Recognition

Group photo of HKUST Pro-Chancellor Dr. John Chan Cho-Chak (first row, fourth left), Council Chairman Prof. Harry Shum (first row, fourth right), Court Chairman Dr. the Honorable Andrew Liao Cheung-Sing (first row, third left), and President Prof. Nancy Ip (first row, third right), along with other senior management, Council and Court members, representatives of donors, as well as seven Named Professors, including Prof. Zhang Limin (third row, third left).
Group photo of HKUST Pro-Chancellor Dr. John Chan Cho-Chak (first row, fourth left), Council Chairman Prof. Harry Shum (first row, fourth right), Court Chairman Dr. the Honorable Andrew Liao Cheung-Sing (first row, third left), and President Prof. Nancy Ip (first row, third right), along with other senior management, Council and Court members, representatives of donors, as well as seven Named Professors, including Prof. Zhang Limin (third row, third left). 
A Tribute to Donors’ Ongoing Support for HKUST’s Mission
Dean of Engineering Prof. Hong K. Lo (first left) presented the SENG Teaching Excellence Appreciation Award 2024-25 to Prof. Qiu Xuan (second left), Dr. Cecia Chan Ki (second right), and Prof. So Pui-San (first right).
Dean of Engineering Prof. Hong K. Lo (first left) presented the SENG Teaching Excellence Appreciation Award 2024-25 to Prof. Qiu Xuan (second left), Dr. Cecia Chan Ki (second right), and Prof. So Pui-San (first right). 
Outstanding Educators Recognized
Twelve HKUST scholars were named in Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers 2025, including six from the School of Engineering.
Twelve HKUST scholars were named in Clarivate’s Highly Cited Researchers 2025, including six from the School of Engineering. 
Demonstrating Significant and Broad Influence in Research
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) 
Prof. Shen Yajing (left) and Prof. Wang Jiguang (right)
Prof. Shen Yajing (left) and Prof. Wang Jiguang (right) 
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. 
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