CityUHK MNE Students Join Tsinghua Peers in Inspiring MESH Summer School 2025

Sep 2025

From 18 to 28 August 2025, 10 students and 2 faculty from our department (MNE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) took part in the MESH (Matter, Energy, Safety and Health) Summer School, co-organised with Department of Engineering Physics, Tsinghua University. The 10-day programme offered a unique blend of academic learning, cultural exchange, and industry visits across Beijing, Shenzhen, Daya Bay and Hong Kong.

The journey began in Beijing, where participants attended lectures at Tsinghua University’s Institute of Nuclear and New Energy Technology (INET). Topics ranged from next-generation nuclear energy systems to public safety and the role of materials in extreme environments. Students also explored the Palace Museum, experiencing China’s rich cultural heritage while bonding with their peers.

Students experiencing AR and radiation imaging, visiting an accelerator, and exploring reactor simulation systems at INET.

Cultural visit to the Palace Museum, tour of the Science Museum, and industry visit to Nuctech.

The programme then moved south to Daya Bay, where the group visited the Daya Bay Nuclear Power Plant and its exhibition centre. They also toured Tencent’s and Huawei’s headquarters in Shenzhen, gaining first-hand exposure to the latest innovations in digital technology.

Exchange and seminar at the CGN Nuclear Power Science and Technology Museum in Daya Bay.

In the Hong Kong leg, MNE students welcomed the Tsinghua delegation to CityUHK. The schedule included campus tours, workshops with MNE faculty, and visits to the Hong Kong Observatory, Hong Kong Science Park and the Hong Kong Academy of Sciences. A highlight was the visit to the HKEC Training Centre for Healthcare Management & Clinical Technology, where students explored the applications of nuclear technology in medical imaging and treatment.

Visits to the Hong Kong Observatory and the Hong Kong Academy of Sciences, also the HKEC Training Centre to learn about nuclear technology applications in healthcare.

Beyond lectures and technical visits, the Summer School was also about building friendships and networks. Shared meals, group discussions, and cultural activities created an environment where CityUHK and Tsinghua students could exchange ideas and support each other’s academic journeys.

The MESH Summer School 2025 gave MNE students not only valuable academic exposure but also unforgettable cultural and personal experiences. It highlighted CityUHK’s strong partnership with Tsinghua University and its commitment to nurturing young engineers ready to address global challenges in energy and healthcare.