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CityUHK develops “Liquid Droplet Mops” for solar panel cleaning, saving over 80% of water globally each year
13 Apr 2026
An international research team led by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at CityUHK has successfully developed a breakthrough technology, called “Liquid Droplet Mops”, which only uses a minimal amount of water to effectively remove dust and pollutants from solar panel surfaces, significantly enhancing cleaning efficiency while conserving water.
From cats to humans: CityUHK advances cancer studies with One Health vision
08 Apr 2026
A team led by Professor Julia Beatty, Chair Professor of Veterinary Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences of City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), recently published a review in the prestigious journal Nature Reviews Cancer, exploring how feline tumour viruses offer vital insights into human oncology and viral carcinogenesis from a comparative oncology perspective.
CityUHK research reveals that display screen chemicals penetrate dolphin brains, posing threats to marine life
16 Mar 2026
A research team from CityUHK, in collaboration with researchers from the Chinese Mainland, has found that LCMs from household electronics and e-waste can bioaccumulate in marine life, including the endangered Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins and finless porpoises. These compounds can penetrate the blood–brain barrier and accumulate in brain tissue, raising concerns about potential risks to the nervous system and other organs.
CityUHK research team develops 3D-printed biomimetic “mechanoelectrical” smart materials inspired by sea urchin spines
02 Mar 2026
A research team from CityUHK has discovered for the first time that the naturally occurring porous ceramic structure within sea urchin spines possesses an unexpected capability for mechanoelectrical perception. The study revealed that when water droplets or flowing water passes over the spine’s surface, its gradient cellular structure instantaneously generates measurable voltage signals.
CityUHK researchers develop highly efficient and durable perovskite solar cells for outdoor environments
03 Nov 2025
Scientists at CityUHK have achieved a major breakthrough in photovoltaic technology, developing highly efficient and durable PSCs designed for outdoor use. This advancement is expected to accelerate the adoption of solar energy and support global efforts toward carbon neutrality.
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).
CityUHK scholars actively contribute to urban ecological development; Creating a liveable community for Hong Kong
15 Sep 2025
CityUHK is committed to promoting sustainable development and a green environment, providing insights to create a more liveable environment while balancing the needs for conservation and development.
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).