Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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OpenVeinNet advances finger vein verification with novel convolution and graph learning
Researchers have developed OpenVeinNet, a novel framework for robust finger vein verification, particularly effective in open-set scenarios where unseen identities must be rejected. The system integrates Dynamic Snake C…
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Hong Kong physiotherapists face job crunch amid oversupply and budget cuts
Hong Kong's physiotherapy sector is experiencing a significant job crunch due to a combination of oversupply of practitioners and government budget cuts. The Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association notes that competition ha…
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Hong Kong launches Northern Metropolis University Town to boost global academic ties
Hong Kong is developing a large-scale university town in its Northern Metropolis, aiming to bolster its global standing and redefine higher education's role. This ambitious project, spanning over 1,000 hectares, is desi…
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Hong Kong funds HK$478M in university research, prioritizing AI
Hong Kong's Research Grants Council has allocated HK$478 million to fund 12 university research projects, with a significant portion dedicated to artificial intelligence. The funding, distributed through the Areas of Ex…
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Indium-Free Layer Boosts Tandem Solar Cell Efficiency and Stability
Researchers have developed a novel indium-free composite layer for tandem solar cells, utilizing a molecular bridge to connect perovskite and silicon layers. This innovation aims to overcome previous limitations in effi…
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New ILACS-BGOT method enhances palm-vein recognition accuracy
Researchers have developed a new method called ILACS-BGOT to improve the accuracy of palm-vein recognition systems. This technique enhances contrast in palm-vein images, which are often degraded by scattering and sensor…
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New method enhances CNNs for periocular recognition using orientation features
Researchers have developed a method to enhance Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for periocular recognition by incorporating Complex Structure Tensors. These tensors provide compact orientation features, which, when …
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PolyUQuest framework enhances RAG with heterogeneous graphs for verifiable answers
Researchers have developed PolyUQuest, a novel retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) framework that leverages heterogeneous graphs to enhance web page understanding. Unlike traditional RAG systems that treat web pages as…
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Former PolyU student arrested for submitting fake academic documents
A former student of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University has been arrested for allegedly submitting forged academic documents. The 22-year-old, who was previously dismissed from an electrical engineering program due to …
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Google DeepMind Director Cao Liangliang Returns to Hong Kong
Cao Liangliang, a former director at Google DeepMind and architect of AI systems at major tech companies, has returned to Hong Kong after a 20-year absence. He previously worked at CUHK's MMLab, a hub for AI talent, and…
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Experts cite systemic policy failures in Wang Fuk Court fire
Experts have identified systemic policy failures as the cause of the Wang Fuk Court fire, which occurred last year. Professors from Polytechnic University noted that existing building regulations primarily address inter…
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Wang Fuk Court fire inquiry hears of exceptional scale and contributing factors
A public inquiry into the Wang Fuk Court fire, which killed 168 people, heard that the blaze was not unique in its cause but exceptional in its scale. Experts testified that factors such as non-fire-retardant scaffoldin…
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Hong Kong fire inquiry hears expert testimony on blaze's rapid spread
An inquiry into a deadly Hong Kong fire is hearing expert testimony on the factors that contributed to its rapid spread. Experts are expected to discuss substandard renovation materials, design flaws, and the potential …
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China launches world's first wind-powered underwater data center
China has launched the world's first wind-powered underwater data center near Shanghai, a significant step in its strategy to support AI growth with sustainable energy. This facility, a collaboration between HiCloud Tec…
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Hong Kong court jails four for 2019 Polytechnic University riots
Four men have been sentenced to up to 37 months in prison for rioting during the 2019 anti-government protests at Hong Kong's Polytechnic University. The court reduced sentences for guilty pleas and the significant dela…
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Hong Kong universities gain from Western academic woes, says scholar
Western countries' xenophobic rhetoric and financial difficulties are creating significant opportunities for higher education in Hong Kong and Eurasia. Waqar Ahmad, president of Nazarbayev University, stated that the US…
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Hong Kong Universities Forge Research Ties with Kazakhstan's Nazarbayev University
Hong Kong's Education University and Polytechnic University have established new research and exchange partnerships with Nazarbayev University in Kazakhstan. These agreements were formalized during a visit by Hong Kong …
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PolyU Business celebrates 30 years of DBA, discusses AI's impact
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Faculty of Business celebrated the 30th anniversary of its Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program. The event brought together over 400 academic and industry leaders to dis…
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Four admit rioting at 2019 Hong Kong university siege
Four young men have pleaded guilty to rioting charges stemming from the 2019 siege of Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The defense lawyer for one defendant stated that his client developed PTSD after being tortured in …
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Canvas learning platform breach exposes 72,000+ in Hong Kong
A global data breach affecting the Canvas learning platform has compromised the personal information of over 72,000 individuals in Hong Kong. Seven local educational institutions, including major universities like HKUST…