Powering the future with revolutionary eco-friendly zinc batteries

Researchers at CUHK have made significant strides towards creating safer, better and more eco-friendly batteries by developing a novel electrolyte for aqueous zinc batteries. The electrolyte allows high-performance zinc batteries to operate in a much more environmentally sustainable way, making a range of promising clean energy applications newly possible.

New CUHK Shanghai Centre

CUHK inaugurated its new Shanghai Centre in August. The University and the Yangpu District Government also signed a strategic collaboration framework agreement and unveiled the Shanghai base of CUHK InnoPort, strengthening the University’s foothold in mainland China to drive innovation and technology collaborations in one of the major cities in the country.

A breakthrough for treating blocked blood vessels

Prof. Jack Wong from CUHK’s School of Life Sciences has made a significant discovery about how our bodies create new blood vessels in damaged tissue. This could lead to new treatments for conditions like peripheral arterial disease and blood flow problems in people with diabetes.

Deepening engagement with APRU

CUHK Vice-Chancellor Prof. Rocky S. Tuan has been elected Chair of the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), a network of some 60 leading universities across 19 economies, providing leadership to the organisation’s efforts in addressing the global challenges for a better and more sustainable future.

CUHK’s national treasures featured in the Forbidden City

CUHK and the Palace Museum are jointly presenting an exhibition at the Forbidden City in Beijing, showcasing precious rubbings from the Song Dynasty in CUHK’s collection, including rubbings of historical steles that were loaned to the Palace Museum for the first time. The exhibition signifies CUHK’s role in promoting Chinese culture.

CUHK athletes making waves

CUHK student Mr. Adam Mak made history by winning gold in the boys’ 200m breaststroke at the World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships. Besides, CUHK students and alumni excelled at the recent Hangzhou Asian Games by winning 11 medals, including a gold in the Bridge event.