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HKUST and Times Higher Education Co-Host Asia Universities Summit 2026

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Times Higher Education (THE) co-hosted the Asia Universities Summit 2026 from April 22 to 24. Under the theme "Igniting Global Transformation: Asia's Leadership," the three-day premier event explores Asia's pivotal role in reshaping global innovation and addressing pressing societal challenges through higher education.

HKUST Launches Healthy Longevity Study Recruiting Adults Aged 90 and Above
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HKUST Launches Healthy Longevity Study Recruiting Adults Aged 90 and Above

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today announced the launch of a five-year research initiative, the HKUST Healthy Longevity Study. This pioneering study focuses on older Chinese adults in Hong Kong and aims to uncover the key determinants of “healthy longevity.” The findings will provide a scientific foundation for developing more precise and personalized health management strategies, contributing to the advancement of healthy aging across society.

HKUST Achieves Outstanding Results in the Third Round of the RAISe+ Scheme
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HKUST Achieves Outstanding Results in the Third Round of the RAISe+ Scheme

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has once again achieved strong results under the Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One‑Plus (RAISe+) Scheme launched by the Innovation and Technology Commission. In the third round of funding, seven HKUST research projects have been recommended for funding, accounting for nearly one-third of all approved projects in this round.

HKUST Leads the Pack

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Rankings

Our international accolades

# 19

No. 19 Globally, No. 1 in Hong Kong

in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025

# 25

Global Employability University Ranking 2026

No. 1 in Hong Kong, No. 3 in Greater China

Designed by the HR consultancy Emerging and published by Times Higher Education

# 6

QS Asia University Rankings 2026

No. 2 in Hong Kong

Research and Discovery Champions Award

Facts and Figures

1900 +

Active HKUST Start-up Companies

Established by HKUST staff, students and alumni or incubated by HKUST programs or facilities

21 %

of Faculty Members

World’s Top 2% Scientists

Stanford University 2025

Patent Influence Metric

# 1
in China
# 33
Globally

Nature’s Leading 200 academic institutions 
Patent Influence Metric published in 2022

10

Unicorn Start-Ups

Valued at >US$1 billion

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HKUST Develops First AI Toolkit “GrainBot” to Automate Quantitative Microstructure Analysis
Dr. Shen Xinyi (center) holds his certified all-vacuum-deposited perovskite solar cell with Prof. Lin Yen-Hung (left) and Dr. Fion Yeung (right).
HKUST Achieves First Certified Breakthrough in Fully Solvent‑Free Perovskite Solar Cell Technology
HKUST Develops World’s First Sub-Zero Celsius Elastocaloric Green Freezer, Reshaping Freezing Industry with its Zero Emissions
HKUST Develops World’s First Sub-Zero Celsius Elastocaloric Green Freezer, Reshaping Freezing Industry with its Zero Emissions
Deep-Sea Multi-Omics Resource Platform
HKUST Launches World's First Deep-Sea Multi-Omics Resource Platform Empowering Global Research into Biological Adaptation in Extreme Environments
HKUST and Towngas Jointly Establish Hong Kong’s First Hydrogen Energy Industry Innovation Platform
HKUST and Towngas Jointly Establish Hong Kong’s First Hydrogen Energy Industry Innovation Platform
A research team led by Prof. QU Jianan, Professor of the HKUST Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering of the School of Engineering, has introduced a groundbreaking technique that can capture high-resolution images of the awake mice brain in a near non-invasive manner. The advancement promises deeper insights into human brain function in both healthy and diseased conditions.
HKUST Scholars Develop Novel High-Resolution Brain Imaging Technology A Breakthrough Enables Real-time Observation of Mouse Brain, Advancing Research into Human Brain and Neurological Diseases
HKUST Launches World’s Largest AI-Powered Educational Sandbox Game: Advancing AI Literacy and Encouraging Citizen Science
HKUST Launches World’s Largest AI-Powered Educational Sandbox Game: Advancing AI Literacy and Encouraging Citizen Science
HKUST Leads Tripartite Alliance with KPMG and Griffith University to Launch Asia's First Master Program Concentration
HKUST Leads Tripartite Alliance with KPMG and Griffith University to Launch Asia's First Master Program Concentration

Awards & Recognitions

Celebrating the excellence of the HKUST talents.

ZHAO Chen ZHAO Chen

ZHAO Chen

Department of Ocean Science

Awardee of Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship

ZHAO Chen

Department of Ocean Science
HKUST Women's Rope Skipping Team

Overall Champion - All Hong Kong Inter-School Rope Skipping Competition (Women)

HKUST Women's Rope Skipping Team
Prof. Xiaomeng LI Prof. Xiaomeng LI

Prof. Xiaomeng LI

Assistant Professor, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Engineering

Collaborative Research Fund 2025/26: Young Collaborative Research Grant

Prof. Xiaomeng LI

Assistant Professor, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Engineering
NeuroFlow - WONG Hoi Tung, TANG Yu Wai, CHENG Ka Hing NeuroFlow - WONG Hoi Tung, TANG Yu Wai, CHENG Ka Hing

NeuroFlow - WONG Hoi Tung, TANG Yu Wai, CHENG Ka Hing

School of Business and Management

JUMPSTARTER ZPIRE 2026 - Winner

NeuroFlow - WONG Hoi Tung, TANG Yu Wai, CHENG Ka Hing

School of Business and Management

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16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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17 Partnerships for the Goals

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Events

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Upcoming Events:
Apr
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Community Work
35 for Life - Blood Donation (28 Apr)
April 28 11:30 am - 06:00 pm
Apr
29
Community Work
35 for Life - Blood Donation (29 Apr)
April 29 11:30 am - 06:00 pm
Apr
30
Community Work
Sunshine Action Fortune Bag Packing Event
April 30 01:30 pm - 04:00 pm