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Prof. Jesse ZHU, Senior Advisor to the President, Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo, China, delivered the 36th PAIR Distinguished Lecture titled “Research Strategy and Planning: How to Prepare a Research Career?” on 12 March 2025 on the PolyU campus. The lecture attracted over 110 participants to join in person and captivated an online audience of over 13,300 from different countries and regions who watched the live broadcast on multiple social media platforms, including Bilibili, WeChat, Weibo and YouTube.
Prof. Zhu kickstarted his presentation by sharing his personal anecdotes from his journey through academia and industry, emphasising that innovation, curiosity and a commitment to societal impact have guided his research trajectory. He stressed the importance of identifying meaningful research themes to ensure both academic rigor and real-world relevance, noting, “True scientific breakthroughs emerge when we chase fundamental truths, not just external accolades.”
Prof. Zhu illustrated these principles with examples from his cross-disciplinary work, including (i) healthcare innovation, the development of a rotating fluidiser which is a device that enable uniform particle suspension to optimise drug delivery systems; (ii) sustainable manufacturing, the application of nanoparticles in paint production to enhance flow efficiency and reduce environmental waste; and (iii) urban sustainability, pioneering compact wastewater treatment technologies for space-constrained urban environments.
In conclusion, Prof. Zhu underscored the transformative role of research in advancing global well-being, advocating for a balance between theoretical exploration and applied solutions. He urged students to cultivate resilience, collaborate across disciplines, and align their work with societal needs, that is, “persistence and purpose are the bedrock of a fulfilling research career.”
The event concluded with a lively question-and-answer session moderated by Prof. Chen, where attendees explored topics ranging from funding strategies to various considerations in technology development with Prof. Zhu.
Event date: 12/03/2025
Speaker: Prof. Jesse ZHU
Hosted by: PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research
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- Research -- Methodology Research -- Vocational guidance Science--Vocational guidance
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The PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research (PAIR) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) today hosted its inaugural Public Forum for Research and Innovation. Titled “DeepSeek and Beyond”, the keynote speech was delivered by Prof. YANG Hongxia, Associate Dean (Global Engagement) of the PolyU Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences and Professor of the Department of Computing, who highlighted the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI). The event attracted over a thousand participants, including faculty members, students, alumni, and leaders from the innovation and technology sector, as well as academics and the public. Additionally, over 390,000 viewers tuned in through the live streaming platforms.
The Forum began with a welcoming speech delivered by Prof. CHEN Qingyan, Director of PAIR and Chair Professor of Building Thermal Science of the PolyU Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering. This was followed by Prof. ZHANG Chenqi, Chair Professor of Artificial Intelligence of the PolyU Department of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and Director of the PolyU Shenzhen Research Institute introducing the speaker.
Prof. Zhang said, “The development of large models is at the core of competition in the AI wave. DeepSeek has demonstrated that high-performance AI models can be achieved using fewer and less advanced graphics processing units (GPUs), demonstrating that cutting-edge AI technology can be realised through the optimisation of algorithms.”
The large AI model developed by the mainland Chinese startup DeepSeek has garnered wide acclaim around the world for its low-cost, high-performance, and open-source framework, disrupting the traditional “computing power-first” logic of AI model training. At the Forum, Prof. Yang highlighted the potential of generative AI (GenAI), adding that it presents abundant opportunities for various sectors, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, media and fashion, and for applications in medical imaging analysis, fraud detection, predictive maintenance, retail inventory management, content creation, and design and marketing.
Prof. Yang also recounted the evolution of AI and shared her professional milestones with the audience, notably the development of the M6 large model, which trained a 10-trillion-parameters model using just 512 GPUs. Prof. Yang further elaborated on how her GenAI project, Co-GenAI, improves the accessibility of AI technology while minimising dependence on large-scale centralised computing resources, thereby transforming the trajectory of AI progress. This ground-breaking effort has positioned Hong Kong and the Mainland at the forefront of global advancement in GenAI.
Moderated by Prof. Zhang Chenqi, a panel discussion was also held, featuring esteemed panellists Prof. Yang Hongxia and Prof. LI Qing, Head and Chair Professor of Data Science of the PolyU Department of Computing, and Co-Director of the Research Centre for Digital Transformation of Tourism. The scholars discussed the opportunities and challenges that advancements in AI present for higher education and research. They also engaged in fruitful discussion with participants during the question-and-answer session. The topics included the application of AI in industry, the regulation of information, its impact on the employment environment and economic development, and the integration of AI technologies.
PolyU is committed to advancing AI education and research. In January 2025, the University established the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences with a vision to lead global advancements in digital transformation and AI through distinguished education, research, and knowledge transfer.
Event date: 11/03/2025
Speaker: Prof. YANG Hongxia
Hosted by: PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research
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The lecture commenced with a warm welcome and a brief introduction of the speaker by Prof. CHEN Qingyan, Director of PAIR. Prof. Zheng kickstarted his presentation by outlining the key driving forces of innovation and technologies. He shared that achieving success in the “from zero to one” and the subsequent “from one to N” innovation stages often come with the inevitable “valley of death” period, which spans over a decade. He then elaborated on how he and his team have spent 20 years of relentless effort overcoming the “valleys of death” in studying structural superlubricity, building a model for talent development, and entering into the next “one-to-N” development phase. Prof. Zheng also shared the key turning points in his academic and research journey and outlined how the X-Institute nurtures interdisciplinary research talents.
Event date: 21/11/2024
Speaker: Prof. ZHENG Quanshui (Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Founding Principal of X-Institute and Professor of Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, China)
Hosted by: PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research
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- Scientists Technological innovations
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- Computing, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
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- Technology Information technology Artificial intelligence
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung 's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Cai Qiyao, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses that InterContinental Xiamen has created the "Whale Fantasy World" Metaverse family vacation experience, which combines immersive MR technology, interactive devices, and upgraded art and visual displays to provide a unique and engaging parent-child travel experience. The hotel has used a comprehensive digital marketing strategy, including online promotion, offline activities, and strategic partnerships, to attract family tourists and enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty. Despite the high investment and potential competition in the market, the hotel is confident in maintaining its innovation and standing out in the fierce competition by continuously optimizing its product experience and service quality.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝蔡琪瑶為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例探討廈門洲際酒店打造了「鯨魚奇幻世界」元宇宙家庭度假體驗，結合沉浸式MR技術、互動設備、升級的藝術和視覺展示，提供獨特而引人入勝的親子旅行體驗。酒店採用全面的數字行銷策略，包括線上推廣、線下活動、戰略合作等，吸引家庭遊客，提高客戶滿意度和忠誠度。儘管市場投資高昂，競爭激烈，但酒店有信心保持創新，通過不斷優化產品體驗和服務品質在激烈的競爭中脫穎而出。
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- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
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- Hotels -- Marketing Target marketing Family vacations Hospitality industry -- Marketing
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Wang Xiaokkun, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses the marketing strategy adopted by the Sanya Xidao Characteristic Tourism Destination, an ancient fishing village with over 400 years of history. To increase its popularity and attract more visitors, the destination upgraded its facilities to integrate local cultural elements, collaborated with popular travel variety shows for promotional exposure, and leveraged social media marketing tactics like influencer partnerships and user-generated content. These efforts significantly increased the destination's popularity, becoming a top tourist attraction in Sanya. However, the case highlights the need for continuous innovation and a careful balance between maintaining the authenticity of the destination and avoiding excessive commercialization.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝王曉昆為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例討論了擁有400多年歷史的古老漁村三亞西島特色旅遊勝地所採取的行銷策略。為了提高知名度，吸引更多遊客，該目的地對設施進行了升級，融入了當地文化元素，與熱門旅遊綜藝節目合作進行宣傳曝光，並利用社交媒體行銷策略，如影響者合作夥伴關係和使用者生成的內容。這些努力使該目的地的受歡迎程度顯著提高，成為三亞的頂級旅遊景點。然而，該案例凸顯了持續創新的必要性，並在保持目的地的真實性與避免過度商業化之間保持謹慎平衡的必要性。
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- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
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- Internet marketing China -- Hainan Sheng Tourism -- Marketing
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Wang Jiaquan, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses the innovative marketing strategies employed by Feiniaoji B&B, a Chinese hospitality brand, focusing on emotional storytelling and new media platforms. The key elements of Feiniaoji's marketing approach include the creation of captivating "mini-movie" advertisements that evoke emotional resonance, the incorporation of literary and artistic styles to appeal to young, lifestyle-oriented consumers, the utilization of interactive short-form video content on platforms like TikTok, and the highlighting of the brand's local cultural heritage and unique service offerings. Through these multifaceted strategies, B&B aimed to differentiate itself in a highly competitive industry, enhance brand loyalty, and address common pain points hospitality providers face. The case emphasizes the importance of content innovation and strategic partnerships in driving successful new media marketing campaigns.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝王加權為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例討論了中國酒店品牌飛鳥集民宿採用的創新行銷策略，重點關注情感敘事和新媒體平臺的運用。飛鳥集行銷方式的關鍵要素包括製作引人入勝的「微電影」廣告，喚起情感共鳴，融入文學和藝術風格以吸引年輕、以生活方式為導向的消費者，在抖音等平臺上利用互動短視頻內容，以及突出品牌的本土文化底蘊和獨特的服務產品。通過多方面的策略，B&B旨在從競爭激烈的行業中脫穎而出，提高品牌忠誠度，並解決酒店供應商面臨的共同痛點。該案例強調了內容創新和戰略合作夥伴關係在推動新媒體營銷活動成功方面的重要性。
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- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
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- Hotels -- Marketing Internet marketing Lodging-houses Bed breakfast accommodations
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Li Yongxing, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses precision marketing theory and new media platforms to reach and engage target audiences effectively. The key elements include data-driven target audience positioning, innovative content creation, multi-channel promotion, and user interaction to drive brand awareness, audience coverage, travel intent, and social media influence. The plan acknowledges potential challenges around content homogeneity and low user engagement and proposes to address these through continuous innovation, engagement improvement, and data-driven strategy adjustments.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝李永興為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例討論了精準營銷理論和新媒體平臺如何有效觸達和吸引目標受眾。關鍵要素包括數據驅動的目標受眾定位、創新內容創作、多渠道推廣和用戶互動，以提高品牌知名度、受眾覆蓋率、旅遊意向和社交媒體影響力。該計劃承認內容同質化和用戶參與度低的潛在挑戰，並建議通過持續創新、參與度改進和數據驅動的戰略調整來解決這些問題。
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- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
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- Tourism -- Marketing Culture tourism
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- Others
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Zhang Jun, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses the importance of managing customer expectations and experiences in the hotel industry, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights business travelers' increased demand for disinfection and epidemic prevention measures and how a hotel's ability to exceed these expectations can lead to customer loyalty and repeat stays. The case provides a personal account of a customer's experience with a hotel that promptly and efficiently provided additional disinfectant wipes, exceeding the customer's expectations. The case also underscores the need for continuous innovation, the importance of empowering frontline staff to meet customer needs, and the significance of improving the overall customer consumption habits and the hotel's soft environment.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝張軍為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例討論了管理酒店業客戶期望和體驗的重要性，尤其是在COVID-19大流行期間。它強調了商務旅客對消毒和防疫措施的需求增加，以及酒店超越這些期望的能力如何導致客戶忠誠度和重複住宿。該案例提供了客戶在酒店體驗的個人帳戶，該酒店及時有效地提供了額外的消毒濕巾，超出了客戶的期望。該案例也凸顯了持續創新的必要性，授權一線員工滿足客戶需求的重要性，以及改善客戶整體消費習慣和酒店軟環境的重要性。
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- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
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- Hotels -- Marketing Hospitality industry -- Customer services Hospitality industry -- Marketing Customer relations -- Management
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- Others
