About The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Dr. Jessica Neuville serves as a Clinical Associate at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Optometry, bringing extensive clinical and academic experience to her role. She earned her Doctor of Optometry from UC Berkeley and completed a residency in ocular disease and low vision at the Kansas City Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Prior to joining PolyU, she taught at Midwestern University's Arizona College of Optometry. A Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and member of the Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists, she has served on key professional bodies including the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education. Her teaching portfolio includes ocular pathology, pharmacology, binocular vision, and clinical optometry. She combines academic work with clinical practice at the university's Optometry Clinic, while contributing to research in optical coherence tomography and diabetic eye disease. Her recent achievements include receiving the Faculty Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching and developing innovative eLearning strategies for optometry education

Dr. Lydia Yu serves as a Clinical Associate at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's School of Optometry, where she first graduated with first-class honors and Dean's List recognition. After completing her PhD in regenerative medicine at The University of Hong Kong's Department of Ophthalmology and conducting research at the University of Liverpool's Department of Eye and Vision Sciences, she returned to PolyU. Her expertise focuses on vision rehabilitation, low vision patient care, visual electrophysiology, and myopia management. Her contributions to teaching and clinical services have earned her the Outstanding Clinic Staff Award and the Faculty Prize for Outstanding Performance/Achievement in Teaching. Currently, she develops innovative eLearning strategies and teaches CAR subjects, including "Eyes on Vision," while contributing to the development of educational resources such as the MOOC "How We See the World: Visual Function and Eye Health" and the SEE 3D Eye Model App

Professor Eric Tsui serves as a Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering and Associate Director of the Knowledge Management and Innovation Research Centre at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. After extensive academic research in automated knowledge acquisition and natural language processing, he spent 16 years at Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), where he served as Chief Research Officer for Asia Pacific and Innovation Manager. His research has been supported by grants from organizations including Arthur Young, Rank Xerox, and the Australian Research Council. He holds B.Sc (Hons.), PhD, and MBA qualifications. His expertise spans knowledge technologies, including search engines, portals, personal knowledge management, and cloud services. As Vice President of the Hong Kong Knowledge Management Society and advisor to various government bodies, he has received numerous accolades including the Global Knowledge Management Leadership Award and the Knowledge Management Excellence Award. His contributions to education include developing MOOCs and receiving multiple teaching innovation awards, while securing over HK$9m in funding for teaching and learning projects.

Dr. Klaus Tochtermann serves as Director of the ZBW - Leibniz Information Centre for Economics and Professor of Media Informatics at the University of Kiel. After completing his doctorate in computer science with distinction at Dortmund University in 1995, he conducted postdoctoral research at Texas A&M University's Center for Digital Libraries. His career includes founding Austria's first industry-based research institute on knowledge management (Know-Center) and serving as professor for knowledge management at Graz University of Technology. Since 2010, he has led the ZBW while advancing research in Science 2.0, Open Science, and semantic technologies. His contributions include supervising over 25 PhD theses and publishing more than 230 peer-reviewed papers. He serves on numerous prestigious boards, including the Scientific Senate of the German National Research Data Infrastructure and the EOSC Association Board of Directors. As a visiting professor at institutions like the University of St. Gallen and Universiti Teknologi MARA, he continues to shape digital information infrastructure development internationally.

Dr. Yuk Ming Tang serves as a Senior Teaching Fellow in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. After completing his B.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and postdoctoral research at CUHK's Faculty of Medicine, he has established himself as an expert in emerging technologies. As Lab-in-charge of Integrated Product Design and deputy Lab-in-charge of the Ng Tat Lun Digital Factory, he specializes in virtual reality, mixed reality, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and digital twins for industrial applications. His research involves numerous Innovation and Technology Fund projects and teaching and learning initiatives. He actively collaborates with industry partners, particularly in the healthcare sector, and has been recognized for his contributions through invitations to speak at the Hong Kong Hospital Authority healthcare symposium and appearances on TVB's "Innovation GPS" program

Dr. Gary C.P. Tsui serves as an Associate Professor and ISE degree Programme Leader at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. After earning his first-class honours degree in Manufacturing Engineering and PhD from PolyU, he has established himself as a specialist in composite material engineering and micro/nano-fabrication. His research contributions include over 130 papers in refereed journals and two US patents. He serves on the editorial boards of several international journals including "Nanotechnology Reviews," "Journal of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics," and "World Journal of Engineering." His expertise spans engineering materials, manufacturing processing technology, and finite element methods, making significant contributions to the field of materials engineering and manufacturing innovation.

Dr. Ka Man (Carman) Lee serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. As program leader of BSc(Hons) Enterprise Engineering with Management, she brings expertise gained from her PhD and BEng degrees from PolyU. Her research focuses on industrial engineering, enterprise resource planning, logistics and supply chain management, Industrial Internet of Things, wireless sensor networks, cloud computing, and big data analytics. With over 130 published articles in international journals and conferences, her work has earned recognition including a Silver Medal at the 47th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva and an Outstanding Paper Emerald Network Award in 2019. As Lab-in-Charge of PolyU's Cyber-Physical Systems Laboratory, she leads innovative research in human-robot collaboration and cyber systems for sustainable design, developing AI-powered solutions for product-service innovation

Dr. Norbert Gronau serves as Professor and Chair of Business Informatics, Processes and Systems at the University of Potsdam. After studying mechanical engineering and business administration at TU Berlin, he earned his doctorate in 1994 focusing on strategic management information systems. His career includes leading the Production-Oriented Business Information Systems group at TU Berlin until 2000, followed by heading the Department of Business Information Systems at the University of Oldenburg (2000-2004). Since 2004, he has held the C4 professorship at the University of Potsdam. His research interests encompass Industry 4.0, digital technologies, knowledge management, and business processes. As a Research Fellow at Stellenbosch University and founder of Potsdam Consulting Advisory GmbH, he bridges academic research with practical applications. He is a member of the German Academy of Technical Sciences (acatech) and serves as editor of "Industrie Management" journal, demonstrating his commitment to advancing both theoretical and applied aspects of business information systems.

Dr. Jay Lee currently serves as Clark Distinguished Professor and Director of the Industrial AI Center at the University of Maryland College Park, following his distinguished tenure at the University of Cincinnati. His expertise focuses on developing non-traditional machine learning and Industrial AI systems for diverse industrial applications, particularly in advanced semiconductor manufacturing and electronics. As founding director of the NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center on Intelligent Maintenance Systems (2001-2019), he led collaborations with over 100 global companies, earning recognition as the most economically impactful I/UCRC in 2012

Dr. Shirley Ngai is an Associate Professor of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Her basic training is in Physiotherapy with later focus on Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy. Her teaching specialty is the area of Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy, Exercise Science, Research Methods & Statistics. Her research interests include management of airway obstructive disease, cardiopulmonary physiotherapy, exercise physiology and medical simulation. Shirley has led several teaching and learning projects to develop teaching innovation such as Mobile Apps, online resources, Flipped Classroom, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) to address students’ learning needs and to enhance their learning experience. She was the recipient of 2013/14 RS Outstanding teaching award, 2013/14 Faculty award for outstanding performance in teaching (FHSS), 2016 UGC Teaching Award (Early Career Faculty Member) and Second Prize of 2018 National Teaching Achievement Award (Higher Education).

Benjamin Yee read psychology at University College London and completed his doctoral study in the Department of Experimental Psychology, Oxford. His early research utilized brain lesions in rats to dissect the contribution of the hippocampus and adjoining entorhinal cortex in memory and a form of learned inattention relevant to the attentional deficit in schizophrenia. After postdoctoral training in Oxford and Zürich (ETH), he assumed the post of research fellow in Hong Kong University, where he continued preclinical research and collaborated in psychological experiments with schizophrenia patients. Subsequently, he returned to the ETH Zürich and worked for over a decade as a senior scientist and a group leader. During this period, his expanded his research in neuropsychopharmacology with the advent of novel molecular manipulations targeting the GABA-A receptor and the glycine reuptake system at NMDA receptors. In the same period, the maternal immune activation model of schizophrenia was established as a means to study relevant early etiological processes. Next, he established a behavioural laboratory at Legacy Research Institute in Portland, Oregon, before joining the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences in PolyU four years ago. Since, he has been exploring opportunities to integrate neuroscience and psychology into the teaching and research of rehabilitation.

Dr. Benson Lau, an Associate Professor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University's Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, has dedicated over two decades to anatomical studies and education. His transformative journey in anatomy education began during his collaboration with Prof. Peter W Lucas in the early 21st century, where he developed his innovative multi-modal approach to teaching anatomy. Drawing from his seven years of teaching experience, he advocates for diverse learning methods including visual, auditory, tactile, and cognitive approaches to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention. Currently, his research focuses on investigating the impact of environmental factors on neuroplasticity and behavior, aiming to develop effective rehabilitation strategies. His commitment to education extends to developing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) designed to spark and sustain student interest in anatomical studies, while his research continues to explore the intricate relationships between environmental influences and neural adaptation in rehabilitation contexts.

Dr. Ken Cheng Siu-kei, a Principal Lecturer and former Director of the Chinese Language Centre at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established himself as a pioneering figure in Chinese language education and technology integration. His expertise spans Cantonese linguistics, phonology, and Chinese language teaching and assessment, with particular focus on developing innovative learning solutions for Non-Chinese Speaking students. Throughout his career, he has led numerous significant projects, including the development of mobile-based learning tools and artificial intelligence integration in DSR-Chinese subjects. His notable achievements include spearheading the "MOOC of Cantonese Learning - Cantonese for Beginners" project and managing various Language Enhancement Grant initiatives. Dr. Cheng's commitment to educational innovation is further demonstrated through his work on multimedia learning tools, corpus development, and the implementation of blended learning approaches, making significant contributions to Chinese language education in higher education

Dr. David Yuen Chun-wah, serving as a Lecturer and Programme Leader of Minor in Chinese Language & Culture at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has dedicated over a decade to teaching Cantonese to international students and expatriate staff. His significant contributions include leading the CLCIS program in the Faculty of Humanities and serving as the Subject Leader for Elementary Cantonese. His expertise is demonstrated through various innovative projects, including the development of blended learning activities for enhanced interactive learning, research on Cantonese tone acquisition by speakers of different language backgrounds, and the creation of comprehensive teaching strategies and assessment rubrics for Chinese Language Communication courses. As the MOOC Deputy Course Leader, he continues to advance language education methodologies, particularly focusing on making Cantonese accessible to Non-Chinese Speaking students through innovative pedagogical approaches and technology-enhanced learning solutions.

Dr. Yan-yan Lam, a Lecturer at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has distinguished herself in the field of Chinese language education through her innovative e-learning initiatives and comprehensive teaching approach. Her expertise spans Cantonese linguistics and Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, with significant contributions to developing online learning tools and platforms. She has spearheaded several groundbreaking e-learning projects, including a flipped classroom approach for teaching Cantonese to non-native speakers, an interactive website for Cantonese pronunciation correction, and online platforms for Chinese character writing and professional text correction. As a facilitator of multiple Chinese language courses, including Elementary Cantonese in both English and Putonghua mediums and Chinese I and II, she demonstrates versatility in teaching methodologies while maintaining a strong focus on technological integration to enhance language learning experiences.

Dr. Dan Wang, an Associate Professor in the School of Hotel and Tourism Management at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established herself as a leading expert in tourism technology and marketing management. Her academic journey includes a BSc from East China Normal University, an MPhil from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and a PhD from Temple University, building a strong foundation for her specialized research in mobile marketing, social media strategies, travel experience enhancement, hotel and tourism technology management, and destination marketing. Her comprehensive understanding of the intersection between technology and tourism has positioned her as a valuable contributor to the field, bringing together theoretical knowledge and practical applications in the rapidly evolving hospitality industry, while her expertise spans across multiple domains including digital marketing strategies, social media engagement, and innovative approaches to tourism management in the modern technological landscape

Dr. Jingran Zhao, an Assistant Professor in the School of Accounting and Finance at Hong Kong Polytechnic University since 2015, has established herself as a distinguished scholar in financial information and investor behavior research. Her academic journey began with a BBA from Georgia College & State University, where she graduated with honors and an academic excellence award in 2010, followed by her PhD from Emory University. Her research expertise focuses on investor decision-making processes, examining various information sources including mandatory and voluntary disclosures, analyst reports, news media, and social media platforms. As co-founder of the AF Tech Lab, she has been instrumental in advancing students' programming skills and FinTech knowledge beyond traditional classroom settings. Her teaching excellence has been recognized with multiple awards, including the School's Award for Outstanding Teaching and the Faculty of Business's Award for Outstanding Achievement in teaching in 2020. Her scholarly work has gained recognition through publications in prestigious journals such as the Journal of Accounting and Economics, while her innovative approach to teaching data analytics in accounting and finance at the master's level has significantly enhanced the practical skills of her students

Professor Jeffrey Ng, currently serving as a Professor at The University of Hong Kong since July 2022, has built an impressive academic career spanning prestigious institutions worldwide. After earning his PhD from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania in 2008, along with a Master in Statistics (2006) and earlier degrees including first-class honors in both Accountancy from Nanyang Technological University and Business Information Technology from the University of Central England, he has held significant positions at leading institutions. His career path includes roles as an assistant professor at MIT Sloan School of Management (2008-2012), associate professor at Singapore Management University (2012-2016), and professor at Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2016-2022). His research contributions have been published in top-tier journals including the Journal of Accounting Research, Journal of Accounting and Economics, and The Accounting Review, while serving as an editor at the European Accounting Review and on the Editorial Board of The Accounting Review

Dr. Yangyang Fan, currently serving as an Associate Professor in the School of Accounting and Finance at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established herself as a distinguished researcher in auditing and corporate governance since joining the institution in 2016. Her academic credentials include a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master's degree from the University of Southern California. Her research portfolio encompasses critical areas including auditing, corporate governance, and financial reporting quality, with recent publications in prestigious journals such as Contemporary Accounting Research, where she contributed significant findings on financial reporting quality and auditor dismissal decisions in companies with common directors and auditor