Tung Biomedical Sciences Centre, City University of Hong Kong
Tung Biomedical Sciences Centre, City University of Hong Kong

Explore the activities where our core members contribute their expertise, showcasing the breadth of their involvement in the wider scientific community.

Conference

Digital Health Asia 2025

2025.09.08-10
Digital Health Asia 2025

08-10 September 2025

City University of Hong Kong

The Digital Health Asia 2025 conference on 8 – 10 September 2025, served as a pivotal forum for collaboration, uniting more than 420 experts from academia, healthcare, government and industry across 17 regions to advance digital health solutions. The summit is designed to advance global health through digital innovation.
Symposium

Symposium on New Advances in Organoid Modelling: From Basic Research to Clinical Applications

2025.07.18-19
Symposium on New Advances in Organoid Modelling: From Basic Research to Clinical Applications

18-19 July 2025

19/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong

The Symposium on New Advances in Organoid Modelling was jointly organised by the Centre and the CityUHK Institute of Digital Medicine on 18 - 19 July 2025, which attracted over 200 participants. This Symposium gathered a world-class roster of scientists, engineers, and clinicians, including faculty members of the Centre. It provided an unparalleled forum for exploring the convergence of organoid biology with engineering platforms, such as organ-on-chip and AI, thereby accelerating the path from basic discovery to precision medicine applications in oncology, regenerative medicine, and drug development.
Upcoming
Agreement

Strategic Partnership in Futian to Advance Life-Health Innovation

2025.06.13
>Strategic Partnership in Futian to Advance Life-Health Innovation

13 June 2025

On 13 June 2025, CityUHK, represented by Prof Michael YANG, and Tianfu Jincheng Laboratory, represented by Prof HUANG Canhua, formalised a strategic cooperation agreement. The signing ceremony, which was also attended by our Centre members, including Prof LIU Beilei (co-organiser), Prof DENG Xin, and Prof YIN Huiyong, marked a significant milestone for the life-health technology sector in Futian.
This partnership will pioneer biomedical research in three critical areas: (1) malignant tumors, (2) cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, and (3) neurological diseases. This focused strategy directly aligns with the shared mission of both institutions to address globally pressing health challenges.
Upcoming
Seminar
Pro-Chancellor’s Seminar Series

Imaging Brain Health: Clinical Implications and Future Directions

2024.09.12
Imaging Brain Health: Clinical Implications and Future Directions
(Image source: Council Secretariat)

Prof. Kannie Chan

12 September 2024 (Thursday)

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM (tea reception after the seminar)

Connie Fan Multi-media Conference Room, 4/F Cheng Yick-chi Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Integrated Systems Biology and Drug Discovery Approaches for Combatting Pathogens and Human Diseases

2024.08.17
Integrated Systems Biology and Drug Discovery Approaches for Combatting Pathogens and Human Diseases
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Dr Zuyi (Jacky) Huang, Villanova University, USA

17 August 2024 (Saturday)

2:30 PM

Peter Ho Lecture Theature (LT-10), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Multifunctional Untethered Medical Robots for Active Targeting from a Scale Perspective

2024.08.07
Multifunctional Untethered Medical Robots for Active Targeting from a Scale Perspective
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Prof. Rujie Sun, Southampton University, UK

7 August 2024 (Wednesday)

10:30 AM

YEUNG-Y5305, 5/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS & BME Seminar

Revealing Mechanisms of Ice Formation for Biological Applications

2024.08.02
Revealing Mechanisms of Ice Formation for Biological Applications
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Prof. Jianjun Wang, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), China

2 August 2024 (Friday)

2:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Mr & Mrs Ho Chun Hung Lecture Theatre (LT-12), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Technology Transfer and Commercialisation in Biomedical Engineering

2024.08.01
Technology Transfer and Commercialisation in Biomedical Engineering
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Prof. Zhanfeng Cui, University of Oxford, UK

1 August 2024 (Thursday)

11:00 AM

John Chan Lecture Theatre (LT-11), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Dark matters: the role of long non-coding RNAs in smooth muscle biology

2024.07.12
Dark matters: the role of long non-coding RNAs in smooth muscle biology
(Image source: BMS)

Prof. Jiliang Zhou, Augusta University, USA

12 July 2024 (Friday)

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

F.A.M. Lecture Theature (LT-8), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

From Soft Intelligence to embodied intelligence

2024.07.03
From Soft Intelligence to embodied intelligence
(Image source: BME)

Prof. Zhiqang Wu, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, China

3 July 2024 (Wednesday)

2:00 PM

YEUNG-Y4702, 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Intermetallic nanoparticles: their synthesis and enhanced electrocatalysis

2024.06.20
Intermetallic nanoparticles: their synthesis and enhanced electrocatalysis
(Image source: BME)

Prof. Shouheng Sun, Brown University, USA

20 June 2024 (Thursday)

11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

F.A.M. Lecture Theature (LT-8), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Engineering Extracellular Vesicles for Therapeutic Delivery

2024.06.06
Engineering Extracellular Vesicles for Therapeutic Delivery
(Image source: BMS)

Prof. Minh Le, National University of Singapore, Singapore

6 June 2024 (Thursday)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

G5-314, 5/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Nano-/Microscale Materials-enabled Drug Delivery Technologies

2024.06.05
Nano-/Microscale Materials-enabled Drug Delivery Technologies
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Prof. Wei Tao, Harvard University, USA

5 June 2024 (Wednesday)

11:00 AM

Peter Ho Lecture Theature (LT-10), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Self-Assembled Biomaterials

2024.06.05
Self-Assembled Biomaterials
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Dr Bing Xu, Brandeies University USA

5 June 2024 (Wednesday)

10:00 AM

Peter Ho Lecture Theature (LT-10), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Gold nanoparticles and aptamers: from biosensors to drug delivery

2024.05.30
Gold nanoparticles and aptamers: from biosensors to drug delivery
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Dr Juewen Liu, University of Waterloo, Canada

30 May 2024 (Thursday)

11:00 AM

Peter Ho Lecture Theature (LT-10), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Symposium

Chongqing Medical University – City University of Hong Kong Joint Symposium on Translational Medicine

2024.05.23
Chongqing Medical University – City University of Hong Kong Joint Symposium on Translational Medicine

23 May 2024 (Thursday)

8/F Glenview ITC Plaza Chongqing, China

The symposium aimed to expedite the translation of scientific breakthroughs into clinical applications, thereby advancing medical care. It convened experts from the City University of Hong Kong and various universities in Chongqing to exchange ideas and foster collaboration in translational medicine research areas. These areas encompassed cancer metabolism, innovative drug development, precision medicine, artificial intelligence, and biomaterials. Esteemed speakers included Prof. Lingxi Chen, Prof. Mingliang He, Prof. Bee Luan Khoo, Prof. Runsheng Li, Prof. Mengsu (Michael) Yang.
Seminar
BME Seminar

The Pursuit of Theranostics with MRI

2024.05.03
The Pursuit of Theranostics with MRI
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Dr Guanshu Liu, Johns Hopkins University, USA

3 May 2024 (Friday)

11:00 AM

YEUNG-P4704, 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Symposium

Mini-Symposium on Precision Medicine

2024.04.16
Mini-Symposium on Precision Medicine

16 April 2024 (Tuesday)

Senate Room, 19/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building

The symposium successfully brought together leading experts from both domestic and international backgrounds to discuss and share the latest advancements in the field. The event focused on innovative technologies, personalised medical management, and cross-border cooperation. Participants explored the development and practical applications of precision medicine, exchanging insights and experiences to further the field’s progress.
Seminar
BMS Seminar

3 Stories Using Synthetic Biology and Combinatorial Genetics to Tackle Diseases

2024.04.11
3 Stories Using Synthetic Biology and Combinatorial Genetics to Tackle Diseases
(Image source: BMS)

Dr Alan Siu-lun Wong, The University of Hong Kong

11 April 2024 (Thursday)

3:00 PM – 3:50 PM

Chan Kei Biu Lecture Theatre (LT-6), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Chromophore Supply Modulates Cone Function and Survival in Retinitis Pigmentosa Mouse Models

2024.03.25
Chromophore Supply Modulates Cone Function and Survival in Retinitis Pigmentosa Mouse Models
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Prof. Yunlu Xue, Lingang Laboratory, China

25 March 2024 (Monday)

3:00 PM – 3:50 PM

C. Y. Sun Lecture Theatre (LT-3), 4/ F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Academic Visit

Academic Visit to The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University

2024.03.15
Academic Visit to The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University

15 March 2024 (Friday)

The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, China

As an accomplished scholar in the field of biomedical sciences, Prof. Mengsu (Michael) Yang was invited for an academic visit to The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University (SAHSYSU) in Shenzhen, China in March of this year. Engaging discussions were held on cutting-edge topics related to the integration of medicine and engineering, with Prof. Yang sharing his research findings in biomedical sciences and clinical applications. Aligning with SAHSYSU’s commitment to medical excellence and innovation, the visit fostered fruitful academic exchanges and contributed to the advancement of medical sciences and healthcare practices.
Seminar
BME Seminar

Empowering Cancer Immunotherapy with Cellular Reprogramming

2024.03.15
Empowering Cancer Immunotherapy with Cellular Reprogramming
(Image source: BME)

Prof. Filipe Pereira, Lund University, Sweden

15 March 2024 (Friday)

11:00 AM

YEUNG-B4702, 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Tissue engineering of hair follicle germs and organoids

2024.03.05
Tissue engineering of hair follicle germs and organoids
(Image source: BME)

Dr Tatsuto Kageyama, Yokohama National University, Japan

5 March 2024 (Tuesday)

4:00 PM

YEUNG-Y5302, 5/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Charting the map of genomic mutation rates with deep learning

2024.02.27
Charting the map of genomic mutation rates with deep learning
(Image source: BMS)

Prof. Cai Li, Sun Yat-sen University, China

27 February 2024 (Tuesday)

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

LI-1406, Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Cellular Nanoinjection for Biomedical Applications

2024.02.23
Cellular Nanoinjection for Biomedical Applications
(Image source: BME)

Prof. Roey Elnathan, Deakin University, Australia

23 February 2024 (Friday)

10:00 AM

Leung Ko Yuk Tak Lecture Theatre (LT-14), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

Multiscale Manufacturing Strategy for Tough and Strong Hierarchical Organo-hydrogels

2024.02.22
Multiscale Manufacturing Strategy for Tough and Strong Hierarchical Organo-hydrogels
(Image source: BME)

Dr Wei Zhai, National University of Singapore, Singapore

22 February 2024 (Thursday)

10:30 AM

LAU-6213, 6/F Lau Ming Wai Academic Building

Symposium

Symposium on Miniaturized Systems for Biomedical Applications

2024.01.19
Symposium on Miniaturized Systems for Biomedical Applications
(Image source: BME)

19 January 2024 (Friday)

CityUHK

The symposium invited ten keynote speakers from USA, Germany and Hong Kong to share their expertise in bioinstrumentation and single cell sequencing, and discuss the latest advancements in this fast growing and exciting field.
Seminar
BME Seminar

Skin-Interfaced Wearable Biosensors

2024.01.26
Skin-Interfaced Wearable Biosensors
(Image source: BME)

Dr Wei Gao, California Institute of Technology, USA

26 January 2024 (Friday)

3:30 PM

LI-2505, 2/F Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Drugging the Primate-Specific Long Non-Coding RNA World of Common Human Diseases

2024.01.26
Drugging the Primate-Specific Long Non-Coding RNA World of Common Human Diseases
(Image source: BMS)

Prof. Leonard Lipovich, Wayne State University, USA

26 January 2024 (Friday)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Leung Ko Yuk Tak Lecture Theatre (LT-14), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

Decoding the Transcription circuitry when life begins

2024.01.17
Decoding the Transcription circuitry when life begins
(Image source: BMS)

Prof. Wei Xie, Tsinghua University, China

17 January 2024 (Wednesday)

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

P4302, 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BMS Seminar

The impact of chromosome deletions on cancer biology

2024.01.16
The impact of chromosome deletions on cancer biology
(Image source: BMS)

Dr Yu Liu, Sichuan University, China

16 January 2024 (Tuesday)

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Wong To Yick Tong Lecture Theatre (LT-17), 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Seminar
BME Seminar

From Mems to Nems: Discovery in the bottom

2024.01.08
From Mems to Nems: Discovery in the bottom
(Image source: BME)

Prof. Haixia (Alice) Zhang, Peking University, China

8 January 2024 (Monday)

3:00 PM

LT-4, 4/F Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Symposium

Symposium on Innovation in Biomedicine and Bioengineering

2023.09.23
Symposium on Innovation in Biomedicine and Bioengineering
(Image source: Department of Biomedical Sciences)

23 September 2023 (Saturday)

Benjamin Kwok Lecture Theatre (LT-16), 4/F, Yeung Kin Man Academic Building

Scholars including Prof. Rebecca Chin, Prof. Mingliang He, Prof. Gigi Lo, Prof. Jian Yan and Prof. Jilin Zhang delivered insightful talks on groundbreaking research and novel methodologies in biomedicine and bioengineering. Covering topics from medical imaging and regenerative medicine to biomaterials and bioinformatics, the symposium highlighted interdisciplinary innovation and encouraged the cross-pollination of ideas, showcasing the participating faculty’s commitment to fostering a culture of transformative research.
Symposium

Biomedical Engineering Conference 2023

2023.08.11–2023.08.12
Biomedical Engineering Conference 2023
(Image source: HKSTP)

11–12 August 2023 (Friday–Saturday)

Charles K. Kao Auditorium, Hong Kong Science Park

The BME conference gathered experts in medical device industry, research and product development, clinical engineering and entrepreneurship to discuss and exchange ideas on emerging needs in healthcare. Prof. Kannie Chan was the conference chair.
Symposium

Hong Kong Scholars Annual Symposium 2023

2023.07.08
Hong Kong Scholars Annual Symposium 2023
(Image source: Department of Biomedical Sciences)

8 July 2023 (Saturday)

Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Academic Building

The annual symposium is jointly organised by the China National Postdoctoral Council under the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the Society of Hong Kong Scholars and Beijing-Hong Kong Academic Exchange Centre, and supported by TBSC and Department of Biomedical Sciences of CityUHK.
Symposium

Annual Meeting of the Society for Free Radical Research-Europe

2023.06.06–2023.06.09
Annual Meeting of the Society for Free Radical Research-Europe
(Image source: Society for Free Radical Research Europe)

6–9 June 2023 (Tuesday–Friday)

Radisson Blu Park Royal Palace Hotel, Austria

This meeting brought together researchers and experts in the field of free radical research and redox biology to discuss the latest advancements and findings. Prof. Jian Yan was one of the presenters at the event.
Symposium

Joint Symposium on Brain and Vision Health

2023.05.11
Joint Symposium on Brain and Vision Health
(Image source: Department of Neuroscience)

11 May 2023 (Thursday)

2:00 PM – 6:30 PM

HKIAS Lecture Theatre, LG/F, Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study (Hybrid event)

Three centre members participated in this joint symposium, with Prof. Wenjun Xiong as the organiser, Prof. Mengsu (Michael) Yang delivering the opening remarks and Prof. Jin Young Kim as one of the speakers.
Academic Visit

Academic Visit to CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute

2023.03.07
Academic Visit to CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute

7 March 2023 (Tuesday)

CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute, China

On 7 March 2023, Prof. Mengsu (Michael) Yang, our Centre Director, led a team from the Departments of Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Neurosciences, Infectious Diseases and Public Health to visit CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute in mainland China. The group toured all the laboratories and facilities and elaborated large-scale collaborative projects.
Academic Visit to CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute
Academic Visit to CityU Shenzhen Futian Research Institute
Symposium

Joint Symposium in Biomedical Sciences and Technologies

2023.03.02
Joint Symposium in Biomedical Sciences and Technologies
(Image source: Department of Biomedical Sciences)

2 March 2023 (Thursday)

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Virtual event

A joint symposium in biomedical sciences and technologies, organised by Department of Biomedical Sciences of CityUHK and Faculty of Medicine of University Malaya, was a resounding success. Around 130 participants joined the joint symposium bringing together some of the brightest minds in the scientific community. Prof. Kwan T. Chow and Prof. Gigi Lo shared their latest research and ideas at the symposium.
Symposium

Global I&T Summit

2022.12.15
Global I&T Summit
(Image source: Laboratory for AI-Powered Financial Technologies)

15 December 2022 (Thursday)

9:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Grand Hall, Hong Kong Science Park

The summit convened global academic, scientific researchers, industry leaders, and I&T entrepreneurs to discuss developments and opportunities in innovation and technology. The summit emphasised engaging younger generations in forward-thinking dialogue. Prof. Kannie Chan contributed with her talk “Monitoring brain health via advanced molecular MRI.”
Symposium

The 2nd Chinese American Society for Mass Spectrometry Conference: Advancing Biological and Pharmaceutical Mass Spectrometry

2022.10.17–2022.10.21
The 2nd Chinese American Society for Mass Spectrometry Conference: Advancing Biological and Pharmaceutical Mass Spectrometry
(Image source: Elsevier B.V.)

17–21 October 2022 (Monday–Friday)

Virtual event

Prof. Liang Zhang was featured as one of the speakers at the HKSMS Special Session during the conference. He discussed his recent advancements in the CRISPR-Assisted RNA-Protein Interaction Detection method, which combines CRISPR/CasRx-based RNA targeting with proximity labelling to study lncRNA-protein interactions in living cells.
Symposium

Joint Symposium in Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences and Technologies

2022.07.21
Joint Symposium in Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences and Technologies

21 July 2022 (Thursday)

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Virtual event

Prof. Rebecca Chin showcased her research at the joint symposium, which encompassed diverse topics in biomedical sciences and technologies, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Symposium

Joint Symposium in Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences and Technologies

2022.06.16
Joint Symposium in Frontiers of Biomedical Sciences and Technologies

16 June 2022 (Thursday)

2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Virtual event

The joint symposium featured opening remarks by Prof. Mengsu (Michael) Yang. Prof. Mingliang He and Prof. Kiwon Ban also presented their research. The event covered various topics in biomedical sciences and technologies, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.
Symposium

Bruker ISMRM Scientific Workshop

2022.05.07
Bruker ISMRM Scientific Workshop
(Image source: Bruker)

7 May 2022 (Saturday)

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Hotel Crowne Plaza, UK

Speakers and scientists from around the world gathered to present and discuss the latest research findings and future advancements in preclinical imaging technologies. Prof. Kannie Chan contributed to the event with her insightful talk on “Imaging Alzheimer’s Disease Using CEST MRI.”
Symposium

粤港澳高校工科联盟年会暨医工融合论坛

2022.04.29
粤港澳高校工科联盟年会暨医工融合论坛
(Image source: Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen)

29 April 2022 (Friday)

10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, China (Hybrid event)

The integration forum featured in-depth professional discussions aimed at academic exchange, integrating professional strengths, targeting the forefront of interdisciplinary fields between medicine and engineering, and promoting deep cooperation. Prof. Kannie Chan presented her talk “Application of CEST MRI in Neuroimaging and Theranostics” at the event.
Symposium

Hong Kong Immunology Forum 2021

2021.12.04
Hong Kong Immunology Forum 2021

4 December 2021 (Saturday)

12:00 NOON – 5:00 PM

Hybrid event

The forum focused on advancing human health through innovative discoveries in Immunology Research. It offered a platform to exchange cutting-edge knowledge with experts in the field. Prof. Kwan T. Chow presented on “Mechanisms of immune modulation in the tumor microenvironment,” delving into crucial aspects of immune function within cancer settings.
Symposium

The 19th Congress of the European Society for Photobiology

2021.08.30–2021.09.03
The 19th Congress of the European Society for Photobiology
(Image source: European Society for Photobiology)

30 August – 3 September 2021 (Monday–Friday)

Hybrid event

The congress served as an exclusive global platform for showcasing fresh research and technological advancements in photobiology. Participants engaged in fruitful scientific dialogues, exchanged ideas, and formed new partnerships. Prof. Gigi Lo presented a lecture titled “Fe3+-Driven Assembly of Catalase-Like Supramolecular Photosensitizing Nanozymes for Treating Hypoxic Tumours.”
Seminar

Women in Science and Technology Seminar Series

2021.02.04–2021.02.05
Women in Science and Technology Seminar Series

4–5 February 2021 (Thursday–Friday)

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Hybrid event

The seminar series targeted secondary school students, particularly girls, to explore careers in STEM fields. CityUHK female professors from various disciplines shared their experiences and insights on entering and making an impact in STEM. Speakers such as Prof. Kannie Chan, Prof. Bee Luan Khoo and Prof. Kwan T. Chow provided valuable guidance on integrating STEM passions into future careers.
Upcoming
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