Research Stories

Showing 1 to 10 of 278 results
Cracking the CRISPR code : CityUHK unbolts gateway to sharper gene editing
10 Oct 2025
One of the most revolutionary tools in cutting-edge medicine is a molecular scalpel so precise that it can modify defective DNA and fix genetic diseases like sickle cell anaemia, and chronic disorders like cardiovascular diseases and certain cancers.
New review reveals path to economically viable solar hydrogen - Science-minded professionals and energy policymakers urged to rethink solar electrolysis beyond hydrogen alone
30 Sep 2025
A groundbreaking review reimagines solar-driven water electrolysis not as a mere hydrogen production technology but instead as a relatively versatile platform for sustainable chemical manufacturing, according to Professor Fatwa F. Abdi from the School of Energy and Environment at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK).
New drug combo fights flu and outperforms Tamiflu, the leading drug on the market
10 Sep 2025
A new antiviral strategy presents promising progress toward more effective treatments against the flu, reports Professor Isaiah Arkin, Dean of the College of Biomedicine, City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK). The approach led by Professor Arkin deploys a combination of theobromine (found in the cacao bean) and the chemical compound arainosine that inhibits flu, including important strains such as H1N1 swine flu and H5N1 avian flu.
New Cathode Overcomes Key Challenges In Water Electrolysis For Clean Energy
25 Jul 2025
A new kind of cathode that is more resistant to power fluctuations can render (sea)water electrolysis more sustainable, cost-effective, and more suited for coupling with intermittent renewable energy in real-world applications, according to scientists at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK).
Making Green Hydrogen Production More Efficient and Durable
09 Jul 2025
A new type of catalyst—a material that speeds up chemical reactions—that could make the production of clean hydrogen fuel more efficient and long-lasting has been developed by a team led by City University of Hong Kong, comprising researchers from Hong Kong, mainland China, and Japan.
CityUHK Scientists Develop Switchable WS₂ Nanosheets for Smarter Electronics and Sensors
27 Mar 2025
Researchers from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have achieved a breakthrough in nanomaterials by developing a precise, scalable method to produce phase-switchable WS₂ nanosheets, paving the way for next-generation electronics, sensors, and wearable technologies.
Breakthrough in Bionic Vision Technology Mimics Birds' Extraordinary Sight
24 Feb 2025
Scientists at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have developed a groundbreaking wearable bionic device that replicates birds' exceptional visual capabilities and operates with a near-zero power consumption. This innovation represents a significant leap toward creating more efficient and advanced machine vision systems, with the potential to revolutionize how autonomous systems interact with their surroundings.
CityUHK Scientists Pioneer Next-Generation Radar for 6G Networks
27 Jan 2025
In a breakthrough in radar technology, researchers from the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have developed the world's first integrated photonic millimeter-wave radar chip, achieving unprecedented precision in a remarkably compact device. This breakthrough represents a significant step forward in the development of Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) networks, paving the way for more sophisticated and capable 6G technologies.
Breakthrough in Low-Temperature Copper Bonding Technology Enables Next-Generation Electronics Manufacturing
16 Jan 2025
Researchers from the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have achieved a significant breakthrough in electronic packaging technology by developing an innovative nanocrystalline (NC) copper material that enables direct copper-to-copper bonding at lower temperatures. This advancement opens new possibilities for advanced chip design, which is crucial for many next-generation technologies.
Reducing Energy Loss in Metal Nanostructures
10 Oct 2024
Researchers at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) have made a groundbreaking discovery, significantly reducing energy loss in metal nanostructures. By altering the geometrical dimensions of these structures, researchers have unlocked their full potential, paving the way for the development of more powerful and efficient nanoscale optical devices.