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11 September, 2024
A new AI model from the Chinese University of Hong Kong has proven effective in identifying ophthalmic diseases. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

A Hong Kong AI model is accurately identifying eye conditions at high rates

The open-source VisionFM model from the Chinese University of Hong Kong is comparable to doctors at diagnosing ophthalmic diseases, paper finds.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Non-invasive tool that detects bowel disease coming in 2027: Hong Kong scientists

Hong Kong

Vaccine shows promise in curing HIV, Hong Kong start-up says

Education in Hong Kong

3 universities in Hong Kong among top 10 in major ranking of Asian institutions

HKU holds No 2 position, CUHK rises to No 6 and CityU to No 10, marking first time three institutions placed in top 10 of Asian University Rankings.

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The University of Hong Kong has been placed second in an annual ranking of Asian universities. Photo: Dickson Lee
Israel-Gaza war

Opinion | What US student protesters can learn from their Hong Kong peers

Protesters at my US alma mater chose confrontation over discussion, a reminder of the trauma of 2019, from which Hong Kong still suffers.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | To be a belt and road education hub, Hong Kong must teach in Mandarin

John Lee’s ‘Study in Hong Kong’ plan emphasises attracting students from belt and road countries. But it also implies controversial changes in universities.

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Editorial | Chinese University’s new leader poised to write a new chapter

Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, endorsed by the university council on Friday, will succeed Rocky Tuan Sung-chi as president and vice-chancellor.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Council Chairman John Chai Yat-chiu (Right) and Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming (Left). Photo: Jelly Tse
Education in Hong Kong

Incoming CUHK head says university ‘back on track’ after Hong Kong protests

Molecular geneticist was sole candidate to succeed outgoing Rocky Tuan, who was embroiled in controversy following 2019 social unrest.

Education in Hong Kong

Potential Chinese University of Hong Kong head vows to protect academic freedoms

Professor Dennis Lo also calls for more focus on AI field during sit-down sessions with students, staff and alumni ahead of council’s decision.

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Education in Hong Kong

Explainer | Who is Hong Kong scientist Dennis Lo and what is he best known for?

Molecular geneticist with a ‘stellar reputation’ is the only candidate in the running to take over as head of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Professor Dennis Lo has been at Chinese University since returning from Britain in 1997. Photo: K. Y. Cheng
Education in Hong Kong

Hong Kong geneticist Dennis Lo endorsed by CUHK committee to be next president

Confirming Post’s earlier report, varsity’s council says it has arranged for Professor Lo to meet students, staff and alumni on Thursday.

Molecular geneticist Professor Dennis Lo has been recommended by a search council to be CUHK’s next president. Photo: Yik Yeung-man
Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong molecular geneticist Dennis Lo ‘sole candidate’ to become CUHK head

Source says Lo, famed for pioneering non-invasive prenatal test, to be offered similar employment package to outgoing CUHK head Rocky Tuan.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

How Hong Kong researchers aim to turn bugs into drugs to treat autism, dementia

Microbiota I-Centre researchers have isolated 200 to 300 types of bacteria with therapeutic potential and hope one day to develop them into medications.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Suffering from depression? Hong Kong team can help with AI and looking into eyes

Chinese University scientists have discovered an affordable way to estimate the risk of depression in people by harnessing artificial intelligence to analyse retinal images.

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Dr Harvey Hung (left) and Professor Benny Chung. Photo: Sun Yeung
Education in Hong Kong

Universities in Hong Kong admit more non-local students after intake quota doubled

Baptist University says number of first-year, non-local students for 2024-25 to increase by nearly 200 per cent from last year.

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Baptist University has recorded a significant increase in its intake for first-year, non- local students. Photo: Nora Tam
Education in Hong Kong

Chinese University of Hong Kong picks ex-Legco administrator as vice-president

Institution’s governing council appoints Kenneth Chen to serve three-year term following special meeting on Monday.

Science

Chinese miniature robot launcher can shoot like a bullet when it sees the light

Scientists take inspiration from squirting cucumber plants to create a launcher that can travel 643 times its own height.

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Hong Kong International Airport

Are Cathay’s pilot crunch, capacity issues hampering Hong Kong’s hub ambitions?

Three-runway system will boost HKIA capacity, but fast-growing Shenzhen and Guangzhou airports step up pressure.

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Illustration: Henry Wong
Education in Hong Kong

HKU head failed to get ex-Hong Kong official for senior role before CUHK offer

HKU president Xiang Zhang had sought Kenneth Chen for the vice-president role, but the candidate’s HK$5 million yearly package was rejected.

Education in Hong Kong

Fewer Hong Kong students secure university spots, offers from top 3 choices

An education consultant attributes decline to more applicants attaining the minimum entry requirements.

Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Hong Kong’s Regina Ip defends fencer Vivian Kong’s thesis against ‘rabid attacks’

Ip mounts defence of Kong after fencer attacked over 2021 thesis defending ‘one country, two systems’ governing principle and ‘patriots only’ rule.

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Exco convenor Regina Ip has leapt to the defence of Olympic gold medallist Vivian Wong after online attacks on her 2021 master’s degree thesis. Photo: SF&OC
Accidents and disasters in China

Can China balance climate, energy concerns as it endures more extreme weather?

As China tries to mitigate environmental disasters while meeting economic demands, ‘the shocks reverberate globally’, expert says.

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Hong Kong fencer Vivian Kong’s academic paper sparks debate after Olympic win

Kong’s 2021 master’s thesis credits Beijing’s ‘patriots-only’ overhaul of Hong Kong’s electoral system with putting city on right path.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong marine life under threat as experts log more frequent coral bleaching

City records bleaching among local reefs, with one site seeing water temperatures rising to 30.7 degrees, higher than safe level for animals.

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Education in Hong Kong

Average salary for Hong Kong graduates up in 2023, but lowest increase since 2021

Average annual salary for all new graduates hit HK$314,000 last year, a 3.6 per cent jump on 2022, but HKU leads the pack with HK$385,000.

University of Hong Kong graduates, revealed to be the highest earning after they finish their degrees, celebrate after the awards ceremony. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong researchers say aspirin can lower risk of pre-eclampsia for pregnant women

Chinese University of Hong Kong study shows early screening and low-dose aspirin reduces risk of dangerous pregnancy condition and fetal deaths.

A free pilot screening and prevention service for pre-eclampsia has been carried out at Prince of Wales Hospital in Sha Tin. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

My Take | Online attacks on Olympic heroes show some still trapped in 2019

Just like the rest of the world, Hong Kong has moved on to face new challenges and opportunities, and it’s time bitter keyboard critics did.

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China GDP

What’s behind contrasting economic fortunes for 2 Greater Bay Area megacities?

Divergence in economic performance was cited as one of the major challenges facing China’s economy by the top-level Politburo.

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