EdUHK Launches Centre for Knowledge Exchange at Cyberport Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Deepening Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration
The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) has officially launched its Centre for Knowledge Exchange (CKEx) at Hong Kong Cyberport (Cyberport) yesterday (4 June). With the joint efforts of both parties, the Centre will not only serve as a platform to drive the application of EdUHK’s research and student innovations, but will also introduce executive and entrepreneurial training workshops on artificial intelligence (AI), while exploring the development of micro-credential programmes to provide industry-relevant learning opportunities.
Coinciding with the 10th anniversary of EdUHK’s retitling, the establishment of this Centre marks an important milestone in the University’s efforts to further strengthen industry-academia-research collaboration to advance knowledge transfer (KT), nurture innovative talent, and foster a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The opening ceremony was jointly officiated by representatives of EdUHK and Cyberport. Distinguished guests included EdUHK Council Chairman Dr David Wong Yau-kar, Deputy Chairman Professor Terence Chan Ho-wah, Council Treasurer Ms Imma Ling Kit-sum, President Professor John Lee Chi-Kin, and Vice President (Research and Development) Professor Chetwyn Chan Che-hin. They were joined by senior management from Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited, including CEO Dr Rocky Cheng Chung-ngam, Chief Public Mission Officer Ir Eric Chan Sze-yuen, and Head of Industry Partnership Mr Henry Li.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr David Wong Yau-kar said, “CKEx signifies our strong commitment to bridging higher education with Hong Kong’s innovation and technology ecosystem. Through this new establishment, we can better translate university-led research into real-world applications, and create a dynamic environment that empowers our students, alumni, and staff with hands-on entrepreneurial opportunities. CKEx represents our firm support to the HKSAR Government’s vision of building a robust technology talent pool.”
President Professor John Lee Chi-Kin emphasised, “Since attaining university status, EdUHK has steadily advanced in its teaching, research, innovation and knowledge transfer. The establishment of CKEx marks a significant milestone in nurturing future technological talent and facilitating the translation of research achievements. I look forward to seeing more of our faculty and students’ research and innovations transformed into impactful solutions and technologies that benefit our industry and the wider community”.
Equipped with advanced facilities, the Cyberport-based Centre has already attracted more than 10 research teams to undertake industry-academia collaborative projects, along with four EdUHK start-up teams for incubation. The center is set to introduce entrepreneurship and executive training workshops. This summer, for example, the Department of Mathematics and Information Technology will co-organise an AI training programme with the Cyberport Academy, targeting administrators in the education sector. In addition, EdUHK and Cyberport are also exploring the launch of micro-credential programmes that integrate theory and practice, offering industry-relevant learning experiences.
At the ceremony, Professor John Lee signed Memoranda of Understanding with Mr Zhang Kai, Deputy General Manager of the Zhongguancun Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Youth Innovation Centre, and Ms Amy Zhang, General Manager of Mininglamp Technology (Hong Kong), to further expand regional and technology partnerships. Areas of collaboration include jointly establishing an AI education integration and innovation research centre; conducting joint research on big data in the fields of new media and social media; integrating industry resources into the University’s programme curricula and teaching; nurturing students through internships and employment opportunities; and promoting two-way exchanges between University and corporate personnel. These initiatives will establish a strategic framework for long-term tripartite cooperation.
In his remarks, EdUHK Vice President (Research and Development) Professor Chetwyn Chan Che-hin said: “Today's collaboration represents the convergence of policy direction, industry demand, and academic advancement. Through joint research, the commercialisation of intellectual property, and the cultivation of cross-disciplinary talent, we are jointly shaping a future where innovation, research and education are seamlessly integrated.”
CKEx is a key outcome of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between EdUHK and Cyberport in November 2025. The University will continue to integrate resources, nurture talent with a global perspective, and proactively respond to the evolving needs of society and industry.
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EdUHK Launches Centre for Knowledge Exchange at Cyberport Promoting Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Deepening Industry-Academia-Research Collaboration
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