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A research team led by Prof. Terence Wong Tsz-Wai (first left), Associate Head and Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at HKUST, together with his medtech start-up PhoMedics Limited, has developed Glanzir®, the world’s first AI-enabled, slide-free pathology imaging system. From second left to first right: Dr. Victor Tsang Tsz-Chun, HKUST Bioengineering PhD graduate, Co-Founder and Product Manager of PhoMedics; Dr. Ivy Wong Hei-Man, HKUST Bioengineering PhD graduate,
A research team led by Prof. Terence Wong Tsz-Wai (first left), Associate Head and Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at HKUST, together with his medtech start-up PhoMedics Limited, has developed Glanzir®, the world’s first AI-enabled, slide-free pathology imaging system. From second left to first right: Dr. Victor Tsang Tsz-Chun, HKUST Bioengineering PhD graduate, Co-Founder and Product Manager of PhoMedics; Dr. Ivy Wong Hei-Man, HKUST Bioengineering PhD graduate, Co-Founder and Chief Imaging Scientist of PhoMedics; and Ms. Lauren Tsui Wai-Kei, HKUST Bioengineering MPhil graduate, Co-Founder and Head of Operations of PhoMedics.  
Generates Histological Images in Just Three Minutes to Support Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis
HKUST Develops World’s First AI Slide-Free Pathology Imaging System
Researchers from HKUST, including Prof. Yang Jinglei (second right), postdoctoral fellows Dr. Liu Biyuan (first left) and Dr. Zhang Yonglin (second left), and PhD candidate Han Yuzi (first right), have discovered the quantum mechanism and rational design principles underlying interfacial polymerization — a breakthrough that advances applications in water purification and microcapsule technology.
Researchers from HKUST, including Prof. Yang Jinglei (second right), postdoctoral fellows Dr. Liu Biyuan (first left) and Dr. Zhang Yonglin (second left), and PhD candidate Han Yuzi (first right), have discovered the quantum mechanism and rational design principles underlying interfacial polymerization — a breakthrough that advances applications in water purification and microcapsule technology. 
Enabling Predictable Microcapsule Design with AI
HKUST Engineering Uncovers Mechanism Behind Accelerated Interfacial Polymerization
Prof. Kei May Lau, Research Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas and Professor Emeritus of the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at HKUST (second right), has received the prestigious 2026 Heinrich Welker Award in the semiconductor field. Prof. Lau attended the award presentation ceremony held in Kumamoto, Japan, on May 25.
Prof. Kei May Lau, Research Professor of the Division of Emerging Interdisciplinary Areas and Professor Emeritus of the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering at HKUST (second right), has received the prestigious 2026 Heinrich Welker Award in the semiconductor field. Prof. Lau attended the award presentation ceremony held in Kumamoto, Japan, on May 25. 
First Awardee Based on Achievements Accomplished in Hong Kong/China
HKUST Scholar Receives Prestigious Heinrich Welker Award in Semiconductor
Prof. Zhang Limin, Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at HKUST, receives a Certificate of Merit at the Fourth National Award for Excellence in Innovation.
Prof. Zhang Limin, Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at HKUST, receives a Certificate of Merit at the Fourth National Award for Excellence in Innovation.  
Recognizing Contributions to National Disaster Prevention and Mitigation
Prof. ZHANG Limin Honored with Certificate of Merit at the Fourth National Award for Excellence in Innovation
The research team will explore bio-inspired actuation technologies, illustration on new generation of orbital robotics, capable of performing precise tasks such as grasping, assembly, and obstacle avoidance.
The research team will explore bio-inspired actuation technologies, illustration on new generation of orbital robotics, capable of performing precise tasks such as grasping, assembly, and obstacle avoidance. 
Pooling Scientific Strengths from Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong to Drive Space Manufacturing and Debris-Mitigation Innovation
HKUST Secures Support from Stellar Rise for In-Orbit Bio-Inspired Robotic Project
The HKUST-CalmCar Physical AI Innovation Center inauguration ceremony
The HKUST-CalmCar Physical AI Innovation Center inauguration ceremony 
Ushering in a New Era of Physical Intelligence
HKUST and CalmCar Establish Physical AI Innovation Center
Distinguished guests learn about the latest HKUST inventions.
Distinguished guests learn about the latest HKUST inventions. 
Advancing Research Commercialization and Building a Vibrant I&T Ecosystem
HKUST Unicorn Day Brings Together Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Leaders
The research conducted by Prof. Zhou Yanguang (left), Dr. Xu Yixin (center), Dr. Xiang Xing (right), and all members of the Microscale Thermal Engineering Lab, bridges the gap between microscopic atomic dynamics and macroscopic ion transport, holding significant engineering value.
The research conducted by Prof. Zhou Yanguang (left), Dr. Xu Yixin (center), Dr. Xiang Xing (right), and all members of the Microscale Thermal Engineering Lab, bridges the gap between microscopic atomic dynamics and macroscopic ion transport, holding significant engineering value. 
Driving Next-Generation Thermoelectric Conversion for Cleaner Energy
HKUST Engineering Unveils Microscopic Mechanism of Fast Ion Transport in Superionic Crystals
搭載神舟二十三號載人飛船的長征二號F遙二十三運載火箭已於5月24日晚上順利升空。三位領導全球首款輕小型、高分辨率、高精度二氧化碳與甲烷點源協同探測儀「天韻相機」（MUSICO）研發工作的科大學者，包括土木及環境工程學系講座教授蘇慧教授（第二排左七）、系主任兼講座教授張利民教授（第二排左六），以及新興跨學科領域學部副教授翟成興教授（第二排左三），聯同數十位學生在校園一同觀看火箭升空。
搭載神舟二十三號載人飛船的長征二號F遙二十三運載火箭已於5月24日晚上順利升空。三位領導全球首款輕小型、高分辨率、高精度二氧化碳與甲烷點源協同探測儀「天韻相機」（MUSICO）研發工作的科大學者，包括土木及環境工程學系講座教授蘇慧教授（第二排左七）、系主任兼講座教授張利民教授（第二排左六），以及新興跨學科領域學部副教授翟成興教授（第二排左三），聯同數十位學生在校園一同觀看火箭升空。  
HKUST Faculty and Students Gather on Campus to Celebrate the Successful Launch of the Shenzhou‑23 Manned Spacecraft (Chinese Version Only)
HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew
HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew 
Alongside the HKUST‑Led, Hong Kong’s Only University Research Payload Aboard Tiangong
HKUST Congratulates First Hong Kong Payload Specialist Selected for Shenzhou‑23 Crew
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