HKLF Science Seminar
Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
As computational power redefines the boundaries of modern inquiry, the HKLF Science Seminar – Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, a key prelude to the Hong Kong Laureate Forum 2027, spotlights the profound paradigm shifts transforming scientific discovery. From decoding the human genome and modelling urban dynamics to revealing new mathematical frontiers, this event highlights the critical convergence of human ingenuity and machine intelligence.
By bringing together renowned scientists, industry pioneers, and next-generation researchers, the seminar explores the transformative capabilities shaping the future of research. Beyond cross-disciplinary exchanges, it offers a dedicated platform for emerging researchers to showcase their work in interactive poster and flash presentation sessions.
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9 – 10 September 2026 |
| Venue |
Lecture Theatre 2, G/F, Yasumoto International Academic Park, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
How to get there:
At MTR University Station, a 5-min walk from Exit D along Station Road then Pond Crescent
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| Enrollment & Fee |
Free of charge |
| Format |
In-person |
| Medium |
English |
| Target audience |
| 1) Students & Researchers: Postdoc, PhD graduates, Postgraduates (Master / PhD) and Undergraduates in science-related disciplines; |
| 2) HKLF Alumni: Young Scientists and Forum Ambassadors who participated in the previous Hong Kong Laureate Forums |
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| Enrollment |
Interested parties may register via this link.
Enrollment deadline: 7 August 2026 |
| Enquiries |
For enquiries, please email: programme@hklaureateforum.org |
Session 1: 9 September 2026 – 14:00 – 17:30
The Frontiers of Discovery: Life Science and Translational Therapeutics
| 14:00 – 14:30 |
Registration and Networking Coffee |
| 14:30 – 15:00 |
Welcome Remarks
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Prof Timothy Tong, SBS, BBS, JP
Chairman, the Council of the Hong Kong Laureate Forum
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Opening Remarks
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Mr Ivan Lee, JP
Commissioner for Innovation and Technology, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government
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Co-organiser's Remarks
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Prof Dennis Lo, GBS, SBS, JP
Vice-Chancellor and President, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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| 15:00 – 15:25 |
Keynote Presentation I
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Prof Allen Chan
Associate Vice-President (Knowledge Transfer) and Chairman of the Department of Chemical Pathology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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| 15:25 – 15:50 |
Keynote Presentation II
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Prof Michael Ng
Dean of Science; Chair Professor in Mathematics and Chair Professor in Data Science, The Hong Kong Baptist University
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| 15:50 – 16:15 |
Keynote Presentation III
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Prof Alan Wong
Associate Professor, School of Biomedical Sciences, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
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| 16:15 – 17:00 |
Panel Discussion
The Horizon of Innovation: Unleashing Deep Tech and Translational Therapeutics
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Prof Allen Chan
Panellist
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Prof Michael Ng
Panellist
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Prof Alan Wong
Panellist
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Dr Frank Pun
Head of Insilico Hong Kong
Panellist
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Prof Joshua Ho
Associate Professor and Assistant Dean (Innovation & Technology Transfer), Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
Moderator
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Session 2: 10 September 2026 – 09:00 – 12:30
From Pure Logic to Urban Reality: Mapping the Future with Mathematics, GeoAI, and Technology
| 09:00 – 09:30 |
Registration and Networking Coffee |
| 09:30 – 09:45 |
Opening Remarks
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| 09:45 – 10:10 |
Keynote Presentation I
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Prof Ngô Bảo Châu
Chair Professor, Department of Mathematics, The University of Hong Kong; Fields Medalist 2010
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| 10:10 – 10:30 |
Industry Case Study
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| 10:30 – 11:30 |
The Discovery Track: Next-Gen Flash Presentations
3-minute research pitches from emerging young scientists, featuring an interactive lightning Q&A window to spark immediate academic dialogue. ( Please click here for Presentation Material Guidelines.) |
| 11:30 – 11:50 |
Keynote Presentation II
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Prof Kwan Mei-po
Choh-Ming Li Professor of Geography and Resource Management; Director of the Institute of Space and Earth Information Science, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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| 11:50 – 12:30 |
Interactive Poster Dialogue: Data, Logic, and Discovery
A dedicated, relaxed networking window designed to bridge the gap between curriculum study and active laboratory life. ( Please click here for Presentation Material Guidelines.) |
Session 3: 10 September 2026 – 14:00 – 17:30
Beyond the Algorithm: Computer Science & Generative AI, Data and Trust
| 14:00 – 14:30 |
Registration and Networking Coffee |
| 14:30 – 14:40 |
Opening Remarks |
| 14:40 – 15:10 |
Keynote Presentation I
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Prof Irwin King
Pro-Vice-Chancellor / Vice-President (Education); Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
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| 15:10 – 15:40 |
Keynote Presentation II
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Prof Guo Yike
Provost and Chair Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; Director of the Hong Kong Generative AI Research and Development Center (HKGAI)
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| 15:40 – 16:10 |
Keynote Presentation III
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Prof Hongxia Yang
Executive Director of PolyU Academy for Artificial Intelligence; Chair Professor, Generative AI, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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| 16:10 – 17:00 |
Panel Discussion
Shifting Horizons: From Equations to Enterprise: Navigating Career Horizons, Funding, and Ethics in Deep Tech
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Prof Irwin King
Panellist
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Prof Guo Yike
Panellist
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Prof Hongxia Yang
Panellist
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Prof Maggie Wang
Director, Beth Bioinformatics
Panellist
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Prof Xiaojuan Ma
Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering; Program Director of MSc in AI and Entrepreneurship, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Moderator
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| 17:00 – 17:30 |
Closing Remarks and Networking |
All programme details are subject to change.
Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material/event (or by members of the project team) do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Innovation and Technology Commission or the Vetting Committee of the General Support Programme of the Innovation and Technology Fund.
