School of Science Hosts Inaugural Laureate Forum Visit, Engaging Young Scientists in Cutting-Edge Science
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The School of Science at HKUST proudly hosted a visit for the Inaugural Hong Kong Laureate Forum on November 17, 2023, as part of its ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of scientists and researchers. The event was a resounding success, with over 15 talented young scientists from overseas attending the inspirational science lectures and informative visits to three esteemed research facilities.
The science lectures, delivered by Prof. Jensen Li, Professor in the Department of Physics, and Prof. Can Yang, Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, were the highlights of the visit. Prof. Li's lecture, titled "From the Second Quantum Revolution to Quantum Nanophotonics," delved into the exciting realm of quantum technology, while Prof. Yang's lecture, titled "AI for Science: Examples from Spatial Transcriptomics Data Analysis," explored the intersection of big data and interdisciplinary research. These engaging sessions provided the young scientists with invaluable insights, fostering their passion for scientific exploration through interactive engagement.
Prof. Jensen Li, Professor of Physics, shared his valuable insights on quantum physics, which sparked the interest of the young scientists and prompted them to pose thought-provoking questions.
Prof. Can Yang shared his valuable insights on spatial transcriptomics data analysis, captivating the minds of the young scientists with inspirational scientific expertise.The research facility tours were equally captivating, offering the young scientists an exclusive opportunity to visit three research facilities: the Biosciences Central Research Facility, the Glassblowing Facility, and the Materials Characterization and Preparation Facility. Led by senior scientists and experienced laboratory professionals, these tours showcased cutting-edge technology and equipment, allowing the young scientists to envision the groundbreaking processes behind scientific discoveries made at these exceptional facilities.
As part of the visit, young scientists had the opportunity to explore the Biosciences Central Research Facility and learn about its cutting-edge technology.
The young scientists visited the Glassblowing Facility and gained insights into its role in facilitating researchers at HKUST with the design and production of custom glass tools tailored to the specific needs of diverse research facilities.
The young scientists visited the Glassblowing Facility and gained insights into its role in facilitating researchers at HKUST with the design and production of custom glass tools tailored to the specific needs of diverse research facilities.
The young scientists had the opportunity to explore the Materials Characterization and Preparation Facility and gain insight into how it serves academic researchers in the preparation, characterization, and analysis of various advanced materials.
