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CityUHK researcher maps the kidney’s “longevity protein”, revealing segment‑specific roles of Klotho
22 Jun 2026
A research team led by 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.
CityUHK JC STEM Lab of Circular Bio-economy showcases research milestones: Developing smart building skins and eco-friendly hydrogen production technology
01 Jun 2026
The JC STEM Lab of Circular Bio-economy at CityUHK has recently achieved a breakthrough in the field of sustainable development technologies. A research team led by Professor Lee Duu-Jong, Director of the Lab and Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, has successfully developed a bio-inspired "all-weather building skin" that cools in sunlight and harvests energy from rain, alongside a "turbocharged" solar hydrogen system powered by low-cost copper ions.
CityUHK discovers revolutionary surface design to transform thermal management and enables frictionless systems
26 May 2026
A research team led by Professor Steven Wang, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning) and Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and School of Energy and Environment, has designed a revolutionary capillary structure that can trigger the Leidenfrost effect, offering a practical solution for the temperature-regulated Leidenfrost effect without requiring complex surface engineering.
Lost in translation: CityUHK research unveils hidden “home court advantages” in the market
18 May 2026
A research team led by Professor Forester Wong Yu-ting, Assistant Professor in the Department of Accountancy at CityUHK, pioneered a novel approach to detecting “differential communication”. The study, titled “Differential Communication and Local Information Advantage: Revelations from Translation Differences”, was recently published in The Accounting Review, a top-tier journal in the field of accounting.
CityUHK physicist leads study revealing that magnetic fields can “revive” superconductivity in nickelates
29 Apr 2026
A research team led by Professor Li Danfeng, Associate Dean (Research and Postgraduate Education) of the College of Science and Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at CityUHK, has discovered magnetic-field-induced re-entrant superconductivity in infinite-layer nickelates. The finding challenges conventional understanding and opens new directions for exploring unconventional superconducting mechanisms and next-generation materials.
CityUHK research team develops tool for estimating methane emissions from sewer networks, breaking through a blind spot in reducing global emissions
27 Apr 2026
An international research team led by a scholar from CityUHK has broken through the overlooked role of sewers as a source of methane, developing the first-ever globally applicable estimation tool and offering a new perspective on mitigating climate change. Led by Professor Yuan Zhiguo, Chair Professor of the School of Energy and Environment, the research lasted for 20 years.
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.