Innovation Academy, Faculty of Engineering, HKU

In this hands-on workshop, we will introduce you to the powerful technique of fine-tuning, which allows you to adapt general purpose AI models to your own goals. After understanding the necessary theory behind fine-tuning, you will practice by preparing the dataset and then fine-tuning a summarization model to create headlines for news articles.

Looking forward to seeing you! (¬‿¬)

Crafting News Headlines with AI: Fine-Tuning Language Models for Creative Impact

Date: October 2, 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm (2 hours)
Venue: Digital Learning Studio, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU

Instructors: AI student research assistants of Innovation Wing

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. Prior knowledge on Python programming is strongly recommended, but not a must.

All HKU students are welcome to apply, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members!

For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/finetuningai/.

Join our hands-on generative AI workshop and gain a deeper understanding of fine-tuning techniques to craft impactful news headlines. Register now!

As urban areas face increasing air quality challenges, microalgae have emerged as an environmentally friendly solution.

Join us for an interactive workshop where you will explore the potential of microalgae for our planet, engage in hands-on activities to create your mini photo-bioreactor, and witness the transformation of algae from light green to dark green. Upon finishing the workshop, you can also take home your customized photobioreactor and obtain a certificate..

Discover the Power of Microalgae

Session A: September 26, 2024 (Thursday)

Or

Session B: October 9, 2024 (Wednesday) (Rerun)

Time: 6:30pm – 8:00pm (1.5 hours)
Venue: Makerspace A, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU
Instructors: Mr Guo Jingyang, Mr Xi Xiangyu Peter, Mr Alden Robert Schaaf (Leaders of SIG: WeGoALGAE)

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis.

Priority to Innovation Wing members and members of SIG: WeGoALGAE. All HKU students are also welcome to join.

No prior knowledge is required.

For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/wegoalgae01/.

Join us in becoming part of the solution and working together towards a greener future!

The Innovation Academy is thrilled to offer the workshop “BioBuilders: The Future of DNA Engineering'. Participants will explore synthetic biology and DNA engineering, learning about DNA engineering basics like CRISPR and its extensive applications.

Led by the HKU iGEM Team, the workshop includes interactive activities such as lab experiments for crime solving and programming trials. Discover how the team tackles real-world challenges with impactful projects.

Join us for this
engaging workshop to take on the role of a BioBuilder, using innovative techniques to solve cases.

BioBuilders: The Future of DNA Engineering
Date: September 26, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm (3 hours)
Venue: Makerspace A, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU
Instructors: Leaders of HKU iGEM

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. No prior knowledge is required.

All HKU students are welcome, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members!

For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/igem03/.

Join us on this inspiring journey to discover the power of DNA engineering and unleash your potential as a BioBuilder!

Exciting news from the Innovation Academy! Get ready for the Beijing Study Tour 2024, offering Inno Wing members a special opportunity to explore China's cutting-edge technology and innovation in AI and robotics. From October 14 to 19, 2024, join us on a six-day journey with immersive workshops and visits to Tsinghua University and cutting-edge companies. Details are as follows:

Date: October 14 to 19, 2024 (during the reading week)

Duration: 6 days 5 nights

Location: Beijing, China

Eligibility: Inno Wing members (UG, TPg, RPg are all eligible)

Tentative Itinerary (Subject to Change):

October 14 : Depart to Beijing + Visit to Tsinghua University

October 15 : Quadruped Workshop by Tsinghua University Day 1

October 16 : Quadruped Workshop by Tsinghua University Day 2

October 17 : Quadruped Workshop by Tsinghua University Day 3

October 18 : iCANX Global Science Innovation Platform

PM: Microsoft Research Asia

October 19 : Departure to Hong Kong


Support to Students:

Innovation Academy will support each participant with a maximum of 50% reimbursement for round-trip transportation and coach fare.
Hotel Accommodation will be fully supported by Innovation Academy
Participants are required to settle full payment before the trip. Reimbursement will be made upon full attendance of all scheduled activities and submission of high-quality reflection report and photos.

Application Deadline: 23:59, September 19, 2024 (Thursday)

Interested students please complete the Google form https://forms.gle/ojh8VYBBskwZeVeG9
(including 100 words self-introduction expressing your enthusiasm in advance technology development, such as robotics, AI, information technology, etc)

In the event of oversubscription, selection will be determined by drawing lots.

For more details of the study tour, please visit https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/studytour/bjtour24/.

Embark on the thrilling Beijing Study Tour 2024 for an unforgettable expedition into advanced AI technologies and robotics. Secure your spot now!

Would you like to create a one-of-a-kind game controller by repurposing old keyboards? Join our workshop and not only will you have the opportunity to build your own DIY controller kit, but you will also learn about 3D printing, Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), and hardware prototype development. This is a great chance to expand your knowledge and skills in hardware development while having fun building your own unique controller.

Hardware Development Workshop for Beginners! DIY Controller Workshop!

Date: September 25, 2024 (Wednesday)

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm (2 hours)

Venue: Makerspace A, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU

Instructors: Mr Enoch Kang, Mr Bryan Pong and Mr Hei Hu (Leaders of Matchbox - affiliated student interest group)

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. No prior knowledge is required.

All HKU students are welcome, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members!

For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/matchbox01/.

Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and enhance your hardware development skills!

We are delighted to introduce the Innovation Wing Showcase Workshop Series, featuring a diverse range of workshops highlighting intriguing student projects and learning opportunities. These workshops will take place in September 2024 at Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One. All HKU faculty and students are welcome to join these workshops to engage firsthand and uncover the potential of these projects.

You may refer to the QR codes or the links below for details and registration of each workshop:
Workshop 1 - Generative AI: https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/innoseries01/
Workshop 2 - Intelligent Robot and IoT: https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/innoseries02/
Workshop 4 - Learning Beyond the Wing: https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/innoseries04/
Workshop 3, 5 to 8 - Student Interest Group Sharing: https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/sigrecruit24/


For enquiries, please contact us [email protected].

We eagerly anticipate your participation in the upcoming workshops!

Do you want to enhance your firmware development skills and learn how to efficiently coordinate each module of your robot to avoid blocking each other? Are you interested in controlling your robot to performing complicated actions and following difficult commands with ease?

In this two-day advanced workshop, we will cover topics such as inverse kinematics, real-time operating systems, and multi-threading programming for legged robots. You will have gain hands-on experience building and programming your own legged robot, as well as learn advanced implementation and control techniques.

Two-day workshop on Advanced Level Firmware Programming for Legged Robot

Date: July 30 and 31, 2024 (Tuesday and Wednesday)
Time: 2:30pm – 5:00pm (2.5 hours)
Venue: Digital Learning Studio, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU
Instructors: Mr David Lee (Technical Staff from The Department of Computer Science)

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. All HKU students are welcome, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members!

Please note that prior knowledge on VScode (C/C++ programming), PlatformIO development platform, and Arduino API Framework is a MUST. For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/afirmware01/.

Don't miss this opportunity to take your firmware programming skills to the next level and master efficient techniques for your legged robot. Join us now.

Get ready for exciting opportunity to tackle one of the most pressing challenges faced by the construction industry – the impact of global warming on workers. Innovation Academy is excited to announce a one-day workshop, "Designing Solutions for Construction Workers Against Global Warming," where you'll have the chance to unleash your creativity and develop innovative cooling solutions tailored to the demanding construction environment.

The workshop will include interactive lectures, hands-on production, and final presentations to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge. You will learn about problem identification, engineering concepts, and iterative processes. Here are the details of the workshop:

One-Day Workshop: Designing Solutions for Construction Workers Against Global Warming

🌟Date: July 21, 2024 (Sunday)
🌟Time: 9:00am – 18:00pm
🌟Venue: Open Event Area, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU
🌟Instructors: Mr Joseph Wong, Mr Mac Ju (Leaders of SIG: Designing solutions for construction workers against Global Warming)

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. All HKU students are welcome, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members and members of SIG: Designing Solutions for construction workers against Global Warming. Participants are expected to bring their own laptops.

Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your creativity and make a tangible difference in the lives of construction workers. For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/haykoze02/.

Are you interested in an opportunity to broaden your horizons on Innovation and technology? Innovation Academy invites you to its upcoming sharing session, " Showcasing Student Inventiveness: Idea Presentations Inspired by the Australia Study Tour".

During this session, you will have the opportunity to listen to students who participated in the Australia Study Tour and learn about their remarkable adventures. Discover the cutting-edge developments in innovation and technology especially on sustainability in Australia and expand your knowledge beyond the classroom. This sharing session is the perfect opportunity to gain new perspectives and insights that will help you with your future studies and projects.

Date: July 26, 2024 (Friday)
Time: 2:00-3:00pm
Venue: Brainstorming Area, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU

All members of HKU community are welcome to join! For more details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/studytour/autour24/20240726_sharing/.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to explore new ideas and experiences. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear Innovation Wing members,

Get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Australia Study Tour, carefully curated to ignite your interest in advanced and sustainable technology. This exclusive tour is tailored for undergraduate students who are eager to explore cutting-edge technologies and discover innovative solutions for a more sustainable future.

From July 6 to 14, 2024, prepare to embark on a 9-day journey that will include visits to prestigious universities and centers, providing valuable insights and knowledge on the latest developments in innovation and sustainable technologies.

Date: July 6 to 14, 2024 (Saturday to Sunday)
Duration: 9 days 8 nights
Location: Sydney and Brisbane (Australia)
Eligibility: Inno Wing members (InnoHub, UG, TPg, RPg are all eligible)

Tentative Itinerary (Subject to Change):
Date and time Itinerary
July 6 (Sat) PM: Departure to Sydney
July 7 (Sun) AM: Arrival in Sydney
July 8 (Mon) The University of Sydney (SydneyU)
July 9 (Tue) The University of New South Wales (UNSW)
July 10 (Wed) AM: Flight to Brisbane
July 11 (Thu) Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
July 12 (Fri) The University of Queensland (UQ)
July 13 (Sat) PM: Back to HK
July 14 (Sun) AM: Arrival in HK

Support to Students:
• Innovation Academy will support each participant with a maximum of 70% reimbursement for round-trip transportation and hotel accommodation.
• Participants are required to settle full payment before the trip. Reimbursement will be made upon full attendance of all scheduled activities and submission of quality reflection report.

Application Deadline: 23:59, May 7, 2024 (Tuesday)
• Interested students please complete the Google form https://forms.gle/zN29x4DVtF3vvDvY8
(including 100 words self-introduction expressing your enthusiasm in advance technology development, such as robotics, AI, information technology, etc)
• In the event of oversubscription, selection will be determined by drawing lots.

For more details of the study tour, please visit https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/studytour/autour24/.

Be a part of the exciting Australia Study Tour and immerse yourself in the world of innovation and sustainable technology. Don't wait, act now and secure your spot!!

We are excited to announce that the 9th Engineering Inno Show “Transform Imagination into Reality!” will be held from 2:00 to 5:00pm April 26, 2024 (Friday) in Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One. All HKU staff and students are welcome to visit the Show and get an exclusive souvenir (while stock lasts!).

Details of the Show are as follows:

Time Event
2:00-4:30pm Exhibition and Demonstration

4:30-5:00pm Award ceremony

It is a golden opportunity for you to:

✨learn about interesting student projects from the Faculty of Engineering;
✨stimulate ideas for innovative projects in future;
✨explore the possibilities of collaborations;
✨vote for your favourite project to win The Super “GOOD JOB!” Project Award.


Please make your registration through https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?ueid=93362 or visit our webpage (https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/innoshow9/) for more details.

For enquiries, please contact us at 3910 2394, email to [email protected].

We look forward to meeting you in this exciting showcase carnival!

Are you interested in how Google Translate operates? Do you want to know how ChatGPT works?

Many modern technologies, such as ChatGPT, Google Translate, AutoCorrect, and email filtering, are built on top of sequence models! ᕦ(ò_óˇ)ᕤ

In this workshop series, we will introduce you to the theory and applications of sequence models. By learning how to use powerful machine learning models, you will eventually be able to create your own language models. (=´∀｀)人(´∀｀=)

In this first workshop, two basic sequence models: RNNs and LSTMs, will be covered and you will learn the skills to do language modelling, prediction problems, automated translations, and much more! (p_-)

Sequence Models Workshop Series – Part 1

Intro to Sequence Models

Date: April 17 (Wednesday)

Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm (2 hours)

Venue: Digital Learning Studio, Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing One, HKU

Instructors: AI student research assistants of Innovation Wing

Limited quotas are offered on first-come-first-served basis. Prior knowledge on Python programming is a MUST.

All HKU students are welcome, but priority will be given to Innovation Wing members! For registration and details, please refer to our webpage https://innoacademy.engg.hku.hk/sequencemodel1/.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the potential on sequence models. Join us now!