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A high-level delegation from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), led by Professor the Honorable 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.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) is delighted to welcome a new cohort of undergraduate and postgraduate students as the 2026/27 academic year begins. A series of Orientation Day events marked an exciting and supportive start for students beginning their academic journey with us.
For many secondary school students, the path to veterinary medicine is paved with a singular, idyllic image: a compassionate figure in a white coat, healing a horse or a beloved family pet. It is a calling born from a love of animals, a desire to alleviate suffering and a fascination with biology. However, the reality of veterinary medicine is more complex, demanding not just a love of animals, but a robust mind for science, an ability to solve problems, and a profound understanding of the intricate web connecting animal health, human well-being and our environment.
On 22 June, the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the GX Foundation. The strategic partnership addresses complex “One Health” challenges and offers students hands-on humanitarian experiences across Belt and Road countries. The ceremony was witnessed by Dr the Honourable Leung Chun-ying, Chairman of GX Foundation; and Professor the Honourable Michael Ngai, Council Chairman of CityUHK. The MoU was officially signed by Professor Chun-Sing Lee, Acting President of CityUHK; Professor Vanessa Barrs, Dean of the JCC; and Professor Emily Chan Ying-yang, CEO of GX Foundation.
A research team led by City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), in collaboration with the University of Zurich, has uncovered the first comprehensive map of how the anti‑ageing protein Klotho operates in distinct regions of the kidney, resolving long‑standing scientific uncertainties about its physiological roles.
The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) proudly held its Commencement on 15 June 2026, bringing together graduates, families, and distinguished guests in a celebration of academic excellence.
Four outstanding undergraduates from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) were awarded the Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2026, in recognition of their innovative ideas and dedication to science and technology. Each awardee will receive HK$150,000 to undertake a series of elite-nurturing initiatives, including overseas and Chinese Mainland attachments, internships and mentorship programmes. They will also have the opportunity to engage in community outreach activities to translate their insights into practice and give back to society.
The College congratulates the interdisciplinary student team “PetHealthAI” on receiving the First Prize at the 12th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.