Croucher News

April 2025

The broken chain: poor sleep disrupts brain's regular self-maintenance 30 April 2025

Poor sleep impairs the brain's waste-clearing mechanism, potentially increasing risks of cognitive decline, Hong Kong researchers have found.

Possible signs of life on another world? 29 April 2025

Researchers find Earth-like chemical patterns on remote planet, but caution against premature conclusions about life signs.

Reforestation potential for the metropolis 28 April 2025

Ecologists identify 2,000 hectares of degraded hillsides for forest restoration, offering carbon storage, flood control and biodiversity benefits for Hong Kong.

The changing world of diabetes 25 April 2025

Research reveals how genetics and lifestyle factors influence diabetes treatment effectiveness, enabling doctors to customise therapeutic approaches for individual patients.

Adaptive brain interface shows improved efficiency 24 April 2025

Scientists develop efficient brain interface using a memristor chip, achieving faster signal processing and improved accuracy for controlling external devices.

New AI system advances cancer cell analysis 23 April 2025

Hong Kong researchers develop AI-driven microscopy system that analyses cancer cells without fluorescent staining, cutting diagnostic costs while maintaining accuracy and speed.

Floating a nature-based solution 21 April 2025

Floating wetlands—artificial platforms planted with vegetation—could provide a sustainable solution for Hong Kong's urban water management while creating new habitats for wildlife.

Single-system ion detection method advances chemical sensing 17 April 2025

New molecular system using rotaxanes enables detection of both positive and negative ions through single binding sites.

Nitrogen plays key role in atmospheric light absorption, Hong Kong led study finds 16 April 2025

Hong Kong-led research suggests nitrogen compounds, not carbon, dominate how atmospheric particles absorb sunlight, challenging established climate modelling approaches.

Otter studies reveal the need for protection 14 April 2025

Study of 131 year historical data shows Hong Kong's Eurasian otters face local extinction without urgent habitat protection

Quantum holograms and the second quantum revolution 11 April 2025

Professor Jensen Li's team combines quantum mechanics with ultra-thin engineered surfaces to create holograms, creating potential for advanced information security.

New technology from Hong Kong could lead to eco-friendly air conditioning 10 April 2025

The new device can cool a room within 15 minutes while producing zero direct emissions, unlike conventional air conditioners that depend on climate-damaging refrigerants.

New magnetic material design enables precise shape change for medical devices 9 April 2025

The new technology allows researchers to programme magnetic materials to conform to internal body surfaces and could improve medical treatment delivery.

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The Smart Wetland project 7 April 2025

Funded by the government’s Countryside Conservation Funding Scheme, WWF-Hong Kong is introducing ultrasonic sensors to monitor the water levels of the gei wai in real time.

New method boosts drug solubility, improving efficacy and accessibility 4 April 2025

The technique is applicable to a broad range of drugs, scalable for mass production, and uses biocompatible materials.

New study reveals patterns in African urban development 3 April 2025

New research from Hong Kong reveals that African urban development is following patterns that differ from Western countries.

New computational tool tracks complex cellular development pathways 2 April 2025

This new technology, developed in Hong Kong, could help in the study of embryonic development, tissue regeneration, and disease progression.

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