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Universities are not just classrooms – they are talent incubators and innovation powerhouses shaping the horizon. Join us for an insightful dialogue with Professor Dennis Lo, Vice-Chancellor and President of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), a globally acclaimed scientist who has earned numerous accolades for his groundbreaking innovations including non-invasive prenatal testing. He will explore how academia drives Hong Kong’s innovation and technology (I&T) transformation.

With five local universities ranked among the world’s top 100, a thriving start-up ecosystem and a favourable geographical location, Hong Kong has immense potential to become a leader in I&T. Drawing on his expertise in both medical research and academic leadership, Professor Lo will discuss how universities can foster impactful research, nurture talent and contribute to the city’s development.

Whether you are a policymaker, a business leader, or simply curious about the future of the I&T sector in Hong Kong, this discussion promises to offer practical insights and enlightening perspectives.

About "CEO 123 Tell Me More Series": This monthly series offers a rare chance to hear from inspiring individuals in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Moderated by Chamber CEO Patrick Yeung, the talks feature influential figures from business, academic and cultural circles, who share their insights into various topics.

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Speakers' presentations at this event are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. Statements of fact and opinions expressed during this event are those of the speakers and participants and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, its members, or its committees. The Chamber does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that, with the approval of speakers, this event may be recorded, and possibly published on the Chamber's website in audio and/or video formats without further notice.

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Speaker(s)

Dennis Lo, Vice-Chancellor and President, CUHK

Professor Dennis Lo is the ninth Vice-Chancellor and President and the Li Ka Shing Professor of Medicine of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). He is also the President of the Hong Kong Academy of Sciences. His research interests focus on the biology and diagnostic applications of cell-free nucleic acids in plasma. In particular, he discovered the presence of cell-free fetal DNA in maternal plasma in 1997 and has since then been pioneering non-invasive prenatal diagnosis using this technology. This technology has been adopted globally and has created a paradigm shift in prenatal medicine. He has also made many innovations using circulating nucleic acids for cancer detection, including the screening of early stage nasopharyngeal cancer.

In recognition of his research, Professor Lo has been elected as Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Founding Member of the Hong Kong Academy of Sciences, Fellow of the Royal Society and Foreign Associate of the US National Academy of Sciences. Professor Lo has won numerous awards, including the 2014 King Faisal International Prize in Medicine, the 2016 Future Science Prize in Life Science, the 2019 Fudan-Zhongzhi Science Award, the 2021 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences, the 2021 Royal Medal, the 2021 ESHG Mendel Award, the 2022 ISPD Pioneer Award, the 2022 Lasker~DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award, the 2023 inaugural Tengchong Science Prize, the 2024 Jiménez Díaz Lecture Award and the 2025 Richard B. Johnston, Jr., MD Prize in Developmental Biology by March of Dimes.

Date and Time

2025/08/13 12:30 to 14:00

Venue

Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre

Media

Closed to media

Enquiries

Chloe Lee
Tel: 28231297
Email: clee@chamber.org.hk

Fee

HK$210 for Members / HK$440 for Non-Members (including lunch)
HK$105 for Student Associate Member Rate (including lunch)

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