PolyU showcases research and innovations at its first overseas exhibition "Flying High" in France
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2024 - The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is hosting its inaugural "Flying High" exhibition in Paris, France, from now until 1 July 2024. This marks the University's first international showcase, featuring a diverse array of research and innovations across disciplines from fashion to technology and sustainable materials.
At the opening reception, Prof. Christopher CHAO, PolyU Vice President (Research and Innovation) remarked, "PolyU is thrilled to bring our research and innovations to Paris, a city that resonates with creativity and innovation, reflecting our own values. 'Flying High' is not just an exhibition, it is a testament to our dedication to making a positive impact through our research and knowledge transfer activities. We are excited to share our achievements and to foster international collaborations for a better and sustainable future."
The "Flying High" exhibition is not only witness to PolyU's commitment to fostering global innovation and excellence in research, but also provides an exchange platform for researchers, industry experts, fashion editors and others. It coincides with the 60th anniversary of the establishment of Sino-French diplomatic relations and the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games, highlighting the importance of international dialogue and exchange in advancing scientific and cultural understanding.
The exhibition comprises two main themes "Style in Motion" and "Sustainability in Innovation", with 10 projects as follows:
Project | Principal Investigator(s) |
Style in Motion | |
Tai-Chi, Sports and Olympics 2024 | Dr Tsai-Chun HUANG, Assistant Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles |
AI-assisted Personal Training Gear | Prof. YIP Yiu-wan Joanne, Associate Dean and Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles |
Sport-specific Sports Bra Designs from Analysis of Human Dynamic Motion | Prof. Kit-Lun YICK, Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles |
Sustainability in Innovation | |
Carbon Neutral Construction Materials | Prof. C.S. POON, Head of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Michael Anson Professor in Civil Engineering; Chair Professor of Sustainable Construction Materials; Director, Research Centre for Resources Engineering towards Carbon Neutrality |
Sustainable Design from Biochar-concrete | Dr Brian LEE, Associate Professor, School of Design |
"Building Clothing" Using Textile Waste | Dr Dahua SHOU, Limin Endowed Young Scholar in Advanced Textiles Technologies and Assistant Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles |
Metal-coated Textiles with Unique Visual Effects | Prof. Kinor JIANG, Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles |
Food Waste-derived 3D Printing Material | Prof. WONG Ka-hing, Professor, Department of Food Science and Nutrition; Director, Research Institute for Future Food |
Anti-stain and Antiviral Vegan Leather | Prof. Chris K.Y. LO, Professor, Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies |
Intelligent Textiles for Interiors, Fashion and Rehabilitation | Prof. Jeanne TAN, Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles; Centre Assistant Director, Laboratory for Artificial Intelligence in Design |
Project images are available here. To learn more about the "Flying High" exhibition, please visit: https://polyu.hk/CZYFn.
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