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23 Jun 2025

HKMU co-develops high-performance, Chinese-specific AI-powered predictive models for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data to analyse extensive medical records and lifestyle factors is shaping the future of smart healthcare. Leveraging healthcare data from Hong Kong and various regions of mainland China, the School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has collaborated with researchers from multiple institutions to develop AI-enhanced predictive models. These models aim to assess the risks of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases (CCVDs) in the general population, as well as in patients with specific diseases, such as diabetes mellitus and cancers. This will enable healthcare professionals to identify high-risk patients and provide timely, personalised medical interventions....

19 Jun 2025

HKMU – Hong Kong's first self-financing university and university of applied sciences debuts in the QS World University Rankings

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) has been ranked in the 781–790 range in the QS World University Rankings 2026, released by the international higher education organisation Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). This marks HKMU's debut in the world university rankings, establishing it as Hong Kong's first self-financing university and first university of applied sciences (UAS) to achieve this recognition....

6 Jun 2025

“Lost and Found in Hong Kong” exhibition now open at HKMU
Valuable historical documents reveal Chinese officers' participation in the Normandy landings

The touring exhibition “Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day” is now on display at the Ho Sik Yee Library of Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU). Showcasing a collection of rare historical materials, the exhibition unveils the little-known history of Chinese naval officers' participation in the Normandy landings (D-Day) during World War II (WWII). The exhibition is co-organised by the “D-Day in Hong Kong” initiative of the Urban Studies Institute (USI), HKMU Library, and the Department of Social Sciences, HKMU School of Arts and Social Sciences. The exhibition will run from now until 31 July 2025. Admission is free with prior registration....

6 Jun 2025

HKMU welcomes the reappointment of the Council Chairman and Members

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) welcomes the reappointment of Ir Dr Conrad Wong Tin-cheung as Chairman of the Council, Mr Henry Tong Sau-chai as Deputy Chairman, and Mr Arnold Cheng Ka-kui as Treasurer by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Their appointments will take effect on 20 June 2025 for a three-year term....

25 May 2025

HKMU's award-winning smart MR system enhances new property inspection and training efficiency

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is committed to developing impactful applied research. In collaboration with Hong Yip Service Company Limited (Hong Yip), a subsidiary of Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited (SHKP), Dr Jimmy Li Chi-ho, Assistant Professor in the School of Science and Technology, has developed an intelligent property inspection system. This innovative solution improves the efficiency of property management staff in inspecting new residential units, while significantly reducing training time and labour costs for property management companies....

15 May 2025

HKMU to hold JUPAS Consultation Day this Saturday
Offering over 1,300 Government-funded places in degree programmes – the highest among self-financing institutions

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) will hold its JUPAS Consultation Day on 17 May (Saturday) at its Ho Man Tin Campus. Representatives from various Schools and Departments will introduce the University and provide admissions and programme information. The event will feature a wide range of activities, including campus tours, programme talks, interactive taster workshops and a library open house. Students, parents, teachers and all interested members of the public are welcome to join the event....

13 May 2025

HKMU and HKIE co-host international summit to explore how AI and the low-altitude economy can drive innovation, technology and economic growth

Co-organised by Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE), the two-day “HKIE Control, Automation and Instrumentation Division 24/25 International Summit” was kicked off today (13 May). Focusing on three major themes—artificial intelligence (AI), the low-altitude economy (LAE) and new quality productive forces—the forum brought together over 200 engineering experts, scholars, faculty members and students from Hong Kong and the region to explore how AI and innovative technologies can become an important driving force for developing new quality productive forces to fuel economic development in Hong Kong, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), and the country....

29 Apr 2025

HKMU and Kai Shing sign MoU on student internships and career development

Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and Kai Shing Management Services Limited (Kai Shing) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 15 April to establish a strategic partnership. The MoU aims to enhance collaboration in areas such as internship programmes, entrepreneurship education and career development....

28 Apr 2025

HKMU to host the inaugural World University Animation Awards, showcasing young global talent and inspiring the creative industries

As part of its commitment to advancing creative arts education, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) will host the first-ever World University Animation Awards (WUAA) on 15-16 September 2025. The awards will recognise outstanding animated works by young talent from around the world that demonstrate artistic vision, technical excellence and originality, while providing an international platform for animation talent to connect, exchange ideas and inspire boundless opportunities in the creative industries....

22 Apr 2025

HKMU's mental health first aid course raises confidence in over 90% of students in identifying mental health risk factors and supporting their peers

The first round of a 12-hour mental health first aid (MHFA) course at Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) showed encouraging results. The course evaluation survey indciates that over 90% of students reported increased confidence in identifying mental health risk factors and supporting others with mental health challenges. To implement “train the trainer” approach, the first batch of faculty members and staff have completed their training and become course instructors, further enhancing the University's capacity to identify and address students' mental health needs....