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The Asian Deans’ Forum is a gathering of engineering heads of member universities to share experiences and approaches to the development of engineering knowledge. Front row from left: Prof. Hong K. Lo (HKUST), Prof. Chiang Mao-Hsiung (NTU), Prof. Kouhei Tsumoto (UTokyo), Prof. Teo Kie Leong (NUS), Prof. Julien Epps (UNSW Sydney), Prof. Wontae Hwang (SNU) and Prof. Wu Huaqiang (THU).
The Asian Deans’ Forum is a gathering of engineering heads of member universities to share experiences and approaches to the development of engineering knowledge. Front row from left: Prof. Hong K. Lo (HKUST), Prof. Chiang Mao-Hsiung (NTU), Prof. Kouhei Tsumoto (UTokyo), Prof. Teo Kie Leong (NUS), Prof. Julien Epps (UNSW Sydney), Prof. Wontae Hwang (SNU) and Prof. Wu Huaqiang (THU). 
Championing Women Engineers
“Asian Deans’ Forum 2024 – The Rising Stars Women in Engineering Workshop” Brought Together Young Women Engineers to Advance Academic Leadership
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The HKUST-MTR Joint Research Laboratory’s digital twin project received multiple awards at the “Hong Kong ICT Awards 2024”, including the “Smart Mobility (Smart Transport) Gold Award”, “Best Use of AI Award”, “Smart Mobility Grand Award”, and the highest honor, the “Award of the Year”.
The HKUST-MTR Joint Research Laboratory’s digital twin project received multiple awards at the “Hong Kong ICT Awards 2024”, including the “Smart Mobility (Smart Transport) Gold Award”, “Best Use of AI Award”, “Smart Mobility Grand Award”, and the highest honor, the “Award of the Year”. 
Driving Hong Kong to be a Hub of Smart Mobility
Joint Research by MTR and HKUST Promoting Smart Traffic Management through AI and Big Data Receives Multiple Awards at Hong Kong ICT Awards 2024
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The first “Industry Connects University” biannual forum on digital transformation cum CSE Get-together on October 25 drew 140 industry partners, faculty members, alumni and students. The occasion marked the first event that took place at the newly renovated Engineering Commons after its official opening on October 17.
The first “Industry Connects University” biannual forum on digital transformation cum CSE Get-together on October 25 drew 140 industry partners, faculty members, alumni and students. The occasion marked the first event that took place at the newly renovated Engineering Commons after its official opening on October 17. 
Discussing Opportunities and Challenges in Digital Transformation
Inaugural I-Connect-U Forum cum CSE Get-Together Boosted Industry-Academia Interaction
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Outstanding Educators Recognized
SENG Teaching Excellence Appreciation Award 2023-24
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Assistant Professor Chen Hao (center) and PhD student Qiu Zelin (second right) from the School of Engineering, HKUST; Prof. Zhao Yinghua (third left), Dr. Xie Zhuoyao (first right) and other members of the research team from the Third Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University.
Assistant Professor Chen Hao (center) and PhD student Qiu Zelin (second right) from the School of Engineering, HKUST; Prof. Zhao Yinghua (third left), Dr. Xie Zhuoyao (first right) and other members of the research team from the Third Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University. 
Advancing Smart Healthcare with AI
Diagnosing Knee Abnormalities Like an Experienced Radiologist: A Novel Deep Learning Model by HKUST Engineering School
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HKUST Provost Prof. Guo Yike (left), and Prof. Chen Hao (right), Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.
HKUST Provost Prof. Guo Yike (left), and Prof. Chen Hao (right), Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering.  
Diagnosing and Prognosing Up to 30 Types of Cancers and Diseases
HKUST Spearheads Four Large AI Models to Revolutionize Healthcare
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HKUST announces today five new programs for the 2025/26 academic year, ahead of its Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions on November 2. (From left) Prof. Henry Lam Hei-Ning, Director of the Center for Engineering Education Innovation of the School of Engineering; Prof. Mak Ho-Yi, Associate Dean (Student Recruitment) of the School of Science; Prof. Emily Nason, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment and Admissions Office at HKUST; and Mr. Jimmy Wu Chun-Ming, Integrative Systems and Design student at
HKUST announces today five new programs for the 2025/26 academic year, ahead of its Information Day for Undergraduate Admissions on November 2. (From left) Prof. Henry Lam Hei-Ning, Director of the Center for Engineering Education Innovation of the School of Engineering; Prof. Mak Ho-Yi, Associate Dean (Student Recruitment) of the School of Science; Prof. Emily Nason, Director of Undergraduate Recruitment and Admissions Office at HKUST; and Mr. Jimmy Wu Chun-Ming, Integrative Systems and Design student at the Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies, introduce the new programs, latest admissions information, and learning experiences. 
HKUST Information Day to Unveil Five New Undergraduate Programs and New Dual-Track Admission Framework for Engineering
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Starting in Fall 2025, HKUST will introduce a new Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Artificial Intelligence.
Starting in Fall 2025, HKUST will introduce a new Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Artificial Intelligence. 
Unlocking the Magic of Technology
A Journey into Computer Science and Engineering at HKUST with New BEng in Artificial Intelligence Program
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Prof. Tim Cheng (center) received a 2024 CCF Overseas Outstanding Contribution Award by China Computer Federation (CCF) from Prof. Sun Ninghui (right), CCF President, and Prof. Li Xiaoming (left), CCF Chairman of Awarding Committee, at the award presentation ceremony on October 25, 2024.
Prof. Tim Cheng (center) received a 2024 CCF Overseas Outstanding Contribution Award by China Computer Federation (CCF) from Prof. Sun Ninghui (right), CCF President, and Prof. Li Xiaoming (left), CCF Chairman of Awarding Committee, at the award presentation ceremony on October 25, 2024. 
Recognizing Distinguished Contribution in Electronic Design Automation
Prof. Tim CHENG Awarded 2024 Overseas Outstanding Contribution Award by China Computer Federation
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Over 100 members of the University’s senior management, engineering faculty, students and staff congregated at the grand opening of the newly renovated Engineering Commons on October 17, 2024.
Over 100 members of the University’s senior management, engineering faculty, students and staff congregated at the grand opening of the newly renovated Engineering Commons on October 17, 2024. 
A Central Hub for Learning, Advising and Socializing
School of Engineering Celebrates Grand Opening of New Engineering Commons
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Civil Engineering PhD students Gong Xingbo (left) and Xu Yuqing (center) in Prof. Jack Cheng’s team received the final award in the Student Research Category of buildingSMART International openBIM Awards 2024 at the banquet of buildingSMART International Summit cum CIB W78 Conference.
Civil Engineering PhD students Gong Xingbo (left) and Xu Yuqing (center) in Prof. Jack Cheng’s team received the final award in the Student Research Category of buildingSMART International openBIM Awards 2024 at the banquet of buildingSMART International Summit cum CIB W78 Conference. 
Demonstrating Exemplary Use of openBIM in Built Asset Industry
Prof. Jack CHENG’s Team Won in Student Research Category of buildingSMART International openBIM Awards 2024
The “HKUST-ExxonMobil iSTEAM Program 2024 – Smartbot Sports Day” drew around 150 students and teachers from 15 primary and secondary schools to experience and learn about STEAM, collaboration and leadership.
The “HKUST-ExxonMobil iSTEAM Program 2024 – Smartbot Sports Day” drew around 150 students and teachers from 15 primary and secondary schools to experience and learn about STEAM, collaboration and leadership. 
Cultivating Collaboration and Leadership
HKUST-ExxonMobil iSTEAM Program 2024 Promotes STEAM Education among 150 Students and Teachers
Prof. Charles Ng (center) received the R.M. Quigley Award at the Canadian Geotechnical Conference, which was held on September 15-18, 2024, in Montreal, Quebec.
Prof. Charles Ng (center) received the R.M. Quigley Award at the Canadian Geotechnical Conference, which was held on September 15-18, 2024, in Montreal, Quebec. 
Recognizing a Geotechnical Best Paper
Prof. Charles NG Received R.M. Quigley Award of Canadian Geotechnical Society
Prof. Dan Tsang (left) and Prof. Wang Yiwen (right) were invited as Young Scientists to deliver talks at 2024 World Laureates Forum in Shanghai. Only eight Young Scientists were selected in the event.
Prof. Dan Tsang (left) and Prof. Wang Yiwen (right) were invited as Young Scientists to deliver talks at 2024 World Laureates Forum in Shanghai. Only eight Young Scientists were selected in the event. 
Insightful Discussion on Excellence in Science
Prof. Dan TSANG and Prof. WANG Yiwen Selected as Young Scientists to Speak at World Laureates Forum
Prof. Ping K. Ko, HKUST Honorary Fellow and former Dean of Engineering, gave an insightful talk to School of Engineering faculty members on October 23, 2024.
Prof. Ping K. Ko, HKUST Honorary Fellow and former Dean of Engineering, gave an insightful talk to School of Engineering faculty members on October 23, 2024.  
Inspiration from a Visionary Leader
A Conversation with Former Dean of Engineering Prof. Ping K. KO
The discoveries, inventions, collaborations and triumphs that have collectively been woven into the very fabric of SENG, an institution continuously attaining academic and research excellence in the realm of engineering