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關於香港桂冠論壇

歡迎大家來到香港桂冠論壇2024年10月份通訊。

香港桂冠論壇委員會欣然宣佈，第二屆香港桂冠論壇（下稱「論壇」）將於2025年11月5至8日在香港科學園舉行，論壇委員會將邀請邵逸夫獎得獎者及其他頂尖科學家親身來港，與來自世界各地的青年科學家進行跨世代、跨文化、跨領域的交流，以啟發科學靈感。我們現正籌備論壇活動，並與不同機構緊密聯繫，以豐富活動內容。而青年科學家的報名日期已訂於2025年1月13日至3月31日，甄選過程將會由國際專業科學評審團負責。報名及甄選的詳情將於稍後公佈，有興趣參與下屆論壇的青年科學家請密切留意我們的網站和社交媒體。

而HKLF Alumni Reunion Party已於8月30日順利舉行。活動匯聚超過80名參加者和嘉賓，包括曾參與首屆論壇的青年科學家和就讀與科學相關學系的論壇大使、他們所邀請對論壇委員會舉辦的活動感興趣的友好，以及一眾來自恒基兆業地產有限公司、邵逸夫獎、香港中華煤氣有限公司、香港青年協會、香港資優教育學苑、百仁基金等代表。論壇委員會主席唐偉章教授，SBS，BBS，JP致歡迎辭，表示期望透過舉辦論壇，使更多年輕人對科學產生興趣，並在未來的歲月裏，投身與研究和科技發展相關的事業，幫助香港成為國際科技樞紐。另外，三位青年科學家包括香港中文大學化學病理學系臨床講師蔡樂怡醫生、香港大學物理系研究生呂尚沅先生及香港中文大學數學系講師、香港科技大學數學系訪問學者麥偉樑博士向一眾出席者分享參與首屆論壇的經驗和得著。各人均表示於首屆論壇得到不少啟發，未來定必鼓勵同儕及後輩參與論壇。歡迎大家瀏覽我們的圖片庫、影片庫及YouTube頻道，一同分享當晚活動的喜悅。

此外，由我們與香港資優教育學苑和百仁基金組成的「G3聯盟」所合辦的「少年創科達人大獎」比賽總評、頒獎典禮暨午餐會已於7月6日圓滿結束。「年度最佳創科達人」及「十大創科少年」亦順利誕生。當日活動除了邀得一眾理事成員及嘉賓出席，教育局常任秘書長李美嫦女士亦於百忙之中抽空親臨現場，共同見證這一重要時刻。進入十強的同學即場向李女士及其他嘉賓展示及介紹自己的作品，而年度最佳創科達人更與香港資優教育學苑院長黃金耀博士和曾參與首屆香港桂冠論壇的青年科學家 — 香港中文大學化學病理學系臨床講師蔡樂怡醫生就《我的創科之路》為題進行交流，十位獲獎同學均表示在過程中獲益良多。我們再次恭喜各得獎者以及進入50強的同學，期望他們在創科方面繼續發展並有所成就！歡迎大家按此瀏覽整個比賽的得獎名單、刊物及花絮片段。而「G3聯盟」將舉辦第二屆「少年創科達人大獎」，並於10月19日舉行簡介會。屆時，香港城市大學協理學務副校長（數碼學習）張澤松教授將會為大家分享人才培育的方向，及如何協助年青人投身創科之路。此外，第一屆「年度最佳創科達人」得獎者亦會為我們分享得獎心得。歡迎大家按此閱覽比賽詳情，及報名參加簡介會。

我們一直十分支持其他機構舉辦對科學及科技相關的比賽，使學生們於參賽過程中有所裨益。今年，我們成為由香港應用科技研究院（應科院），並聯同香港資優教育學苑合辦的《全港青年AI Master科技應用創意大獎》的支持機構。比賽旨在促進並鼓勵AI與日常生活的融合，為中學生提供一個學習和交流的平台，激發學生的興趣，培養他們的批判及創新思維，提升排解疑難的能力。應科院將於10月4日舉行一場比賽簡介講座，介紹比賽詳情和有關注意事項，當天活動亦包括人工智能互動科技展示，例如融合AI的網絡安全技術，旨在激發參與者對人工智能的興趣。請按此了解比賽詳情，以及登記參加大獎簡介講座。

為提升香港年輕一代對不同科學及科技領域的認識和興趣，我們於積極籌備下屆論壇的同時，會繼續與社會各界攜手合作，推動相關方面的教育和交流。

科學探究

全球首創個人化幹細胞治療 研究人員倡社會提高關注罕見原發性免疫缺陷病

偽裝大師：變色動物

关于香港桂冠论坛

欢迎大家来到香港桂冠论坛2024年10月份通讯。

香港桂冠论坛委员会欣然宣布，第二届香港桂冠论坛（下称「论坛」）将于2025年11月5至8日在香港科学园举行，论坛委员会将邀请邵逸夫奖得奖者及其他顶尖科学家亲身来港，与来自世界各地的青年科学家进行跨世代、跨文化、跨领域的交流，以启发科学灵感。我们现正筹备论坛活动，并与不同机构紧密联系，以丰富活动内容。而青年科学家的报名日期已订于2025年1月13日至3月31日，甄选过程将会由国际专业科学评审团负责。报名及甄选的详情将于稍后公布，有兴趣参与下届论坛的青年科学家请密切留意我们的网站和社交媒体。

而HKLF Alumni Reunion Party已于8月30日顺利举行。活动汇聚超过80名参加者和嘉宾，包括曾参与首届论坛的青年科学家和就读与科学相关学系的论坛大使、他们所邀请对论坛委员会举办的活动感兴趣的友好，以及一众来自恒基兆业地产有限公司、邵逸夫奖、香港中华煤气有限公司、香港青年协会、香港资优教育学苑、百仁基金等代表。论坛委员会主席唐伟章教授，SBS，BBS，JP致欢迎辞，表示期望透过举办论坛，使更多年轻人对科学产生兴趣，并在未来的岁月里，投身与研究和科技发展相关的事业，帮助香港成为国际科技枢纽。另外，三位青年科学家包括香港中文大学化学病理学系临床讲师蔡乐怡医生、香港大学物理系研究生吕尚沅先生及香港中文大学数学系讲师、香港科技大学数学系访问学者麦伟梁博士向一众出席者分享参与首届论坛的经验和得著。各人均表示于首届论坛得到不少启发，未来定必鼓励同侪及后辈参与论坛。欢迎大家浏览我们的图片库、影片库及YouTube频道，一同分享当晚活动的喜悦。

此外，由我们与香港资优教育学苑和百仁基金组成的「G3联盟」所合办的「少年创科达人大奖」比赛总评、颁奖典礼暨午餐会已于7月6日圆满结束。「年度最佳创科达人」及「十大创科少年」亦顺利诞生。当日活动除了邀得一众理事成员及嘉宾出席，教育局常任秘书长李美嫦女士亦于百忙之中抽空亲临现场，共同见证这一重要时刻。进入十强的同学即场向李女士及其他嘉宾展示及介绍自己的作品，而年度最佳创科达人更与香港资优教育学苑院长黄金耀博士和曾参与首届香港桂冠论坛的青年科学家 — 香港中文大学化学病理学系临床讲师蔡乐怡医生就《我的创科之路》为题进行交流，十位获奖同学均表示在过程中获益良多。我们再次恭喜各得奖者以及进入50强的同学，期望他们在创科方面继续发展并有所成就！欢迎大家按此浏览整个比赛的得奖名单、刊物及花絮片段。而「G3联盟」将举办第二届「少年创科达人大奖」，并于10月19日举行简介会。届时，香港城市大学协理学务副校长（数码学习）张泽松教授将会为大家分享人才培育的方向，及如何协助年青人投身创科之路。此外，第一届「年度最佳创科达人」得奖者亦会为我们分享得奖心得。欢迎大家按此阅览比赛详情，及报名参加简介会。

我们一直十分支持其他机构举办对科学及科技相关的比赛，使学生们于参赛过程中有所裨益。今年，我们成为由香港应用科技研究院（应科院），并联同香港资优教育学苑合办的《全港青年AI Master科技应用创意大奖》的支持机构。比赛旨在促进并鼓励AI与日常生活的融合，为中学生提供一个学习和交流的平台，激发学生的兴趣，培养他们的批判及创新思维，提升排解疑难的能力。应科院将于10月4日举行一场比赛简介讲座，介绍比赛详情和有关注意事项，当天活动亦包括人工智能互动科技展示，例如融合AI的网络安全技术，旨在激发参与者对人工智能的兴趣。请按此了解比赛详情，以及登记参加大奖简介讲座。

为提升香港年轻一代对不同科学及科技领域的认识和兴趣，我们于积极筹备下届论坛的同时，会继续与社会各界携手合作，推动相关方面的教育和交流。

科学探究

全球首创个人化干细胞治疗 研究人员倡社会提高关注罕见原发性免疫缺陷病

伪装大师：变色动物

About the Hong
Kong Laureate
Forum

Welcome to the December 2024 issue of the newsletter of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum!

The preparations for the Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 (the Forum) are in full swing, featuring a diverse array of exciting programmes, including sessions led by Shaw Laureates as speakers. We are honoured to announce that several Shaw Laureates have confirmed their attendance at the Forum, including (listed by discipline and most recent award year):

Michael Perryman (2022 Astronomy)
Steven A Balbus (2013 Astronomy)
Eva Nogales (2023 Life Science and Medicine)
Peter Walter (2014 Life Science and Medicine)

Additionally, several Shaw Laureates have also expressed interest in attending the Forum. Once we have more information about the confirmed participating Shaw Laureates, we will announce the updated list of laureates attending the Forum.

These distinguished world-renowned scientists will join young scientists from around the world for cross-generational, cross-cultural, and interdisciplinary exchanges during the Forum, which is scheduled to be held from 5-8 November 2025, inspiring the development of new scientific ideas. We will select 200 young scientists globally to participate in this prestigious event. The world-wide open application for the Forum will commence on 13 January 2025 (00:00 HKT) until 31 March 2025 (23:59 HKT). We welcome applications from PhD graduates, postgraduate (PhD / Master) students, as well as undergraduate students aged 35 or below who are pursuing studies or research in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, Mathematical Sciences, or other closely related fields. All applications will be reviewed by an international Scientific Review Panel. Further details about the event, application and selection criteria will be announced on our website and social media platforms.

In the meantime, we are organising a “Prelude to the Forum” to broaden the scientific horizons of the young scientists in Hong Kong, allowing them to exchange ideas and prepare for their journey in scientific research. This two-day event will be held from 24-25 March 2025. The event will invite local scholars in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences to share their research and personal experiences. We aim to help young scientists address topics which are crucial to their research career, such as communication skills, career development, and planning, through panel discussions, seminars, and group discussions, where they can exchange invaluable ideas, knowledge and experiences. We welcome the Young Scientists and Forum Ambassadors who have participated in the inaugural Hong Kong Laureate Forum, as well as other PhD graduates, postgraduate and undergraduate students who are eager to pursue a path of scientific research, to register for this event. More details and registration information will be unveiled on our website and social media platforms.

To further enhance the understanding and interest of the young people of different age groups in science and technology, we have been organising the “Exploring New Horizons” series since 2021. So far, we have arranged over 40 laboratory and research facility visits and sharing sessions, providing secondary school students with opportunities to expand their horizons and interact directly with researchers. These events have been highly praised by local secondary school students and teachers, with many students expressing that visiting research labs and interacting directly with scientists have sparked their interest in pursuing careers in research. We greatly appreciate the ongoing support of local universities and research institutes, and we are excited to announce that “Exploring New Horizons 2025” will be held from January to March 2025. During this period, 18 lab visits will be arranged, covering various scientific fields. Check out here to view more details! Interested local secondary schools are encouraged to complete the online form by 9 January 2025 (12:00).

Additionally, the “G3 Alliance”, founded by the HKLF, the Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education, and Centum Charitas Foundation, has been committed to identifying and nurturing young innovative talents while promoting the integration of science and technology with societal needs since its inception. This year, G3 Alliance successfully hosted the inaugural “Young STEAM Talent Award”. The awardees demonstrated impressive creativity and knowledge in science and technology and have actively contributed to society, setting an example for their peers. To further support these talented individuals, G3 Alliance has developed the Nurturing Programme, including mentorship in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) fields from top-tier mentors. These outstanding Young STEAM Talents will receive personalised guidance and training, enabling them to continue learning, developing their creativity, and making contributions to the society. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the mentors for their invaluable support in cultivating the next generation of innovative scientific talent. Given the great success of the inaugural competition, the enthusiasm and anticipation from everyone have empowered us to host the second “Young STEAM Talent Award”. Registration for the competition is now open, and the deadline for submission is 10 February 2025 (17:00). Please click here for more details.

We look forward to your active participation and continued engagement as we explore more scientific and innovative wonders together through these enriching activities!

Lastly, as we are fast approaching 2025, the HKLF wishes everyone a prosperous and healthy new year!

Science News

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關於香港桂冠論壇

歡迎大家來到香港桂冠論壇2024年12月份通訊。

香港桂冠論壇2025（下稱「論壇」）的籌備工作正如火如荼地進行，一系列多元且精彩的節目將呈現給各參與者，其中包括由邵逸夫獎得獎者擔任講者的分享環節，我們很榮幸已得到多位確認受邀將親臨論壇，包括（按學科及較近期獲獎年份排列）︰

邁克爾•佩里曼（2022天文學獎）
史蒂芬•拜爾巴斯（2013天文學獎）
伊娃•諾加利斯（2023生命科學與醫學獎）
彼德•瓦爾特（2014生命科學與醫學獎）

還有多位邵逸夫獎得獎者對論壇感興趣並表示希望出席，待我們有更多確切消息後，我們將公佈出席論壇得獎科學家的最新名單。

這些榮獲邵逸夫獎的殿堂級科學家將與來自世界各地的青年科學家於2025年11月5至8日論壇期間進行跨世代、跨文化、跨領域的交流，以啟發科學靈感。我們將於全球招募200位青年科學家參與論壇盛事，公開申請將由香港時間2025年1月13日（00:00）開始至2025年3月31日（23:59）結束，歡迎35歲或以下並且就讀或研究天文學、生命科學與醫學、數學科學或其他相關專業的博士畢業生、博士及碩士研究生與本科生申請，所有申請將通過國際專業科學評審團進行甄選。論壇細節、申請及甄選詳情和其他資訊將於稍後公佈，請大家密切留意我們的網站和社交媒體。

與此同時，我們亦在籌備「論壇前奏活動」。該活動旨在拓展香港年輕一代科學家的視野，讓科研新力軍能夠互相交流，為他們步入科研之路作準備。爲期兩天的「論壇前奏活動」將於2025年3月24至25日舉行，並將邀請在天文學、生命科學與醫學及數學科學三方面的本地學者作科研及個人經驗分享，透過對談分享、研討會及小組討論等形式，圍繞青年科學家未來科研道路相關的課題，如溝通技巧、科研事業發展和規劃等，交流卓越的想法、知識和經驗。我們歡迎曾參與首屆論壇的青年科學家和論壇大使，以及其他有志於深入科研的博士畢業生、博士及碩士研究生與本科生報名參加。有關活動的更多詳情和報名方法將會在我們的網站和社交媒體。

爲了進一步提升香港不同年齡層年輕一代對科學及科技領域的認識和興趣，我們自2021年起舉辦「探索新視野」活動，截至目前已舉辦了超過40場的實驗室和科研設施參觀活動及分享會，為中學生們提供了擴闊眼界及與科研工作者直接互動的機會，讓他們了解更多有關追求科研的旅程。活動舉辦以來，深受本港中學師生歡迎，其中不少學生表示能夠親身參觀香港的科研實驗室以及與科研人員直接對話是十分難得的機會，亦提高了他們對探索科學知識的興趣，加強了他們日後加入科研道路的決心。我們非常感謝本地各大學／科研機構一路以來的支持，並十分高興地宣佈新一年度「探索新視野」將於2025年1至3月舉行，期間將安排18節參觀實驗室的活動，涵蓋不同科學領域，請按此了解更多參觀詳情及資訊，有興趣參與的本港中學請於1月9日（12:00）前填寫線上表格報名。

此外，由我們與香港資優教育學苑和百仁基金組成的「G3聯盟」自創辦以來，一直致力於發掘年輕創新人才，推動科技與社會需求的深度結合。G3聯盟已於今年成功舉辦了首屆「少年創科達人大獎」，獲獎的同學們不僅在科學技術領域展現出驚人的創造力和專業知識，更在實踐中積極貢獻社會，成為青少年的榜樣。為進一步幫助獲獎者盡展潛能，在自己的才華領域取得更優異的成績，同時培養他們的創新思維，G3聯盟更安排了培育計劃給予得獎的「少年創科達人」，其中包括提供在科學、科技、工程、藝術和數學（STEAM）領域成就卓越的導師作親身指導。這些優秀的「少年創科達人」將獲得個性化的指導和培訓，學習更多的科研知識，展現創意，並為社會作出貢獻。在此，我們感謝每位導師對計劃的支持，一同培育新一代創新科技人才。鑒於首屆比賽取得圓滿成功，大家的熱情與期待使我們決定繼續舉辦第二屆「少年創科達人大獎」，比賽現正接受報名，報名截止時間為2025年2月10日（17:00），請按此瀏覽詳情。

我們期待大家的積極參與及持續關注，一同在這些豐富多彩的活動中發現更多科學與創新的奇蹟。

最後，香港桂冠論壇預祝大家新年進步，身體健康！

科學探究

低場MRI和緊急中風診斷及治療室 – 急性中風分流和治療新模式

詹姆斯．韋伯太空望遠鏡

关于香港桂冠论坛

欢迎大家来到香港桂冠论坛2024年12月份通讯。

香港桂冠论坛2025（下称「论坛」）的筹备工作正如火如荼地进行，一系列多元且精彩的节目将呈现给各参与者，其中包括由邵逸夫奖得奖者担任讲者的分享环节，我们很荣幸已得到多位确认受邀将亲临论坛，包括（按学科及较近期获奖年份排列）︰

迈克尔•佩里曼（2022天文学奖）
史蒂芬•拜尔巴斯（2013天文学奖）
伊娃•诺加利斯（2023生命科学与医学奖）
彼德•瓦尔特（2014生命科学与医学奖）

还有多位邵逸夫奖得奖者对论坛感兴趣并表示希望出席，待我们有更多确切消息后，我们将公布出席论坛得奖科学家的最新名单。

这些荣获邵逸夫奖的殿堂级科学家将与来自世界各地的青年科学家于2025年11月5至8日论坛期间进行跨世代、跨文化、跨领域的交流，以启发科学灵感。我们将于全球招募200位青年科学家参与论坛盛事，公开申请将由香港时间2025年1月13日（00:00）开始至2025年3月31日（23:59）结束，欢迎35岁或以下并且就读或研究天文学、生命科学与医学、数学科学或其他相关专业的博士毕业生、博士及硕士研究生与本科生申请，所有申请将通过国际专业科学评审团进行甄选。论坛细节、申请及甄选详情和其他资讯将于稍后公布，请大家密切留意我们的网站和社交媒体。

与此同时，我们亦在筹备「论坛前奏活动」。该活动旨在拓展香港年轻一代科学家的视野，让科研新力军能够互相交流，为他们步入科研之路作准备。为期两天的「论坛前奏活动」将于2025年3月24至25日举行，并将邀请在天文学、生命科学与医学及数学科学三方面的本地学者作科研及个人经验分享，透过对谈分享、研讨会及小组讨论等形式，围绕青年科学家未来科研道路相关的课题，如沟通技巧、科研事业发展和规划等，交流卓越的想法、知识和经验。我们欢迎曾参与首届论坛的青年科学家和论坛大使，以及其他有志于深入科研的博士毕业生、博士及硕士研究生与本科生报名参加。有关活动的更多详情和报名方法将会在我们的网站和社交媒体。

为了进一步提升香港不同年龄层年轻一代对科学及科技领域的认识和兴趣，我们自2021年起举办「探索新视野」活动，截至目前已举办了超过40场的实验室和科研设施参观活动及分享会，为中学生们提供了扩阔眼界及与科研工作者直接互动的机会，让他们了解更多有关追求科研的旅程。活动举办以来，深受本港中学师生欢迎，其中不少学生表示能够亲身参观香港的科研实验室以及与科研人员直接对话是十分难得的机会，亦提高了他们对探索科学知识的兴趣，加强了他们日后加入科研道路的决心。我们非常感谢本地各大学／科研机构的一路以來的支持，并十分高兴地宣布新一年度「探索新视野」将于2025年1至3月举行，期间将安排18节参观实验室的活动，涵盖不同科学领域，请按此了解更多参观详情及资讯，有兴趣参与的本港中学请于1月9日（12:00）前填写线上表格报名。

此外，由我们与香港资优教育学苑和百仁基金组成的「G3联盟」自创办以来，一直致力于发掘年轻创新人才，推动科技与社会需求的深度结合。G3联盟已于今年成功举办了首届「少年创科达人大奖」，获奖的同学们不仅在科学技术领域展现出惊人的创造力和专业知识，更在实践中积极贡献社会，成为青少年的榜样。为进一步帮助获奖者尽展潜能，在自己的才华领域取得更优异的成绩，同时培养他们的创新思维，G3联盟更安排了培育计划给予得奖的「少年创科达人」，其中包括提供在科学、科技、工程、艺术和数学（STEAM）领域成就卓越的导师作亲身指导。这些优秀的「少年创科达人」将获得个性化的指导和培训，学习更多的科研知识，展现创意，并为社会作出贡献。在此，我们感谢每位导师对计划的支持，一同培育新一代创新科技人才。鉴于首届比赛取得圆满成功，大家的热情与期待使我们决定继续举办第二届「少年创科达人大奖」，比赛现正接受报名，报名截止时间为2025年2月10日（17:00），请按此浏览详情。

我们期待大家的积极参与及持续关注，一同在这些丰富多彩的活动中发现更多科学与创新的奇迹。

最后，香港桂冠论坛预祝大家新年进步，身体健康！

科学探究

低场MRI和紧急中风诊断及治疗室 – 急性中风分流和治疗新模式

詹姆斯．韦伯太空望远镜

About the Hong
Kong Laureate
Forum

Welcome to the December 2024 issue of the newsletter of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum!

The preparations for the Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 (the Forum) are in full swing, featuring a diverse array of exciting programmes, including sessions led by Shaw Laureates as speakers. We are honoured to announce that several Shaw Laureates have confirmed their attendance at the Forum, including (listed by discipline and most recent award year):

Michael Perryman (2022 Astronomy)
Steven A Balbus (2013 Astronomy)
Eva Nogales (2023 Life Science and Medicine)
Peter Walter (2014 Life Science and Medicine)

Additionally, several Shaw Laureates have also expressed interest in attending the Forum. Once we have more information about the confirmed participating Shaw Laureates, we will announce the updated list of laureates attending the Forum.

These distinguished world-renowned scientists will join young scientists from around the world for cross-generational, cross-cultural, and interdisciplinary exchanges during the Forum, which is scheduled to be held from 5-8 November 2025, inspiring the development of new scientific ideas. We will select 200 young scientists globally to participate in this prestigious event. The world-wide open application for the Forum will commence on 13 January 2025 (00:00 HKT) until 31 March 2025 (23:59 HKT). We welcome applications from PhD graduates, postgraduate (PhD / Master) students, as well as undergraduate students aged 35 or below who are pursuing studies or research in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, Mathematical Sciences, or other closely related fields. All applications will be reviewed by an international Scientific Review Panel. Further details about the event, application and selection criteria will be announced on our website and social media platforms.

In the meantime, we are organising a “Prelude to the Forum” to broaden the scientific horizons of the young scientists in Hong Kong, allowing them to exchange ideas and prepare for their journey in scientific research. This two-day event will be held from 24-25 March 2025. The event will invite local scholars in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences to share their research and personal experiences. We aim to help young scientists address topics which are crucial to their research career, such as communication skills, career development, and planning, through panel discussions, seminars, and group discussions, where they can exchange invaluable ideas, knowledge and experiences. We welcome the Young Scientists and Forum Ambassadors who have participated in the inaugural Hong Kong Laureate Forum, as well as other PhD graduates, postgraduate and undergraduate students who are eager to pursue a path of scientific research, to register for this event. More details and registration information will be unveiled on our website and social media platforms.

To further enhance the understanding and interest of the young people of different age groups in science and technology, we have been organising the “Exploring New Horizons” series since 2021. So far, we have arranged over 40 laboratory and research facility visits and sharing sessions, providing secondary school students with opportunities to expand their horizons and interact directly with researchers. These events have been highly praised by local secondary school students and teachers, with many students expressing that visiting research labs and interacting directly with scientists have sparked their interest in pursuing careers in research. We greatly appreciate the ongoing support of local universities and research institutes, and we are excited to announce that “Exploring New Horizons 2025” will be held from January to March 2025. During this period, 18 lab visits will be arranged, covering various scientific fields. Check out here to view more details! Interested local secondary schools are encouraged to complete the online form by 9 January 2025 (12:00).

Additionally, the “G3 Alliance”, founded by the HKLF, the Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education, and Centum Charitas Foundation, has been committed to identifying and nurturing young innovative talents while promoting the integration of science and technology with societal needs since its inception. This year, G3 Alliance successfully hosted the inaugural “Young STEAM Talent Award”. The awardees demonstrated impressive creativity and knowledge in science and technology and have actively contributed to society, setting an example for their peers. To further support these talented individuals, G3 Alliance has developed the Nurturing Programme, including mentorship in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) fields from top-tier mentors. These outstanding Young STEAM Talents will receive personalised guidance and training, enabling them to continue learning, developing their creativity, and making contributions to the society. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the mentors for their invaluable support in cultivating the next generation of innovative scientific talent. Given the great success of the inaugural competition, the enthusiasm and anticipation from everyone have empowered us to host the second “Young STEAM Talent Award”. Registration for the competition is now open, and the deadline for submission is 10 February 2025 (17:00). Please click here for more details.

We look forward to your active participation and continued engagement as we explore more scientific and innovative wonders together through these enriching activities!

Lastly, as we are fast approaching 2025, the HKLF wishes everyone a prosperous and healthy new year!

Science News

Low-Field MRI and Emergency Stroke Unit – A Novel Workflow for Acute Stroke Triage and Treatment

James Webb Space Telescope

關於香港桂冠論壇

歡迎大家來到香港桂冠論壇2024年12月份通訊。

香港桂冠論壇2025（下稱「論壇」）的籌備工作正如火如荼地進行，一系列多元且精彩的節目將呈現給各參與者，其中包括由邵逸夫獎得獎者擔任講者的分享環節，我們很榮幸已得到多位確認受邀將親臨論壇，包括（按學科及較近期獲獎年份排列）︰

邁克爾•佩里曼（2022天文學獎）
史蒂芬•拜爾巴斯（2013天文學獎）
伊娃•諾加利斯（2023生命科學與醫學獎）
彼德•瓦爾特（2014生命科學與醫學獎）

還有多位邵逸夫獎得獎者對論壇感興趣並表示希望出席，待我們有更多確切消息後，我們將公佈出席論壇得獎科學家的最新名單。

這些榮獲邵逸夫獎的殿堂級科學家將與來自世界各地的青年科學家於2025年11月5至8日論壇期間進行跨世代、跨文化、跨領域的交流，以啟發科學靈感。我們將於全球招募200位青年科學家參與論壇盛事，公開申請將由香港時間2025年1月13日（00:00）開始至2025年3月31日（23:59）結束，歡迎35歲或以下並且就讀或研究天文學、生命科學與醫學、數學科學或其他相關專業的博士畢業生、博士及碩士研究生與本科生申請，所有申請將通過國際專業科學評審團進行甄選。論壇細節、申請及甄選詳情和其他資訊將於稍後公佈，請大家密切留意我們的網站和社交媒體。

與此同時，我們亦在籌備「論壇前奏活動」。該活動旨在拓展香港年輕一代科學家的視野，讓科研新力軍能夠互相交流，為他們步入科研之路作準備。爲期兩天的「論壇前奏活動」將於2025年3月24至25日舉行，並將邀請在天文學、生命科學與醫學及數學科學三方面的本地學者作科研及個人經驗分享，透過對談分享、研討會及小組討論等形式，圍繞青年科學家未來科研道路相關的課題，如溝通技巧、科研事業發展和規劃等，交流卓越的想法、知識和經驗。我們歡迎曾參與首屆論壇的青年科學家和論壇大使，以及其他有志於深入科研的博士畢業生、博士及碩士研究生與本科生報名參加。有關活動的更多詳情和報名方法將會在我們的網站和社交媒體。

爲了進一步提升香港不同年齡層年輕一代對科學及科技領域的認識和興趣，我們自2021年起舉辦「探索新視野」活動，截至目前已舉辦了超過40場的實驗室和科研設施參觀活動及分享會，為中學生們提供了擴闊眼界及與科研工作者直接互動的機會，讓他們了解更多有關追求科研的旅程。活動舉辦以來，深受本港中學師生歡迎，其中不少學生表示能夠親身參觀香港的科研實驗室以及與科研人員直接對話是十分難得的機會，亦提高了他們對探索科學知識的興趣，加強了他們日後加入科研道路的決心。我們非常感謝本地各大學／科研機構一路以來的支持，並十分高興地宣佈新一年度「探索新視野」將於2025年1至3月舉行，期間將安排18節參觀實驗室的活動，涵蓋不同科學領域，請按此了解更多參觀詳情及資訊，有興趣參與的本港中學請於1月9日（12:00）前填寫線上表格報名。

此外，由我們與香港資優教育學苑和百仁基金組成的「G3聯盟」自創辦以來，一直致力於發掘年輕創新人才，推動科技與社會需求的深度結合。G3聯盟已於今年成功舉辦了首屆「少年創科達人大獎」，獲獎的同學們不僅在科學技術領域展現出驚人的創造力和專業知識，更在實踐中積極貢獻社會，成為青少年的榜樣。為進一步幫助獲獎者盡展潛能，在自己的才華領域取得更優異的成績，同時培養他們的創新思維，G3聯盟更安排了培育計劃給予得獎的「少年創科達人」，其中包括提供在科學、科技、工程、藝術和數學（STEAM）領域成就卓越的導師作親身指導。這些優秀的「少年創科達人」將獲得個性化的指導和培訓，學習更多的科研知識，展現創意，並為社會作出貢獻。在此，我們感謝每位導師對計劃的支持，一同培育新一代創新科技人才。鑒於首屆比賽取得圓滿成功，大家的熱情與期待使我們決定繼續舉辦第二屆「少年創科達人大獎」，比賽現正接受報名，報名截止時間為2025年2月10日（17:00），請按此瀏覽詳情。

我們期待大家的積極參與及持續關注，一同在這些豐富多彩的活動中發現更多科學與創新的奇蹟。

最後，香港桂冠論壇預祝大家新年進步，身體健康！

科學探究

低場MRI和緊急中風診斷及治療室 – 急性中風分流和治療新模式

詹姆斯．韋伯太空望遠鏡

关于香港桂冠论坛

欢迎大家来到香港桂冠论坛2024年12月份通讯。

香港桂冠论坛2025（下称「论坛」）的筹备工作正如火如荼地进行，一系列多元且精彩的节目将呈现给各参与者，其中包括由邵逸夫奖得奖者担任讲者的分享环节，我们很荣幸已得到多位确认受邀将亲临论坛，包括（按学科及较近期获奖年份排列）︰

迈克尔•佩里曼（2022天文学奖）
史蒂芬•拜尔巴斯（2013天文学奖）
伊娃•诺加利斯（2023生命科学与医学奖）
彼德•瓦尔特（2014生命科学与医学奖）

还有多位邵逸夫奖得奖者对论坛感兴趣并表示希望出席，待我们有更多确切消息后，我们将公布出席论坛得奖科学家的最新名单。

这些荣获邵逸夫奖的殿堂级科学家将与来自世界各地的青年科学家于2025年11月5至8日论坛期间进行跨世代、跨文化、跨领域的交流，以启发科学灵感。我们将于全球招募200位青年科学家参与论坛盛事，公开申请将由香港时间2025年1月13日（00:00）开始至2025年3月31日（23:59）结束，欢迎35岁或以下并且就读或研究天文学、生命科学与医学、数学科学或其他相关专业的博士毕业生、博士及硕士研究生与本科生申请，所有申请将通过国际专业科学评审团进行甄选。论坛细节、申请及甄选详情和其他资讯将于稍后公布，请大家密切留意我们的网站和社交媒体。

与此同时，我们亦在筹备「论坛前奏活动」。该活动旨在拓展香港年轻一代科学家的视野，让科研新力军能够互相交流，为他们步入科研之路作准备。为期两天的「论坛前奏活动」将于2025年3月24至25日举行，并将邀请在天文学、生命科学与医学及数学科学三方面的本地学者作科研及个人经验分享，透过对谈分享、研讨会及小组讨论等形式，围绕青年科学家未来科研道路相关的课题，如沟通技巧、科研事业发展和规划等，交流卓越的想法、知识和经验。我们欢迎曾参与首届论坛的青年科学家和论坛大使，以及其他有志于深入科研的博士毕业生、博士及硕士研究生与本科生报名参加。有关活动的更多详情和报名方法将会在我们的网站和社交媒体。

为了进一步提升香港不同年龄层年轻一代对科学及科技领域的认识和兴趣，我们自2021年起举办「探索新视野」活动，截至目前已举办了超过40场的实验室和科研设施参观活动及分享会，为中学生们提供了扩阔眼界及与科研工作者直接互动的机会，让他们了解更多有关追求科研的旅程。活动举办以来，深受本港中学师生欢迎，其中不少学生表示能够亲身参观香港的科研实验室以及与科研人员直接对话是十分难得的机会，亦提高了他们对探索科学知识的兴趣，加强了他们日后加入科研道路的决心。我们非常感谢本地各大学／科研机构的一路以來的支持，并十分高兴地宣布新一年度「探索新视野」将于2025年1至3月举行，期间将安排18节参观实验室的活动，涵盖不同科学领域，请按此了解更多参观详情及资讯，有兴趣参与的本港中学请于1月9日（12:00）前填写线上表格报名。

此外，由我们与香港资优教育学苑和百仁基金组成的「G3联盟」自创办以来，一直致力于发掘年轻创新人才，推动科技与社会需求的深度结合。G3联盟已于今年成功举办了首届「少年创科达人大奖」，获奖的同学们不仅在科学技术领域展现出惊人的创造力和专业知识，更在实践中积极贡献社会，成为青少年的榜样。为进一步帮助获奖者尽展潜能，在自己的才华领域取得更优异的成绩，同时培养他们的创新思维，G3联盟更安排了培育计划给予得奖的「少年创科达人」，其中包括提供在科学、科技、工程、艺术和数学（STEAM）领域成就卓越的导师作亲身指导。这些优秀的「少年创科达人」将获得个性化的指导和培训，学习更多的科研知识，展现创意，并为社会作出贡献。在此，我们感谢每位导师对计划的支持，一同培育新一代创新科技人才。鉴于首届比赛取得圆满成功，大家的热情与期待使我们决定继续举办第二届「少年创科达人大奖」，比赛现正接受报名，报名截止时间为2025年2月10日（17:00），请按此浏览详情。

我们期待大家的积极参与及持续关注，一同在这些丰富多彩的活动中发现更多科学与创新的奇迹。

最后，香港桂冠论坛预祝大家新年进步，身体健康！

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About the Hong
Kong Laureate
Forum

Welcome to the April 2025 issue of the newsletter of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum!

The Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 (Forum 2025) will be held with great prestige at the Hong Kong Science Park from 5 to 8 November this year. We are fully committed to meticulously preparing every detail to ensure an exceptional experience for all participants. It is our distinct privilege to announce that ten Shaw Laureates confirmed their attendance at Forum 2025, including (listed by discipline and most recent award year):

Astronomy
Matthew Bailes (2023)
Michael Perryman (2022)
Simon D M White (2017)
John A Peacock (2014)
Steven A Balbus (2013)

Life Science and Medicine
Eva Nogales (2023)
Kazutoshi Mori (2014)
Peter Walter (2014)

Mathematical Sciences
Nigel J Hitchin (2016)
George Lusztig (2014)

The Shaw Laureates will come to Hong Kong to share their innovative research and insights into the future of scientific advancement. They will also engage in cross-generational, cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary exchanges with the participating young scientists, fostering a vibrant discussion of ideas and perspectives. Seize the opportunity to engage in this thought-provoking forum and valuable networking event! Click here for comprehensive details about Forum 2025 and here to submit your application. Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with world-renowned scientists and expand your horizons!

As a “Prelude to the Forum”, the programme “The Beacons of Research Journey” was successfully held from 24 to 25 March. The two-day programme attracted over 100 participants, including postdocs, PhD graduates, postgraduates and undergraduates in science-related disciplines, as well as the HKLF Alumni – the young scientists and forum ambassadors who participated in the inaugural Forum. The programme featured seminars and panel discussions led by nine renowned scientists, legal professionals, and industry experts from various institutions and organisations. These guest speakers engaged in in-depth exchanges with participants on topics including trends in interdisciplinary research, innovative techniques, career transitions, research funding, team development, and intellectual property.

Prof Timothy Tong, SBS, BBS, JP, Chairman of the Council of Hong Kong Laureate Forum, delivered the welcoming remarks and expressed his pleasure in seeing early-career researchers engaged meaningfully with the keynote speakers during the programme and their scientific research journeys. He emphasised the importance of equipping young scientists with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate their careers beyond their scientific research. Moreover, Ms Michelle Li, JP, Permanent Secretary for Education of the HKSAR Government, served as the guest of honour for the programme, in her remarks, she highlighted that collaboration and exchanges were key to advancing scientific research and innovation in Hong Kong.

Prof Rick Wong, Senior Advisor to the President and Vice-Chancellor and Chair Professor in Chemistry of Hong Kong Baptist University, and Mr Hendrick Sin, Chairman of China Prosperity Capital, were also the guests of honour for the second and third seminars respectively. Prof Rick Wong encouraged young scientists that the pursuit of knowledge was not just a personal endeavour, it was a collective effort that had the power to transform societies and improve lives. Mr Hendrick Sin stressed that intellectual protection (IP) was fundamental to innovative ideas, without IP, these ideas risked being lost, underutilised, or exploited without benefit to its creators.

During the programme, the keynote speakers not only shared their experience and visions, offering new perspectives to participants, but also encouraged them to stay open-minded, humble, and curious about everything around them. A number of participants remarked that the exchanges during the programme indeed had sparked inspiration, contributing to their planning of future research endeavours. Highlights of the programme will be uploaded to our photo gallery, video gallery and YouTube channel. Stay tuned!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the guest speakers for their tremendous support of this programme and their generous sharing during the seminars and panel discussions. They include:

– Prof Raymond Chan, Vice-President (Academics) cum Provost and Lam Man Tsan Chair Professor of Scientific Computing of Lingnan University
– Prof Christopher Chao, Vice-President (Research and Innovation) and Chair Professor of Thermal and Environmental Engineering of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
– Ms Jennifer Che, President and Managing Director of Eagle IP
– Prof Philip Chiu, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Shun Hing Education and Charity Fund Professor of Robotic Surgery of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
– Dr Ricky Chiu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Phase Scientific International Limited
– Prof Dennis Lo, Vice-Chancellor and President, Li Ka Shing Professor of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
– Prof Anderson Shum, Vice-President (Research) and Chair Professor of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering of City University of Hong Kong
– Prof Alice Wong, Associate Vice-President (Research), Interim Director and Chair Professor, School of Biological Sciences of Faculty of Science of The University of Hong Kong, and Member of Research Grants Council
– Mr Kelvin Wong, Director of Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

At last, 14 May 2025 marks the momentous occasion of the HKLF’s sixth anniversary! We extend our sincere appreciation to the individuals and organisations whose unwavering support has been instrumental to our work, as well as to every participant for their exuberant involvement in our events. Together, we look forward to unlocking the endless possibilities of science in the years ahead.

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About the Hong
Kong Laureate
Forum

Welcome to the April 2025 issue of the newsletter of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum!

The Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2025 (Forum 2025) will be held with great prestige at the Hong Kong Science Park from 5 to 8 November this year. We are fully committed to meticulously preparing every detail to ensure an exceptional experience for all participants. It is our distinct privilege to announce that ten Shaw Laureates confirmed their attendance at Forum 2025, including (listed by discipline and most recent award year):

Astronomy
Matthew Bailes (2023)
Michael Perryman (2022)
Simon D M White (2017)
John A Peacock (2014)
Steven A Balbus (2013)

Life Science and Medicine
Eva Nogales (2023)
Kazutoshi Mori (2014)
Peter Walter (2014)

Mathematical Sciences
Nigel J Hitchin (2016)
George Lusztig (2014)

The Shaw Laureates will come to Hong Kong to share their innovative research and insights into the future of scientific advancement. They will also engage in cross-generational, cross-cultural and cross-disciplinary exchanges with the participating young scientists, fostering a vibrant discussion of ideas and perspectives. Seize the opportunity to engage in this thought-provoking forum and valuable networking event! Click here for comprehensive details about Forum 2025 and here to submit your application. Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with world-renowned scientists and expand your horizons!

As a “Prelude to the Forum”, the programme “The Beacons of Research Journey” was successfully held from 24 to 25 March. The two-day programme attracted over 100 participants, including postdocs, PhD graduates, postgraduates and undergraduates in science-related disciplines, as well as the HKLF Alumni – the young scientists and forum ambassadors who participated in the inaugural Forum. The programme featured seminars and panel discussions led by nine renowned scientists, legal professionals, and industry experts from various institutions and organisations. These guest speakers engaged in in-depth exchanges with participants on topics including trends in interdisciplinary research, innovative techniques, career transitions, research funding, team development, and intellectual property.

Prof Timothy Tong, SBS, BBS, JP, Chairman of the Council of Hong Kong Laureate Forum, delivered the welcoming remarks and expressed his pleasure in seeing early-career researchers engaged meaningfully with the keynote speakers during the programme and their scientific research journeys. He emphasised the importance of equipping young scientists with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate their careers beyond their scientific research. Moreover, Ms Michelle Li, JP, Permanent Secretary for Education of the HKSAR Government, served as the guest of honour for the programme, in her remarks, she highlighted that collaboration and exchanges were key to advancing scientific research and innovation in Hong Kong.

Prof Rick Wong, Senior Advisor to the President and Vice-Chancellor and Chair Professor in Chemistry of Hong Kong Baptist University, and Mr Hendrick Sin, Chairman of China Prosperity Capital, were also the guests of honour for the second and third seminars respectively. Prof Rick Wong encouraged young scientists that the pursuit of knowledge was not just a personal endeavour, it was a collective effort that had the power to transform societies and improve lives. Mr Hendrick Sin stressed that intellectual protection (IP) was fundamental to innovative ideas, without IP, these ideas risked being lost, underutilised, or exploited without benefit to its creators.

During the programme, the keynote speakers not only shared their experience and visions, offering new perspectives to participants, but also encouraged them to stay open-minded, humble, and curious about everything around them. A number of participants remarked that the exchanges during the programme indeed had sparked inspiration, contributing to their planning of future research endeavours. Highlights of the programme will be uploaded to our photo gallery, video gallery and YouTube channel. Stay tuned!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the guest speakers for their tremendous support of this programme and their generous sharing during the seminars and panel discussions. They include:

– Prof Raymond Chan, Vice-President (Academics) cum Provost and Lam Man Tsan Chair Professor of Scientific Computing of Lingnan University
– Prof Christopher Chao, Vice-President (Research and Innovation) and Chair Professor of Thermal and Environmental Engineering of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
– Ms Jennifer Che, President and Managing Director of Eagle IP
– Prof Philip Chiu, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Shun Hing Education and Charity Fund Professor of Robotic Surgery of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
– Dr Ricky Chiu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Phase Scientific International Limited
– Prof Dennis Lo, Vice-Chancellor and President, Li Ka Shing Professor of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong
– Prof Anderson Shum, Vice-President (Research) and Chair Professor of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering of City University of Hong Kong
– Prof Alice Wong, Associate Vice-President (Research), Interim Director and Chair Professor, School of Biological Sciences of Faculty of Science of The University of Hong Kong, and Member of Research Grants Council
– Mr Kelvin Wong, Director of Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

At last, 14 May 2025 marks the momentous occasion of the HKLF’s sixth anniversary! We extend our sincere appreciation to the individuals and organisations whose unwavering support has been instrumental to our work, as well as to every participant for their exuberant involvement in our events. Together, we look forward to unlocking the endless possibilities of science in the years ahead.

Science News

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Getting Rid of Glasses: A Beginner’s Guide to Contact Lenses