hong kong polytechnic university
3D Fingerprint Scans Made Faster And Cheaper
This contactless system can accurately scan a human fingerprint in 3D in just two seconds.
Turning Toad Venom Into Cancer Treatments
Researchers in China and Australia are investigating the anti-cancer properties of bufalin, a steroid found in traditional Chinese medicine made from toads.
PolyU & Huawei Set Up Joint Lab
The first joint laboratory of high-capacity optical communications and advanced computing systems in Hong Kong has been launched.
Glowing Molecules 3x More Efficient Than LEDs
The metal-free phosphorescent molecules glow three times as brightly as LEDs at room temperature.
Less Shoe, More Muscle
Running in minimalist shoes can increase and strengthen leg and foot muscle volume, according to a new study.
THE World Uni Rankings 2016-2017: National Uni Of Singapore Leads Asia
289 Asian universities from 24 countries make the overall Times Higher Education list of 980 institutions.
Perovskite Solar Cells Made 30 Percent More Efficient
A rose petal-inspired design has helped improve the energy conversion efficiency of perovskite solar cells.
HKU & PolyU Launch Respiratory Virus Research Foundation
The new Respiratory Virus Research Foundation will focus on diagnostics and translational research in the form of new drugs and vaccines.
Super Sensitive Biosensor Measures Glucose In Saliva
Researchers have developed a highly sensitive glucose detector that can measure blood glucose levels from saliva.
