理大研究及創新事務處 PolyU Research and Innovation Office - RIO

17/06/2026

VR訓練可提升長者認知-運動表現並獲廣泛接受

在醫療領域運用虛擬實境（VR），不僅能以引人入勝的方式促進健康老齡化，更具備寶貴的臨床應用價值。

理大康復治療科學系副系主任（研究、創新及知識轉移）兼教授方乃權及其研究團隊，與南昆士蘭大學合作，探討全沉浸式虛擬實境訓練計劃能否為防跌提供一種新的預防方法。他們的研究不僅檢視VR能否改善與跌倒相關的結果，更關注長者是否真正願意接受並參與這項技術。

該計劃作為針對高跌倒風險長者的認知-運動干預方案而推行，特別針對輕度認知障礙者。這項計劃在研究與實踐層面均展現出顯著且令人鼓舞的成果。

更多：https://polyu.hk/YvKtX

#理大 #全沉浸式虛擬實境 #防跌 #創新 #研究 #理大研究

𝐕𝐑 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞-𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬

The use of VR in healthcare offers not only an engaging approach to promoting healthy ageing but also valuable clinical applications.

Prof. Kenneth Nai Kuen FONG, Associate Head (Research, Innovation and Knowledge Transfer) and Professor of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at PolyU, and his research team, in collaboration with the University of Southern Queensland, explored whether a fully immersive VR training programme could provide a meaningful new approach to fall prevention. Their work not only examines whether VR could improve fall-related outcomes, but also whether older adults would actually accept and engage with the technology.

The programme was developed as a cognitive-motor intervention for older adults at risk of falls, particularly those with mild cognitive impairment. It has delivered significant and promising results in both research and practice.

More: https://polyu.hk/YvKtX

15/06/2026

Lithoz（俐陶智）到訪理大　拓展陶瓷 3D 打印技術國際合作

全球陶瓷 3D 打印領域企業 Lithoz（俐陶智）代表團於6 月 12 日到訪理大。雙方就前沿科研與產業應用等議題進行交流，並探討產學研合作方向。

雙方在會上介紹機構科研發展，並就未來合作契機展開研討。其後，於理大舉辦公開講座，由 Lithoz（俐陶智）分享陶瓷 3D 打印的最新技術與產業趨勢，現場互動踴躍，氣氛熱烈。代表團隨後參觀理大三維打印技術中心實驗室，了解相關領域的科研成果與技術應用，並就潛在合作模式交換意見。是次交流為日後陶瓷 3D 打印領域的國際合作奠定良好基礎。

𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐳 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔

A delegation from Lithoz, a leading specialist in ceramic 3D printing, visited PolyU on 12 June. Both parties held in-depth discussions on cutting-edge technology R&D and industrial applications, while exploring opportunities for industry–academia collaboration.

The visit began with introductions to each side’s technological development, followed by a roundtable discussion on potential cooperation. A public lecture was held on campus, where Lithoz presented the latest industry technologies and trends, sparking lively exchanges with participants. The delegation also toured the University Research Facility in 3D Printing to gain insights into ongoing research achievements and technical applications. This visit laid a solid foundation for future collaboration in ceramic 3D printing.

#香港理工大學 俐陶智 #陶瓷 3D 打印 #增材製造 #國際合作 #產學研合作

15/06/2026

🚀 理大全力推動：「創智•動能」高峰論壇暨香港AI+及創科大獎2026

由新城廣播主辦、香港理工大學（理大）全力推動的「創智•動能」高峰論壇暨香港AI+及創科大獎 2026，將於 6 月 24 日（星期三）隆重舉行。活動論壇將匯聚政、產、學、研各界領袖，聚焦港深創科園的 AI 產業集群發展，共同探討數字資產與智能理財的全新版圖，交流真知灼見。

🎙️ 專題講者：
理大高級副校長（研究及創新）趙汝恒教授將擔任論壇【專題二：北都引擎 — 從港深創科園看 AI 產業集群】的嘉賓講者，分享前沿觀點。

誠邀各位踴躍報名，緊貼 AI 最新趨勢，萬勿錯過！

📅 日期： 2026 年 6 月 24 日（星期三）
🕑 時間： 下午 2 時至 5 時
📍 地點： 香港生產力促進局
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#理大 #人工智能 #創科 #新城廣播 #港深創科園 #數字資產 #智能理財

🚀 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 & 𝐀𝐈+ 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Organized by Metro Broadcast and fully supported by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), the " 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 & 𝐀𝐈+ 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔” will grandly take place on 24 Jun (Wednesday). The summit will bring together leaders from government, industry, academia, and research sectors to focus on the development of the AI industry cluster in the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park (HSITP).

Together, they will explore the brand-new landscape of digital assets and smart wealth management, exchanging profound insights.

🎙️ 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫:

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐨, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔, will be a guest speaker for 【Panel 2: Northern Metropolis Engine — AI Industry Cluster from the Perspective of HSITP】, where he will share his cutting-edge perspectives.

We cordially invite all to register, stay ahead of the latest AI trends, and don’t miss this great opportunity!

📅 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: June 24, 2026 (Wednesday)
🕑 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞: Hong Kong Productivity Council
🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐰: https://metroticketing.com/e/423/ai2026 (Limited seats available on a first-come, first-served basis)

【掌握AI+時代脈搏 佈局2026創科新藍圖】🚀
「創智•動能」高峰論壇暨香港AI+及創科大獎2026
免費入場 歡迎公眾登記 >> https://metroticketing.com/e/423/ai2026

AI+ 已經成為推動實體經濟、提升「新質生產力」嘅核心動能！新城廣播主辦《「創智•動能」高峰論壇2026》，政、產、學、研領袖匯聚！從港深創科園看AI產業集群，重構數字資產與智能理財新版圖。同場仲有《香港AI+ 及創科大獎》頒獎禮！

無論您係企業決策者、創科專才定係金融投資者，絕對唔可以錯過呢場年度盛事！🔥

【專題一】金融 + AI - 重構數字資產與智能金融新版圖
講者：
數碼港人工智能及數據科學總監 嚴滌宇先生
香港生產力促進局機械人及人工智能部總經理 馮國輝先生
AXA安盛香港及澳門首席資訊總監 何志恒先生

【專題二】北都引擎 - 從港深創科園看 AI 產業集群
講者：
港深創科園 生態系統發展部副總監 康靖華女士
香港理工大學高級副校長（研究及創新）趙汝恒教授
Microsoft香港企業及公共機構業務總監 林嘉曼女士

活動詳情：
📅 日期： 2026年6月24日 (星期三)
🕒 時間： 下午2時至5時
🏢 地點： 香港生產力促進局
🎟️ 費用： 全免（名額有限，先到先得）

把握機會，與業界領袖共同探索「金融+」與「AI+」嘅無限可能！即刻登記參加，一齊為香港創科未來動能加速！🏃‍♂️💨
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#新城廣播 #新城財經台 #創科

15/06/2026

15/06/2026

理大歡迎新疆農業大學代表團首次到訪

理大於6月11日接待首次到訪的新疆農業大學代表團，雙方就人才培養、學生事務及科研合作展開深入探討，為未來建立更緊密的合作關係，奠定堅實基石。

新疆農業大學代表團由校黨委書記謝樹青教授率領，成員包括國際交流及合作處處長楊志江教授、研究生院院長石書兵教授、科學技術處處長吳鵬昊教授，以及動物醫學學院院長郭慶勇教授。

理大代表團隊則由協理副校長（知識轉移）董澄教授領銜，聯同研究生院副院長夏勇教授、應用物理學系學生副院長及教授戴吉岩教授、食品科學及營養學系副系主任及副教授邱家琪教授、土地測量及地理資訊學系副教授朱孝林教授，以及航空及民航工程學系助理教授文偉松教授，展現跨學科交流合作的優勢。

除了會議交流，新疆農業大學代表團亦參觀了理大大學展覽館，深入瞭解理大的發展歷史與社會貢獻，並實地考察了生命科學中心實驗室（質譜分析實驗室）及三維列印技術中心實驗室，體驗理大的頂尖科研設施與硬實力。

理大期待未來兩校能緊密攜手，推動農業科技創新與跨學科研究發展，共同促進知識交流與可持續發展。

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐗𝐢𝐧𝐣𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲

PolyU welcomed a delegation from Xinjiang Agricultural University (XJAU) on 11 June, marking the first visit between the two institutions. Both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on talent cultivation, student affairs, and research collaboration, laying a solid foundation for a closer future partnership.

The XJAU delegation was led by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐗𝐢𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐮𝐪𝐢𝐧𝐠, Secretary of the CPC XJAU Committee, together with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐘𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐙𝐡𝐢𝐣𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠, Director of the International Cooperation and Exchange Office, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐒𝐡𝐢 𝐒𝐡𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠, Dean of the Graduate School, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐖𝐮 𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐨, Director of the Science and Technology Department, and 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐆𝐮𝐨 𝐐𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

The PolyU representative team was led by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐠, Associate Vice President (Knowledge Transfer), along with representatives from 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐗𝐢𝐚 𝐘𝐨𝐧𝐠, Associate Dean of Graduate School, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐃𝐚𝐢 𝐉𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐧, Associate Dean of Students and Professor of the Department of Applied Physics, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐮 𝐉𝐢𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢, Associate Head and Associate Professor of the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐙𝐡𝐮 𝐗𝐢𝐚𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐧, Associate Professor of the Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, and 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐖𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐠, Assistant Professor of the Department of Aeronautical and Aviation Engineering, highlighting strong interdisciplinary engagement.

During the visit, the delegation explored PolyU’s University Exhibition Gallery, gaining insights into its rich history and societal contributions, and toured the Mass Spectrometer Laboratory of the Life Science Central Laboratory and the University Research Facility in 3D Printing (U3DP), experiencing the University’s state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

PolyU looks forward to working closely with XJAU to jointly promote innovation in agricultural technology and interdisciplinary research collaboration, contributing to sustainable development and knowledge exchange.

⬇ Learn more｜更多
https://polyu.hk/OgBcG

#理大 #新疆農業大學 #學術交流 #科研合作 #人才培養 #高等教育

12/06/2026

𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐀 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠

As populations age, protecting brain health has become increasingly important.

While previous research has focused mainly on body mass index (BMI), Prof. Anqi QIU, Global STEM Scholar and Professor of the Department of Health Technology and Informatics at PolyU, and her research team showed that regional fat distribution is associated with brain structure, functional connectivity, white-matter integrity and cognition—independently of BMI.

The research found that, among all fat depots, visceral adiposity showed the strongest adverse associations with brain integrity and cognitive performance.

Prof. Qiu and her team showed that moving beyond BMI is essential for achieving a more precise understanding of obesity-related brain ageing, cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s-related risk.

More: https://polyu.hk/NEJeL



體脂分佈：或是評估腦部老化的更精準指標

隨着人口老化，維持腦部健康變得越來越重要。

過往研究多集中於體重指數（BMI）。然而，理大醫療科技及資訊學系教授暨全球STEM學者仇安琪及其研究團隊的研究顯示，局部脂肪分佈與大腦結構、功能連結、白質完整性及認知能力均存在關聯，而這些關聯獨立於BMI。

研究發現，在各類脂肪儲存部位之中，內臟脂肪與大腦完整性及認知表現的負面關聯最為顯著。

邱教授及其團隊指出，要更精準地理解與肥胖相關的腦部老化、認知衰退及阿茲海默症相關風險，不應只依賴 BMI 這一指標。
更多：https://polyu.hk/NEJeL

#理大 #認知 #阿茲海默症 #腦部健康 #老齡化 #局部脂肪 #脂肪分佈 #內臟脂肪 #創新 #研究 #理大研究

12/06/2026

媒體報導：理大人工智能管道機械人提升城市地下基建安全🏘️🔧

理大土地測量及地理資訊學系副系主任（教學）及教授黎偉樂教授，近日在香港電台節目中，介紹由理大聯同水務署及科技企業共同研發的人工智能管道檢測機械人「智管探」，展示科研成果如何應用於城市基礎設施管理。

該管道機械人專為香港高密度城市環境而設，配備聲學感測器、高解析度攝影系統及定位技術，並結合人工智能分析，能在狹窄且複雜的地下管網中進行高效、精準的檢測。透過實時數據收集與分析，技術有助及早識別管道問題，提升維修效率，並減低突發事故風險。🔍

黎教授指出，創新科技在城市管理中的應用，對提升基建安全及可持續發展至關重要。是項研究結合地理資訊科技與智能系統，推動地下設施檢測邁向自動化與智能化發展，為智慧城市建設提供重要支援。

𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐀𝐈-𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲🏘️🔧

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐢 𝐖𝐚𝐢-𝐥𝐨𝐤, 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝 (𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐨‑𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔, was recently featured on the RTHK’s programme, showcasing an AI-powered pipeline inspection robot co-developed with the Water Supplies Department and a technology company.

Designed for Hong Kong’s high-density urban environment, the robot is equipped with acoustic sensors, high-definition cameras, and positioning technologies, supported by AI analytics. It is capable of conducting precise inspections in confined, complex underground pipelines, enabling real-time data collection and early fault detection.🔍

Prof. Lai highlighted that innovative technologies play a crucial role in strengthening urban infrastructure management and advancing sustainable development. By integrating geo-informatics with intelligent systems, this research represents a significant step towards automated and smart inspection of underground utilities, contributing to safer and more resilient cities.

📽訪問節錄 ｜Interview Replay (In Chinese Only):
RTHK - https://polyu.me/4ot6yHh

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11/06/2026

理大研發智能窗膜 可調控光線與濕度 助建築節能減碳 推動低碳城市發展

理大研究團隊成功研發一款智能窗膜，利用不同物料的特性，令窗戶在日間有效降低室內溫度，夜間則可吸收空氣中的水分並降低窗戶透明度，在提升能源效益的同時，亦增強室內舒適度及私隱保障。這款創新窗膜兼具抗菌、耐用及高成本效益等優點，尤其適合香港等潮濕地區應用，為綠色建築發展提供創新方案。

這項理大研發成果名為「濕度感應及光線調節」（Moisture-responsive and Light-regulating，簡稱MRLR）薄膜，由理大能源與建築講座教授嚴晉躍教授，以及建築環境及能源工程學系助理教授（研究）劉俊偉博士共同帶領研究團隊開發。團隊突破現有智能窗膜設計，採用雙層結構，分別由親水性聚丙烯腈（PAN）納米纖維層，以及具高保水性能的透明聚丙烯酰胺（PAAM）水凝膠組成，藉由物料的吸水與水蒸發特性，達致光線、熱能及濕度調節功效。

嚴教授表示：「現時業界的智能窗膜多採用『熱致變色』或『光致變色』材料，以提升建築物的熱能管理效能，但這類薄膜普遍存在成本較高及耐久性不足等問題。理大團隊革新窗膜設計，採用環保且低成本的材料，實現同時調節室內光線、熱能與濕度的效能，從而降低建築物對冷卻系統的需求。我們研發的薄膜結構簡單，具備大規模生產潛力，未來可望為可持續綠色建築發展作出重要貢獻。」

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐰-𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

PolyU has developed an innovative smart window film that leverages the unique properties of various materials to lower indoor temperatures during the day while absorbing moisture and reducing its transparency at night, thereby enhancing energy efficiency as well as improving indoor comfort and privacy. Antibacterial, durable and cost-effective, this innovative window film is particularly suitable for use in humid regions such as Hong Kong, offering a promising solution for green building development.

Known as the “Moisture-responsive and Light-regulating” (MRLR) film, development of the PolyU innovation was led by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟.𝐘𝐀𝐍 𝐉𝐢𝐧𝐲𝐮𝐞 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐲, 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬, and 𝐃𝐫 𝐋𝐈𝐔 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐞𝐢, 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔. The team have revolutionised existing window film designs by adopting a dual-layer structure composed of a hydrophilic polyacrylonitrile (PAN) nanofiber layer and a transparent polyacrylamide (PAAM) hydrogel with excellent water retention. By leveraging the materials’ water absorption and evaporation characteristics, the film is able to regulate light, heat and humidity simultaneously.

Prof. Yan said, “Currently, the industry widely uses ‘thermochromic’ or ‘photochromic’ materials in smart windows to improve thermal management in buildings, but these films often face challenges such as high cost and insufficient durability. The PolyU team has innovated the film design using eco-friendly and low-cost materials to achieve simultaneous regulation of indoor light, heat and humidity, thereby reducing buildings’ reliance on cooling systems. Our film features a simple structure and has strong potential for large-scale production, making it highly promising for sustainable green building applications in the future.”

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10/06/2026

探索理大智齡研究新成果——《Innovation Digest》第八期現已出版

立即細閱《Innovation Digest》第八期，探索理大近期研究成果！今期以智齡為主題，帶領讀者了解如何透過科技與照護，創造豐盛人生。本期介紹八項聚焦智齡的理大研究，涵蓋新興科技與支援照護兩個範疇。

今期通訊有兩大重點：「Emerging Tech」展示支援長者身體健康的最新科技發展；「Supportive Care」則探討應用於護理的新工具及設備，並關注照顧者的心理健康及福祉。

印刷版數量有限，先到先得，派完即止。

𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝟖: 𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠

Immerse yourself in recent research outputs from PolyU in Issue 8 of Innovation Digest! This issue showcases eight research studies under the theme “Smart Ageing: Driving Prosperity in Life Through Tech and Care”, highlighting PolyU research on smart ageing, with a focus on emerging technologies and supportive care.

Dive into our research highlights:
Beyond BMI: How Fat Distribution Shapes the Ageing Brain
by Prof. Anqi QIU https://polyu.hk/NEJeL

Breaking News: Multilingual AI Cognitive Screening for the Chinese-Speaking Community
by Prof. Hualou LIANG https://polyu.hk/CvJMe

Beyond the Pandemic: AI Contact Tracing System Safeguards Residential Care Homes
by Prof. Ho Keung David SHUM and Prof. Lin YANG https://polyu.hk/gLNSF

Sound Solution: A Breakthrough Approach to Parkinson’s Disease
by Prof. Lei SUN https://polyu.hk/aXfeL

Stepping into Safety: How Immersive VR Can Help Prevent Falls in Older Adults
by Kenneth Nai Kuen FONG https://polyu.hk/YvKtX

When Digital Painting Meets Dementia Care Support
by Prof. Angela Man Yee LEUNG https://polyu.hk/ybdON

Beyond the Hype: Older Adults' Perspectives on Smart Healthcare in Hong Kong
by Prof. Yan Tina LUXIMON https://polyu.hk/TmLmL

Caring for the Carers: A Nature-Based Mindfulness Programme for Caregivers
by Prof. Herman Hay Ming LO https://polyu.hk/RbOpP

Printed copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Explore our full digital issue / 瀏覽完整電子版: https://polyu.hk/gjeiR

#理大 #智龄 #老龄化 #新兴科技 #支援照护 #创新 #研究 #理大研究

08/06/2026

🌟 理大學生癌症研究於創新及創業大賽勇奪殊榮 🌟

理大應用生物及化學科技學系博士研究生梁泳希和李孟靈博士，在「第十二屆香港大學生創新及創業大賽」中表現卓越。

他們憑藉研究項目「用於實體腫瘤的新型勝肽鏈結嵌合抗原受體巨噬細胞」，囊括「創新類別特等獎」以及「生命科學一等奬」。

在副系主任及教授李建華教授、和助理教授王搢珽教授的指導下，團隊首創以「胜肽連接系統」改造巨噬細胞，取代傳統T細胞，為治療實體腫瘤提供嶄新方案。該平台適用於 92% 的惡性腫瘤，並兼具更快捷、安全性佳及可實現個人化治療，極具市場潛力。

👏 恭喜兩位年輕科研人才取得傑出成就！

🌟 PolyU students’ cancer research achieves top honours in innovation and life sciences 🌟

Miss Rainbow Leung Wing Hei (PhD student) and Dr. Martina Lei Mang Leng (graduate) from PolyU’s Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology delivered an exceptional performance at the 12th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.

With their groundbreaking project, “Therapeutic efficacy of peptide-linked chimeric antigen receptor macrophages (pCAR-M) in solid tumors,” the team won the Grand Prize in the Innovation category and the First Prize in the Life Sciences category.

Supervised by Prof. Terence Lee Kin‑wah, Associate Head and Professor, and Prof. Clarence Wong Tsun‑ting, Assistant Professor of the same department, the project pioneers a peptide‑linked system to engineer macrophages instead of T cells, offering a novel approach to treating solid tumours. The pCAR‑M platform is faster, safer, and more accessible, with potential applicability to 92% of malignant tumours, unlocking vast opportunities in the solid-tumour market.

👏 Congratulations to our young innovators for their remarkable achievement!

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