Department of Biomedical Engineering
City University of Hong Kong
Department of Biomedical Engineering

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News and Events in 2026

BME Faculty Members Named among The World’s Top 2% Most-cited Scientists

BME Faculty Members Named among The World’s Top 2% Most-cited Scientists

9 OCT 2026
Our faculty members have been listed among the top 2% most-cited scientists (career-long/single year) in the newly published report of Stanford University.
Prof. YU Xinge receives CityUHK Presidential Research Excellence Award

Prof. YU Xinge receives CityUHK Presidential Research Excellence Award

8 OCT 2026
Prof. YU Xinge has been awarded the CityUHK Presidential Research Excellence Award in recognition of his outstanding research achievements and impact since joining the University.
Prof. SHI Peng’s team develops sequencing-free spatial omics method for fresh tissues

Prof. SHI Peng’s team develops sequencing-free spatial omics method for fresh tissues

28 SEP 2026
A research team led by Prof. SHI Peng has introduced Spectrum-FISH, a sequencing-free and amplification-free approach designed to make spatial omics more practical for clinical settings.
Visit by Nankai University

Visit by Nankai University

1 SEP 2026
A delegation of 15 professors and students from Nankai University visited the Department of Biomedical Engineering on 1 September 2026. The visit included a laboratory tour showcasing a range of biomedical devices, followed by visits to the CLP Power Low Carbon Energy Education Centre and the “The Power of Play” Exhibition. Prof. SONG Yu also delivered an informative presentation introducing the Department and its programmes.
BME Teams Achieve Gold Medal Success at International SynBio Challenges

BME Teams Achieve Gold Medal Success at International SynBio Challenges

23 AUG 2026
Two student teams have achieved outstanding results at SynBio Challenges 2026, an international synthetic biology competition for undergraduate students. Competing against over 100 teams from around the world, both teams earned Gold Medals by ranking in the top 40% for their innovative solutions in genetic engineering.
Visit by Ocean University of China

Visit by Ocean University of China

23 JUL 2026
A group of 15 from Ocean University of China visited BME on 23 July 2026. During the visit, the group toured BME Laboratory, where they learned about technologies and devices used in biomedical engineering, and visited the CLP Power Low Carbon Energy Education Centre. Prof. SONG Yu also delivered a talk to introduce the Department and programme.
Prof. KHOO Bee Luan wins Gold Prize at Korea International Women’s Invention Exposition (KIWIE), the only awardee from Hong Kong

Prof. KHOO Bee Luan wins Gold Prize at Korea International Women’s Invention Exposition (KIWIE), the only awardee from Hong Kong

18 JUL 2026
Prof. KHOO Bee Luan has been awarded a Gold Prize at the Korea International Women’s Invention Exposition (KIWIE) for her invention Microfluidic-based Personalized Biochip for Healthcare (MetaPred). Prof. Khoo was the only awardee from Hong Kong at this year’s exposition.
Prof. XU Chenjie Awarded Inaugural Overseas Research Fellowship Scheme

Prof. XU Chenjie Awarded Inaugural Overseas Research Fellowship Scheme

1 JUN 2026
Prof. XU Chenjie has been selected for the inaugural RGC Overseas Research Fellowship Scheme (ORFS). Prof. Xu specialises in nanomedicine, developing next-generation microneedle devices for transdermal drug delivery and biosensing, and intelligent formulations/devices for delivering biologics such as cells.
Prof. ZHANG Yong Honoured with Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards

Prof. ZHANG Yong Honoured with Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards

26 MAY 2026
Prof. ZHANG Yong has been awarded both the Author Service Award and the Editorial Contribution Award by Springer Nature as part of its Editor of Distinction Awards. These awards recognize his exceptional contributions to Microchimica Acta, particularly for his rigorous peer review management and dedication to enhancing the author experience.
Visit to HKTDC Medical and Healthcare Fair

Prof. ZHANG Yong and his team develop antibacterial woundplast based on reduced MXene

13 MAY 2026
Prof. ZHANG Yong’s team has developed a new method to enhance the free electron concentration and electrical conductivity of MXene by modifying their surface terminal groups, significantly improving the photothermal conversion efficiency to 91.66% under 808nm laser irradiation.
Visit to HKTDC Medical and Healthcare Fair

Visit to HKTDC Medical and Healthcare Fair

13 MAY 2026
The MSc Biomedical Engineering (MSBME) students visited the HKTDC Medical and Healthcare Fair on 13 May 2026. The visit provided a valuable platform for students to explore the latest medical and healthcare innovations developed and investigated in different countries.
MSBME Graduation Dinner

MSBME Graduation Dinner

12 MAY 2026
The MSc Biomedical Engineering (MSBME) programme hosted a Graduation Dinner at the City Chinese Restaurant on 12 May 2026. The event was highly successful, bringing together more than 80 faculty members and students.
BME and VCS Host Inaugural Joint Symposium to Foster Collaborative Innovation

BME and VCS Host Inaugural Joint Symposium to Foster Collaborative Innovation

27 MAR 2026
Our Department co-organised the first symposium with the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences on 27 March 2026. This symposium aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation between faculty members. The event provided a platform for presenting research, proposing new ideas, and identifying complementary expertise across both fields.
Prof. SHI Peng Awarded Gold Medals with Jury Congratulations at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva

Prof. SHI Peng Awarded Gold Medals with Jury Congratulations at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva

15 MAR 2026
Prof. SHI Peng, in collaboration with Prof. ZHANG Wenjun from a sister Department and other teammates, has been awarded Gold Medals with Jury Congratulations at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva (IEIG) for their project, "UniquePOKE Series: The Multifunctional Biochip for Therapeutic Cell Engineering."
Industrial Visit to Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP)

Industrial Visit to Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP)

30 JAN 2026
The MSc Biomedical Engineering (MSBME) students visited Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) on 30 January 2026. They explored three innovative companies: SenseTime, The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI), and The Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM).
Prof. YU Xinge and Collaborators Develop Innovative Organ-Conformal Bioelectronic Patch

Prof. YU Xinge and Collaborators Develop Innovative Organ-Conformal Bioelectronic Patch

27 JAN 2026
Prof. YU Xinge's research team, in collaboration with other researchers, has introduced POCKET. This flexible, implantable bioelectronic device is designed to perfectly conform to the complex surfaces of organs, marking a breakthrough in drug and gene delivery.
Visit to HKTDC Education & Careers Expo

Visit to HKTDC Education & Careers Expo

24 JAN 2026
The MSc Biomedical Engineering (MSBME) students visited the HKTDC Education & Careers Expo on 24 January 2026. The visit aims to provide students with a platform to connect with companies and explore diverse career pathways aligned with their interests.
Meetup with Industrial Advisors

Meetup with Industrial Advisors

20 JAN 2026
A meetup was arranged off-campus on 20 January 2026 to offer an informal occasion for BEngBME students to connect with the Industrial Advisors to learn more about the industry and expectations from employers, and receive guidance and suggestions on career development.
Prof. YU Xinge Participates in Study about Soft Biodegradable Implants

Prof. YU Xinge Participates in Study about Soft Biodegradable Implants

7 JAN 2026
Prof. YU Xinge, in collaboration with researchers from the Institute of Mechanics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Tsinghua University, has introduced a groundbreaking wireless sensing technology for soft biodegradable implants.

Last modified on 14 October 2026