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CityUHK chemist named 2026 Asian Young Scientist Fellow, the only recipient in Hong Kong
04 Sep 2026
Professor Xu Jijian, Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at CityUHK, has been named an Asian Young Scientist Fellow in the 2026 selection round for his achievements in the physical sciences. He is the only scholar from Hong Kong among the 12 young scientists selected across Asia this year.
How does the brain overcome the limits of multitasking? Neuroscientists at CityUHK and CUHK reveals a dynamic neural strategy and hints for artificial intelligence training
03 Sep 2026
A study co-led by Professor Yung Wing-ho, Chair Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the College of Biomedicine of CityUHK, and Professor Ke Ya, from the School of Biomedical Sciences at CU Medicine, has uncovered how the brain dynamically manages and reorganises its neural resources when learning to multitask.
CityUHK advances collaboration with Cornell University in One Health and veterinary education
02 Sep 2026
A high-level delegation from CityUHK, led by Professor the Honourable Michael Ngai, Council Chairman, visited Cornell University in August. The two universities explored new frontiers with a dedicated focus on One Health, reinforcing their long-standing academic partnership.
CityUHK welcomes new students: Non-local student admissions reach a near 10-year high
01 Sep 2026
A new academic year and a new beginning bring endless possibilities. CityUHK named the Most International University in the World by Times Higher Education for three consecutive years (2024–2026), has admitted more than 1,000 international students this year, marking a near 10-year high. Together with nearly 700 international exchange students and more than 3,000 local students, this further enriches CityUHK’s diverse and international campus, bringing fresh energy to the new academic year.
CityUHK wins three first prizes at China Graduate Electronics Design Contest; inaugural Hong Kong and Macau division strengthens innovation collaboration
31 Aug 2026
CityUHK achieved outstanding results at the National Finals of the 21st China Graduate Electronics Design Contest, securing three National First Prizes for its cutting-edge engineering innovations. This year’s competition marked the introduction of the inaugural Hong Kong and Macau Division, hosted by CityUHK, which enabled teams from Hong Kong and Macau, as well as cross-regional collaborations, to compete on the national stage.
CityUHK achieves record-high JUPAS applications, leading Band A applications among the eight UGC-funded universities
27 Aug 2026
CityUHK recorded over 140,000 applications in the 2026/27 JUPAS, reaching a record high and ranking first among all UGC-funded universities. The total number of Band A applications exceeded 19,000, also the highest among all UGC-funded institutions.
CityUHK presents 9th Distinguished Alumni Award to two alumni for their outstanding achievements and contributions
26 Aug 2026
CityUHK held the 9th Distinguished Alumni Award Presentation Ceremony on 21 August to recognise two distinguished alumni, Ms Grace Lau Mo-sheung, MH, OLY, and Professor Michael Leung Kin-man, MH, for their professional excellence and significant contributions to their alma mater and society.
CityUHK announces four Honorary Fellows
25 Aug 2026
CityUHK will confer Honorary Fellowships on four distinguished individuals, namely Dr Michael Chan Wing-ming, Ms Lilian Chiang Sui-fook, MH, Dr Leung Pak-yin, SBS, JP, and Mr Joseph Tse Lap Bun, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the University and society.
CityUHK researchers develop optical corner detection technology, paving the way for efficient motion tracking
24 Aug 2026
A research team at CityUHK has developed a new optical corner detection imaging method, which uses azimuthal Hilbert transform metasurfaces and is designed to work as a universal framework. The study marks an important advance in high-speed, low-power optical information processing and has demonstrated potential for motion tracking applications.
CityUHK hosts International Conference on Applied Mathematics 2026, fostering cross-border scientific dialogue
21 Aug 2026
CityUHK proudly hosted the International Conference on Applied Mathematics 2026 earlier, further solidifying the University’s status as a leading centre for applied and computational mathematics research. Organised by the Liu Bie Ju Centre for Mathematical Sciences, the conference presented the prestigious 2026 William Benter Prize in Applied Mathematics and reaffirmed CityUHK’s role as a vital hub for fostering cross-border scientific dialogue and innovation.

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