Prof. Bonnie ZHU is one of seven HKUST recipients recognized in the second round of the RAISe+ Scheme
Prof. Bonnie ZHU, Assistant Professor of the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, has been recognized as one of the seven awardees at HKUST for the second round of the Research, Academic, and Industry Sectors One-plus Scheme (RAISe+ Scheme) for her project titled "Developing tissue/cell specific AAV capsids by AI-and data-driven approaches."
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has emerged as the top-performing local institution in the second round of the Innovation and Technology Commission’s (ITC) Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One-plus (RAISe+) Scheme, securing funding for seven projects. These projects, which cover health and medical sciences, artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, advanced manufacturing, and electrical and electronic engineering, highlight HKUST’s leadership in turning innovative research into practical applications.
Prof. Tim CHENG, HKUST Vice-President for Research and Development, congratulated the successful teams: "As a research university with deep strengths in technology development, HKUST is proud to lead this round of the RAISe+ Scheme with the highest number of funded projects. This recognition reflects our commitment to research excellence and knowledge transfer. The government’s sustained support for innovation and technology has galvanized academia to bridge the gap between discovery and impact. This funding not only accelerates the commercialization of our breakthroughs but also fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, driving solutions that benefit society."
Initiated by the government in 2023, the RAISe+ Scheme aims to fund university research teams with strong potential to generate real social impact and market value. To qualify for funding, applicants must demonstrate excellence and distinction in the commercial viability of their project outcomes, as well as their relevance to government policies and community interests, among other areas. Last year, five HKUST teams received RAISe+ awards, and the funding has helped accelerate commercialization of their research discoveries, resulting in a win-win outcome among industry, academia, and research sectors.
Related Links
- Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One‑plus Scheme (RAISe+) - Innovation and Technology Fund
- HKUST Leads Local Institutions in RAISe+ Scheme with 7 Funded Projects | The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- Seven HKUST Projects Secure Funding in RAISe+ Second Round | The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- HKUST Leads Local Institutions in RAISe+ Scheme with Seven Funded Projects | HKUST School of Engineering
(This news was originally published by the HKUST Global Engagement and Communications Office here.)
