Research Scopes
Based on our competitive advantage and core capability, SKLMP identifies the following three key research themes. SKLMP also endeavours to conduct translational research and deliver recommendations of environmental management strategies and policies for supporting the government with reference to our research outcomes.

Theme 1 Pollution Monitoring, Assessment, and Control
• Sensors for water quality monitoring
• Innovative technologies for pollution monitoring and control
• Rapid toxicological screening technology
• Novel models for derivation of marine water quality criteria of new pollutants
Prof. Wenxiong Wang (CityUHK) Leader |
Prof. Henry He (CityUHK) Deputy Leader |
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Prof. Chun Kit Kwok (CityUHK) Deputy Leader |
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Theme 2 Biodiversity Conservation and Ecological Safety
- eDNA biodiversity monitoring technology
- Marine biota database of the Greater Bay Area
- Economic valuation of marine biodiversity and ecosystem services
- Strategy for marine biological resource management
| Prof. Patrick Lee (CityUHK) Leader |
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| Prof. James Fang (PolyU) Deputy Leader |
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Theme 3 Ecosystem Health and Restoration
• Satellite remote sensing and 3D collaborative observation
• Digital twin and numerical simulation system
• Technology and method standardization for ecological restoration
• Evaluation and technology for marine carbon neutrality
| Prof. Jianwen Qiu (HKBU) Leader |
| Prof. Leo Chan (CityU) Deputy Leader |




