News & Stories
Our latest endeavors are creating positive change in a dynamic global environment.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) ranked sixth in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, ranking 2nd in Hong Kong. HKUST's progress closely aligns with the vision outlined in the recent Policy Address to strengthen Hong Kong's position as an international hub for higher education.
As the national 15th Five-Year Plan underscores the importance of implementing AI+ initiatives, Hong Kong is poised to leverage its unique strengths to accelerate the development of innovative technologies and new quality productive forces.
A research team from the School of Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has achieved a major breakthrough in brain imaging by developing the world’s first technology to capture high-resolution images of the brain of awake experimental mice in a nearly non-invasive manner. By eliminating the need for anesthesia, this innovation enables scientists to study brain tissue in its fully functional state.
HKUST Leads the Pack
Rankings
Our international accolades
No. 19 Globally, No. 1 in Hong Kong
in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025
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
QS Asia University Rankings 2026
No. 2 in Hong Kong, No. 6 in Asia
Research and Discovery Champions Award
Facts and Figures
Active HKUST Start-up Companies
Established by HKUST staff, students and alumni or incubated by HKUST programs or facilities
of Faculty Members
World’s Top 2% Scientists
Stanford University 2023
Patent Influence Metric
Nature’s Leading 200 academic institutions
Patent Influence Metric published in 2022
Unicorn Start-Ups
Valued at >US$1 billion
Penguin Buddy - Chan King Chung Bryce, Tam Kwan Yiu, Tam Ho Wang, Yu Hiu Lam, Leung Wai Yan,
The 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition - Innovation Track (Mathematics and Physics / Mechanics and Control Systems), Third Prize
Penguin Buddy - Chan King Chung Bryce, Tam Kwan Yiu, Tam Ho Wang, Yu Hiu Lam, Leung Wai Yan,
Prof. Alexis LAU
Research.com’s Best Scientists in the World by Discipline
Prof. Alexis LAU
Prof. HUI Pan
Research.com’s Best Scientists in the World by Discipline
Prof. HUI Pan
Mr. Alessandro BUFFOLI
HKUST Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition - First Place
Mr. Alessandro BUFFOLI
Dedicated to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we cultivate a diverse community, fostering global citizenship, community engagement, and driving positive societal impact.
