As Hong Kong strengthens its role as a global innovation and technology hub and as a gateway connecting the Chinese Mainland and the world, local tertiary institutions bear an increasingly important responsibility to advance frontier research, foster innovation, and deliver impact that benefits society. At City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), we are uniquely positioned to help realize this vision through our strong international outlook, deeper integration with national development, and close collaboration with partners across the Chinese Mainland. Leveraging our distinctive position between East and West, our standing in elite international rankings, and our research excellence, CityUHK serves as a vital super-connector, building global networks and partnerships that accelerate technological breakthroughs and societal impact.

The Office of the Vice-President in Research serves as the SPINE, providing the strong institutional backbone that empowers our academic community to excel. Through Strategic Research Support, robust Policy & Governance, an integrated Innovation Ecosystem, a global Nexus of Excellence, and meaningful Engagement, Impact & Knowledge Transfer, we cultivate a research environment where innovative ideas can flourish, interdisciplinary collaboration can thrive, and research discoveries can be translated into meaningful outcomes for society.

Working closely with our faculty, colleagues, partners and stakeholders, we will continue to push the boundaries of knowledge, strengthen CityUHK's position as a leading university, and contribute to the future of Hong Kong, the nation, and the world through innovation, discovery and impact.

Together, we stride ahead in research excellence.