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From Lab to Market: HKUST Leads in Innovation and Knowledge Transfer

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HKUST President Prof. Nancy Ip delivers the opening speech at the session.
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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has been at the forefront of entrepreneurship and tech transfer since its establishment 31 years ago. Backed by a culture of innovation, as well as strong research capabilities and network with local, mainland and international partners, HKUST’s new President Prof. Nancy Ip is confident that the University is in a privileged position to propel the I&T development of the city and the nation.

HKUST researchers introduce their research projects to Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (third right), Prof. Nancy Ip, HKUST President (third left), Prof. Tim Cheng, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development (second left).
HKUST researchers introduce their research projects to Prof. Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (third right), Prof. Nancy Ip, HKUST President (third left), Prof. Tim Cheng, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development (second left).

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Representatives of the European Union and Consul Generals from multiple countries attend the Industry Engagement Day.
Representatives of the European Union and Consul Generals from multiple countries attend the Industry Engagement Day.
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At the ‘HKUST x Industry Engagement Day: Innovation and Technology Showcase’ (Industry Engagement Day) held yesterday on the HKUST campus, 500 honorable guests including Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Prof. Sun Dong; representatives of the European Union and Consul Generals from multiple countries including Sweden, Egypt and Vietnam; as well as members from business and tech sectors, explored collaborative opportunities with HKUST researchers on their inventions spanning sustainability and smart living, healthtech, semi-conductor, sensors and microelectronics, big data, artificial intelligence, fintech and robotics.

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