Teaching Reputation," "Research Reputation," and "International Students." More about CUHK rankings: go.cuhk.digital/ranking_en #CUHK #TheChineseUniversityofHongKong

【Save the date! CUHK Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions 2026✨】 🌏 Ready to start your university journey at CUHK? Join #CUHKInfoDay 2026 on 17 Oct 📅 to explore our programmes 🎓, unique college culture 🏛️, vibrant campus life, and exciting student experiences. Can't make it in person? Selected admission talks targeting non-local students will be livestreamed, so you can join us from anywhere in the world. 🌐 Come shape your journey with us. 💜 CUHK Information Day📖✨ 📆 17 Oct 2026 (Sat) 🕘 9am – 6pm 🏫 CUHK Campus 🔗 infoday.cuhk.edu.hk/

CUHK achieves its best performance to date! In the newly released ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2026, 14 CUHK subjects are ranked among the world’s top 50, with 4 disciplines advancing into the global top 10, including #Geography, #Nursing, #Communication, and #Education. The other 10 CUHK subjects ranked within the global top 50 include: 📌Clinical Medicine 📌Telecommunication Engineering 📌Computer Science & Engineering 📌Robotic Science & Engineering 📌Library & Information Science 📌Artificial Intelligence 📌Biomedical Engineering 📌Biotechnology 📌Statistics 📌Finance This year’s rankings highlight CUHK’s continuous pursuit of excellence, pushing academic boundaries to drive real-world global impact. More details: shanghairanking.com/rankings… More CUHK rankings: factsfigures.cuhk.edu.hk/ #CUHK #thechineseuniversityofhongkong #CUHKsubjects #subjectrankings #GlobalRankingofAcademicSubjects #top50

Breaking Traditional Limits: Nanoscale 3D Printing Revolutionises Precision Manufacturing #CUHK Professor Chen Shih-Chi and his team from the Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering have developed an ultra-fast, high-precision 3D printing technology by leveraging a unique physical phenomenon known as "spatial and temporal focusing". Achieving nanoscale precision, the technology prints 1,000 to 10,000 times faster than existing commercial solutions, while drastically cutting costs by around 95% and supporting over 20 materials, including metals, semiconductors, and biomolecules—completely revolutionising precision manufacturing. To commercialise this technology, the team founded the CUHK spin-off Astra Optics Limited. Supported by the Hong Kong government's RAISe+ and venture capital, the company is actively pushing for commercial adoption across the massive precision manufacturing market, ranging from AI hardware to medical technologies. 🎬 Watch the full video: youtu.be/nL9ttm2n5ec 💡Learn how innovative research is revolutionising precision manufacturing: go.cuhk.digital/cif_csc_en RAISe+ aims to unleash the potential of local universities in transforming and commercialising R&D outcomes and facilitate collaboration among the Government, industry, university and research sectors. We will be introducing other CUHK awarded projects, stay tuned. #CUHK #thechineseuniversityofhongkong #researchbreakthrough #CUHKEngineering #InnovationtoImpact

Two interdisciplinary research projects led by CUHK have been awarded funding totalling about HK$46.3 million under the Research Grants Council (RGC) Strategic Topics Grant 2026/27. Harnessing cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and biomedical technologies, the projects focus respectively on combating age-related sarcopenia and developing Hong Kong’s first AI-enabled one-stop Advance Care Planning (ACP) platform. Both projects aim to address the acute healthcare and caregiving challenges stemming from an ageing population, advancing CUHK’s commitment to translational research that improves the quality of life and healthcare outcomes for older adults. 📷Professor Wang Huating | Combating Aging-Associated Sarcopenia: From Knowledge Discovery to Intervention Testing 📷Professor Helen Chan Yue-lai | Building an Artificial Intelligence-Enhanced Platform for One-Stop Advance Care Planning Model Learn more: go.cuhk.digital/rgcstg2627en

CUHK today (6 August) unveiled its new five-year strategic plan, titled “CUHK 2026-2030: Leaping to Greatness” (the “CUHK 2026-2030”), outlining the University’s development priorities and strategic direction for the next five years. With the ambition to create greater impact on humanity and global communities, CUHK adheres to its vision of becoming a first-class comprehensive research university whose scholarly output, bilingual and multicultural education, and community contributions consistently meet global standards of excellence. As a publicly funded university, CUHK will leverage its strengths in talent cultivation, knowledge innovation and global engagement to contribute to the development of China and the Hong Kong SAR in alignment with priorities in the national 15th Five-Year Plan and the city’s first five-year planning. The “TIGER” action framework of CUHK 2026–2030 forms five interconnected strategic directions. It reflects a united, well-coordinated and actionable commitment from the entire University to progressively realise our vision of “Leaping to Greatness” that symbolises CUHK’s continued evolution to pursue purpose-driven excellence, impact-oriented outcomes and lasting societal contributions with innovation, rigour and responsibility. The five interconnected strategic pillars in CUHK 2026–2030 include: • T – Talent Attraction and Development • I – Institutional Development • G – Global and Alumni Engagement • E – Education and Student Experience • R – Research and Innovation More: go.cuhk.digital/spen

Leaping to Greatness! The CUHK Strategic Plan 2026–2030 guides the University’s evolution towards impact-oriented outcomes and lasting societal contributions. Through the TIGER* framework, CUHK will translate its strategic priorities into coordinated institutional action, pursuing a multifold journey over the next five years: from challenges to opportunities, from local contributions to global impact, from legacy to future, and from vision to action. Associated with courage, agility and strength across cultures, the TIGER reflects CUHK's ambition to achieve its vision with innovation, rigour and responsibility. Learn more: cuhk2030.cuhk.edu.hk/index.h… *TIGER represents Talent attraction and development, Institutional development, Global and alumni engagement, Education and student experience, and Research and innovation.

Transforming waste into value: CUHK researchers have developed an innovative all-in-one generator that converts biogas from biowaste into green fuels at ambient conditions. By combining advanced sorbents with low-temperature plasma catalysis, the system enables efficient conversion powered by renewable electricity. This patented solution supports a circular economy by helping industries reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and turn biowaste into a valuable resource. Designed for scalability and flexibility, the system has potential applications ranging from small farms to giant municipal treatment facilities. Learn more about this groundbreaking research: go.cuhk.digital/bio_waste_x #TheChineseUniversityofHongKong #CUHK #CUHKResearch #CUHKinTouch #biowaste #renewableelectricity #sustainability

The CUHK Podcast is now officially live on Spotify.🎙️Discover extraordinary ideas within the realm of everyday life! Join us as we bring together CUHK scholars, alumni, and young minds to dive deep into thought-provoking topics. We design every episode to spark curiosity and inspire everyone navigating this complex, exciting world. We look forward to connecting with you through the power of sound. 🙌 Search and subscribe to "CUHK Podcast" on Spotify now! #CUHK #TheChineseUniversityofHongKong #CUHKPodcast