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A research team from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), in collaboration with Arizona State University (ASU) and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has developed a sustainable integrated seawater-to-hydrogen system that can produce hydrogen directly from seawater while converting waste heat from electrolysis into a resource for producing the purified water required for hydrogen production. By integrating hydrogen production, water generation, and thermal management into a single system, the technology could help reduce the reliance of green hydrogen production on freshwater resources and offer a new approach for sustainable hydrogen development in water-scarce regions.

In the 35 years since HKUST’s establishment, the Cheng family and their Chow Tai Fook Charity Foundation have been steadfast supporters of the University’s development, working closely together on research and innovation. The naming and unveiling of the Cheng Kar-Shun Robotics Institute (Guangzhou) at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST(GZ)) on August 26 symbolizes how this longstanding partnership has now extended beyond Clear Water Bay to Nansha in Guangzhou. The Institute deepens collaboration among HKUST, the Cheng family, and the Foundation, and cultivates the growing research synergy between HKUST’s two campuses, reflecting their shared determination to advance innovation and development in robotics.

A research team led by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has developed a biomimetic nanocoating that could significantly extend the lifespan of batteries used in smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), and other electronic devices. Inspired by the stress-buffering function of human cartilage, the team has developed an innovative cartilage-inspired polymer nanocoating that effectively suppresses the degradation and wear of battery cathode materials at the source. The new technology not only enables batteries to retain exceptionally high capacity after thousands of charge-discharge cycles but also opens a promising new pathway toward the industrial deployment of next-generation nickel-rich lithium-ion batteries.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today released the first batch of Hong Kong remote sensing images captured by the Multi‑Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory (MUSICO), showcasing a major achievement by Hong Kong researchers participating in the nation’s space program while celebrating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.

A research team led by Prof. Hnin Yin Yin NYEIN from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has developed a novel wearable device named "HELP" (heteromodal epidermal liquid-metal patch). By leveraging liquid-metal technology, this soft, skin-like patch simultaneously tracks both breathing and heart activity. This comfortable, non-invasive technology marks a promising step toward a future where patients with chronic respiratory and heart conditions can receive continuous, clinical-grade health monitoring right at home.

Invaluable to modern society, refrigeration faces challenges from traditional vapor-compression systems, which are energy-intensive and employ refrigerants that exacerbate the greenhouse effect and damage the ozone layer. Addressing this, a research team from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has unveiled the world’s first zero-degradation elastocaloric cooling device. Powered by a fatigue-resistant, solid-state refrigerant, this innovation delivers durable and green cooling, maintaining its stable performance even over a stunning one million operational cycles. This breakthrough will usher in highly efficient eco-friendly cooling, driving progress towards sustainable global development.

A research team from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has developed a new modeling and optimization framework that helps researchers design modularized autonomous experimentation (MAE) platforms for new materials by determining the optimal combination of equipment before construction begins, thereby reducing both time and cost before the platform is physically built.

A research team from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) proposed a new Reasoning-Empowered Task-Oriented Communication (TOC) framework that enables AI agents to determine what information to share, when communication is necessary, and why a communicate should occur. The research could pave the way for collective intelligence in future 7G wireless networks.