Croucher News

December 2024

Hong Kong researchers develop multi-frequency antenna system 27 December 2024

The key to this innovation is an engineered surface consisting of subwavelength structures that can control electromagnetic waves, called a metasurface.

New microbiome test shows promise for bowel disease diagnosis 23 December 2024

The new test, developed at the Chinese University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Medicine, has an accuracy of around 90% in distinguishing IBD from other bowel conditions.

Local researchers show link between type 2 diabetes and lower viral immunity 20 December 2024

The new study uncovered how high blood glucose levels interfere with the immune system, explaining why diabetic patients often experience more severe viral infections.

Dr Apple Chui wins Falling Walls Award 2024 17 December 2024

Dr Chui founded her Coral Academy in 2018, reaching 60 schools and over 30,000 students in Hong Kong.

Do animals in the wild have friends? 17 December 2024

The team found that water buffaloes with similar behavioural traits were more likely to spend time together, suggesting that personality compatibility plays a role in shaping social connections within the herd.

From the far side of the moon 12 December 2024

An interview with the Director of Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations, Professor Kai-leung Yung.

Where did life begin? 10 December 2024

A new study has shown that the extreme conditions of the Earth’s interior could naturally produce hundreds of organic compounds, including molecules essential for life.

Award ceremony held in Hong Kong 8 December 2024

32 students and academics were recognised with Croucher awards for their scientific achievements. The event marked the 45th anniversary of the establishment of the Croucher Foundation.

Chinese Academy of Sciences and Croucher sign new agreement 5 December 2024

It’s forty years since the first agreement between the two organisations was signed in Beijing.

Seeing the light 1 December 2024

A research team led by the University of Hong Kong reveals crucial insights into improving the efficiency of organic photovoltaic materials, which could lead to higher performance solar devices.

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