Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜 𝐅𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐯𝐞, an HKIAS Senior Fellow and a Professor at Collège de France, visited City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) from 22 to 27 March 2026. As a visionary leader whose influence continues to shape the global scientific landscape, his visit strengthened international collaboration in energy research and catalysis, while inspiring faculty, students, and the wider Hong Kong scientific community.

Details: https://go.cityu.hk/dw79pc

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧ç𝐨𝐧, an HKIAS Senior Fellow and a leading figure in the field of Continuum Mechanics, visited City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) from 20 February to 16 March 2026. His visit featured a series of enlightening sessions and lectures aimed at promoting academic exchange and collaboration.

Details: https://go.cityu.hk/vqnwy4

How are advanced packaging technologies shaping the future of AI and data center networks? Join us for an insightful lecture by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐧𝐠, Regents’ Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology and HKIAS Senior Fellow!

In this talk, titled "Recent Advances on Heterogeneous System Integration of Electronic and Photonic Packaging for Co-Packaged of Optics (CPO) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)", Professor Wong will explore:
🔹 The evolution from pluggable optics to near-package optics and CPO.
🔹 Heterogeneous integration combining photonic ICs (PICs) and electronic ICs (EICs).
🔹 Cutting-edge research on underfill materials and thermal management for advanced semiconductor packaging.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a pioneer whose work has fundamentally transformed semiconductor packaging technology, making today's smart devices smaller, faster, and more affordable!

📅 7 May 2026 (Thursday)
⏰ 4:00pm-5:00pm (Light refreshments will be served from 3:30pm)
📍 Interdisciplinary Multi-function Room (AE-040), LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong
✅ All are welcome!

👉 Register now: https://go.cityu.hk/fh3osz

Dive into the complexity of wave localisation with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐛 𝐀𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢, HKIAS Senior Fellow and Professor of Applied Mathematics at ETH Zürich. Prof. Ammari will elucidate the intricate nature of wave localisation in resonator systems and discuss efficient meta-atom approaches for spectral evaluation.
📅 Date: 20–22 April 2026 (Mon–Wed)
🕒 Time: 3:00pm–5:00pm
📍 Venue: Interdisciplinary Multi-function Room (AE-040), LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, CityUHK
🔗 Registration: https://go.cityu.hk/pf93cv
ALL ARE WELCOME! 🌟

Join us for the HKIAS Distinguished Lecture by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐢 (Zhejiang University & CAS Member) on "Deep Dynamics & Control on the Locomotion of Legged Robots"! Discover the latest breakthroughs in high-mobility robotics, including the quadruped robot "Black Panther".

📅 Date: 31 March 2026 (Tuesday)
⏰ Time: 10:30am-11:30am (Light refreshments will be served at 10:00am)
📍 Venue: Interdisciplinary Multi-function Room (AE-040), LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong

🔗 Register now to secure your seat: https://go.cityu.hk/gygk23

Join 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜 𝐅𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐯𝐞, HKIAS Senior Fellow and member of the French Academy of Sciences, for an insightful talk on Electrocatalysis for Carbon Neutrality. Discover how CO2/CO electrovalorization is shaping the future of green hydrogen, fuel production, and the path toward sustainable energy solutions.

📅 Date: 24 March 2026 (Tuesday)
🕒 Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm (Light refreshment served from 3:30pm)
📍 Venue: Interdisciplinary Multi-function Room (AE-040), LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong
🔗 Registration: https://go.cityu.hk/g1lnge

Don't miss this opportunity to explore cutting-edge solutions for sustainable energy. ALL ARE WELCOME. See you there! 🌟

Explore the theoretical underpinnings of Ultimate Limit State Design (ULSD) with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧ç𝐨𝐧, HKIAS Senior Fellow and member of the French Academy of Sciences. Gain insights into how the Yield Design Theory and the concept of auxiliary structures are used to quantify stability in construction, illustrated through classical soil mechanics problems.

📅 Date: 9 March 2026 (Monday)
🕒 Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm (Light refreshment served from 3:30pm)
📍 Venue: Interdisciplinary Multi-function Room (AE-040), LG/F, Academic Exchange Building, City University of Hong Kong
🔗 Registration: https://go.cityu.hk/bc4pnk

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a renowned leader in Continuum Mechanics. ALL ARE WELCOME. See you there! 🌟

The HKIAS International Conference on Mathematical Analysis and its Applications convened exceptional mathematical scholars from around the globe at City University of Hong Kong from 4 to 7 November 2025.

Read the full issue here: https://www.hkias.cityu.edu.hk/news-and-media/news/20251107_math-conference

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬, HKIAS Senior Fellow and world-renowned scientist in materials science and catalysis, recently visited the CityUHK and CityUHK (Dongguan) from 9 to 19 January 2026. His visit fostered deep academic exchange, featuring high-level discussions with faculty, engagement with young scholars, and a distinguished lecture focused on the intersection of academic research and venture creation.
Details: https://go.cityu.hk/k6y88c

The Hong Kong Institute for Advanced Study (HKIAS) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on October 15, 2025, gathering Senior Fellows from across the globe to mark the Institute’s 10th anniversary and engage in discussions centered on strategic advancements in research and international collaboration.

Throughout the AGM week, interdisciplinary meetings and networking events were integral to fostering mentorship opportunities and collaboration among HKIAS Senior Fellows, CityU Faculty members, emerging researchers and students from various disciplines.

Details: https://www.hkias.cityu.edu.hk/news-and-media/news/20251015_hkias-annual-general-meeting-2025

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐬, Senior Fellow of HKIAS and President Emeritus of Lucy Cavendish College, University of Cambridge, is a visionary leader whose influence continues to shape the global scientific and academic landscape. Her visit to CityUHK from 7 to 13 December 2025 stands as a testament to her enduring commitment to advancing higher education and research, inspiring a renewed sense of purpose and ambition across the university community.
Details: https://go.cityu.hk/ei16mc