World-Renowned Catalysis Innovator Professor Yong Wang Joins HKU
We are proud to announce the appointment of Professor Yong Wang as Chair Professor
...Discovering Materials ・ Powering the Future
Establishment of the Department of Materials and Energy: Advancing Sustainable Innovation
...Developing Future Leaders Through Learning
Fostering student learning and development through innovation, research and real-world engagement
...Collaborating Worldwide to Shape the Future
Advancing research and technology through partnerships with industry and institutions worldwide
...HKU Leads in 2026 QS World University Rankings
HKU solidifies its status as a top global and local university, renowned for excellence and impact
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Establishment of the Department of Materials and Energy: Discovering Materials and Powering the Future
The Department of Materials and Energy (M&E), established in 2026 under the Faculty of Engineering, is dedicated to advancing education, research, and innovation in materials, energy and advanced manufacturing to drive innovation, advance sustainability, and tackle global challenges through research and education…
World-Renowned Catalysis Innovator Professor Yong Wang Joins HKU
HKU’s Back-to-Back Victory at Robocon Hong Kong 2026
Reaffirming Our Elite Global Standing
HKU Scales New Heights in 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities
HKU Maintains Global Excellence in Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings 2026
William Mong Distinguished Lecture cum Workshop “Magnetic Resonance Imaging Frontiers in Science and Medicine”
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Energy Materials
AI for Materials
Advanced Manufacturing
Semiconductor & Electronic Materials
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