The University of Hong Kong (HKU) State Key Laboratories have been introduced with plaques by the Ministry of Science and Technology immediately (25 August). The presentation ceremony was officiated by Mr Yin Hejun, Minister of Science and Technology; Mr Zhou Ji, Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government within the Hong Kong SAR (LOCPG); and Mr John Lee Ka-chiu, Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR.
The newly established State Key Laboratory of Optical Quantum Materials, alongside 4 current State Key Laboratories, cements HKU’s place because the establishment with the very best variety of State Key Laboratories in Hong Kong. Details of HKU’s State Key Laboratories are as follows:
SKL of Emerging Infectious Diseases
Established in 2005 inside the HKSAR, the SKL of Emerging Infectious Diseases stands as the primary facility of its sort, uniquely integrating monitoring and early warning techniques, foundational and scientific analysis, and utilized translational research.
Director: Professor GUAN Yi
Chair of Emerging Viral Diseases, School of Public Health, HKUMed
Professor Kwok-yung YUEN
Henry Fok Professor in Infectious Diseases and Chair of Infectious Diseases, Department of Microbiology, School of Clinical Medicine, HKUMed
SKL of Liver Research
The SKL of Liver Research bridges cutting-edge primary analysis with scientific observe to advance the prevention, analysis, and therapy of liver illness. By harnessing its experience in foundational science and scientific administration, the laboratory drives innovation and improves outcomes in liver well being.
Director: Professor Irene NG Oi-lin
Loke Yew Professor in Pathology and Chair of Pathology, Department of Pathology, School of Clinical Medicine, HKUMed
SKL of Synthetic Chemistry
The State Key Laboratory of Synthetic Chemistry is devoted to conducting cutting-edge primary and interdisciplinary analysis in sustainable inexperienced catalysis, precision synthesis, artificial biology, and novel practical molecules. By advancing analysis in these cutting-edge areas, the laboratory is driving progress and growth in superior supplies science and biomedicine within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Through its revolutionary analysis, the laboratory continues to realize breakthroughs, serving the key wants of the nation’s “dual carbon” coverage, in addition to in life sciences, well being sciences, and new drug analysis and growth.
Director: Professor Chi-ming CHE
Zhou Guangzhao Professor in Natural Sciences and Chair Professor of the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science
SKL of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
The SKL of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology is dedicated to advancing foundational analysis on metabolic power illnesses and pioneering the event and scientific utility of macromolecular therapeutics. Through its revolutionary work, the laboratory goals to handle essential well being challenges and enhance affected person outcomes.
Director: Professor XU Aimin
Rosie T T Young Professor in Endocrinology and Metabolism and Chair of Metabolic Medicine, Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, HKUMed
SKL of Optical Quantum Materials
The SKL of Optical Quantum Materials merges the fields of photonics and two-dimensional supplies to pioneer developments in quantum and metamaterials. With a give attention to ultrafast processes and topological constructions, the laboratory drives technological innovation and helps the event of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a hub for cutting-edge analysis.
Director: Professor Xiang ZHANG
President and Vice-Chancellor; Chair of Physics, Department of Physics, Faculty of Science
On the identical day, Mr Yin Hejun, Minister of Science and Technology, led a delegation on a go to to HKU, accompanied by Ms Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, and Mr Ye Shuiqiu, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government within the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The delegation held in-depth discussions with Professor Xiang Zhang, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKU, together with the University’s Senior Management group and the administrators of HKU’s State Key Laboratories. The delegation toured two of the SKLs, gaining insights into HKU’s groundbreaking analysis and contributions to scientific development.
Professor Xiang Zhang expressed gratitude to the nation and the HKSAR Government for their assist of scientific and technological analysis in Hong Kong, “Scientific and technological progress is deeply interconnected with the advancement of humanity. HKU is dedicated to nurturing research talent across diverse disciplines, not only by supporting our laboratories but also by spearheading fundamental research initiatives that align with national development strategies and address critical national needs. HKU remains committed in contributing to our city, our nation, and the global community.”