Joining instructions

Pre-event reading 

It would be useful to read the personal page with research description of the speakers before you arrive: 

• Liangyi Chen, Boya Distinguished Professor, Institute of Molecular Medicine, Peking University https://future.pku.edu.cn/en/js/Faculty/InstituteMedicine/e215c13603434680a6f6c313a48f71f9.htm
• Xi Chen, Associate Professor, Department of Systems Biology, School of Life Science, Southern University of Science and Technology https://xichenlab.com
• Liang Gao, Founder & CEO, Floreo Scientific Limited https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ZiwGy7QAAAAJ&hl=en
• Richard Gilbertson, Li Ka Shing Chair and Head, Department of Oncology, University of Cambridge https://crukcambridgecentre.org.uk/users/richardgilbertson69100253
• Yuanhua Huang, Assistant Professor, School of Biomedical Sciences & Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, The University of Hong Kong https://www.sbms.hku.hk/staff/yuanhua-huang
• Shafagh Waters, Senior Lecturer, School of Medical Sciences, University of New South Wales https://www.unsw.edu.au/staff/shafagh-waters

Joanna Wysocka, Professor, Lorry Lokey Professor of Chemical and Systems Biology and of Developmental Biology, School of Medicine, Stanford University https://profiles.stanford.edu/joanna-wysocka 

Technical requirements

• Other than a laptop and a phone, there is no equipment that you need to bring.

• You are responsible for arranging your accommodation in Hong Kong. Here is a link to the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s accommodation website.
• Hotel near the campus that might be convenient: Le Meridien Hong Kong Cyberport, JEN Hong Kong, Courtyard By Marriott Hong Kong
• Please see the full programme https://projects.croucher.org.hk/advanced-study-institutes/human-biology-at-single-cell-resolution/programme for details on which meals will be included.

For information on weather, currency, electricity and voltage, what to pack and some general tips for planning your trip to Hong Kong, see here.

• For information on arriving at the Hong Kong International Airport, see here.
• For information on transport from the Hong Kong International Airport, see here.
• For information on getting to the University of Hong Kong, see here.
• For information on getting around Hong Kong, see here. 
• For information on Octopus cards, the usual way to pay for public transportation in Hong Kong, see here.
• For general information about visiting Hong Kong, visit the Hong Kong Tourism Board website.

Hong Kong International Airport

• For information on mobility assistance at the Hong Kong International Airport, see here.
• HKU strives to provide and maintain an accessible environment in our campuses for all persons with specific physical needs. All new buildings and facilities in campus were built in strict accordance with relevant statutory accessibility requirements. Also, from time to time, the Estates Office carries out renovation and upgrading works to the existing buildings to improve their accessibility. Please learn more campus accessibility information here https://www.estates.hku.hk/campus-information/campus-accessibility. 

Please refer to the details below for on-site registration and name badge collection:

• Time: 09:00 - 09:30 on 12 November 2024
• Venue: Boardroom, 1/F, Daniel & Mayce Yu Administration Wing, 21 Sassoon Road, Pokfulam

• The course will open with a brief ceremony at 9:30 on Tuesday 12 November.
• Please note that the course ends at 17:00 on Friday 15 November.
• Please arrange your travel to and from Hong Kong to enable you to attend the entire course.

• Engage actively: Participate in discussions, ask questions, and engage with speakers and fellow participants to deepen your understanding.
• Network: Take advantage of networking opportunities to build relationships with other postdoc scientists and experts in the field.
• Prepare in advance: Complete any pre-event reading and familiarise yourself with the technical requirements to ensure you're ready to participate fully.
• Take notes: Keep detailed notes during sessions to help you remember key points and ideas for later reference.
• Follow up: After the event, follow up with new contacts and review your notes to reinforce what you've learned.
• Stay open-minded: Be open to new ideas and approaches, and be willing to step out of your comfort zone to explore new concepts.
• Balance learning and rest: Make sure to balance intensive learning sessions with adequate rest to maintain your energy and focus throughout the course.

• Event coordinators:
  • Veronica Kwok (veronkpy@hku.hk; +852 3917 9515)
  • Crystal Chan (cytc@hku.hk; +852 3917 6830) 
  • Gary Yip (yipgary@hku.hk; 3917 9216)
• Hong Kong Police: 999
• Campus security: +852 2358 6565

• Useful links for visiting Hong Kong:
  • Iconic Hong Kong experiences
  • What’s on in Hong Kong
  • The best of Hong Kong's attractions