Recognition

Prof. Tim Cheng, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development, has recently received the Pioneering Achievement Award 2025 from the ACM SIGDA.
Prof. Tim Cheng, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development, has recently received the Pioneering Achievement Award 2025 from the ACM SIGDA. 
Outstanding Contributions that Reshaped Global Semiconductor Design and Testing
Prof. Xie Yuan (center) received a 2025 CCF Overseas Outstanding Contribution Award by China Computer Federation (CCF) from Prof. Sun Ninghui (left), CCF President, and Prof. Li Xiaoming (right), Chairman of CCF Awarding Committee, at the award presentation ceremony in Harbin on October 24, 2025.
Prof. Xie Yuan (center) received a 2025 CCF Overseas Outstanding Contribution Award by China Computer Federation (CCF) from Prof. Sun Ninghui (left), CCF President, and Prof. Li Xiaoming (right), Chairman of CCF Awarding Committee, at the award presentation ceremony in Harbin on October 24, 2025. 
Recognizing Distinguished Contribution in Integrated Circuit Chip Design
Prof. Fu Lin is recognized for his outstanding contributions to education, research and service in the profession of aeronautics and related engineering sectors.
Prof. Fu Lin is recognized for his outstanding contributions to education, research and service in the profession of aeronautics and related engineering sectors. 
Contributions in Aerospace Engineering
(From left) Chan Cho-Hon, Chau Tsz-Lam, Lee Sing-Chun, Li Ka-Yan, and Teng Zhaohan (Photo credit: HKIE)
(From left) Chan Cho-Hon, Chau Tsz-Lam, Lee Sing-Chun, Li Ka-Yan, and Teng Zhaohan (Photo credit: HKIE) 
Firebird Members from the left to the right: Ian, LAU Hoi Lok (previous Firebird leader), Rachel, WONG Man Ying (current Firebird leader), Charles, CHENG Ka Nok (previous COMP4633 student), William, SO Chun Hin (previous COMP4633 student), Fai, LAM Hung Fai (current Firebird leader), Jacky, LUI Ka Kit (previous COMP4633 student)
Firebird Members from the left to the right: Ian, LAU Hoi Lok (previous Firebird leader), Rachel, WONG Man Ying (current Firebird leader), Charles, CHENG Ka Nok (previous COMP4633 student), William, SO Chun Hin (previous COMP4633 student), Fai, LAM Hung Fai (current Firebird leader), Jacky, LUI Ka Kit (previous COMP4633 student) 
Prof. Ben Chan (right) received the Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching from President Prof. Nancy Ip at the University’s Congregation 2025 on October 18. He was recognized for his achievements in teaching and curriculum development, dedication to students, and broad contributions to the University’s educational mission.
Prof. Ben Chan (right) received the Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching from President Prof. Nancy Ip at the University’s Congregation 2025 on October 18. He was recognized for his achievements in teaching and curriculum development, dedication to students, and broad contributions to the University’s educational mission. 
A Passionate Advocate for Advancing Teaching Innovation
Bridging Chip Architecture Research with Practical Industry Needs
Mr. Lo Chak-Yan (left), Assistant Research Engineering of HKUST Great Smart Cities Institute, and Mr. Nicholas Wong (right), Operations Data Studio Manager of MTR, were presented the Best Smart Mobility Award by Mr. Tony Wong (center), The Commissioner for Digital Policy, at the Awards Presentation Ceremony of the Hong Kong/Shanghai Co-operation Open Data Challenge 2025 in Shanghai on August 27, 2025.
Mr. Lo Chak-Yan (left), Assistant Research Engineering of HKUST Great Smart Cities Institute, and Mr. Nicholas Wong (right), Operations Data Studio Manager of MTR, were presented the Best Smart Mobility Award by Mr. Tony Wong (center), The Commissioner for Digital Policy, at the Awards Presentation Ceremony of the Hong Kong/Shanghai Co-operation Open Data Challenge 2025 in Shanghai on August 27, 2025.