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PolyU hosts the Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics attracting over 500 global scholars and industry professionals

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics (GSCS & ICUI 2023), organised by the International Society for Urban Informatics (ISUI) and the PolyU Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI), commenced today.

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  • HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics (GSCS & ICUI 2023), organised by the International Society for Urban Informatics (ISUI) and the PolyU Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI), commenced today.
  • This three-day conference has attracted over 500 participants globally and over 230 speakers will share their insights and research on urban informatics and smart cities.
  • It provides an excellent platform for exchanging information about state-of-the-art technologies and innovations in smart cities and urban informatics.
  • The Outstanding Achievement Award in Urban Informatics honours world-renowned scholars in recognition of their significant contributions to the field of Urban Informatics.

PolyU hosts the Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics attracting over 500 global scholars and industry professionals

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Monday, August 21, 2023
Urban informatics, Informatics, Government of Hong Kong, Golden Joystick Awards, SCRI, Interdisciplinarity, Policy, HKSAR, Innovation, Research, Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau, Government, The Sun, Information Systems International Conference, Polytechnic, ICUI, GSCS, Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, City, Conference, International Society, Index

HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics (GSCS & ICUI 2023), organised by the International Society for Urban Informatics (ISUI) and the PolyU Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI), commenced today.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Smart Cities Summit cum the 3rd International Conference on Urban Informatics (GSCS & ICUI 2023), organised by the International Society for Urban Informatics (ISUI) and the PolyU Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Smart Cities Research Institute (SCRI), commenced today.
  • This three-day conference has attracted over 500 participants globally and over 230 speakers will share their insights and research on urban informatics and smart cities.
  • It provides an excellent platform for exchanging information about state-of-the-art technologies and innovations in smart cities and urban informatics.
  • The Outstanding Achievement Award in Urban Informatics honours world-renowned scholars in recognition of their significant contributions to the field of Urban Informatics.

Fashion X AI: Uncover the Secrets of AI and Design in AiDLab's Cutting-edge MOOC

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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This comprehensive course, which seamlessly merges AI and fashion design, aims to foster the marriage of creative vision and cutting-edge technology within the industry.

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  • This comprehensive course, which seamlessly merges AI and fashion design, aims to foster the marriage of creative vision and cutting-edge technology within the industry.
  • Throughout this online course, our esteemed instructors will share their extensive experience in the field of AI and fashion design, guiding participants to grasp the fundamental knowledge of AI in the context of fashion innovation.
  • This course welcomes individuals with no prior experience in fashion design or technology, allowing them to gain a solid foundation in the fashion industry and its innovative practices.
  • Our mission is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the field of AI and design, applying technology to fashion design and innovation.

Healthcare Week boon for medical industry

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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Two flagship events attract global healthcare elites, affirming confidence for Hong Kong's stronger role in the medical and healthcare sector in the region

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  • Two flagship events attract global healthcare elites, affirming confidence for Hong Kong's stronger role in the medical and healthcare sector in the region
    HONG KONG, May 18, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Global healthcare sector leaders streamed into Hong Kong for the second International Healthcare Week, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).
  • "The strong support from the healthcare industry for the Healthcare Week is overwhelming.
  • It has created synergies for medical and healthcare industry professionals and unleashed Hong Kong's strengths in upstream and downstream healthcare industries, Hong Kong is ready to play a bigger role in the medical and healthcare fields in the region," Dr Lam added.
  • A number of content-rich events, including the highly anticipated HKMHDIA Medical Fair Forum, were held during the Medical Fair with keen participation from industry professionals.

Study by Hong Kong PolyU Reveals U.S. Manufacturers' Operations Suffered in U.S.-China Trade War

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has conducted a collaborative study exploring the intricate effects of the U.S.-China trade war on U.S. firms.

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  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has conducted a collaborative study exploring the intricate effects of the U.S.-China trade war on U.S. firms.
  • Scholars from Hong Kong, Australia, and the USA examined the complexities of outsourcing and supply base, challenging prevailing business strategies.
  • U.S. firms with supply partners in China have borne the brunt of the trade war, suffering worse performance in inventory efficiency and profitability.
  • The team's comprehensive examination of the U.S.-China trade war adds depth to the understanding of geopolitical risks.

PolyU awarded RGC Strategic Topics Grant to address societal needs in mental healthcare

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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HONG KONG, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received funding support from the Strategic Topics Grant (STG) 2023/24 of the Research Grants Council (RGC) for a health technology project aimed at promoting a new paradigm shift with creation of an integrated solution to address urgent mental healthcare needs.

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  • HONG KONG, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received funding support from the Strategic Topics Grant (STG) 2023/24 of the Research Grants Council (RGC) for a health technology project aimed at promoting a new paradigm shift with creation of an integrated solution to address urgent mental healthcare needs.
  • The project has been funded under the STG topic of using AI to address imminent challenges in healthcare, proposing an AI-based, data-driven approach to diagnosis and personalised therapy.
  • PolyU has been working with various sectors to provide solutions to societal challenges.
  • The ceiling of project cost per project to be awarded by the RGC is $40 million (excluding on-costs).

PolyU awarded RGC Strategic Topics Grant to address societal needs in mental healthcare

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
Mainland China, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Prevalence, Schizophrenia, Genomics, Emergency service response codes, University Grants Committee (Hong Kong), RGC, STG, Bioinformatics, Research, Department of Computer Science of TU Darmstadt, DSM-IV codes, Medicine, XAI, Patient, Polytechnic, Responsible Research and Innovation, MPD, Biology, Artificial intelligence, Diagnosis, Integration, Biomedical technology, Bipolar disorder, Integrated Genome Browser, Nursing, Pharmaceutical industry, Medical device, Informatics

HONG KONG, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received funding support from the Strategic Topics Grant (STG) 2023/24 of the Research Grants Council (RGC) for a health technology project aimed at promoting a new paradigm shift with creation of an integrated solution to address urgent mental healthcare needs.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has received funding support from the Strategic Topics Grant (STG) 2023/24 of the Research Grants Council (RGC) for a health technology project aimed at promoting a new paradigm shift with creation of an integrated solution to address urgent mental healthcare needs.
  • The project has been funded under the STG topic of using AI to address imminent challenges in healthcare, proposing an AI-based, data-driven approach to diagnosis and personalised therapy.
  • PolyU has been working with various sectors to provide solutions to societal challenges.
  • The ceiling of project cost per project to be awarded by the RGC is $40 million (excluding on-costs).

ASU launches new W. P. Carey School of Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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TEMPE, Ariz., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a university-wide focus and expansion on ASU's West campus, the W. P. Carey School of Business is launching a new academic unit — the W. P. Carey School of Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE). The new interdisciplinary school houses both undergraduate and graduate degree offerings, several research and activity centers, and faculty from a range of disciplines.

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  • The new interdisciplinary school houses both undergraduate and graduate degree offerings, several research and activity centers, and faculty from a range of disciplines.
  • "The new TIE school represents our commitment to the West Valley community and the burgeoning opportunities available to both ASU and businesses there," says W. P. Carey Dean Ohad Kadan.
  • "When we all work together to invest and innovate, it's amazing to see the impact on students, business, and the community."
  • New undergraduate degrees at the school include a Bachelor of Arts in applied business and technology solutions and a Bachelor of Arts in entrepreneurial leadership.

Stellantis to Invest in a New ‘grEEn-campus’ in Mirafiori, Italy

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Monday, July 3, 2023
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Mirafiori is the next Stellantis site in the first phase of the program, joining facilities in Poissy, France, and Rüsselsheim, Germany.

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  • Mirafiori is the next Stellantis site in the first phase of the program, joining facilities in Poissy, France, and Rüsselsheim, Germany.
  • The transformation program directly supports Stellantis’ carbon net zero by 2038 target outlined in the Dare Forward 2030 strategy.
  • Stellantis grEEn-campuses are located in core countries where Stellantis has a rich history.
  • The dedicated operation will enable the expansion of Stellantis’ current activities and support its “cradle-to-cradle” business model in Europe.

Canada Life announces support for new mentorship program for Indigenous learners at Red River College Polytechnic

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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WINNIPEG, MB, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ -  Today, Canada Life announced a $500,000 investment in Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech).

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, June 29, 2023 /CNW/ -  Today, Canada Life announced a $500,000 investment in Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech).
  • This new support will assist RRC Polytech as they create an Indigenous-led student mentorship program, to be offered across all RRC Polytech programs and campuses.
  • This new program will provide support and guidance for Indigenous learners as they navigate post-secondary experiences and early employment.
  • "Canada Life is proud to support RRC Polytech's new mentorship program for Indigenous learners," said Brian Bowman, Vice-President, Sustainability and Social Impact.