12/01/2026

HKUST School of Engineering Launches Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award

Dr. Jack Lau (seventh left), Mr. Terry Tsang (seventh right) and Mr. Frank Wang are the inaugural recipients of HKUST’s Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award. Also pictured are Mrs. Lau (sixth left), Mrs. Tsang (sixth right), Prof. Jimmy Fung (second left), Prof. Hong K. Lo (fifth left), award selection panel members Ir Dr. Andrew Chan (first right), Prof. Philip Chan (second right), Prof. Roland Chin (third right), Ir Prof. Lam Sai-Hung (fourth right) and Prof. Ping Ko (fifth right), as well as citation orators Prof. Zhang Limin (fourth left), Prof. Andrew Poon (first left), and Prof. Tsui Chi-Ying (third left). [Download Photo]

The School of Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted its inaugural Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award Ceremony on January 10, 2026, honoring three distinguished alumni for their outstanding achievements and contributions.

The newly established award is a flagship initiative of HKUST Engineering, recognizing alumni who exemplify excellence in engineering, leadership, and community service while making significant contributions to their industry, society, and alma mater.

Following a rigorous review by a panel of senior academic and industry leaders, the three award recipients are (listed in alphabetical order by last name):

Dr. Jack LAU
PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Founder of Perception Digital
Adjunct Professor of Electronic and Computer Engineering, HKUST

Citation: For Professional Achievement and Contribution to Community (Full citation)

Mr. Terry TSANG Kin-Chung
MPhil in Civil Engineering and BEng in Civil & Structural Engineering
CEO of Madhead
HKUST Council Member
HKUST Convocation Chairman

Citation: For Devoted Service and Contribution to Alma Mater (Full citation)

Mr. Frank WANG
MPhil in Electronic & Computer Engineering and BEng in Electronic Engineering
Founder & CEO of DJI

Citation: For Professional Achievement and Global Impact (Full citation)

At the ceremony, Prof. Tim CHENG, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development and former Dean of Engineering, remarked, “We take immense pride in the University’s accomplishments over the past 35 years. These achievements stem not only from our faculty’s dedication, but also very importantly, from the profound contributions our alumni have made to society after graduation. Leveraging HKUST’s expertise in areas such as AI, robotics, materials, data science, energy, sustainability, and healthcare technology, we are pioneering next-generation medical advancements for our new medical school while supporting Hong Kong’s transition into a knowledge-based economy.”

Prof. Jimmy FUNG, HKUST Associate Provost (Teaching & Learning), added, “This award underscores the pivotal role our alumni have played in shaping the University’s legacy over the past 35 years and their far-reaching impact on society. We are proud to have witnessed their commendable achievements, including some who became prominent leaders and game-changers who have transformed and set new standards in their respective fields. We believe their achievements will continue to serve as a beacon of inspiration for our alumni community, current students and future generations.”

Prof. Hong K. LO, Dean of Engineering at HKUST said, “The Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award marks a major initiative of the School of Engineering to recognize the exceptional accomplishments of its alumni, which now exceeds 40,000 members worldwide. We are delighted to introduce this award designated to honor their contributions. Cultivating and strengthening alumni relations remains central to our mission, and we are confident that this award, alongside our engagement programs, will foster a vibrant community and inspire the next generation of engineers.”

The Distinguished Engineering Alumni Award Ceremony was part of HKUST Engineering Alumni Homecoming Day. The full-day event also featured an alumni reunion luncheon, campus tours, robot games and demonstrations, robotic barista, tastings of alumni-produced products, a display of Dr. Jensen Huang’s autographed leather jacket, and research showcases on AI-powered healthcare technologies and the low-altitude economy, and more. Over 1,000 engineering alumni, together with their families and friends, attended the Homecoming Day, reconnecting and reminiscing on the HKUST campus.

About The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) (https://hkust.edu.hk/) is a world-class university known for its innovative education, research excellence, and impactful knowledge transfer. With a holistic and interdisciplinary pedagogy approach, HKUST was ranked 6th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, 3rd in the Times Higher Education’s Young University Rankings 2024, and 19th globally and 1st in Hong Kong in the Times Higher Education’s Impact Rankings 2025. Thirteen HKUST subjects were ranked among the world’s top 50 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, with “Data Science and Artificial Intelligence” coming in 17th worldwide and first in Hong Kong. Our graduates are highly competitive, consistently ranking among the world’s top 30 most sought-after employees. In terms of research and entrepreneurship, over 80% of our work was rated “internationally excellent” or "world leading” in the Research Assessment Exercise 2020 of the Hong Kong’s University Grants Committee. As of July 2025, HKUST members have founded over 1,900 active start-ups, including 10 Unicorns and 17 exits (IPO or M&A).

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