Knowledge Transfer Office - CityU

【 Invitation to the 8th Sub-Conference of the Young Academy of Sciences Summit on AI for Science: Scientific Discovery in the Age of AI 】

The Hong Kong Young Academy of Sciences (YASHK) cordially invite you to attend the 8th Sub-Conference of the Young Academy of Sciences Summit (YASS), focusing on a pivotal topic that is rapidly reshaping the future of research and innovation: Artificial Intelligence (AI). As AI continues to accelerate breakthroughs across various disciplines, this conference will bring together leading minds to explore the intersection of machine intelligence and scientific inquiry.

Event Details:

Date: 10 June 2026 (Wed)
Time: 10:00AM - 6:00PM (Registration begins at 9:15AM)
Venue: Chamber 3, InnoCentre, 72 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong
Language: English

The programme includes:

Session 1 – Exploring the Boundaries of Intelligence
Session 2 – AI for Scientific Discovery
Session 3 – From Lab to Industry

More information about YASS can be found on our official website: https://yass-hk.org/

Registration:

Public registration is open at: https://yass.pico.com/registration

滬港合作開放數據挑戰賽 | HK/Shanghai Co-op Open Data Challenge Hong Kong/Shanghai Co-op Open Data Challenge - promoting open data innovation between Hong Kong and Shanghai

【Future Ecopreneur Programme Eco-pilot Projects (Cohort 2) – Online Briefing 】
Date: Monday, 9 February 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Target Audience: Aged 18–35 (with priority for tertiary students and working youth)
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/f9N3vuWdcLBVxU9c9

Session Highlights:
- Understanding climate challenges faced by local communities
- Overview of the Eco-pilot Project theme, structure, and selection criteria

【城大創新力量，亮相全國舞臺！ 】

香港城市大學前沿科技成果閃耀2025高校科技成果交易會！城大在於廣州舉行的科交會上(2025年12月15日至17日)展示了涵蓋高端裝備、生物醫藥、新材料等領域的12項創新專案，其中3項更獲選在“港澳高校專場路演”中重點推介，獲得各界高度關注。 讓我們為城大科研團隊的卓越成果喝彩！

衷心感謝所有研究人員與團隊的傑出貢獻！ 城大將繼續推動知識轉移，將開創性研究轉化為惠及社會的解決方案。

#2025高校科技成果交易会 #香港城大 #知識轉移 #學研合作 #科技創新

【The annual flagship IP event Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia) is back!】

The 15th Business of IP Asia Forum ( ) returns on 4–5 December at , under the theme “Leverage IP to Finance Business Growth”.

The event will delve into multiple key areas, including IP Valuation and Financing, Propelling Sustainability with IP, IP Economy, IP-driven Transformation of HK Brands, and Opportunities and Risks of Data Licensing. These discussions will encourage innovative approaches to leveraging IP for market opportunities.

BIP Asia brings together IP owners, investors, professionals, and business leaders from around the world. To facilitate our members on acquiring IP insights, trends and developments, as well as establishing business connections and exploring partnership opportunities, our organisation is pleased to be supporting BIP Asia this year. Members can enjoy 60% off on full passes starting today by using the promo code: SODF23D01

Register Now:
https://bipasia.hktdc.com/conference/bip/en/onlineregistration

Event details: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en
Date: 4 - 5 December
Venue: HKCEC

【Advancing Hong Kong's Licensing Ecosystem! 🚀】

The Knowledge Transfer Office (KTO) at CityUHK was proud to co-host a dynamic seminar on "Building a Robust Licensing Ecosystem" with the Licensing Executives Society China (Hong Kong Sub-Chapter) which was the wrap up series of 2025. We were delighted to welcome industry practitioners to our HK Tech 300 Co-Working Space for this insightful Session 4 of the series.

A big thank you to our expert panel, moderated by Mr. Michael Lin, Council Member of LES China (Hong Kong Sub-Chapter), and featuring:
* Mr. Victor Kwok from Our Hong Kong Foundation
* Ms. Constance Zhao from Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
* Dr. Angela Niu from CityUHK KTO

The discussion was incredibly vibrant, tackling key challenges like:
🔹 Breaking down silos in HK's innovation landscape
🔹 Fostering more downstream and commercial research
🔹 Scaling up Hong Kong's brilliant inventions for global impact

It was a fantastic opportunity for our KTO team to connect with licensing executives. The collaborative energy is a powerful sign for the future of Hong Kong's tech transfer community!

【🌟 InnoCarnival 2025 Starts Today! 🌟】

We’re thrilled to announce that InnoCarnival 2025 is officially underway! CityUHK invites you to join us for an exciting week filled with innovation and discovery.

📸 Check out our photos on the opening day and feel the buzz of inspiration as we kick off this incredible event!

📍 Where to find us:
Hong Kong Science Park, Building 12W Grand Hall (1/F, Phase 3)
Booth Number: D03

🗓 Event Dates: 18 - 26 October 2025

Join us and be part of the journey toward a brighter future. Let’s inspire each other with ideas that shape tomorrow. We can't wait to see you!

【🚀 Unlocks Your Dream! Visit CityUHK at InnoCarnival 2025! 🚀】

Ready for a day of fun and discovery? City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) is excited to be part of the InnoCarnival 2025, and we invite you to our interactive exhibition!

Come and experience our exciting exhibits firsthand:
♻️ Turn old wood into premium sound with upcycled audio speakers.
🎓 Discover AI-powered apps that help students explore career paths, master key subjects through educational games, and provide parents with tools to understand their children's unique needs.
🤖 Build and chat with a friendly, DIY cardboard AI chatbot.
🦷 Protect your smile and our planet with a revolutionary enamel-repair toothpaste.
🏛️ Step back in time with AR to experience Hong Kong's historical panoramas.
There's something for everyone to see, touch, and learn!

📍 Find us at:
Hong Kong Science Park, Building 12W Grand Hall (1/F, Phase 3)
Booth Number: D03

🗓️ Date: 18 - 26 October 2025

Don't miss this chance to be inspired by the ideas shaping tomorrow. See you there!

【Asia Smart Innovation Awards Summit 2025】

Join the Asia Smart Innovation Awards Summit 2025 this October and witness the future power of innovation in Asia!

Organised by WTIA, the Asia Smart Innovation Awards Summit 2025 is making a grand return this October! The event will gather innovation and technology elites and industry leaders from 17 regions across Asia to explore the latest trends and best practices in artificial intelligence, applied technology, and digital transformation.

On the day of the summit, the prestigious Asia Smart Innovation Awards Presentation Ceremony will also be held, recognising outstanding application solutions and innovative achievements. The event will feature expert panel discussions, showcases by award winners, and exclusive networking sessions—making it the must-attend event of the year for the industry!

📅 Date: 16 October 2025 (Thursday)
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Registration starts at 9:30 AM)
📍 Venue: Ballroom I & II, 7/F, Cordis Hotel, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
🔗 Register Now: https://form.jotform.com/252091800662452
Or scan the QR code on the event poster!
Live: https://www.facebook.com/bestasiainnovation.hk/live_videos/

💡 Event Highlights
🗣️ Industry Networking: Connect with innovation and technology professionals from across Asia
🎤 Panel Discussions: Hear from industry leaders as they share insights on AI and applied innovation
🏆 Award Showcase: Discover this year’s winning solutions and projects from the Asia Smart Innovation Awards
🍹 Networking Refreshments: Enjoy face-to-face exchanges across regions and industries

This summit is not only a platform for international knowledge exchange, but also a rare opportunity to gather innovative minds and foster collaboration and connections throughout Asia. We sincerely invite you to join us and industry peers from around the region to witness the future of smart innovation in Asia together!