Croucher News

June 2025

eDNA reveals secrets of the deep 30 June 2025

Environmental DNA technology allows Hong Kong researchers to identify marine species in difficult-to-access waters, enhancing biodiversity monitoring and conservation assessment capabilities.

Scientists complete decade-long genome project for Hong Kong's floral emblem 30 June 2025

Hong Kong researchers decode Bauhinia × blakeana's complete genome, confirming hybrid origins and explaining the sterile orchid tree's unique flowering characteristics.

Nine young researchers from Hong Kong to meet Nobel laureates at Lindau 27 June 2025

We asked the young researchers about their expectations of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Hong Kong physicists tackle quantum mystery 26 June 2025

Researchers identify crucial parameter threshold that distinguishes between abrupt and continuous quantum phase transitions, advancing understanding of longstanding theoretical debate.

Layers of efficiency 25 June 2025

A collaboration between the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the Hong Kong Polytechnic University aims to address a persistent challenge in solar cell technology.

Decoding the character traits of AI 24 June 2025

Researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic University develop a system to measure AI personalities through language.

Monitoring biodiversity through eDNA 23 June 2025

Use of eDNA monitoring set to become more widely used in Hong Kong as benefits become apparent.

New “molecular scaffolds” could support development of new pharmaceuticals 20 June 2025

Hong Kong scientists create previously inaccessible four-membered boron rings that could advance drug development and electronic materials.

New research reveals universal patterns in urban population movement 18 June 2025

Mathematical patterns show how urban populations move, offering new tools for city planning and service delivery.

New study maps global stages in development of inflammatory bowel disease 17 June 2025

Study of 80 regions maps inflammatory bowel disease progression from emergence to equilibrium, helping healthcare systems prepare for future challenges.

Engineering new homes for marine life 16 June 2025

Shorelines engineered in Hong Kong are showing promise as replacements for natural habitats displaced by land reclamation.

Tackling the global challenge of textile waste 13 June 2025

Oxford quantum scientist develops AI-powered scanners to identify fabric types, reshaping textile recycling possibilities across 45 countries.

Researchers develop new tool to combat antibiotic resistance 12 June 2025

New computational tool Argo analyses longer segments of bacterial DNA to track antibiotic resistance genes, improving environmental monitoring capabilities.

New insights reveal early stages of stomach cancer development 11 June 2025

Stomach cancer is the 5th most common cancer worldwide, and its prevalence is especially high in East Asia.

Welcome, Croucher Class of 2025! 10 June 2025

This year’s awardees are carrying out research in a wide range of fields, from life sciences to astronomy and from mathematics to engineering.

Intense shipping activity disturbs Hong Kong marine life 9 June 2025

Research shows 6,000 daily vessels in Greater Bay Area leave minimal safe space for endangered species, including dolphins and porpoises.

Analysis reveals complex causes for dolphin decline 9 June 2025

Research identifies five key factors, including land reclamation and marine traffic, behind Hong Kong's dwindling Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin population.

Text-to-cookie: Scientists simplify custom food printing 6 June 2025

The innovation combines simultaneous infrared heating with the printing to prepare the food in one single step.

Croucher Science Week grows to meet Hong Kong's appetite for science 5 June 2025

This year’s event ran over two weekends with a record number of shows.

Building muscle strength may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes, study finds. 4 June 2025

The findings indicate the possible benefit of incorporating muscle-strengthening exercises into public health guidelines for T2D prevention, particularly for middle-aged and older adults.

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