Overview
The speakers will talk about the lives and contributions of the late Prof. George SMOOT (IAS Professor-at-Large) and the late Prof. Chen-Ning YANG (Founding Chair, International Advisory Board of IAS) as scientists, and share anecdotes about their personal encounters with the two distinguished educators.
From CMB to Dark Matter - The Legacy of Prof. George Smoot (Speaker: Prof. Tao LIU)
This talk commemorates Prof. George Smoot and his pivotal contributions to Modern Precision Cosmology, particularly his groundbreaking work on the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) radiation, which provided crucial evidence for the Big Bang theory. The talk will also highlight his impactful time at HKUST, where he made significant contributions to advancing dark matter research.
This talk serves to honor Prof. Smoot's legacy and reflect on how his work continues to influence our understanding of the universe's evolution and the fundamental nature of dark matter.
Introduction to Parity Violation and Yang-Mills Fields (Speaker: Prof. Yi WANG)
This talk commemorates Prof. Chen-Ning Yang and introduces two of his significant contributions in non-technical terms: (1) Parity nonconservation — the fundamental and profound distinction between left and right, and (2) Yang-Mills field — the framework for fundamental forces in nature.
The tree planting ceremony will be held at 12:00 pm.
Kaisa Group Lecture Theater (IAS LT), Lo Ka Chung Building, Lee Shau Kee Campus, HKUST
Harmony Hub for Female Carers 婦女Comfort鬆
The Salvation Army Shamshuipo Family Support Networking Team is launching activities to provide grassroots women a refreshing space through relaxing and skill-focused gatherings, and they are seeking volunteers for an upcoming Coffee Workshop and Aroma Workshop. Volunteers will assist with venue setup, logistics and engage in friendly conversations to foster connection among participants. Join us in spreading warmth and care through the comforting coffee and aromas!
救世軍深水埗家庭支援網絡隊推出一系列活動，為基層婦女提供一個輕鬆自在的空間，讓她們在忙碌的生活中放鬆身心，學習新知識及擴闊社交圈子。現正招募義工為當中的咖啡和香水工作坊佈置場地﹑協助活動並與參加者交流。成為我們的義工，一起透過咖啡和香氣傳遞溫暖與關懷！
Briefing:
(1) Coffee Workshop
Date: 3 Nov 2025 (Mon)
Time: 6 – 7pm
Venue: HKUST Campus
(2) Aroma Workshop
Date: 10 Nov 2025 (Mon)
Time: 6 – 7pm
Venue: HKUST Campus
Service Day:
(1) Coffee Workshop
Date: 6 Nov 2025 (Thu)
Time: 10:30am – 1pm
Gathering time & Venue: 10:10am @Sham Shui Po
(2) Aroma Workshop
Date: 13 Nov 2025 (Thu)
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Gathering time & Venue: 10:10am @Sham Shui Po
# You are required to attend the whole service program, including Briefing, Service & Debriefing.
Remarks
- Volunteers are required to attend a briefing session at 6-7pm on 3 or 10 Nov 2025 (Mon) in HKUST.
- Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk
- [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive your participation hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.
- Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subjected to the confirmation of the partner association.
Enquiry: vicky.ng@ust.hk
Sign up here by 30/10/2025 11:59PM
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Abstract
Dynamic chiral materials with non-contactable, light-activated, and reversible features, have attracted considerable attention in photoprogrammable liquid crystals and chiral optoelectronic devices. However, most attempts to construct three-dimensional (3D) supramolecular chiral nanocages are limited to using nonresponsive chiral building blocks, which often results in the formation of architectures in shortage of tunable capacity, especially for the desirable dynamic, photo-responsive, and reversible chirality modulation. The speaker reports the construction of the first photoswitchable intrinsic chiral metallcages, (P)- and (M)-MOC1 and MOC2 based on sterically hindered diarylethene-based subcomponents, thereby achieving the unique light-driven reversible enantiospecific transformation between axial helicity and central asymmetry in three-dimensional cages. Given the increasing cage tension during the cyclization process, the implanting chiral photoswitches adopt a stepwise conversion mechanism, resulting in their precise chiral conformational changes during the reversible cyclization and cycloreversion process. Additionally, these discrete metallacages can be explored as a chiral encapsulant in nanocavity windows, and possess prominent enantioselectivity toward a pair of chiral camphor sulfonate guests. This work opens a new avenue to construct the unprecedented light-activated intrinsic chiral metallacages, aiming at their potential applications for chiral recognition, separation, and asymmetric catalysis.
About the Speaker
Prof. ZHU Wei-Hong is an Academian of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, a Professor at East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST), China. He is serving as the Vice-President of ECUST and the Director of Institute of Fine Chemicals. He received his BS from Nanjing Normal University in 1992, MS from Nankai University in 1995 and PhD from ECUST in 1999. He worked in National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) as postdoctoral fellow from 2001 to 2003. He was a Visiting Professor in University of Tsukuba from 2004 to 2005 and became a Professor in 2004. His current research interests are focused on photosensitive chemical products engineering. He has published more than 380 papers with H-index of 91, and received NSFC for Distinguished Young Scholars in 2013, Cheung Kong Distinguished Professor by the Education Ministry of China in 2015, Second Class Prizes of National Natural Science Award, First Class Prizes of Shanghai Natural Science Award and First Class Prize of Shanghai Science and Technology Progress Award.
For Attendees' Attention
Seating is on a first come, first served basis.
Chen Kuan Cheng Forum (LT-H), Academic Building, HKUST
Students are welcome to consult with our staff members for personalized advice on applying to the HKUST Summer Study Abroad 2026 program offered by the Office of Global Learning.
All full-time undergraduate students are welcome to apply for the summer study abroad program and join the session.
Room 2001, Academic Building (via Lift 4)
This information session introduces the HKUST Summer Study Abroad 2026 offered by Office of Global Learning. During the session, details about application procedures, eligibility, point-to-note when applying for the summer program will be covered.
All full-time undergraduate students are welcome to apply for the summer study abroad program and join the session.
Mr and Mrs Lee Siu Lun Lecture Theater (LT-K)
The School of Engineering invites you to an exclusive industrial visit to Shenzhen, tailored specifically for students interested in AI. This is a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics firsthand.
Trip Highlights:
- Visit to Pony.AI
Explore cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology at a global leader in self-driving cars.
https://pony.ai/ - Tour of AI Lab at Peking University at Shenzhen Research Institute
Delve into fundamental AI research and innovation at the AI lab of Peking University's prestigious Shenzhen Research Institute.
Details:
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM departure from campus, returning by approximately 6:00 PM.
- Lunch: A complimentary lunch will be provided during the trip.
- Cost: Fully subsidized by the School of Engineering. Students are required to pay a fully refundable HKD $100 deposit to secure their spot.
- Quota: Limited to 40 students (priority given to AI students).
Important Notes for Applicants:
- Visa: Participants are solely responsible for securing valid travel documents for Mainland China.
- Hong Kong citizens must possess a valid 港澳居民來往內地通行證 (Home Return Permit).
- International and other students must check visa requirements and apply for a Chinese Visa if needed. We strongly advise checking requirements immediately via the Chinese Visa application service centre. The university cannot assist with the application process.
- Language: The visits may be conducted primarily in Mandarin. Limited English support will be available.
- HMAW-recognised : This is a HMAW1905-recognised event in the “Personal Enrichment & Community Service” category under the “Self-directed Experience” of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. Students who attended the event in full are eligible to receive 3 hours.
Shenzhen
You are cordially invited to a pre-departure briefing and get-together for students joining HKUST Winter Study Abroad 2025-26. Strongly recommended by HKUST Office of Global Learning, this is an essential session to:
1) Get in touch with your peers who are going to the same host destination and/or institution!
2) Listen to sharing about how to best prepare yourself.
3) Receive region-specific updates on crucial matters: visa application, International SOS, emergency response, cultural sensitivity, etc.
Tsang Shiu Tim (TST) Art Hall, HKUST
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Do you know your way around campus? Join us in partnering with Sai Kung Sung Tsun Catholic School (Primary Section) to guide primary school students on an exciting campus quest! HKUST volunteers will lead the students in exploring the campus and participating in interactive mission games. Be part of this meaningful opportunity to create a fun and unforgettable experience for these young adventurers!
你熟悉校園環境嗎？ 我們將與西貢崇真天主教學校(小學部)合作，為小學生展開一場精彩的校園探索之旅！科大學生作為大哥哥和大姐姐將帶領學生遊覽校園，並帶領他們完成不同的謎題。加入我們，一同為這些小小冒險家打造難忘而充滿樂趣的體驗吧！
Briefing:
Date: 10 Nov 2025 (Mon)
Time: 10:15 - 11:15am
Location: HKUST Campus
Service:
Date: 17 Nov 2025 (Mon)
Time: 10:15am - 1pm
Location: HKUST Campus
# You are required to attend the whole service program, including Briefing, Service & Debriefing.
* The partner organizations require participants to be proficient in Cantonese.
Remark:
1. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 3.5 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.
2. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk, and will be able to find their application status listed as "Confirmed" on the Social Career portal/app.
3. Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subjected to the confirmation of the organizer.
4. Enquiry: saaudreyting@ust.hk
Sign up here by 7/11/2025 11:59PM
https://app.socialcareer.org/en/volunteers/09cc773c-1c6a-4c3a-a39b-ee78d2735241?utm_source=portal&utm_medium=share_link
Sustainable Development Goal(s):SDG 4
HKUST Campus
HKUST Connect and The Hong Kong Family Welfare Society are collaborating to host a Egg Parachute Workshop at HKUST Campus, strengthening family bond by making egg parachutes together. Volunteers are needed to assist families in making egg parachutes and visit the campus. Basic STEM knowledge will be shared to inspire children's curiosity and interest in science. Join us now!
科大侍學行將與香港家庭福利會家福中心舉辦雞蛋降落傘工作坊，邀請屯門區離異、低收入或新來港家庭到訪科大校園，一起製作雞蛋降落傘，以激發孩子們對科學的好奇心和興趣。期望活動可促進參加者親子關係及培養家庭之間互助精神。成爲我們的義工，帶領製作雞蛋降落傘吧！
Briefing:
Date: 30 Oct 2025 (Thu)
Time: 6 – 7pm
Venue: HKUST Campus
Date: 2 Nov 2025 (Sun)
Time: 12:15 – 4:30pm
Gathering time & Venue: 12:15pm @HKUST Campus
# You are required to attend the whole service program, including Briefing, Service & Debriefing.
Remark:
1. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk, and will be able to find their application status listed as "Confirmed" on the Social Career portal/app.
2. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 5.25 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.
3. Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subjected to the confirmation of the partner association.
4. Enquiry: vicky.ng@ust.hk
Sign up here by 26/10/2025 11:59PM
Sustainable Development Goal(s):SDG 4, SDG 3
HKUST Campus