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Prof. Charles Ng (first row, third right), HKUST’s Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. Chen Yong (second row, fifth right), Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Prof. Yang Zhengbao (first row, first right), General Chair of ICAST 2026 and Associate Professor of MAE; Prof. Yang Jinglei (first row, first left), Professor of MAE; and ICAST plenary speakers Prof. Wang Kon-Well from the University of Michigan (first row, second left) and Prof.
Prof. Charles Ng (first row, third right), HKUST’s Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. Chen Yong (second row, fifth right), Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE); Prof. Yang Zhengbao (first row, first right), General Chair of ICAST 2026 and Associate Professor of MAE; Prof. Yang Jinglei (first row, first left), Professor of MAE; and ICAST plenary speakers Prof. Wang Kon-Well from the University of Michigan (first row, second left) and Prof. Leng Jinsong from the Harbin Institute of Technology (first row, center). 
Exploring a Broad Range of Topics in Smart/Adaptive Structures
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
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
The Champion team
The Champion team 
Applying Electronics Technologies to Improve Quality of Life
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
(Top row, from left) Prof. Dan Tsang, Prof. Yang Qiang, Prof. Zhao Tianshou, Prof. Wei Shyy, Prof. Ding Cunsheng, Prof. Charles Ng, and Prof. Khaled B. Letaief; (middle row, from left) Prof. Jia Jiaya, Prof. Xie Yuan, Prof. Yang Hai, Prof. Zhang Limin, Prof. Kwok Hoi-Sing, Prof. Lionel Ni, and Prof. Yu Tongxi; (bottom row, from left) Prof. Zhang Qian, Prof. Chen Ying-Ju, Prof. Xu Kun, Prof. Chen Lei, Prof. Tim Cheng, Prof. Guo Song, and Prof. Kevin Chen
(Top row, from left) Prof. Dan Tsang, Prof. Yang Qiang, Prof. Zhao Tianshou, Prof. Wei Shyy, Prof. Ding Cunsheng, Prof. Charles Ng, and Prof. Khaled B. Letaief; (middle row, from left) Prof. Jia Jiaya, Prof. Xie Yuan, Prof. Yang Hai, Prof. Zhang Limin, Prof. Kwok Hoi-Sing, Prof. Lionel Ni, and Prof. Yu Tongxi; (bottom row, from left) Prof. Zhang Qian, Prof. Chen Ying-Ju, Prof. Xu Kun, Prof. Chen Lei, Prof. Tim Cheng, Prof. Guo Song, and Prof. Kevin Chen 
Electronic and Computer Engineering PhD student Ge Yuchu (center) at IEEE ISPSD 2026
Electronic and Computer Engineering PhD student Ge Yuchu (center) at IEEE ISPSD 2026 
An Industry Engagement Event in the theme of “Health & Medicine” was successfully hosted by the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering on May 15, 2026, drawing around 70 industry guests, faculty members, alumni and students for an evening of insightful exchange and community building.
An Industry Engagement Event in the theme of “Health & Medicine” was successfully hosted by the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering on May 15, 2026, drawing around 70 industry guests, faculty members, alumni and students for an evening of insightful exchange and community building.