New computational tool Argo analyses longer segments of bacterial DNA to track antibiotic resistance genes, improving environmental monitoring capabilities.
Stomach cancer is the 5th most common cancer worldwide, and its prevalence is especially high in East Asia.
This year’s awardees are carrying out research in a wide range of fields, from life sciences to astronomy and from mathematics to engineering.
Research shows 6,000 daily vessels in Greater Bay Area leave minimal safe space for endangered species, including dolphins and porpoises.
Research identifies five key factors, including land reclamation and marine traffic, behind Hong Kong's dwindling Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin population.
The innovation combines simultaneous infrared heating with the printing to prepare the food in one single step.
This year’s event ran over two weekends with a record number of shows.
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.
Scientists identify an overactive enzyme in brain cells that could be targeted to treat Huntington's disease, an incurable inherited disorder.
Long-term study tracks Hong Kong's intertidal ecosystems, from boulder-dwelling creatures to crab behaviour, establishing crucial environmental baseline.
A new documentary aims to raise public awareness as to why restoration of oyster reefs is crucial for the city’s environmental resilience and sustainability.
Oyster reefs provide particularly strong ecosystem services that include enhancing biodiversity and cleaning water through their filtration. Croucher News looks at efforts to save them in Hong Kong.
New findings suggest that clouds may amplify the greenhouse effect by 71% more than previously estimated.
Scientists demonstrate electrochemical method to switch tungsten disulphide nanosheets between semiconducting and semi-metallic states, furthering smart sensor development and wearable electronics.
Their decline can disrupt natural predator-prey relationships, potentially allowing disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes to flourish while beneficial species dwindle.
Dr Man Hoi Lee reveals how planetary systems, including the remarkable nu Octantis, perform complex and unexpected celestial choreography.
Hong Kong researchers create miniature bladder tumours in the laboratory, allowing doctors to test treatments before administering them to patients.
Hong Kong researchers have developed a new brain injury model where genetic manipulation helped halve recovery time in nerve repair studies.
Hong Kong researchers use magnetic topological insulators to reduce the distance between quantum processors and control systems from metres to centimetres, potentially improving processing speed and efficiency.
Hong Kong researchers build comprehensive marine species databases, combining scientific surveys and citizen observations to guide future conservation strategies.
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