CityU Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences Newsletter Issue 14

CRITTERS

AUTUMN 2024 Issue 14

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Dean’s Message 院長的話 Dear Friends of Jockey Club College of the Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC), Welcome to this edition of Critters. It is the first anniversary of the international accreditation of our Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Programme by the UK based Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the Australian based Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC).

We have now graduated two cohorts of veterinarians and continue to admit the best and brightest students to the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) to all of our undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Preparations are well underway for our Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences program to be the next undergraduate program to receive dual accreditation by Institute of Biomedical Sciences, UK and the Medical Laboratory Technologists Board, Hong Kong). This will further ensure the competitiveness of our graduates in their professional career development.

Our partnership with Cornell University continues to thrive as reflected by the ongoing success of our joint PhD programme and the introduction of the BVM Flagship Scholarships (https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/education/undergraduate-programmes/bachelor-veterinary-medicine/flagshipscholarships), which enable top performing students admitted into the BVM program to pursue additional summer research and clinical programmes at Cornell. Earlier in 2024 President Freddy Boey and I visited Cornell to meet with the President, Provost and Dean of Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine and celebrate 15 years since the first Cornell agreement was signed between our two institutions in 2009.

As you read through this issues of Critters you will see that the JCC is going from strength to strength - both thriving and maturing. 親愛的城大賽馬會動物醫學及生命科學院友好： 歡迎閱讀今期《Critters》！今年是獸醫學學士（BVM）課程通過英國皇家獸醫學院 （RCVS）及澳新獸醫管 理局理事會（AVBC）兩項國際認可的一週年。 我們至今歡送了兩屆獸醫學畢業生，繼續迎接更多傑出學生入讀賽馬會動物醫學及生命科學院 （JCC）多個 本科及研究生課程。 我們正密鑼緊鼓推出生物醫學學士課程，這個全新本科課程將獲得英國生物醫學學會及香港醫務化驗師管理委 員會的雙重認證，進一步確保我們的畢業生在專業發展中的競爭力。 我們與美國康奈爾大學並駕齊驅，雙方合辦的博士課程深受歡迎，還推出獸醫學學士旗艦獎學金 （ https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/education/undergraduate-programmes/bachelor-veterinary-medicine/flagshipscholarships），讓獸醫學學士課程優異生有機會遠赴康奈爾，參加該校的暑期研究和臨床實習計劃。2024年 初，我和城大校長梅彥昌教授訪問康奈爾大學，與該校校長、教務長及獸醫學院院長會面，慶祝兩校自2009 年簽署首份協議以來長達15年的合作。 今期《Critters》讓您見證賽馬會動物醫學及生命科學院日益茁壯，蓬勃發展。 Sincerely,

Dean of JCC and BOCHK Endowed Chair Professor of Veterinary Medicine

CONTENTS A WARM WELCOME TO NEW FACULTY MEMBERS 歡迎新聘教研人員 PAGE 4-5 FACULTY PROFILES FACULTY PROFILE: PROFESSOR REBECCA TRAUB DEPARTMENT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND PUBLIC HEALTH 介紹傳染病及公共衛生學系REBECCA TRAUB 教授 PAGE 6-9 FACULTY INTERVIEWS - PROFESSOR KATIE CHAN & PROFESSOR COLIN CAI 學院教授專訪 - 陳紀行教授及蔡文龍教授 PAGE 10-19 JCC & BACHELOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE PROGRAMME NEWS JCC GRADUATION CEREMONIES 2023 & 2024 2023年度及2024年度城大賽馬會動物醫學及生命科學院畢業慶典 PAGE 20-27 BACHELOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE ALUMNI INTERVIEWS - DR TOBY CHU & DR GABRIELLE HO 獸醫學學士課程舊生訪問 - 何亦 獸醫及朱加韜獸醫 PAGE 28-36 FIELD TRIPS & OUTWARD BOUND ACTIVITIES FOR BACHELOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE STUDENTS 從課堂到荒野：一年級獸醫學學生挑戰外展訓練營 PAGE 37-41 WHITE COAT CEREMONY 2024 2024年白袍畢業禮 PAGE 42-45 CITYUHK PET POWER: CELEBRATING THE HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND EVENT 城大舉辦「CITYUHK PETPOWER」宣揚動物與人類連結的力量 PAGE 46-49 CITYUHK’S VETERINARY MEDICINE SOCIETY ENGAGES HONG KONG EDUCATORS WITH BACHELOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW 香港城市大學獸醫學科聯會向香港教育界介紹獸醫學學士課程 PAGE 50 DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (DEI) 推動多元、公平與共融（DEI) PAGE 51-53 DEPARTMENTAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS DEPARTMENT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND PUBLIC HEALTH 傳染病及公共衛生系 PAGE 55-60 TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION (THE) GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT CONGRESS 2024 泰晤士高等教育（THE）全球可持續發展峰會 2024 PAGE 61-70 UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL – PH’S TRANSFORMATIVE COMMUNICATION AND CONFERENCE COURSE 發揮學生潛能改善溝通與會議課程 PAGE 71-72 DEPARTMENT OF VETERINARY CLINICAL SCIENCES 臨床動物醫學系 PAGE 73-77 INSIGHTS INTO VETERINARY PATHOLOGY: CITYUHK VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY'S ROLE 深入獸醫病理學：城大獸醫診斷實驗室的角色 PAGE 78-82 ASIA PACIFIC EXOTIC ANIMAL VETERINARY CONFERENCE 2024 2024年度亞太異寵醫師講壇 PAGE 83-87 CITYUHK VETERINARY MEDICAL CLINIC DENTISTRY AND ORAL SURGERY SPECIALTY CARE SERVICEA COMPREHENSIVE ORAL CARE EXPERIENCE 城大動物醫療中心牙科及口腔外科專科全面的口腔護理體驗 PAGE 88-92 DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSCIENCE 神經科學系 PAGE 93-99 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NEUROSCIENCE (MSN) 理學碩士（神經科學） PAGE 100-105 DEPARTMENT OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES 生物醫學系 PAGE 106-112

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A Warm

Welcome to New Faculty Members The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences is proud to welcome and introduce our newest faculty members.

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Prof. Lingxi CHEN Assistant Professor

Prof. Peter V. LIDSKY Assistant Professor

Prof. Xi CHEN Assistant Professor

陳凌曦教授

陳曦教授 (Department of Biomedical Sciences & Department of Neuroscience)

Prof. Rebecca TRAUB Head/Chair Professor

Prof. Elliott CHIU Assistant Professor

Prof. Zhitao HU Associate Professor

Prof. Christy HUNG Associate Professor

Prof. Yuxiang SUN Assistant Professor

胡志濤教授

洪藹楹教授

孫宇翔教授

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From the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health

Introducing Professor Rebecca Traub Transforming Veterinary Policy: Professor Rebecca's Path in Parasitology Rebecca graduated with a Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree (Murdoch University, Western Australia) in 1997 and subsequently worked as an emergency and critical care veterinarian in small animal practice. In 2004, she completed her PhD (Murdoch University) on canine parasitic zoonoses in remote teagrowing communities of India, for which she was awarded the John Adrian Sprent Prize for an outstanding thesis in Parasitology by the Australian Society for Parasitology. She was subsequently successful at gaining an Australian Research Council Industry Postdoctoral Fellowship to expand her research to Thailand and, in 2006, gained a Lectureship in Veterinary Public Health at the University of Queensland.

In 2014, she moved to the University of Melbourne Veterinary School as an Associate Professor of Parasitology. In 2018, Rebecca was promoted to Professor and in 2021, she was awarded an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship to work on novel diagnostics aimed at protecting Australia’s borders against companion animal vector-borne disease incursions.

Prof. Rebecca Traub Head, Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health Chair Professor of Parasitology 主 傳 病 共衛⽣學 寄⽣物學講座 授

Rebecca’s research has led to groundbreaking, translational discoveries on the diagnosis and epidemiology of emerging companion animal parasitic and vectorborne zoonoses. Her work has led to paradigm shifts in international veterinary and public health policy surrounding their diagnosis and control. Much of her fieldbased research and collaborations have

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In 2015, Rebecca founded the Australianbased not-for-profit Organisation, the Tropical Council for Companion Animal Parasites (TroCCAP), now considered a leading authority on best-practice guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment and control of companion animal parasites in the tropics.

She served as the President of the Australian Society for Parasitology 20212023 and is currently Vice-President. In 2018, Rebecca was elected “Leader in the Field of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology in Australia” by the League of Scholars, with results published in The Australian, “Research Stars of 2018”. In 2019, she was awarded the Bancroft Mackerras Medal of Excellence by the Australian Society of Parasitology, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the discipline.

focused on the Asia Pacific region and aim to engage veterinarians, medical practitioners, scientists and policymakers in government, not-for-profit organisations, and industry to form a group with core interests relating to One Health. Over the span of her career, she has served as an expert consultant to the World Health Organization and the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations and the World Organisation for Animal Health, governments in Asia and the Pacific, the Gates Foundation, the veterinary pharmaceutical and diagnostic industry, and other not-for-profit organisations. She has attracted over HK$ 50 million in external competitive research funding as primary or chief investigator.

Rebecca has supervised six postdoctoral fellows and 22 Research Higher Degree students to successful completion. She has published over 190 peer-reviewed journal articles in top-tiered international journals that have been cited over 10,000 times (hindex 55), including Nature Communications, The Lancet Global Health, Emerging Infectious Diseases, The Lancet Regional Health – Western Pacific, PloS Neglected Tropical Diseases, One Health, International Journal for Parasitology and Trends in Parasitology, and published three invited book chapters.

Ticks in a dog’s ear 狗 裡的蜱蟲

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In 2015, Rebecca founded the Australianbased not-for-profit Organisation, the Tropical Council for Companion Animal Parasites (TroCCAP), now considered a leading authority on best-practice guidelines for the diagnosis, treatment and control of companion animal parasites in the tropics.

2015年，Rebecca在澳洲 創立了非牟利組織——熱 帶寵物寄生蟲委員會 （TroCCAP），該組織 現已被公認為頂尖權威， 制訂了熱帶地區寵物寄生 蟲診斷、治療和控制的最 佳實踐指南。

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介紹傳染病及公共衛生學系Rebecca Traub 教授 改變獸醫政策：Rebecca教授在寄生 蟲學中的道路 Rebecca Traub 於1997年 於 梅鐸⼤ 學 得獸 學 科學⼠學位 在⼩ 動物診所 救和 切治療獸 2004 年 在梅鐸⼤學完成 ⼠學位 研 度 社 的⽝ 寄⽣蟲性⼈畜共患病 因 得 寄⽣蟲學會頒發的John Adrian Sprent 表彰 在寄⽣蟲學 域的卓越論 ⽂ 得 研 局的產 ⼠ 學 展⾄泰國 並於2006年在 ⼠ ⼤學 得獸 共衛⽣學講師席位 2014 年 加 墨爾本⼤學獸 學院 成為寄⽣ 蟲 學 副 授 2018 年 Rebecca 晉 升 為 授 並於2021年 得 研 局的未來研 員 學⾦ ⼒於開發 型診斷⽅法 免受 物傳 的傳 病 ⾦

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Rebecca的研 在 興 物寄⽣蟲性和 介 傳 ⼈畜共患病的診斷和 ⾏病學上 得了 破性的轉 性發現 的⼯作在國 獸 和 共衛⽣政 中 來 式轉 尤其在診 斷和 制 略⽅⾯ 的研 基於對亞太 的實 考 和合作 在促 獸 ⼈員 科學家 政府 牟利組織 ⾏ 中 者的合作 形成⼀個推動「健 ⼀ 」的核⼼群

Prof. Rebecca was doing fieldwork in Cambodia.

Rebecca 授在柬埔 ⾏實 考 在頂尖國 期刊發表了超 190 同⾏評 的⽂章 引⽤ 超 1 （h55） 包括《⾃ 訊》 《Lancet 球健 》 《 興 傳 病 》 《 Lancet 域 健 西太平洋 》 《PLoS被忽視 病》 《健 ⼀ 》 《國 寄⽣蟲學 誌》和《寄⽣蟲學趨 》 並出 了三 專書章

在 的 ⽣涯中 曾 世界衛⽣組 織 合國 組織和世界動物衛⽣ 組織的專家 問 亞太 政府 基⾦會 獸 品和診斷⼯ 其 牟利 組織的 問 作為主 或⾸席 員 得超 5,000 港幣的 部競爭研 助 並 6 ⼠ 研 員和22 研 ⾼ 學位 學⽣ 協助 們完成研 項⽬

2015年 Rebecca在 ⽴了 牟利組織 —— 物寄⽣蟲 員會（TroCCAP） 該 組織現已被 為頂尖 制訂了 物寄⽣蟲診斷 治療和 制的 佳實踐 南 在2021⾄2023年 寄⽣蟲學 會會⻑ ⽬ 副會⻑ 2018 年 Rebecca被學者 盟 為「 學和寄 ⽣蟲學 域 袖」 結果於《The Australian》 的「2018年研 之星」專欄中發表 2019 年 因為對該學科的卓越貢 寄 ⽣蟲學會頒發Bancroft Mackerras卓越 章 9

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Prof. Katie Chan: Bridging Research and Family 陳紀行教授： 跨越科研與家庭的連結

When did you join JCC? Please provide some details of your background. ⾃我介紹⼀下 你是何 加 賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院

Professor Katie Chan

BEng (HKU), MPH (USC), PhD (UCLA)

I joined CityU’s Departments of Biomedical Sciences and Electrical Engineering in 2018.

During my undergraduate training in Information Engineering, I experienced the outbreak of SARS. That made me ponder as to how I could contribute to preventing pandemics like this. I therefore made the decision to pursue postgraduate training in public health, particularly epidemiology.

Associate Professor Department of Biomedical Sciences & Department of Electrical Engineering

陳紀⾏ 授 ⽣物 學

⼦⼯ 學 副 授

我於2018年加 城⼤⽣物 學 和 ⼯ 學 當年 讀信息⼯ 學學⼠課 期間 重 性呼 合症（SARS） 發 我 開 思未來應 何預防 球⼤ ⾏ 病 因⽽ 定 讀 共衛⽣ 域的研 ⽣課 尤其關注 ⾏病學

Professor Chan and her team. 陳 授 的研 團隊 11

2022年，我非常榮幸獲 得美國心臟協會 （AHA）| EPI Scott Grundy 傑出代謝研究 獎和AHA Paul Dudley White 國際學者獎。

What is your current position? ⽬ 的 位是什 I’m an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Biomedical Sciences and Electrical Engineering and am grateful to be appointed an Associate Professor from July 2024. 我本來是城⼤⽣物 學 和 ⼯ 學 助 理 授 幸剛於2024年7⽉晉升為副 授

What is your current research project? Please showcase your latest research findings, projects, or awards. 可否 享⼀下 的研 項⽬ 研 成果或所 項 My current research focuses on molecular epidemiology and big data clinical analysis, with a particular emphasis on addressing critical health issues in Hong Kong and around the globe, including but not limited to, cardiometabolic health issues, cancers, and mental illnesses. Apart from identifying disease determinants, we are also keen to build AI / machine learning based diseases prediction models, repurpose existing drugs and develop bioinformatics / data analytical tools.

I was very honoured to receive the American Heart Association (AHA) | EPI Scott Grundy Award for outstanding metabolic research and the AHA Paul Dudley White International Scholar award in 2022.

我 的研 重點是 ⼦ ⾏病學和⼤ 臨床 析 別關注 港和 球重⼤健 問 題 ⼼⾎ 代 癌症和 神 病 我們的研 不僅 ⼒於識別 病的因 素 開發建基於⼈⼯智 和 器學 的 病預測 型 重 定位現 物 開 發⽣物信息學和 析⼯具 2022 年 我 常 幸 得 國 ⼼ 協 會 （AHA）| EPI Scott Grundy 出代 研 和AHA Paul Dudley White 國 學者

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I was very honoured to receive the American Heart Association (AHA) | EPI Scott Grundy Award for outstanding metabolic research and the AHA Paul Dudley White International Scholar award in 2022.

We know you have a family. Please provide some details about your family. For example, how many children do you have, and how old are they? 你已組織家庭 可否介紹⼀下你的家庭 My husband and I have two young children a daughter aged 10 and a son aged 6 1/2.

When I joined CityU/JCC, my son was just 3 months old. Time flies! 我和丈夫 兩個孩⼦——10歲的 兒和6歲半 的兒⼦ 回想我剛加 賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣ 命科學院 兒⼦才3個⽉⼤ 真是歲⽉

Do you believe in work-life harmony? How do you organise your time to achieve work-life harmony? 為⼯作 ⽣活之間應該 何平衡 Of course! I was trained to prioritise this from my doctoral training: Health, Family, Work because we need to have good health and a happy life to be productive at work.

Achieving work-life harmony is certainly a challenge, but I've found that maintaining a structured routine, prioritising family time, and leveraging technology have been key to managing my responsibilities effectively. I also greatly benefit from the support of my extended family.

Professor Chan and her family. 陳 授 家⼈

我在攻讀 ⼠學位 就學會了 健 家庭和⼯作 先 序來 事 成 基礎是 擁 健 和幸福的⽣活 求 ⼯作 ⽣活的平衡是⼀個挑戰 但我發現 ⼯作更 效率 關鍵是 規律的⽇ 常 重視家庭 間和 利⽤科技 我 常 激家⼈的⽀

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How did you overcome it? 是 何克服 挑戰 I am really grateful to have drawn upon my research experience to contribute to the development of an AI-driven health assessment model, which has been an immensely rewarding endeavour. My faith in Christ provided a critical source of hope and inspiration that guided me through the most difficult moments. Strong family support helped a lot too.

What has been the most challenging moment of your working life? ⼯作⽣涯中 到的 ⼤挑戰是什 One of the most difficult moments in my career was navigating the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic. The stress and uncertainty of that period was one of the greatest challenges I've faced in my career.

It required a lot of resilience, adaptability and a strong commitment. I can still remember the time when I burnt the midnight oil to write grant proposals because that was the quietest time of the household during that period of time.

得 的研 經驗 讓我 參 開發⼀ 個基於⼈⼯智 的健 評估 型 給我 來 ⼤的成就 基督 信仰給我重 的希 和 幫助我渡 了 艱難的 刻 ⽽強 ⼤的家庭⽀ 給我 ⼤的幫助

我 ⽣涯中其中⼀段 具挑戰的 刻 是 應對2019冠狀病 疫 的變幻 測 那段 間的 ⼒和不確定性是我在 ⽣涯中 ⼤ 的挑戰之⼀ ⼤的毅⼒ 活性和堅 定的信 來克服 我⾄ 仍記得那 夜 寫 助申 書的⽇⼦ 因為那是家中 的 間

What are your plans for the next five years? 未來五年 什 計劃 Looking ahead, my plans for the next five years include continuing to build upon my research foundation, securing additional funding, and expanding my mentorship of young scholars. Watching them grow, challenge me with new ideas, and ultimately make their own meaningful contributions to the field is incredibly rewarding.

I'm also eager to deepen my engagement with the local community, with the goal of translating my research into tangible improvements in public health. I would like to ensure my work has a real, positive impact on people's lives.

Professor Chan and her students. 陳 授 的學⽣

未來五年 我會繼續 固⾃⼰的研 基礎 爭 更 助 並 更 年輕學者 看着 們成⻑ 受 們的 思想 發 並 終在 個 域作出貢 給我 ⾜ 我 加 本 社 的互動 ⾃⼰的 研 轉 為切實可⾏的 共健 改 措 希 我的⼯作 續對⼈們的⽣活產⽣積 的影響 14

Professor Colin Cai: Pioneering Aquatic Animal Health 蔡文龍教授： 持續推動水生動物健康

When did you join JCC? Please provide some details of your background. ⾃我介紹⼀下 你是何 加 賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 I joined JCC in October 2021 during the Covid19 pandemic. I was born in Mainland China (Shandong province), and I spent 8 years in the U.S., where I obtained my master’s and doctoral degrees in Aquaculture and Aquatic Animal Health from Auburn University (Alabama, USA). Following this, I completed my postdoctoral training at the Atlantic Veterinary College (UPEI, Canada), focusing on the immunity and parasitic prevention study of Atlantic salmon. I am also the father of two kids.

Professor Colin Cai

BSc, MSc, MVM, PhD

Assistant Professor in Aquaculture and Aquatic Animal Health Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health

我於2021年10⽉在 冠疫 期間加 城⼤賽 ⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 我出⽣於中國 ⼭東省 在 國⽣活了 年 在阿拉巴⾺ 本⼤學 得⽔產 和⽔⽣動物健 碩⼠ 和 ⼠學位 我在加拿⼤ 德 王⼦ 島⼤學⼤西洋獸 學院完成了 ⼠ 培訓 專注於⼤西洋三⽂⿂的免疫和寄⽣蟲預防研 我 是兩個孩⼦的⽗

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Professor Cai and his family.

授 家⼈

What is your current position? ⽬ 的 位是什 I currently work as an Assistant professor in the field of Aquaculture and Aquatic Animal Health.

With limited land resources and a growing global population, our world’s oceans hold immense potential to provide a healthy and sustainable protein source for humans. My research and teaching efforts are dedicated to improving the health and welfare of aquatic animals, as well as advancing aquaculture practices to ensure they are sustainable and efficient.

Professor Cai and his research team. 授 其研 團隊

我⽬ 在⽔產 和⽔⽣動物健 域 助理 授 着⼟ 源 限和 球⼈⼝不 斷增⻑ 擁 ⼤ ⼒的海洋 為⼈ 提供 健 基礎和可 續的蛋⽩質來源 我的研 和 學⼯作 ⼒於改 ⽔⽣動物的健 和福 利 推動可 續且⾼效的⽔產 實 踐

Although the fish may appear healthy, they can harbour pathogens that become problematic when the fish are stressed by factors like temperature changes and handling. To address this, we are working on developing specific pathogen-free fish seeds.

儘管石斑魚可能看起來健 康，但它們攜帶的病菌在 溫度變化或養殖操作等應 激下可以誘發病害的發 生。為此，我們正在開發 特定無病原體魚苗。

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We know you have a family. Please provide some details about your family. For example, how many children do you have, and how old are they? 你已組織家庭 可否介紹⼀下你的家庭 I am married and have two wonderful kids.

My wife is from Florida, USA. Our daughter, who is 5 years old, was born in the United States and has adapted well to our life in Hong Kong. Her Cantonese is also progressing. My son, who is 2 years old, was born here in Hong Kong. He is full of energy and curiosity at this age, keeping us on our toes. Balancing family life with my professional responsibilities is both challenging and rewarding.

What is your current research project? Please showcase your latest research findings, projects, or awards. 可否 享⼀下 的研 項⽬ 研 成果或所 項 There are several projects going on in the lab. For example, we are developing an RPA lateral flow kit that can rapidly detect common bacterial and viral fish pathogens in aquatic environments. This kit operates similarly to the Covid-19 swab tests, but is customised for enhanced sensitivity by incorporating a nucleic acid amplification step. This project has received support from the HK Tech 300 seed fund. Another key initiative focuses on grouper, a popular fish species in Hong Kong. Although the fish may appear healthy, they can harbour pathogens that become problematic when the fish are stressed by factors like temperature changes and handling. To address this, we are working on developing specific pathogen-free fish seeds. By providing these high-quality seeds to farmers, we aim to promote sustainable aquaculture development in Hong Kong.

我已 兩個可 的孩⼦ 我的太太來⾃ 國佛羅⾥ 兒5歲 在 國出⽣ 已融 港⽣活 東話不斷 步 兩歲 的兒⼦ 在 港出⽣ 個年 是 活 ⼒和 奇⼼ 我們 得不可開交 平衡家 庭和⼯作責 不易 卻很值得

Professor Cai and his family.

我的實驗室裡 個正在 ⾏的項⽬ 我們正在開發⼀種RPA側 檢測試劑盒 可 檢測⽔中常⾒的細 和病 ⿂ 病 原 個試劑盒的 作 冠病 拭⼦ 測試 但由於加 了核 增步 因⽽可 提⾼ 敏度 個項⽬得到城⼤ 計劃HK Tech 300種⼦基⾦的⽀ 另⼀個重 項⽬是針對 港⼈喜 的⽯斑 ⿂ 儘 ⽯斑⿂可 看 來健 但它們 的病 在溫度變 或 作 應激下可 誘發病 的發⽣ 為 我們正在開發 定 病原 ⿂ 並向 戶提供⾼質量的 ⿂ 從⽽促 港⽔產 的可 續發 展

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Do you believe in work-life harmony? How do you organise your time to achieve work-life harmony? 為⼯作 ⽣活之間應該 何平衡 Sure thing. I first want to thank my wife for dedicating her time to taking care of the two children. The support from her is important for maintaining a good work-life balance.

Regarding my work, one key strategy is prioritizing my to-do list. I think the “80/20 rule” is a good example, which suggests that roughly 80% of consequences come from 20% of the causes. By dedicating my energy to the most impactful 20%, I can achieve significant results without spreading myself too thin. I also reserve at least one day a week for outdoor activities with my family.

This time is helpful for us to connect and enjoy family time away from the pressure of work and daily routines. Additionally, I try to limit screen time for both myself and my children when we are home, ensuring we engage in meaningful family activities together.

What has been the most challenging moment of your working life? ⼯作⽣涯中 到的 ⼤挑戰是什 I generally enjoy my work, but occasionally there have been times when multiple deadlines all come in together and create stress. The first year was particularly challenging when there was a need to balance teaching responsibilities, secure funding for projects and establish my research lab. This period involved many late nights and moments of self-doubt as I worked to manage these multiple tasks.

我⾸先 太太 間照 兩個孩⼦ 的⽀ 對我維 ⼯作和⽣活平衡⾄關重 在⼯作上 我會 出 先 理的事項 並堅 守「 ⼆法則」 即80%的結果是由 重 的 20% 定的 我 ⼒ 中在 重 的兩成 上 就 專⼼ 志 得成果 我每星期 少 ⼀天 家⼈做戶 活動 種 間 助我 們維繫關 在 ⼯作和⽇常 ⼒ 享受 家庭之 我 試限制⾃⼰和孩⼦ 們的屏 間 確 ⼤家 投 意義 的家庭活動

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I think that maintaining a positive mindset is crucial when facing challenges.

How did you overcome it? 是 何克服 挑戰 I think that maintaining a positive mindset is crucial when facing challenges. I also focused on sorting out my priorities, and I found it is important to seek advice from senior colleagues. This experience taught me valuable lessons in time management and maintaining perseverance.

What are your plans for the next five years? 未來五年 什 計劃 I hope I can generate impactful research outcomes in our lab. I would like to strengthen collaborations with industry partners, government agencies, and other academic institutions. Through these multidisciplinary collaborations, I hope to facilitate the transfer of research findings into real-world applications that support the growth of the aquaculture sector. I also hope that the graduate students in our lab can get the adequate support and resources they need to succeed in their research and build successful careers.

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為⾯對挑戰 積 ⼼ ⾄關重 我 會 先 序完成⼯作 並向 同事 求建議 經驗 我學 間 理 和堅 不 的重 性

我希 我們的實驗室 成影響 的研 成果 亦希 加強 產 政府 構和其 學 構的合作 跨學科的合作 我希 研 成果轉 為現實應⽤ 從⽽⽀ ⽔產 的發展 我 希 實驗室的研 ⽣們 得到 的⽀ 和 源 各⾃建⽴ 成功的事

我認為面對挑戰時， 保持積極心態至關重要。

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A NEW ERA IN VETERINARY EDUCATION JCC'S DEBUT VETERINARY MEDICINE COHORT Mr. Richard Shah

(First row from left) Professor Lorin Warnick, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University; Professor Vanessa Barrs, Dean of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC); Mr Charles Chin Ying-on, Council Treasurer; Professor Freddy Boey Yin Chiang, CityUHK President; Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Former Chief Executive of the HKSAR; Dr Chung Shui-ming, CityUHK Pro-Chancellor; Mr Lester Garson Huang, Council Chairman of CityUHK; Mr Rex Wong Siu-han, JP, Council Member of CityUHK; Professor Way Kuo, Emeritus President of CityUHK; Professor Kevin Downing Council Secretariat of CityUHK together with faculty members of the JCC and BVM graduates pose for a group photo at the graduation gala.

The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) celebrated a major milestone as 11 trailblazers became the first-ever graduates of its Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) programme and Hong Kong’s first ever veterinary graduates at the inaugural Graduation Gala on October 28th, 2023. These rising vets impressed everybody with their academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and unwavering commitment to animal health and welfare. With problemsolving prowess and innovative mindsets, these graduates are poised to make a lasting paw-print on the field.

The event was graced by the presence of many distinguished guests including the Dean of Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Prof. Lorin Warnick and former CE of Hong Kong SAR Mrs Carrie Lam. Their attendance underscored the strong collaborative partnership between JCC and Cornell, the renowned American institution that has played a pivotal role in shaping the BVM programme. In addition to this partnership, the BVM programme obtained dual accreditation from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (AVBC).

Through sheer grit and an unbridled passion for their calling, they have not only survived but thrived in the college's rigorous veterinary programme. Professor Boey, President of City University of Hong Kong, expressed confidence in the graduates' preparedness to make a meaningful impact despite the countless hurdles they tackled throughout their intensive six-year journey, including the pandemic. JCC's pioneering veterinary students have emerged as true heroes - earning the prestigious title of registered veterinary surgeons in Hong Kong.

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(From left) Professor Way Kuo, Emeritus President of CityUHK; Professor Kevin Downing Council Secretariat of CityUHK; Mr Rex Wong Siu-han, JP, Council Member of CityUHK; Mr Charles Chin Ying-on, Council Treasurer; Mr Lester Garson Huang, Council Chairman of CityUHK; Mrs Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Former Chief Executive of the HKSAR; Dr Chung Shui-ming, CityUHK Pro-Chancellor; Professor Freddy Boey Yin Chiang, CityUHK President; Professor Vanessa Barrs, Dean of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC); Professor Lorin Warnick, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University

Professor Barrs, Dean of JCC, expressed gratitude to the pioneering vet grads, who have earned their prestigious veterinary registrations, empowering them to practice globally. While their skills are in high demand worldwide, all graduates have chosen to apply their expertise locally, underscoring their unwavering commitment to enhancing animal welfare in their community. This remarkable cohort's resilience, determination, and compassion have propelled them to the forefront of the veterinary field, poised to make an indelible impact.

The College takes immense pride in the accomplishments of these remarkable individuals and congratulates the BVM graduates on their success. As CityU's veterinary expertise continues to develop, with the opening of the CityU Farm and the upcoming Jockey Club One Health Tower, the future looks bright for the JCC and its graduates. The Class of 2023 is poised to make a lasting impact on the veterinary profession, and the entire JCC community eagerly awaits their contributions to the field.

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首屆獸醫學畢業生 迎接獸醫教育新紀元 Richard Shah先生

2023年10⽉28⽇ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 來了⼀個重 的⾥ 碑 11位先鋒成為⾸屆 獸 學學⼠課 （BVM） ⽣ 是 港⾸ 獸 學 ⽣ 們的學 成就 尖端研 動物健 福利的堅 ⼈讚歎 各⼈憑 應變才 和 思維 昂 踏上動物 學的 ⼤

典禮 引了眾 嘉賓出席 包括 國 爾⼤學獸 學院院⻑LORIN WARNICK 授 港 別 ⾏政 ⾏政⻑官林 ⽉ ⼠ 展 了城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 爾⼤學的緊密合 作 所 國學院在城⼤獸 學學⼠課 的設計和發展中 着關鍵⾓⾊ 學學⼠課 得 國皇家獸 學院（RCVS）和 獸 理局理事會（AVBC）的雙重 證 ⽣憑着 ⼒ 不僅捱 了艱⾟的獸 課 得卓越的成績 昌 授 出 們在六年 學 中跨 冠疫 重重難關 未來必 作出 物 學 ⽣命科學院⾸屆獸 學⽣昂 得 港註冊獸 的銜頭 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院院⻑BARRS 授對⾸屆 ⽣由衷 註冊 格 從 可 在世界各 執 雖 們的技 ⾏ 球 但所 ⽤ 展 了 們對提升本 動物福利的堅 種堅 ⼼和同理⼼ 域的 鋒 必會作出 貢

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們已 得寶貴的獸 ⽣都 擇在 港學 卓越 ⽣ 於獸

城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院對各⼈的成就 ⾃豪 並祝賀獸 學學⼠課 ⽣ 盡⽢來 着城⼤獸 專 續發展 包括城⼤ 場 ⽤和賽⾺會健 ⼀ ⼤ 建成 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院和校友的未來⼀ 光明 2023屆 ⽣ 對獸 ⾜輕重 學院上下 切期 們作 出的貢

BVM graduates recite the Veterinarian’s Oath together with the Dean, Professor Vanessa Barrs. 獸 學學⼠課 ⽣們 院⻑Vanessa Barrs 授⼀同宣讀獸 誓⾔

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The Class of 2023

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THE CLASS OF 2024...

PhD graduates and Bachelor of Science graduates with the BMS faculty members.

Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) graduates in reciting the Veterinarian’s Oath.

JCC 2024 GRADUATION GALA: NURTURING FUTURE LEADERS Mr. Richard SHAH

The Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) at the City University of Hong Kong celebrated a momentous occasion on June 12th, 2024, as hundreds of our students graduated across the college's diverse programme offerings. This was a particularly special ceremony, as it marked the successful completion of academic journeys in a wide range of critical fields from all four of our College’s departments.

Chief among the graduates were the second cohort of 14 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) students. Following in the footsteps of the previous pioneering group, these newly minted veterinary practitioners are poised to provide animal health care and expertise across many different fields both in Hong Kong and beyond.

Alongside the BVM graduates, the ceremony also celebrated the first cohort to complete the college's acclaimed Master of Science in Neuroscience programme. These individuals have honed their skills in cutting-edge neuroscience research. Their groundbreaking work lays the foundation for innovative therapies and treatments that will redefine lives.

The graduating class also included recipients of the Doctor of Philosophy degree, showcasing the College's commitment to fostering the next generation of research pioneers. These doctoral graduates have dedicated themselves to pushing the boundaries of knowledge in fields ranging from Biomedical Sciences to Infectious Diseases and Public Health.

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BVM Graduates together with faculty members of the JCC and guests pose for a group photo at the graduation ceremony.

The Department of Biomedical Sciences proudly awarded Master of Science degrees in Health Sciences and Management, equipping students with the interdisciplinary expertise to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape. Additionally, the department celebrated the accomplishments of Bachelor of Science graduates in Biological Sciences and Biomedical Sciences, who will bring their scientific acumen to a wide array of industries and endeavors.

From the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, students completed Master of Science degrees in Public Health and Epidemiology, as well as the Doctor of Philosophy program.

These graduates will play vital roles in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of communities, both locally and globally, by leveraging their deep understanding of public health challenges and innovative solutions.

As the Hong Kong community gathered to celebrate this diverse class of graduates, the Jockey Club College looked ahead with immense pride and optimism. These remarkable individuals are poised to make transformative impacts in their respective fields, positively shaping the future of healthcare, scientific discovery, animal welfare, and beyond. The JCC community eagerly anticipates the lasting contributions and inspiring journeys that lie ahead for the Class of 2024.

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JCC Graduati on

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2024畢業慶典：培育未來領袖 Richard Shah先生

2024年6⽉12⽇ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 ⾏了隆重的典禮 學⽣ 誌着學院旗下四個學 不同 域的學 旅 圓 結束 其中 引⼈注⽬的是 ⼆屆獸 學學⼠（BVM）課 14 學⽣緊 在 港 其 不同層⾯提供動物 理 專 知識

的 ⼠學位學⽣ 展 了賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院⽮志培 ⽣ 投 ⽣物 學 傳 病和 共衛⽣ 域 推動知識的發展

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Master of Science in Neuroscience graduates of Department of Neuroscience. 理學碩⼠(神經科學) ⽣

Doctor of Philosophy graduate with family and Professor Eddie Ma 哲學 ⼠ ⽣ 家⼈ ⾺智謙 授

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BVM Alumi Interviews 獸 學學⼠課 ⽣訪問

Dr Toby Chu 朱加韜獸

FROM STUDENT TO VETERINARIAN 從學生到獸醫

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Dr Gabrielle HO DR. S ' E L L E I R B A L G A N O I S S E F PRO Y E N R 的 JOU 醫 獸 㬢 何亦 程 旅 業 職

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is a member of the first ever batch of locally trained veterinarians from City University of Hong Kong. After graduating in October 2023, she is now practising as an associate veterinary surgeon at Victory Animal Hospital in Hong Kong, consolidating her veterinary basics in small animal medicine. Meanwhile, she is also a part-time aquatic veterinarian, helping out local fish and shrimp farmers in daily production at the level of population medicine. 是 港城市⼤學⾸ 本 訓練的獸 之⼀ 於2023年10 ⽉ ⽬ 於 港勝利動物 院 助理獸 科 ⽣ ⼩ 動物 學基礎知識學 ⽤ 同 兼 ⽔產動物獸 在 學 層⾯協助本 ⿂蝦 戶提⾼⽣產

What is your current job? Please provide some details about your employer, such as the company name and nature of the business, as well as your position. 介紹⼀下 的⼯作和 主

Outside the clinic, I travel to different fish farms with the CityU Ambulatory Aquatic Team for routine water quality testing, screening for parasites and also performing necropsies on sick fish to find out what is causing mortalities in food fish populations.

I am currently working as a full-time associate small animal veterinary surgeon in a private clinic (Victory Animal Hospital), as well as a part-time junior ambulatory aquatic veterinarian helping local fish and shrimp farmers.

我⽬ 在私 的勝利動物 院 助理 ⼩動物獸 科 ⽣ 同 兼 初 動⽔ 產動物獸 幫助本 ⿂蝦 戶 我的⼯作⼤ 涉 狗狗 各 其 包括⼀ 診療 基本⼿ 絕 洗 和 理住院患者 為 或 磁⼒共 診斷 ⾏ 在診所 我 着城⼤ 動⽔產團隊 往不同⿂場 ⾏ 定期⽔質檢測 寄⽣蟲 並對病⿂ ⾏ 剖 明 ⽤⿂的 原因

Most of the time, I work with dogs and cats, performing a variety of tasks, ranging from conducting general consultations, performing basic surgeries (e.g., neutering, dental polishing and extractions), managing hospitalised patients, to conducting general anaesthesia for CT or MRI diagnostics.

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What are your career goals? 的 ⽬ 是什 I am not really the kind of person who has a very clear and ambitious goal. For me, being able to enjoy what I am doing and being able to help animals, owners or even farmers at different levels is my biggest motivation. Not every patient will have a positive outcome, even with the best possible treatment.

Instead of pushing myself and feeling the grief with a very small number of negative outcomes, I hope I can focus on the positive things that I am doing, being thankful of what I achieve day by day as a fresh graduate.

Eventually, with my fundamental knowledge and skills that I have gained throughout vet school and early work life, I would love to extend my ability to more species.

What do you think are the differences between a vet student and a vet? 現在 了 覺得獸 學⽣和正式獸 之 間的 別是什

我不是那種⽬ 明確或雄⼼壯志的⼈ 對我 來 ⼀ 享受⼯作 ⼀ 在不同層⾯幫助 動物 物主⼈和 ⺠ 已是我 ⼤的動 ⼒ 即使 的治療 未必惠 每個患 者 其 ⾃⼰為少 壞結果 傷 我希 專注於 的改變 同 為⾃⼰作為 ⽣ 所 的成就 恩 憑着在獸 學院和早期⼯ 作學到的基本知識和技 我希 ⾃⼰的 ⼒ 應⽤在更 動物品種

As a vet student, skill-set development is the main objective for building the fundamental knowledge base for future practice.

However, as a real vet who is responsible for the animal and the owner, there is a lot more to take into consideration besides knowing what is the best treatment plan for the animal. Sometimes, even with the best knowledge, clients eventually will not be able to pursue what is best for the animal clinically because of various reasons, including financial concerns and other ethical issues. Therefore, learning how to communicate and deal with different people in different ways is another skill that we need to develop as time goes on. 獸

學⽣ 為未來執 建⽴知識基礎 ⾸先 發展出⼀套技 ⽽ 真正的獸 為 動物和 物主⼈負責 除了知 佳治療⽅ 考 更 問題 就 擁 的知識 客⼈ 會因為財政問題或其 德議題⽽不 給動物 的臨床治療 因 學 何 不同⽅式跟⼈交 是我們 發展的另⼀種技

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Looking back to your student life; what was the most enjoyable or unforgettable moments? 回 學 ⽣涯 享受或 難 的 刻是 什 Travelling overseas for clinical placements with the whole class was definitely the highlight. Despite going through our clinical years during covid, we still managed to fly over to Cornell University to spend a semester in one of the world’s top vet schools. Those months were an eyeopening experience, and the most memorable thing was performing my very first cat spay with students from all over the world.

What was the most challenging moment during your studies, and how did you overcome it? 在學 ⼤挑戰是什 是 何克服 的

難 的⼀定是 出國做臨床實 雖 正值疫 但我們仍 去世界頂尖獸 學校 之⼀ 爾⼤學 ⾏為期⼀個學期的實 那 個⽉是⼀ ⼤開眼界的經 難 是 跟來⾃世界各 的學⽣⼀同完成了我 ⼀ 絕 ⼿

It was not easy being a guinea pig in a new vet programme since we had no idea what to expect from the course. I would say that the start of rotations was the most challenging moment throughout the 6 years.

It took a while to transition from pure knowledge in lectures to applying it into clinical practice. Furthermore, other than clinical knowledge, learning how to communicate with colleagues and owners, as well as learning about the financial aspects of the profession also took a great deal of time and there were many occasions when we had to work on these aspects during overtime. 做 開獸 課 的⽩ 不容易 因為我 們難 預測課 的成果 我 為 六年裡 具挑戰性的 刻是輪轉實 的開 我 ⼀段 間 課堂知識應⽤到臨床實踐上 我 學 何 同事和動物主⼈溝 ⾏ 的財 理 經常 為 加

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What are your plans for the next five years? 未來五年 什 計劃 I never set a very clear long-term plan for myself since I know I have a very spontaneous heart. With my veterinary qualification, there are so many possibilities and career paths, ranging from different species to clinics, labs or even pharmaceuticals. I am still very early in my career and therefore I won’t limit myself to any field of interest!

Do you have any suggestions you would like to give to your junior fellow students or new upcoming students? 會給學弟學 或 ⽣什 建議

我從不為⾃⼰制訂明確的⻑ 計劃 因為我 知 ⾃⼰喜 ⼼所欲 獸 格給我很 擇 可 投 各 獸 診所 實驗 室 ⾄是製 司 我的 ⽣涯尚早 不會限制⾃⼰ 求 何 域

Be open to all the possible opportunities while you are still a student. There is so much we can do as a vet and universities are places where you can have a taste of the different fields in veterinary medicine before you choose a path that you eventually decide to pursue.

Getting into real clinical practices early in your vet school will also help a lot for the later years. No matter whether you are just shadowing, or being a vet tech or even a receptionist, these experiences will help you build a fundamental background before you get into the clinical years. You can actually retain the textbook knowledge better when you have seen things being applied practically before starting your rotations.

However, at the same time, remember to enjoy your time as a student with other classmates! 當你仍是學⽣ 應該擁抱眼 所 會 我們當獸 做的事 很 ⽽⼤學正是你 可 試不同動物 學 域的 ⽅ 直到你 終 定 踏上的 路 在獸 學院盡早開 臨床實踐 對學 期 會 很⼤幫助 論你只是 獸 ⼠或助⼿ 經驗都會為你在升讀臨床 學年 建⽴基礎 當你在實 得學 ⽤ 科書知識就更 刻 但記住 享受 同學共度的 光

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Dr Toby Chu S ' Y B O T T A .

DR RNEY MC U V O K J H U Y 在 T I 醫 C 獸 療 韜 朱加 獸醫醫 城大 的旅程 中心

朱加韜獸

is a local student from Hong Kong, and he is also a member of the first graduating cohort from the CityUHK vet programme. After his graduation, he returned to CityUHK Veterinary Medical Centre as a rotating intern. Dr Toby has a special interest in small animal emergency and critical care and internal medicine, and he would love to pursue his study in these areas. As a rotating intern, he assists in clinical teaching and has tight bonds WITH WHOM? within our community. 是 港本 學⽣ 是城⼤獸 課 ⾸屆 ⽣ 回到城⼤動物 療中⼼ 實 ⽣ 對⼩動物 診 切 治療 科 學 厚的興 希 在 域繼續 作 為輪科實 ⽣ 協助臨床 學 我們的社群建⽴緊密的 繫

What is your current job? Please provide some details about your employer, such as the company name and nature of the business, as well as your position. 介紹⼀下 的⼯作和 主

Besides clinical work, I am also involved in teaching some of our vet students who have clinical rotations at the hospital.

I am working as a rotating intern at CityUHK Veterinary Medical Centre, which is our university's teaching hospital. A rotating internship allows postgraduate training by rotating us through different specialty departments, and thus interns get to understand each specialty in greater depth.

我⽬ 在城⼤動物 療中⼼ 實 ⽣ 是我們⼤學的 學 院 實 計劃讓研 ⽣ 會在不同專科部⾨ ⾏培訓 從⽽ 了 各個專科 除了臨床⼯作 我 參 訓練獸 學⽣ ⾏ 院的臨床實

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What are your career goals? 的 ⽬ 是什 My goal is to pursue a career in emergency and critical care, or internal medicine. I developed strong interests in both while I was a student. I enjoy medical management of in-patients, it is like solving a puzzle and it brings me a lot of intellectual challenges. I also think proper stabilisation of critical patients plays an essential role in a hospital. 我的⽬ 是從事 診 切治療或 科 學 的⼯作 我在學⽣ 期已對 兩個 域 興 ⼜喜 住院患者的 療 理 是 在 ⼀個 題 給我 來很 智⼒上的挑 戰 我 為 定病危患者的病 對 院⼗ 重

Now that you have graduated. what do you think about the differences between a vet student and a qualified vet? 現在 了 覺得獸 學⽣和正式獸 之 間的 別是什 The biggest difference between being a vet and a vet student is about responsibility. As a vet, you are fully in charge of your patients, and all the nurses, technicians will be looking to you for your instructions.

Having a strong sense of commitment and re-sponsibility really helps as you will spend extra care and time on your patients, avoiding simple mistakes and also having a strong cooperation with the nurses. 正式獸 和獸 學⽣ ⼤ 別在於責 作 為獸 你 負責你的患者 所 ⼠ 和技 ⼈員都依 你的 強 的責 ⼼ 常重 因為 樣會讓你更加關⼼患 者 免犯 單錯 ⼜ ⼠ 緊密 合作

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Looking back at your student life; what was the most enjoyable or unforgettable moment? 回 學 ⽣涯 享受或 難 的 刻是 什 My most enjoyable moment as a student was during my Internal Medicine rotation.

We had a patient with protein-losing enteropathy, an intestinal disease that drains all the patient's protein. With endoscopy and diet change, the patient recovered fully and had a good quality of life, and the owners had much appreciation for our work. I don't think I will ever forget this patient and this is what keeps us moving!

What was the most challenging moment during your studies, and how did you overcome it? 在學 ⼤挑戰是什 是 何克服 的

在學 期間 我 享受 科實 的 刻 我 們曾經 ⼀位患 蛋⽩質 失性 病的患 者 種 病 失去所 蛋⽩質 鏡檢 和 整 患者完 了 ⽣活質素⼤⼤提升 主⼈對我們的⼯作 常 激 我永 不會 記 位患者 正 是激 我們向 的動⼒

The biggest challenge during my studies was the challenges as a result of me being an introvert. I might not seem like an introvert anymore, but I tried my best to open up and communicate with others. At school, you might get good grades even if you study alone very diligently; but in clinics, being a good team player is what makes you a good veterinarian. There is no need to be shy, as I have met a lot of amazing human beings in this industry and they are all here to help. As long as you are willing to share, they are equally willing to give you feedback, and this is how I overcame my hurdle. 在學 期間 我 ⼤的挑戰是⾃⼰的 向性 格 來的困難 或許現在我看 來不再那 向 但我曾經 ⼒敞開⾃⼰ ⼈交 在 學校 即使你獨⾃ ⼒學 得 成 績 但在診所 成為⼀ 的獸 你 必須是⼀位出⾊的團隊成員 不 因為我在 ⾏ 到了很 了不 的⼈ 們都願意提供幫助 只 你願意 享 們 都願意伸出援⼿ 就是我克服困難的⽅ 法

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Do you have any suggestions you would like to give to your junior fellow students or new upcoming students? 會給學弟學 或 ⽣什 建議 Students usually have the fear that they might not be ready for the job. But I always tell students: veterinary medicine is not only about your skill and knowledge, but it is also about how much you care about what you do. If you ever feel you are in trouble, don't be afraid to ask as we have many people who are trying to help; take a step forward and examine your patient, you will find a way. 學⽣ 常會 ⼼⾃⼰是否準 ⾜ 但我 是告 們 獸 學不僅僅關乎技 和知 識 更在於你對⼯作的關⼼和投 果你 到困惑 不 怕 求幫助 因為 很 ⼈願意幫助你 出⼀步 仔細檢 你 的患者 就會找到 ⽅法

What are your plans for the next five years? 未來五年 什 計劃 My plan is to look for a specialty internship or residency in other countries in the coming years. I would like to enrich my skills and knowledge in these fields as I think I still have a lot of room for improvement, and only with adequate knowledge can I provide optimal veterinary care for my patients. 我計劃 找未來 年在其 國家的專科實 或住院獸 訓練的 會 希 在 域提 升⾃⼰的技 和知識 我 為⾃⼰ ⼤⼤ 改 唯 當具 ⾜ 的知識 我才 為患 者提供 佳的獸 理

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BVM Outward Bound Camp Dr. Laurie Hippmann & Dr. Seems Tsang

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From Classroom to Wilderness: First-Year Veterinary Students Tackle Challenges at Outward Bound Camp Dr. Laurie Hippmann In February this year, first year veterinary students were given a break from their busy studies to attend a team building and leadership camp, hosted by Outward Bound (a multi-award winning outdoor education institution) on the picturesque shores of Sai Kung Country Park. Those who thought that these three days would be a relaxing trip to the beach were in for a rude shock! This camp was deliberately designed to push the physical and mental limits of participants, and it certainly ended up doing that.

There were a few tears, lots of expletives, and a few bruises and blisters. But the ‘survivors’ of the three-day camp did all come away with a huge smile, with memories and new life skills and friendships that would last a life-time after the muscle aches had settled down.

On day one, we were introduced to our guides for the coming three days. They informed us that our mission was to kayak around the waters of north eastern Hong Kong, and that we would be camping on remote beaches far away from civilization.

So we fully loaded up our kayaks with three days of supplies, tents, food and cooking equipment, and off we went. We needed to navigate with maps and compass to get to our destined campsite before nightfall. What we didn’t quite realise is that we seemingly went half way to the Philippines and back!

All we kept on hearing from our guide was that ‘we are almost there; our beach is just around the corner… only a few sea miles ahead’.

Dr. Laurie Hippmann obtained his Veterinary Degree at the University of Sydney, after which he spent seven years in mixed and rural practice in both Australia and the UK. A desire for further adventure took him to Hong Kong, where an initial three month trial period for the SPCA turned into a 11 year stay there.

During this time he also obtained an MBA from the University of Hong Kong. Dr. Laurie joined City University in 2022 as a Scientific Officer, and is involved in undergraduate clinical teaching in the fields of small animal and large animal medicine and surgery.

Sleeping was done in tents. We cooked all our own food on camp fires. The mornings started with a hike to watch the sun rise, and then packing up our equipment to paddle all day to our next remote location. We were also able to do some rock climbing, lots of swimming and diving into the sea from a 10metre-high platform.

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Dr. Seems Tsang When I received the invitation to join the 1st year BVM students on their Teamwork and Leadership camp, I had only been in my new role as Clinical Educator for one week. It seemed a unique opportunity to combine and share my love of the outdoors and camping with getting to know the students I would one day be teaching.

As for me… after a career based on being the decision-maker I discovered the freedom gained in trusting others to take charge. And that even a traditional Chinese meal of multiple sharing dishes and soup can be conjured up on a beach with nothing but creativity and some alcohol stoves!

We all had some trepidation of what was to come: thrown together into challenging circumstances with varying levels of experience across the group; some had never even stepped foot in Sai Kung previously.This 3-day adventure called for grit, flexibility, team-work, leadership, and self-management: skills which are very much relevant to a career in Veterinary Medicine, and which can be difficult to achieve in traditional education settings.Surrounded by clear blue skies, calm seas and some of the best scenery which Hong Kong has to offer, I watched initially shy and nervous students bond, take the lead, grow in confidence with each new experience, and come away positively changed. Outward Bound had taken us out of our comfort zones and they rose admirably to the occasion, gaining an important stepping stone in facing the trials and tribulations of a 6-year course and beyond.

Dr. Seems Tsang was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland, where she also earned her BVMS degree. After a couple of years in small animal practice in Yorkshire, she moved to Hong Kong in search of sunshine and to pursue her interest in working with exotic pets. With almost 2 decades in first opinion exotic and small animal practice, Dr. Seems has an interest in internal medicine and has obtained a postgraduate certification of Advanced Veterinary Practice in Small Animal Medicine from the University of Liverpool, as well as completing exams to become a Member of the Small Animal Medicine Chapter of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists. Dr. Seems joined the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences as a Clinical Educator in January 2024.

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從課堂到荒野： 一年級獸醫學學生 挑戰外展訓練營 Laurie Hippmann獸 年2⽉14⾄16⽇ 獸 學學⼠課 ⼀年 學 ⽣從百 之中抽 參加團隊合作 ⼒ 訓練 由 的 港 展訓練學校 Outward Bound於 的西貢郊野 海岸 辦 果你 為 三天是⼀趟陽光 海灘 之旅 定會⼤吃⼀ 因為 個訓練 的 設計刻意挑戰參加者的 ⼼ 限 ⽽且成功 ⼀天 我們 識了未來三天的 因⽽ 知 ⼤家的 是划獨⽊⾈環繞 港東 部 ⽔域 並在 ⽂明的 僻海灘上 於 是⼤家 三天所 的物 帳 物和烹 設 都裝上獨⽊⾈ 準 出發 我們 ⽤ 和 南針 求在天⿊ 趕到 卻沒 到划了 乎去到 律賓的⼀半路 ⼜得折 不斷傳來 「我們 到了 海灘就在 ⽅……只 海⾥ 」 我們⽩天 煮 晚上 帳 為床 每天 來先去攀⼭看⽇出 收拾裝 整天划到下⼀個 ⽬的 得爭 間 攀⽯ 游泳 從10 ⾼的平台跳⽔ 個旅 眼 和咒罵 不少瘀傷和 ⽔泡 但是 三⽇ 的「⽣ 者」都 出 意的 容 ⾁ 痛 ⼀天會 去 但 中回憶 學技 彼 的友誼卻 久 常

Laurie Hippmann獸 在 ⼤學 得獸 學學位 曾在 和 國的 合和 村 域 執 年 冒險 神 到 港 動物 協 會 由 初 的 三 個 ⽉ 試 ⽤ 期 變 成 了 11 年 在 期間 得 港⼤學⼯ 理學 碩⼠學位 並於2022年加 港城市⼤學 科學主 授⼩動物和⼤動物 學 科 域的本科臨床課 40

曾思敏獸

當我 獸 學學⼠課 ⼀年 作和 ⼒訓練 ⾃⼰才 星期 我覺得 是⼀個獨 會 戶 活動和 的 同 了 學⽣

學⽣參加團隊合 了臨床 師⼀ 可 享⾃⼰對 ⾃⼰ 來 的

回想出發 ⼤家都忐忑不 團隊裡各⼈的經驗不 ⼀ 卻 ⼀ 受挑戰 ⼈ ⾄從未踏⾜ 西 貢 三天 險 毅⼒ 活性 團隊合作 ⼒和⾃我 理 技 對獸 常重 但 從傳 中學識就不易 在 天碧海 港其中⼀ 的 景之中 我⽬睹原本 緊張的學⽣們建⽴友誼 着每 經 ⽽更 ⾃ 信 ⽽且越變越 港 展訓練學校讓⼤家⾛出 舒 個 成功 讓學⽣為挑戰不斷的 六年課 定了重 基⽯ ⽽我 我在⼯作上是⼀位 者 ⼈會為⾃⼰ 來⾃由 ⽽且 原來只 和⼀ 就 在海灘上烹製出傳 且 湯

發現信 ⼀點 意 中 ⽽

曾思敏獸 在 格 格拉斯哥出⽣成⻑ 在當 得獸 學學位 在約克郡 ⼩動物執 獸 年 來 港 求陽光 並投 珍 異獸獸 域 擁 20年珍 異獸 物和⼩動物的執 經 驗 對 科 學 厚興 並從利物浦⼤學 得 ⼩動物 學⾼ 獸 實踐研 ⽣證書 並 考試 成為 和 西 動 學院⼩動物 科 會成 員 Seems ⼠於2024年1⽉加 城⼤獸 臨床科 學 臨床 師

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Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine White Coat Ceremony 2024 Mr. Richard SHAH

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The atmosphere was filled with excitement and anticipation as the BVM year 5 students of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine & Life Sciences, donned their pristine white coats, signifying a significant milestone in their academic journey. As the students proudly wore their white coats, a symbol of professionalism, they embraced the responsibilities that come with being part of the veterinary profession. These young individuals have dedicated themselves to upholding the highest standards of veterinary practice, driven by a deep passion for animal care and welfare. The mentors, who have been guiding lights throughout their educational journey, bestowed upon them the wisdom and expertise needed to excel in their field. These aspiring veterinary professionals are now embarking on their final year of clinical placements, fully equipped with the knowledge, skills, and a strong commitment to practicing evidence-based veterinary medicine. Surrounded by their mentors and faculty members who have nurtured their growth throughout the five-year program, these students are ready to embrace the challenges and rewards that lie ahead.

Adding to the significance of this momentous occasion, we were honoured to welcome Dr. Francois Saulnier, a distinguished specialist veterinary surgeon, as our guest speaker. Dr. Saulnier delivered a moving speech that resonated with both the students and faculty members present. He emphasized the immense professional and personal fulfilment that comes with being a veterinarian, highlighting the profound impact they can have in their chosen fields. He also shed light on the challenges faced by professionals working in a public-facing industry and stressed on the importance of having mentors and a strong support network to navigate the complexities and demands of the veterinary profession successfully. His insights served as a reminder to the students that their journey does not end with the acquisition of knowledge but extends to the cultivation of relationships and ongoing growth as compassionate practitioners.

The students recite the Veterinarian’s Oath together with the Dean, Professor Vanessa Barrs. 學⽣們 院⻑Vanessa Barrs 授⼀同宣讀獸 誓⾔

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The evening culminated with, led by Dean Vanessa Barrs. BVM students recited the following Veterinary Oath:

I PROMISE AND SOLEMNLY DECLARE that I will pursue the work of my profession with integrity and accept my responsibilities to the public, my clients, the profession, and that, ABOVE ALL, my constant endeavour will be to ensure the health and welfare of animals committed to my care.

I will practise my profession ethically and conscientiously and strive to improve my professional knowledge and competence through lifelong learning.

Our BVM students recite the oath twice before they graduate – once before they enter their clinical year, to mark the transition to their clinical training year, and on the day of their graduation.

Dr. Francois Sualnier, specialist veterinary surgeon 專 科獸 Francois Saulnier獸

As the students proudly wore their white coats, a symbol of professionalism, they embraced the responsibilities that come with being part of the veterinary profession.

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2024年白袍畢業禮 Richard Shah先生 當賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院的獸 學學⼠課 （BVM）五年 學⽣披上 挺的⽩袍 現場 了興奮和期 的 因為 意味 們的學 ⽣涯踏上了重 ⾥ 碑 ⽩袍不僅 專 更 載着 們 為獸 的重 年輕⼈⽮志⾼ 獸 實踐的 ⾼ 準 並對動物 理 福利 在 段 路 上 ⼀直 誘的 師們不僅授予 們 ⾏ 所 的智 和專 知 識 培 出各⼈ 在 域發光發 的 件 躊 志的學⽣踏上臨床實 的 ⼀年 ⼿握知識和技 堅定 實踐 證獸 學 春 的 師和 員⼀直陪伴左右 讓 們準 ⽅的 辣 在 重 刻 我們 幸 到專 科獸 Francois Saulnier獸 為演講嘉賓 Saulnier獸 發 表了⼀場 ⼈的演講 動在場的學⽣和 員 強 獸 享 ⼤的事 和個⼈成就 ⼜在各⾃ 域 來 影響 闡 了服 眾的專 ⼈⼠所 ⾯對的挑戰 並強 投 ⼜ 謹的獸 必須 師 引 亦 強⼤的⽀ 絡 提 學⽣ 趟旅 不僅僅為 得知識 包括 ⼈建⽴關 並 續成⻑為關 實踐者 當晚活動的⾼潮是由Vanessa Barrs院⻑

⼀眾獸 學學⼠課 學⽣宣讀 下獸 誓⾔

I PROMISE AND SOLEMNLY DECLARE that I will pursue the work of my profession with integrity and accept my responsibilities to the public, my clients, the profession, and that, ABOVE ALL, my constant endeavour will be to ensure the health and welfare of animals committed to my care.

I will practise my profession ethically and conscientiously and strive to improve my professional knowledge and competence through lifelong learning.

我們的獸 學學⼠課 學⽣在 臨床培訓 段 另⼀ 正是在

共宣誓兩 當天

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白袍不僅象徵專業，更承載著他們身為獸醫的重任。

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CityU PetPower

Celebrating the Human - Animal Bond Event Mr. Richard SHAH

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On 29 February 2024, JCC staff and students at CityUHK came together to organise a remarkable event called PetPower-Celebrating the Human-Animal Bond, showcasing their commitment to the greater good of the university community.

This event was inspired by our JCC Dean and the Director of CityU’s Communication, Information and Research Office Ms Shirley Chong, to provide students and staff on campus the opportunity to experience the magic and de-stressing power of spending time in the presence of companion animals.

The event, which brought together students, staff, and external professionals from renowned organisations such as the SPCA, Animals Asia, KAKATO, SCOPE, and Professor Paws Inc., aimed to promote animal welfare, strengthen community bonds, and raise awareness about responsible pet ownership.

The event provided a valuable opportunity for participants to deepen their understanding of animal welfare and recognise the importance of pet ownership across a broad cross-section of society.

The event featured vibrant stalls where enthusiastic BVM students donned their quiz master hats, engaging attendees with fun and informative questions about animal welfare. The campus came alive with the presence of dogs, reptiles, energetic tortoises, and other captivating creatures, each granted entry after their IDs were pawfully checked.

PetPower succeeded in fostering a sense of unity among attendees, not only between the university and the participating organizations but also in their relationships with the animals present. The event provided a valuable opportunity for participants to deepen their understanding of animal welfare and recognise the importance of pet ownership across a broad cross-section of society.

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The success of PetPower was made possible through the collaborative efforts of various departments, including the university's Student Development Services, who worked with Dr. Howard Wong , Director (Development for Veterinary Medicine) at JCC, and his dedicated team.

Throughout the event, attendees had the opportunity to participate in a range of activities. Educational workshops, interactive sessions with rescued animals, and informative talks by experts in the field like Dr. Laurenz Hippman, Dr. April Fong, to name a few. These activities not only enhanced participants' understanding of animal welfare but also fostered empathy, compassion, and a greater sense of responsibility towards pet ownership.

PetPower not only emphasized the significance of animal welfare but also served as a catalyst for building stronger bonds within the university community. The event created an environment of unity and collaboration, highlighting the collective efforts towards a shared goal of Well-being and the human-animal bond.

As the event concluded, participants left with a renewed appreciation for animals and a deeper understanding of their role in creating a more compassionate society.

Given its profound impact and the overwhelming response it garnered, we hope PetPower will become a regular fixture on the university's calendar, providing a platform for the CityUHK’s community to come together and promote animal welfare for years to come. We would also like to thank Dr. April Fong and Kakato for its sponsorship and support of the event.

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城大舉辦「CityUHK PetPower」宣揚 動物與人類連結的力量 Richard SHAH先生

這場活動為參加者提供了 寶貴的機會，讓他們加深 對動物福利的理解，並認 識到寵物飼養在社會各層 面的重要性。

2024 年 2 ⽉ 29 ⽇ 城 ⼤ 師 ⽣ 們 ⾸ ⿑ ⼀ 堂 辦了⼀場 為「PetPower 宣揚⼈ 動物 結」的活動 展現了 們 福校 上下的 活動的意 來⾃城⼤賽 ⾺會學院院⻑Vanessa Barrs 授 城⼤傳訊 研 ⻑ ⼠ 活動 在讓 校 學⽣ 員享受跟 物相 的 光 並舒緩⽇常的 ⼒

參加者在活動中得 參加 種活動 包括 ⼯作坊 被救助的動物互動 參 相關 域的專家 Dr. Laurenz Hippman和Dr. April Fong主 的專題講座 活動 增強 參加者對動物福利的理 亦培 了同理 ⼼ 關懷 對 物的責

活動 引了城⼤學⽣ 員 個 界組織的專 ⼈⼠ 包括 港 動物協 會 亞 動物基⾦ 卡格⾼ 物 品 城 ⼤專 學院 「狗 授」 在推 動物福利 加強社 繫 並提⾼對盡責 物的意識

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活動現場設 個 鬧攤位 城⼤獸 學學 ⼠課 （BVM）學⽣們變 為問 主 ⼈ 且具 意義的問題 引⼤家關注動 物福利的知識 狗狗 ⾏動物 活潑 和其 可 ⽣物 駐 校 變得朝 勃 勃 每隻動物在 場 都經 仔細的⽑ 檢 PetPower活動成功 ⾏ 各部⾨ ⼒合 作 包括城⼤學⽣發展服 城⼤賽⾺會 動物 學 ⽣命科學院 （動物 學發展） 王 獸 其團隊的 ⼒ 49

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CityUHK’s Veterinary Medicine Society Engages Hong Kong Educators with Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine Programme Overview 港城市⼤學獸 學科 會向 港 界介紹 獸 學學⼠課 On 24th May 2024, the Veterinary Medicine Society(VMS), CityUHK was invited for the second year in a row by the Education Bureau of the Hong Kong Government to give an introductory talk about the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine(BVM) programme in an online seminar. The seminar, entitled “‘Love, Care and Respect’ Series (1) – Seminar on Animal Care and Welfare Lifewide Learning Activities”, was attended by over 300 school principals and teachers from secondary schools in Hong Kong.

Representatives from VMS were given the theme “Exploring Multiple Pathways – How To be Professional Veterinarians”and shared an overview of the BVM programme, our learning experiences and what we considered to be essential qualities required to become and succeed as a veterinary student.

Representatives of VMS sharing at the seminar.

From left: Back: Maris LAI (Cohort 2029), Jerry LAU (Cohort 2028); Front: Vanessa LAW (Cohort 2029), Cyrus YEUNG (Cohort 2028) 港城市⼤學 獸 學科 會代表在研討會上的 享 左 黎泳彤（2029年 ） 劉 陽（2028年 ） 左 羅⽇潼（2029年 ） 楊 熹（2028年 ）

2024年5⽉24⽇ 港城市⼤學獸 學科 會（VMS） 續 ⼆年應 港 局 主 了⼀場介紹獸 學學⼠課 的 上研討 會 場研討會 為「 重 （⼀） ——動物 理 動物福利 ⽅位學 活動」 引了300 位來⾃ 港中學的校⻑和 師參 加 城⼤獸 學會的代表 「 索 元 路 —— 何成為專 獸 」為主題 享了獸 學學⼠課 的 況 學⽣的學 經 成為 出獸 學⽣所 的重 件

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mr. Richard Shah Communication Coaching

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The JCC was the first College in any Hong Kong University to establish a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee. The mission of our DEI committee is to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles throughout the College’s operations. By fostering a more inclusive environment and expanding opportunities for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups, JCC is striving to create a transformative academic culture.

To promote inclusivity, JCC has implemented a range of strategies that include DEI training for staff involved in recruitment ensuring that individuals are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to avoid unconscious bias during recruitment and to foster diversity. Both staff and students benefit from regular DEI training and activities, with a particular emphasis on raising awareness and providing support for individuals with different abilities. The JCC DEI committee conducted a 3-part training series for Early Career Researchers, focusing on inclusive practices aimed at creating psychological safety and empowering young researchers to inculcate a strong ethos in inclusion & belonging.

The JCC DEI committee conducted a 3-part training series for Early Career Researchers, focusing on inclusive practices aimed at creating psychological safety and empowering young researchers to inculcate a strong ethos in inclusion & belonging. 元 平 共融（DEI） 員會 辦了⼀個 共三部 的培訓 為初期 研 ⼈員 提供 ⾯實踐 在為 們 ⼼理 幫助年輕研 ⼈員 固包容 和 屬

Research consistently highlights the benefits of diversity in academic settings. Diverse classrooms and research teams lead to enhanced learning outcomes and more innovative solutions. JCC recognises the need to address barriers to access and succeed in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) fields, to navigate biased workplace cultures, and support caregiving responsibilities.

JCC recognises the significance of postgraduate students, early career researchers (ECRs), and students with special educational needs (SEN).

Workshops on promoting culturally inclusive workplaces and unconscious bias training have been implemented. The College places importance on role models in STEM fields and is committed to creating a campus free from sexual harassment.

Building a more equitable academic culture requires a comprehensive and collaborative effort. DEI principles are integrated into policies and curricula, while targeted support is provided for underrepresented groups.

Systemic issues, such as gender parity and disproportionate service burdens on underrepresented faculty, are also addressed.

By prioritizing DEI, JCC has made significant strides. With objectives aimed at increased enrolment of underrepresented racial/ethnic minority students and faculty, gender parity in leadership positions, and comprehensive DEI training, are part of the overall college strategy.

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推動多元、公平與共融（DEI） Richard Shah先⽣ 溝 輔 師 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院是 港⾸ 間成⽴DEI 員會的⼤學 ⼒在學院 中 融 元（Diversity） 平（Equity） 共 融（Inclusion）的原則 希 ⼀個更包 容的環境 為弱 代表性不⾜的學⽣提供 更 會 從⽽推動學 ⽂ 的變⾰ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院 ⼀ 共融 略 包括為參 招 的員⼯提供DEI 培訓 讓 們 知識和技 在招 中 免 意的 ⾒ 促 元 員和學⽣定 期參加DEI培訓和活動 別關注提升對不同 ⼒⼈⼠的 識 並提供相應的⽀ DEI 員會為初期 研 ⼈員 辦了 實踐包容 為主題的三部 培訓 在 ⼼理 培 年輕研 ⼈員的共融 屬 信 Year 5 BVM students participate in an interactive session on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the veterinary practice. These sessions help raise awareness of biases and other complexities faced in the veterinary field. 獸 學學⼠課 五年 學⽣參加了獸 執 中的 元 平 共融的互動課 助 識獸 域中的 ⾒和其 問 題

項研 顯 元 的學 環境具 顯 的益 包括 來更 的學 成果和更 的 ⽅ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科 學院 為 促 元 須 科學 技 ⼯ 和 學 四 ⼤ 域 （ STEM ） 的 障 應對存在 ⾒的 場⽂ 並⽀援照 責 構建更 平的學 ⽂ 各⽅合作 元 平和共融的原則已融 學院的政 和 課 並為弱 ⼩眾提供針對性的⽀援 學院 關注性別平 和代表性不⾜的 員⼯⼯作 度所受的負 性問題 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院對研 ⽣ 早期 研 ⼈員（ECR）和 （SEN）學⽣⼗ 重 因⽽開展了 元⽂ 共融⼯作坊和 ⾒培訓 並制訂 具 ⽀援 略 學院 ⼒於在STEM 域 成⽴榜樣 並確 校 沒 性 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院在DEI⽅⾯ 得了顯 成果 學院 略包括增加代表性 不⾜的少 學⽣和 員的招⽣⽬ 實現 層中的性別平 並提供 ⾯的DEI 培訓

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JOCKEY CLUB COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE AND LIFE SCIENCES Departmental Accomplishments 2023-2024

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From the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health

The Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health at JCC has been busy making waves with its research, engagement, and faculty achievements.

Our Research Prowess At the recent JCC Townhall meeting on May 28, 2024, the Head of Department, Chair Professor Rebecca Traub, highlighted the core research themes of the department, which are grounded in the One Health paradigm and encompass diverse multidisciplinary areas of expertise. In the last 5 years, the department's research prowess has been remarkable, with an impressive 593 publications authored by its faculty. Notably, 16.2% of these publications rank in the top 10% of the most cited works worldwide.

Showcasing Research Prowess and Outreach Activities: Excellence of the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health

Similar to previous years, the faculty members in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health have actively sought out research funding opportunities. In 2023-24, a total of 27 projects were approved, with a cumulative grant value of more than HK$13 million. These projects include contract research, Strategic Research Grant for unfunded GRF/ECS, CityUHK Teaching Development Grant, etc.

Among them, Prof. Akos Kenez and Prof.

Sophie St-Hilaire were awarded a RGC General Research Fund for their project “Lauric Acid Enrichment of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae Fat for Enhanced Antibacterial Activity” in July 2023 and Prof.

Mason Dean was awarded a Croucher Foundation Research Grant for his project “Multidisciplinary Approaches in Conservation Forensics in Hong Kong: Developing New Tools for Combating Wildlife Crime in Asia's Global City”.

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Our Honours and Awards Six prolific scientists from the department have been recognised among the world's top 2% most cited researchers by Stanford University. This impressive cohort includes Professor Patrick Butaye, Professor Dirk Pfeiffer, Professor Olivier Sparagano, Professor Mason Dean, Professor Ming Wai Kit, and Professor Rebecca Traub.

The department’s strengths were recently recognised when it also celebrated faculty members such as Professor Omid Nekouei receiving the prestigious JCC Teaching Excellence Award, Professor Guan Yang receiving the JCC Early Career Research Excellence Award, and Professor Ákos Kenéz receiving the JCC Service Excellence Award.

(Left Up) Prof. Patrick Butaye, Prof. Dirk Pfeiffer, Prof. Olivier Sparagano (Left Down) Prof. Mason Dean, Prof. Ming Wai Kit明 授, Prof. Rebecca Traub.

Source: https://elsevier.digitalcommonsdata.com/dat asets/btchxktzyw/6

Prof. Ibrahim Elsohaby was honored with the Kei-ichiro Maeda Award for Scientific Achievements in Veterinary Sciences.

Ibrahim Elsohaby 授則 ⼀郎獸 學成就 Source: https://aavs.jpn.org/aavs-meetings/aavsmeetings-2023/21st-asian-association-ofveterinary-shools-aavs-meeting/awardwinners-2023/

Professor Ming Wai Kit was the recipient of the prestigious Thetos Young Scholar Award for academic and research excellence, while Professor Ibrahim Elsohaby was honored with the Kei-ichiro Maeda Award for Scientific Achievements in Veterinary Sciences.

Prof. Ming Wai Kit received the prestigious Thetos Young Scholar Award for academic and research excellence from JCC Dean, Prof. Vanessa Barrs. 明 授因其在學 和研 ⽅⾯的卓越表 現 JCC 院⻑ Vanessa Barrs 授頒發 的賦 年學者

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The department's strategic advantage lies in its exceptional faculty, who have achieved numerous accolades. In addition, seven reappointments and two promotions to Associate Professorship were made for Professor Jun Li and Professor Ákos Kenéz.

Furthermore, the department's students have been making their mark, with Professor Kai Liu's students winning awards for their innovative research. Professor Sophie StHilaire and Richard Shah were also recognised for their outstanding teaching performances by CityUHK.

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Beyond the research, the department has also been actively engaged in outreach and impact-driven initiatives, centered around One Health interventions. Pioneering excellence in One Health, the Centre for Applied One Health Research and Policy Advice developed the Epidemix App (https://epidemix.app/) that helps to facilitate access to disease modelling for policymakers.

In 2023-24, the outreach activities of the department remained strong and diverse.

Our colleagues actively participated or presented in more than 50 non-local conferences, symposiums, forums and workshops, including the residency training at the European College of Poultry Veterinary Science at the Poultry Diagnostic and Research Center of the University of Georgia, the AVBC Accreditation Training offered by the Australian Veterinary Boards Council, and the Better Training for Safer Food program offered by the European Union. Additionally, the Programme Leader of the Master of Public Health, Prof. Wai Kit Ming, as a representative of the College, promoted the taught postgraduate programs offered by the College during the China International Education Exhibition Tour.

PH colleagues also proactively provided services to external parties, e.g. academic societies, advisory committees, expert panels, etc. in 2023-24. To name just a few, Prof. Patrick Butaye was appointed as a member of the Expert Committee on Antimicrobial Resistance from 1 June 2024 to 31 May 2026 by the Centre for Health Protection, HKSAR Government, and an ESCMID Fellow by the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Prof. Wai Kit Ming continued to serve as a member of the Committee of Experts on Rare Diseases, Guangdong Pharmaceutical Association, a senior member of the Community Medicine Committee, Guangdong Preventive Medicine Association, etc. in 2023-24.

A delegation comprising Professors Dirk Pfeiffer, Sophie St-Hilaire, Ákos Kenéz, Kai Liu and Dr. Howard Wong highlighted the pivotal importance of veterinary medicine in achieving sustainable development goals at the Times Higher Education Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) in Bangkok, demonstrating the impact from their research and showcasing our sustainable practice initiatives at our CityUHK Farm.

Click here to access the publications of faculty members during 2023 and 2024 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepPH_PL.pdf

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2024年5⽉28⽇ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣ 命科學院 辦了社 交 會 傳 病 共 衛⽣學 主 Rebecca Traub強 該 的核⼼ 研 主題為「健 ⼀ 」 了跨學科專 域 去五年 該 的研 成果顯 共發表了593 論⽂ 其中16.2%被引⽤ 球 10% 往年⼀樣 傳 病 共衛⽣學 員 積 求研 ⾦ 在2023-24年度 共 27 個項⽬ 累計 助⾦額超 1,300 港 元 項⽬包括合約研 未 研 ⾦/ 出 年學者計劃⽽頒 略研 基⾦ 城 ⼤ 學發展基⾦ 其中 Akos Kenez 授 和Sophie St-Hilaire 授的「⿊⽔ 幼蟲 中⽉桂 縮的增強抗 活性」研 於2023 年7⽉ 得研 助局 研 ⾦ ⽽Mason Dean 授則憑「 港 法 學跨學科應 ⽤ 開發打擊亞 國 城市野⽣動物犯 的 ⽅法」研 得裘 基⾦會 助

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在2023-24年度 傳 病 共衛⽣學 的 展活動活 元 同事們參 了超 50個 本 會議 研討會 論壇和⼯作坊 包括喬 治亞⼤學家 診斷和研 中⼼ 辦的 家 獸 學院住院獸 培訓 獸 局提供 的 獸 理局理事會（AVBC） 證培 訓 盟提供的 物 培訓計劃 共衛⽣碩⼠課 負責⼈明 授 在中國國 展 展中推 學院的研 ⽣ 授課課

由 Dirk Pfeiffer 授 Sophie St-Hilaire 授 Ákos Kenéz 授 劉凱 授和王 熙獸 組成的代表團 於 ⾕《泰晤⼠⾼ 》 球可 續發展⼤會上介紹動物 學在推動 可 續發展⽬ 中的關鍵作⽤ 展 了 們 的研 成果 城⼤ 場的可 續實踐

同事 積 為社 提供學 社團 問 員會 專家⼩組 服 Patrick Butaye 授於2024年6⽉1⽇⾄2026年5⽉31 ⽇ 衛⽣防 中⼼抗 素耐 性專家 員 會成員 並 臨床 ⽣物學 傳 病學 會授予院⼠稱 明 授則在2023-24年 度續 東省 學會 ⾒病專家 員會成員 東省預防 學會社 學 員會 成 員 席位 傳 病 共衛⽣學 的成就展 了 成 員的毅⼒和幹勁 確 我們在推動傳 病和 共衛⽣研 社 參 域中的卓 越 位 着該 在科學研 上不斷 破 對 球健 的貢 未來 光明

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TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION (THE) GLOBAL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT CONGRESS 2024 Using strong partnerships, technology and global perspective to create a sustainable future 強大夥伴、尖端技術及全球視野創造永續未來

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The City University of Hong Kong sets a positive example of how universities can equally contribute to the global efforts of tackling sustainability challenges

“What is the best way of producing meat from a global sustainability perspective?” asked Dirk Pfeiffer, Chow Tak Fung Chair Professor of One Health and director of the Centre for Applied One Health Research and Policy Advice at the City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), during a panel session at the 2024 THE Global Sustainable Development Congress in Bangkok. The panel discussion, which was held in partnership with CityUHK, addressed pressing issues around sustainability and highlighted how the university’s efforts were aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The One Health paradigm formed the basis of CityUHK’s contributions to creating a sustainable environment, explained Pfeiffer.

This paradigm recognised, he said, that everyone affects each other in the ecosystem, thereby encouraging a holistic understanding of the ecosystem. Sophie St-Hilaire, professor of aquatic animal health at the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health at CityUHK, said that it was also vital to equip students with the skills to participate in this global contribution. She outlined examples of multidisciplinary courses that were integrated into the university’s veterinary programmes to enable students to understand aquaculture and local health issues.

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She added that government grants supported the university to conduct workshops for industry partners, which also helps the university to track current market trends. “We’re trying to raise the farming knowledge at an industry level,” said St-Hilaire. CityUHK not only conducted research into fish farming but also collaborated with farmers to create innovative solutions to disinfect water and prevent diseases. The university’s subsidised veterinary services helped widen the students’ exposure to realworld challenges, the panel said.

(From Left) Prof. Kai Liu, Prof. Dirk Pfeiffer, Prof. Akos Kenéz, Prof. Sophie St-Hilaire

Among the major challenges farmers face is food wastage, according to Ákos Kenéz, associate head and assistant professor at the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health at CityUHK. One of the best ways to deal with food wastage is to reduce its sources and reuse it as animal feed, Kenéz said. He explained how the university’s new dairy farm not only widened students’ experiential learning but also reduced food wastage. By working with local bakeries, juice factories and breweries, the food waste collected could be reused as feed for cows, explained Kenéz.

Liu said that technology such as robots placed in pig farms provides data on any abnormal animal behaviour or events that unfold on the farms.

Additionally, he said that AI could help monitor animal health and welfare conditions to plan timely interventions.

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Kai Liu, assistant professor at the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health at CityUHK, explained that modern technologies could have a significant role in tackling sustainability challenges. Liu said that technology such as robots placed in pig farms provides data on any abnormal animal behaviour or events that unfold on the farms. Additionally, he said that AI could help monitor animal health and welfare conditions to plan timely interventions.

The panel: Dirk Pfeiffer, Chow Tak Fung Chair Professor of One Health and director, Centre for Applied One Health Research and Policy Advice, City University of Hong Kong (chair) Sophie St-Hilaire, professor, Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, City University of Hong Kong Ákos Kenéz, associate head and assistant professor, Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, City University of Hong Kong Kai Liu, assistant professor, Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, City University of Hong Kong

According to the panel, strong partnerships, modern technology integration and holistic approaches are key to tackling sustainable challenges.

Universities could have a vital role in not only educating both students and the community but also creating environmental impact. “We need to continue to reflect and think critically about it,” concluded Pfeiffer.

Originally written and published by Times Higher Education Source: https://www.timeshighereducation.com /hub/city-university-hong-kong/p/usingstrong-partnerships-technology-andglobal-perspective-create

At JCC's exhibition booth, Dr Howard Wong (left) introduced CityUHK’s work and vision in sustainability to Mr Wong Kam-sing, former Secretary for the Environment(centre), and Ms Law Yee-ping, Secretary General of the Greater Bay Area Carbon Neutrality Association(right). 王 熙獸 （左）在城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科 學學院攤位展 中向 環境局⻑ 錦星先⽣（中） ⼤灣 中和協會秘書⻑羅綺 ⼠（右）介紹 港城市⼤學在可 續發展⽅⾯的⼯作 願景

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At the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, JCC is revolutionizing the educational experience for students with its dynamic 13-week course titled Communication Skills & Conference Organization. Led by Communication Coach, Richard SHAH, this innovative program is a game-changer, equipping students with the essential soft skills that transcend the boundaries of academia.

Unlike traditional academic programs, this course caters to students from all departments in JCC. The core objective is to empower students not only to communicate effectively within the university but also to navigate the real-world challenges they will soon face.

The course's standout feature is the students' task of hosting an in-person, student-led conference. This hands-on experience requires them to pitch and secure funding from a diverse array of external sources, including the government, corporations, private companies, and even strategic collaborations with other institutions. Envision the thrill of negotiating with high-profile stakeholders, honing your pitching skills, and networking like a pro – all while still in the safe confines of this course! This dynamic process challenges students to step out of their comfort zones, transforming them into confident, well-rounded individuals.

The course also takes students on a journey of self-discovery, incorporating a range of transformative elements designed to unlock their full potential. Consider uncovering your unique strengths and opportunities through the Team-Roles assessment, learning to manage stress through Stress Level Indicator Tests, and receiving personalized coaching based on your Personality Type. Students also dive into the art of negotiation using the professional Instruments, master the art of networking, and even showcase their spontaneous public speaking skills through regular Extempore exercises.

A key component of the course is the development of presentation skills. Students are required to deliver presentations to an external audience, honing their ability to captivate and engage a crowd. This experience equips them with the confidence and expertise to become skilled orators, capable of effectively communicating complex ideas to diverse stakeholders.

This holistic approach to education sets JCC apart, as the institution believes in preparing its students not only for academic excellence but also for the dynamic global landscape they have envisioned to navigate.

The course saw its first-ever in-person conference this year, where students showcased their newfound abilities to initiate strategic partnerships with multiple stakeholders, including fellow universities in Hong Kong.

The students who complete this course leave with a sense of accomplishment, having successfully run their very own funded conference. This transformative experience boosts their confidence and equips them with the skills to thrive in the real world, without any filter.

JCC's commitment to providing its students with a well-rounded education is evident in this innovative course. By empowering students, the institution is cultivating a new generation of leaders who are not only academically gifted but also possess the skills to create sustainable impact.

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Clinical Teaching: Preparing Tomorrow's Veterinarians

From the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences Advancing Veterinary Education and Care Established in 2020, the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) is the newest academic department of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC). The VCS is dedicated to advancing the field of clinical veterinary medicine through high-quality education, innovative research, and exceptional services.

(Left) Professor Rebecca Parkes, Mrs Susanna Taylor, Professor Kate Flay, Professor Vanessa Barrs, Professor Gareth Fitch

The department includes a dynamic and international group of highly-qualified faculty with PhDs and/or board-certifications, as well as a team of competent and enthusiastic technical, administrative, and clinical staff.

The VCS plays a crucial role in nurturing a new generation of veterinarians in the Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) programme, Hong Kong's first clinical veterinary teaching and Asia's first dualaccredited degree programme offered by the JCC. The department's state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Laboratory is equipped with cuttingedge surgical and teaching models. This allows students to continuously improve their practical skills during their para-clinical and clinical years, ensuring they are better prepared for their first interactions with their patients.

Recognized for its innovative approach, the VCS team was selected as one of the three prestigious CityU Teaching Excellence Awards (TEA) recipients for 2022/23 for their "Tech-to-Vet: Clinical Skills for Tomorrow's Vets" project.

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Beyond traditional teaching methods, the VCS team encourages professional practice by providing high-fidelity teaching materials that offer the most realistic learning experience, such as using 3D-printed moulds to create animal organs for various practices. The team also collaborates with the School of Creative Media at CityUHK and institutions worldwide to facilitate innovative teaching approaches.

Inter-departmental collaboration is also thriving in JCC. Professor Kate Flay (VCS) and Alan McElligott (PH), along with Dr Hannah Mumby (from the University of Hong Kong) received a HK$2M research grant for their three-year project of “The role of Buffalo in Lantau Biodiversity Conservation” funded by Lantau Con-servation Fund (LCF). The faculty has also collaborated with the University of Surrey on a well-attended online workshop focused on transforming animal welfare research into practical impact.

Research Excellence

Notably, several BVM students supervised

by Professors Paulo Steagall, Angel Almendros, Antonio Giuliano, Jeanine Sandy, and Kate Flay published their first research papers and presented their work in international conferences.

To further strengthen its research capabilities, VCS has recently appointed an outstanding accomplished scholar, Professor Domenico Otranto, Professor of Parasitology and Parasitic Diseases of Animals at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Bari, Italy, as our Distinguished Visiting Professor. This will enable VCS's faculty to engage in valuable research exchanges and build a global network of collaborations.

Our research initiatives are at the forefront of veterinary sciences. The faculty members are involved in cutting-edge research across a range of areas, including animal welfare and infectious diseases.

Recently, a paper led by Professor Paulo Steagall was awarded the 2023 Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Resident Best Paper Award. Additionally, a team of JCC experts (Professors Vanessa Barrs, Pawel Beczkowski, Stefan Hobi, Jeanine Sandy, and May Tse) combined their expertise to produce a comprehensive two-part review article on diagnosing and treating fungal infections and oomycosis in cats, published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.

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Little Angel Educational Memorial Programme

Clinical Services and Community Outreach

One of the latest unique initiatives is the Little Angel Educational Memorial Programme, established in collaboration with JCC in late 2023. This programme is designed to provide a compassionate and respectful platform for pet owners who have recently lost their beloved pets. It allows them to contribute to the education of future veterinarians by donating their pet's body for anatomical study and research.

The VCS is well-positioned to shape the future of the veterinary profession and make a lasting impact on animal health and welfare.

The faculty members at VCS have been actively engaged in clinical services, sharing their expertise through guest lectures and seminars at local and international conferences. Professors Barrs, Beatty and Steagall were the headliners of the recent International Society of Feline Medicine in Malta (June 2024).

In advancing veterinary practice, the Head of the Department, Professor Paulo Steagall, co-authored the 2024 ISFM and AAFP consensus guidelines on the long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in cats, which included updates from the first version published 14 years ago. This work has been featured in various media, including interviews and podcasts.

Click here to access the publications of faculty members during 2023 and 2024 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepVCS_PL.pdf

The VCS also co-hosted a range of events with the Centre for Animal Health and Welfare (CAHW) to engage the community and foster a culture of learning and collaboration. These include seminars, workshops, and conferences featuring renowned local and international experts.

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參 2023 年和 2024 年 員的出 物 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepVCS_PL.pdf

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Insights into Veterinary Pathology: CityUHK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory's Role Dr Fraser Hill CVDL Director

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CityU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (CVDL) is closely involved with the veterinary community in Hong Kong, providing a wide range of diagnostic services while contributing to research studies, farmed animal services and collaborating with veterinary student teaching and research projects.

In this report, some of the cases investigated and published by CVDL staff, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) staff and other colleagues in Hong Kong are highlighted.

Rabbits are popular pets in Hong Kong, and samples are frequently collected to investigate disease problems. Rabbit samples examined by histopathology over the course of four years were analysed to assess what were the most common problems. The analysis found non-neoplastic lesions were more common in younger rabbits and neoplastic lesions peaked in rabbits at 11 years of age (figure 1).

In addition to its own staff, including VDL Director Adjunct Professor Fraser Hill, the two specialist pathologists in the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences provide clinical services in the laboratory. They are Prof. May Tse, a registered specialist in anatomic pathology, and Prof. Jeanine Sandy, a registered specialist in clinical pathology and anatomic pathology.

Most of the staff at CVDL interact with the students as they rotate through the various laboratory sections. The students learn the skills they need for preparing samples they collect in veterinary clinical practice while they get an understanding of the possibilities and also the limitations of veterinary diagnostics.

Figure 2: Proportion of neoplastic and nonneoplastic lesions investigated in pet rabbits in Hong Kong over a 4- year period. ⼆: 去四年 港 物兔⼦中 瘤性和 瘤性病變的 The most common non-neoplastic diagnosis was cystic endometrial hyperplasia in the uterus of female rabbits, while the most common neoplastic problem was skin tumours.

Figure 1: CVDL Director, Dr Fraser Hill demonstrates knife sharpening skills to year 5 BVM students Max Ko and Lynnox Loo. ⼀: 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼ Fraser Hill 獸 向獸 學學⼠課 五年 學⽣⾼ 和 呂勁謙 ⼑技巧 Information has been added to known and existing disease problems of animals, along with investigations of new diseases through the cases at CVDL. 79

The underlying principle is that the AI stain would be faster, cheaper and easier to use than conventional veterinary pathology tools, hence advancing cancer diagnostics. This innovation was awarded a gold medal at the International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.

A significant bacterial pathogen of humans and animals, Burkholderia pseudomallei was isolated at CVDL and confirmed by the human microbiology laboratory of the Hong Kong Government’s Centre for Health Protection. This bacteria survives in soil and water and infects mammals by contact, inhalation or ingestion. Increases in the number of human cases was noted in 2022 when 37 human cases were detected.

Figure 3: Trichoblastoma was the most common skin tumour identified in tissue samples from rabbits sent to CVDL over a four year period. This histopathological image shows the characteristic nature of this tumour derived from the hair follicle. 三: 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼在四年間收 的 兔⼦組織樣本中 三⽑瘤是 常⾒的⽪ 瘤 組織病理 展 了該 瘤源⾃⽑囊 的

Thirty percent of those infected humans passed away, although all the infected people were reported to have concurrent chronic diseases as well. More human cases were recorded in 2023 but decreased in 2024. In the same period CVDL isolated Burkholderia pseudomallei from two cats.

The veterinary community was notified about these cases and this highlights the value of veterinary laboratory disease surveillance and cooperation with human diagnostic laboratories and public health departments demonstrating the importance of a One Health approach.

This information was published in the Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation in a collaboration by staff at CVDL, the JCC Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences and the JCC Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health.

The value of working together over multiple years was also demonstrated by an investigation into disease in the bat colony at Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG).

Working with veterinarians and staff from KFBG and JCC Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, CVDL staff assisted with publication about liver iron storage and liver disease found in the affected bats. This work was published in the Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine.

The facilities and equipment at CVDL used by the skilled technical staff is highly valued

by CityU and CVDL often hosts visitors. This can range from foreign veterinary students, foreign veterinarians, secondary school careers advisors, to most recently a group of distinguished visitors from the Nansha District Government in Guangdong.

As well as working with veterinary colleagues, CVDL also collaborated with researchers in the Department of Physics at CityU and provided information to develop a generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool for virtual tissue staining.

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深入獸醫病理 學：城大動物醫 療檢驗中心的角 色 Fraser Hill 獸醫 城大動物醫療檢驗中心中心總監 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼（CVDL）跟 港獸 群 關 密切 不僅提供各種診斷服 積 ⾏研 提供 場動物服 參 獸 學 和研 項⽬

Figure 4: A group of veterinary students from Taiwan hosted by BVM5 student Desiree Hung enjoyed a visit to CVDL as part of their tour programme. 四: 由獸 學學⼠課 五年 學⽣孔千 的 台灣獸 學⽣團隊 ⼤家參 城⼤動物 療檢驗中 ⼼ 留影

城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼已 員包括中⼼主 兼客席 授Fraser Hill獸 亦得到城⼤臨 床動物 學 兩位專科病理學家提供臨床服 包括註冊 剖病理學獸 珮 授 註冊臨床病理學 剖病理學獸 Jeanine Sandy 授

CVDL provides a wide range of services to veterinarians throughout Hong Kong while supporting research and teaching at CityU. This includes contributing to existing and emerging disease investigations, advancing veterinary research projects, student teaching and animal resource management, all enhancing the overall CityU veterinary programme.

CVDL isolated Burkholderia pseudomallei from two cats. The veterinary community was notified about these cases and this highlights the value of veterinary laboratory disease surveillance and cooperation with human diagnostic laboratories and public health departments demonstrating the importance of a One Health approach.

由於獸 學⽣ 在動物 療檢驗中⼼不同實 驗部⾨輪轉實 因⽽ 中⼼⼤部 員關 密切 段期間 學⽣不僅學會在獸 臨 床實 收 樣本的必 技 了 獸 學診斷的可 性和局限性 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼ 不僅 為已知的動物 病補 ⼜對 興 病 ⾏ 本⽂ 介紹部 由城⼤動 物 療檢驗中⼼ 城⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣ 命科學院 其 港同事研 和發表的 兔⼦是 港受 的 物 我們經常收 免 ⼦樣本 們的健 問題 為期 四年的組織病理學檢 我們 析了兔⼦ 常⾒的問題 析顯 年幼兔⼦較常出現 瘤病變 ⽽在11歲兔⼦中 瘤病變 到⾼ （ 2） 常⾒的 瘤性診斷是雌兔⼦宮 的囊性 ⼦宮 增⽣ ⽽ 常⾒的 瘤問題則是⽪ 瘤

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訊由城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼ 城⼤賽 ⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院旗下的臨床動物 學 傳 病 共衛⽣學 的員⼯合作 研 並於《獸 診斷 期刊》發表 年來 ⽅合作的成果顯 我們 理 場 植物 （KFBG）合作研 蝠 病 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼ 嘉 理 城 ⼤賽⾺會動物 學 ⽣命科學院臨床動物 學 的獸 和員⼯合作研 蝠 儲存 和 病 並 研 成果發表在《動物 和野 ⽣動物 學期刊》上 嘉

城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼ 城⼤物理 的研 ⼈員合作 為開發 組織 ⾊的 ⽣成性⼈⼯智 （AI）⼯具提供 種 ⼈⼯智 ⾊⼯具 傳 獸 病理⼯具更 更便宜 更易⽤ 助推動癌症診斷 的發展 該成果在⽇ 國 發明展 ⾦

這段期間，城大動物醫療 檢驗中心從兩隻貓中分離 出類鼻疽伯克氏菌。獸醫 界高度關注這些病例，突 顯了城大動物醫療檢驗中 心在疾病監測的重要作 用，以及與人類診斷實驗 室及公共衛生部門合作的 意義，展示了健康一體化 的重要性。

城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼發現了⼀種對⼈ 和 動物⼗ 重 的細 病原 —— ⿐疽伯克 ⽒ 並 港政府衛⽣防 中⼼的⼈ ⽣物實驗室確 種細 在⼟壤和⽔中 存活 並 或 哺乳 動物 2022年 港 得37 ⼈ 病 其中30%的 者 儘 所 者 患 性 病 2023年 港 得更 ⼈ 病 但2024年 ⽬ 所減少 段期間 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼從兩隻 中 出 ⿐疽伯克⽒ 獸 界⾼度關注 病 顯了城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼在 病 測的重 作⽤ ⼈ 診斷實驗室 共衛⽣部⾨合作的意義 展 了健 ⼀ 的重 性 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼的設 和技 ⼈員常 訪客歎為 ⽌ 訪客包括 國獸 學⽣ 國獸 中學 問 我們 了⼀ 來⾃ 東南沙 政府的貴 賓

城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼向 港獸 提供不同 別的服 同 ⽀ 城⼤的研 和 學⼯ 作 包括 現 和 興 病 推動獸 研 項⽬ 理學⽣ 學和動物 源 對城⼤ 獸 課 的整 發展 着積 作⽤

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2024 Asia-Pacific Exotic Animal Veterinary Conference Prof. Colin McDermott Clinical Assistant Professor of Avian and Exotic Medicine Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences

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Ownership of exotic companion animals is on the rise globally. While the definition of exotic companion animals changes depending on the country you are in and is subject to local laws, they are generally considered pets kept in a household that are not dogs or cats. This includes a wide range of animals including but not limited to exotic companion mammals (rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, etc), birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. As these pets become more prevalent, there is an increased need for trained veterinarians to provide medical and surgical care for these species.

Exotic pet ownership in China appears to be increasing rapidly, and with it, a need for veterinarians to be able to see exotic pet patients.

Exotic pet ownership in China appears to be increasing rapidly, and with it, a need for veterinarians to be able to see exotic pet patients. There has been a growing need for exotic animal veterinary education in China to meet this demand.

The first Asia-Pacific Exotic Animal Veterinary Conference was held in Guangzhou, China, at the South China Agricultural University from June 10-14, 2024. The conference was hosted by the College of Veterinary Medicine, South China Agricultural University, the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association Wildlife Branch and the Guangzhou Veterinary Association. Over 700 attendees gathered on site for a week of exotic animal veterinary medicine lectures and practical laboratories on a wide range of topics and species.

Dr. Gerhard Steenkamp from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, provided lectures in veterinary dentistry for all species, as well as providing a practical lab on rabbit dentistry.

Dr. Fraser Hill of the City University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab provided a lecture on post mortem diagnostics and practical laboratory on cytology and hematology. Dr. Kevin Yang, a veterinarian from the USA, provided additional laboratory sessions on anaes-thesia in exotic companion animal anaes-thesia, cytology, and histopathology.

Lecture tracks were separated into species groups or specific topics. Exotic companion mammal lectures were primarily taught by Dr. Nico Schoemaker, from Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Avian lectures were taught by Dr. Yvonne Van Zeeland, also from Utrecht University. Reptiles lectures were taught by myself with additional lectures by Dr. Robert Johnson, a zoological veterinarian from Australia.

Zoological and aquarium animal lectures were led by Dr. Paolo Martelli and Dr. Li Foo Khong from Ocean Park, Hong Kong. Dr. Alexander Thomson, veterinary specialist in anaes-thesia and analgesia, provided anaesthesia-focused lectures for all species.

Lectures covered a wide range of topics, from husbandry and care of these species to diagnostics and treatment of disease conditions. One theme throughout the lectures was a focus on the care and welfare of these species. While it is important to diagnose and treat infectious diseases, many of the diseases that we see in exotics can be related to inadequate care and husbandry, especially with reptiles and birds.

By providing lectures on assessing the management of these animals in captive care, attendees were provided with strategies to work with clients to prevent diseases before they happen.

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Dr Fraser Hill In addition to lectures and practical laboratories, this was an opportunity for veterinarians to network with local and international exotic animal veterinarians.

Participants in the conference came from China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Thailand,and Cambodia, with some veterinary students from the USA in attendance.

Representatives from each country were invited to a round table discussion during the conference to discuss further opportunities to connect with one another throughout the Asia Pacific region. Through this roundtable discussion, veterinarians from numerous countries came together to identify strategies to continue collaboration and provide CPD opportunities for exotic companion animals, as well as for wild exotic animal conservation, in the Asia Pacific region. It is our hope that this collaboration will continue to develop over time to provide further training for future generations of exotic animal veterinarians.

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2024亞太異寵醫師講壇 Prof. Colin McDermott 臨床助理教授, 臨床動物醫學系 球 雖因

異 的⼈ 不斷增加 異 的定義 和法律不同 但⼀ 狗狗 物 兔⼦ 天 哺乳動 物 包括⿃ ⾏動物 兩 動物和⿂ 由於異 ⽇益受 ⼈們對提供異 治療和 科 理的獸 求 漸增加

在中國，飼養異寵的人數 迅速增加，對異寵獸醫的 需求也日益迫切。 會議的講座根 動物品種或專題 ⾏ 組 異 哺乳 動物的講座由 烏 勒⽀⼤學 的Nico Schoemaker獸 主 ⿃ 講座由 同校的Yvonne Van Zeeland獸 負責 ⾏ 動物講座由我和 動 物 獸 Robert Johnson獸 主 動物 和⽔ 動物講座 則由 港海洋 的Paolo Martelli獸 和Li Foo Khong 獸 主 和鎮痛專家 Alexander Thomson ⼠講 所 品種的 知識 南 勒 陀 利 亞 ⼤ 學 的 Gerhard Steenkamp獸 講 獸 科 並主 兔⼦ 科實驗課 城⼤動物 療檢驗中⼼的 Fraser Hill獸 講授 診斷 並主 細 學 ⾎液學的實驗課 來⾃ 國的Kevin Yang 獸 提供了異 細 學和組織病理學 的 增實驗課

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2024年6⽉10⽇⾄14⽇ ⼀屆亞太異 師講壇於 南 ⼤學 ⾏ 該會議由 南 ⼤學獸 學院 中國異 師 盟 市動物診療⾏ 協會合辦 引 了超 700⼈參加 為期⼀ 的活動 了各 異 學講座和實驗課

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講座 容 了從異 和 理到 病診 斷 治療的各個主題 並 異 理和福利 的主題 貫 雖 診斷和治療傳 病⾄關重 但許 異 病 不當 和 理 關 尤其是 ⾏動物和⿃ 講座 討論了 何改 環境 讓參加者學 預防獸 患病的⽅法

會議 為本 和國 異 獸 提 供了交 平台 參加者來⾃中國 ⾺來西 亞 越南 台灣 泰國和柬埔 來⾃ 國的獸 學⽣ 各國代表在會議期間 參加圓 會議 討亞太 的合作 會 推動異 續專 發展（CPD） 野⽣ 異 的 略 我們希 樣的合作 續發 展 ⼀步培訓未來的異 獸

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CityUHK Veterinary Medical Clinic Dentistry and Oral Surgery Specialty Care Service A Comprehensive Oral Care Experience

Dr. Shirley KOT Specialist in Dentistry

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Dental disease is a silent threat that can rapidly progress without obvious signs, yet its consequences can be severe - leading to pain, infection, and even systemic health complications. However, through regular dental examinations and professional periodontal treatment, veterinary professionals can not only manage the disease but, importantly, prevent its advancement and avert further complications such as facial swelling and pathological jaw fractures. Proactive oral healthcare is key to maintaining optimal oral health.

At CityUHK Veterinary Medical Clinic (VMC), we are dedicated to delivering a high standard of dentistry and oral surgery services for our canine and feline patients. Our comprehensive suite of advanced procedures is designed to safeguard your beloved pets' overall health and well-being, ensure exceptional oral healthcare, and enhance their quality of life through personalised treatment plans and state-of-the-art techniques provided by our team of experts.

Our team of experts is fully equipped to address all the pets' dental needs, including professional dental cleanings, diagnostic imaging (dental radiography or CT scan), advanced periodontal treatment, exodontics (tooth extractions), restorative procedures, endodontics (root canal therapy), orthodontics for treatment of malocclusion, and prosthodontics (prosthetic crowns and implants).

Furthermore, our Service offers surgery for pets with maxillofacial fractures or oral soft tissue trauma. This advanced treatment is crucial for pets who have experienced severe traumas or injuries to the facial and oral region to bring a rapid return of function and comfort. In addition, surgical oncologic service is available for pets with oral tumours. Oral tumours can be aggressive and have the potential to metastasise. Early detection and prompt treatment are the keys.

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Our collaborative approach ensures exceptional care for our patients. We work closely with Oncology specialists to develop effective treatment plans for cancer patients.

Moreover, our Anesthesia team co-manages every surgical case, providing comprehensive, professional care.

Looking ahead, the CityUHK VMC Dentistry and Oral Surgery Service is committed to growth and continued excellence in Dentistry. We are dedicated to offering cutting-edge treatments and professional and compassionate care for every patient who walks through our doors.

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Dr. Shirley KOT earned a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree with distinction at the University of Melbourne, Australia.

She then completed a Small Animal Rotating Internship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. She later finished her residency training in Dentistry and Oral Surgery at the University of California, Davis, USA, and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Dentistry.

Dr. Kot performs routine and advanced veterinary dental treatments and has acquired the skills to perform oral maxillofacial surgeries. She received numerous awards and grants during her training, including the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Journal Award.

Besides clinical work, Dr. Kot is also interested in research and teaching. Her research articles have been published in various international journals with high impact factors. She currently serves as one of the review editors of Frontiers, the scientific journal (Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery section).

Dr. Shirley KOT

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Specialist in Dentistry BDS (Hons), MFDS RCS (Eng), DVM, DAVDC Board Certified Veterinary Dentist™ American Veterinary Dental College 科專科獸 港⼤學 學⼠ 國皇家 科 學院 科學 會員 墨爾本⼤學獸 科學⼠ 國獸 學院專科獸 ( 科)

With her extensive background and experience in Dentistry, Dr. Kot is not just professional and interventional but also deeply committed to delivering the highest quality of care to her patients.

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From the Department of Neuroscience Established in 2019, the Department of Neuroscience aims to provide outstanding education and conduct groundbreaking research to unravel brain mysteries and benefit humanity. Led by a dedicated team of 16 faculty members, the Department is offering programmes including a Neuroscience Minor, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees. The first cohort of graduates from the MSc in Neuroscience programme will also turn a new chapter in their academic and professional development.

The Department strives its best to be a leading hub for nervous system studies. By expanding understanding of the brain, we seek to unlock new possibilities for improving human health and well-being.

Over the past year, the Department has celebrated numerous research successes, high-impact publications, and impressive student achievements that further strengthen its reputation and impact.

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Research Stories

Professor Yung Wing-Ho 容永豪 授

Professor He Jufang and his team 賀 ⽅ 授 的科研團隊

Research co-led by neuroscientists Professor Yung Wing-ho from City University of Hong Kong and Professor Ke Ya from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Faculty of Medicine has made a groundbreaking discovery regarding number sense in animals. The study confirms the existence of discrete number sense in rats, offering a crucial animal model for investigating the neural basis of numerical ability and disability in humans.

Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the world, but current anti-depressants have yet to meet the needs of many patients. Neuroscientists from City University of Hong Kong, led by Professor He Jufang, recently discovered a small molecule that can effectively alleviate stressinduced depressive symptoms in mice by preventing aversive memory formation with a lower dosage, offering a new direction for developing anti-depressants in the future.

The research team developed an innovative approach that employed a novel numerical learning task, brain manipulation techniques and artificial intelligence modelling. The study resolves an ongoing argument about whether rats have a sense of numbers and sheds light on the mechanisms underlying numerical ability. The findings have been published in the renowned journal Science Advances.

The findings were published in the scientific journal Molecular Psychiatry, titled “Cholecystokinin B Receptor Antagonists for the Treatment of Depression via Blocking Long-term Potentiation in the Basolateral Amygdala”. The corresponding author of the paper is Professor He, who is also the Chair Professor of Neuroscience at CityU. The cofirst authors of the paper are Dr. Zhang Xu, Dr. Muhammad Asim and Ms. Fang Wei, all former or current PhD students of Professor He.

The research found that rats without any previous knowledge of numbers were able to develop a sense of numbers when trained with sounds representing two or three numbers. The study suggests that the brain has a specific area for dealing with numbers.

This is the first time scientists have demonstrated that rats can discriminate and categorise three different numbers in a single test, surpassing a simple quantity comparison. The findings offer new insights into studying the specific neural circuits involved in number processing in animals and how genes are associated with mathematical ability. The research could also have practical applications in the field of artificial intelligence and contribute to the development of interventions for individuals with numerical difficulties.

The study found that a CCKBR antagonist called YM022 had an anti-depressant-like effect by blocking neuroplasticity-caused aversive memory formation in mice. The results showed that the neuroplasticity induction rate was significantly suppressed, and depressive behaviours in mice were reduced. The researchers say CCKBR is a potential target for depression treatment, and the YM022 antagonist may be a good anti-depressant candidate due to its extremely small effective dose. They will further investigate the precise mechanisms and potential side effects to pave the way for future clinical trials.

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The research was supported by Hong Kong Research Grants Council, the Innovation and Technology Fund, the Health and Medical Research Fund, and the following charitable foundations: the Wong Chun Hong Endowed Chair Professorship, the Charlie Lee Charitable Foundation, and the Fong Shu Fook Tong Foundation.

Compared to rats grafted with non-modified hNSCs, rats grafted with SOX9 genemodified hNSCs performed much better in behavior tests, such as grid walking and consecutive walk, after ten weeks postinjury.

The study uses genetic modification to alter the response of hNSCs to the deleterious microenvironment in vivo after injury, improving cell tolerance and selfdifferentiation potential. This modified hNSCs derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) eliminates ethical concerns in using embryonic stem cells and minimises the risk of rejection.

The research has been funded by the Research Grants Council, Hong Kong.

Professor Jessica Liu Aijia and her team 劉 佳 授 的科研團隊 A major advance in treating spinal cord injuries by using genetically modified human neural stem cells (hNSCs) has been made by a team co-led by Professor Jessica Liu Aijia, Department of Neuroscience at City University of Hong Kong, and Professor Martin Cheung, School of Biomedical Sciences, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong (HKUMed).

Professor Eddie Ma Chi-him and his team ⾺智謙 授 的科研團隊 Traumatic injuries to the peripheral nervous system are a leading cause of disability, often resulting in sensory and motor dysfunction. Recently, a research team led

by Professor Eddie Ma Chi-him in the Department of Neuroscience at City University of Hong Kong (CityU) found that the FDA-approved drug metaxalone can accelerate nerve repair and functional recovery after peripheral nerve injury.

Patients with spinal cord injuries often experience lifelong disabilities because of a lack of effective clinical management or treatment regimens.

The CityU-HKU research team has discovered that modifying the expression of the SOX9 gene in hNSCs by approximately 50% can effectively enhance the survival and neuronal differentiation potential of hNSCs in a hostile microenvironment, promoting neural circuits reconstruction in the spinal cord and ultimately restoring locomotor functions.

The team discovered that deletion of the Fmn2 gene enhances microtubule dynamics, axon regeneration, and functional recovery. By screening FDA-approved drugs, they identified metaxalone as a substance that can recapitulate the growthpromoting effects of Fmn2 deletion.

Importantly, metaxalone treatment administered up to 24 hours after injury was

Traumatic injuries to the spinal cord are often caused by falls, car crashes or sportrelated incidents, which can significantly interrupt signal transmission, leading to defective locomotion and somatosensory functions.

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Grants still able to substantially accelerate nerve repair and functional recovery, simulating a clinically relevant scenario where treatment may not be immediately available.

Repurposing an existing FDA-approved drug like metaxalone can also expedite the drug development process.

1. Professor Alan C. C. Fung has been awarded the Shenzhen Science & Technology Research Grants – General Grant for Basic Research in support of his pioneering research project titled “Impacts of Astrocyte-Driven Modulation of the Variation of Neurotransmitter Release Probabilities on the Dynamics of Neural Networks”.

The findings validate Fmn2 as a key regulator of the intrinsic growth program in injured neurons, and offer hope for patients with proximal peripheral nerve injuries by identifying a potential therapeutic strategy using the FDA-approved drug metaxalone.

2. Four academics from City University of Hong Kong have been successful under the Senior Research Fellow Scheme (SRFS) and the Research Fellow Scheme (RFS) (2023/24) established by the Research Grants Council (RGC). They received these awards because of their “exceptional contributions and the potential impact of their proposed research projects”, according to the RGC. The SRFS awardees are Professor He Jufang, Department of Neuroscience; and Professor Andrey L. Rogach and Professor Zhi Chunyi, both from Department of Materials Science and Engineering. The RFS awardee is Professor Yu Xinge, Department of Biomedical Engineering.

The findings were published in the journal Neuron under the title "Genome-wide study reveals novel roles for formin-2 in axon regeneration as a microtubule dynamics regulator and therapeutic target for nerve repair".

Professor He is researching the anterior cingulate cortex of the prefrontal cortex in the brain, an area that could be a cognitive centre that integrates and regulates activities in the whole brain through direct or indirect pathways. The proposed project will expand our understanding of learning and memory and, more importantly, provide instructive knowledge and a new way to develop potential drugs to treat brain disorders.

Click here to access the publications of faculty members during 2023 and 2024 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepNS_PL.pdf

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神經科學系 成⽴於2019年的神經科學 ⼒於提供卓越 的 和開 性的研 ⽬ 是 開⼤ 的 秘 福⼈ 該 14位 授和⼀位兼 授 開設了神經科學輔 碩⼠和 ⼠ 課 ⾸屆神經科學碩⼠課 ⽣即 展開 們的學 和 ⽣涯 章 神經科學

⽮志成為神經 研 的核⼼ 理 ⼤ 索改 ⼈ 健 和福祉的 徑 去⼀年 該 得了 項研 成果 出 了⾼影響⼒的學 ⽂章 並 得了卓越的學⽣成就 ⼀步提升了 和影響⼒

研 故事 動物

字

知⽅⾯

破性發現

城⼤神經科學 的容永豪 授和 港中⽂⼤ 學 學院的柯亞 授 的研 團隊 在動 物 字 知⽅⾯ 得了 破性發現 們確 了⼤ 具 字 知 ⼒ 為研 ⼈ 字 ⼒ 障 的神經基礎提供了寶貴的 動物 型 研

團隊開發了⼀種 ⽅法 結合了 的 字學 ⼤ 作技 和⼈⼯智 型 了⼤ 是否具 字 知的爭議 並 了 字 ⼒ 的 制 研 成果已 發表在 期刊《科學 展》上 研 顯 ⼤ 在 受代表兩個或三個 字 的 ⾳訓練 發展出 字 知 顯 ⼤ 中存在專⾨ 理 字的 域 是科學 家⾸ 展 了⼤ 在單⼀測試中 三個 不同的 字 超越了 單的 量 較 ⼀發現 助於了 動物 理 字所 定神經 路 學 ⼒相關的基因 在⼈⼯智 域 來實 應⽤ 為難 字問題的⼈提供改 ⽅法

的 可

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抗抑鬱

研

損傷治療

抑鬱症是 球 常⾒的 神 病之⼀ 但現 的抗抑鬱 未 ⾜所 患者的 求 城 ⼤神經科學 賀 ⽅ 授 的研 團隊 發現了⼀種⼩ ⼦ 防⽌ 惡 記憶的形成 較 劑量緩 ⼩ 因 ⼒引 的抑鬱症狀 為開發 型抗抑鬱 提供了 ⽅向

城⼤神經科學 劉 佳 授和 港⼤學 嘉 誠 學院⽣物 學學院副 授張知恒共同 的研 團隊 在使⽤基因改 ⼈ 神經幹 細 治療 損傷⽅⾯ 得了重⼤ 展 損傷患者常因 乏 效的臨床 理或治 療⽅ ⽽終 研 團隊發現 約 50% SOX9基因表 可 效增強hNSCs 在惡劣 環境中的存活率和神經 ⼒ 促 神經 路的重建 終 動功

項研 已發表在《 ⼦ 神病學》期刊 題為「收縮素B受 拮抗劑 阻斷 仁核⻑ 期增強效應治療抑鬱症」 由賀 授 其 現 ⼠⽣張旭 Muhammad Asim ⽅ 亦共同 寫

常由摔倒 ⾞ 或 動意 引 重中斷信 傳 動和 覺功 陷 植未經改 的hNSCs的⼤ 相 受傷⼗ 植了SOX9基因改 hNSCs的⼤ 在格⼦步⾏和 續步⾏的⾏ 為測試中表現得更佳 可

研

發現 為YM022的CCKBR的拮抗劑 阻斷神經可 性引 的 惡記憶形成 展 現了 抗抑鬱的效果 結果顯 神經可 性誘 率顯 ⼩ 的抑鬱⾏為減 少 研 ⼈員 出 CCKBR是 在的抑鬱症 治療靶點 YM022拮抗劑因 效劑量 ⼩ 可 成為⼀種 效的抗抑鬱 物 們 ⼀步研 其 制和 在副作⽤ 推動未來 的臨床試驗

傷

項研

基因改 改變了hNSCs在受傷 對惡劣 環境的 應 提⾼了細 的 耐受性和⾃我 ⼒ 來⾃誘 幹細 （iPSCs）的改 hNSCs 除了使⽤ 幹細 的倫理問題 並 險 ⾄

該研 得到 港研 助局 科技基 ⾦ 療衛⽣研 基⾦ 冠 講 座 授席 慈 基⾦和⽅樹福堂基⾦ 的⽀

該研 由 港研

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助局 助

助⾦ 神經損傷治療

1. 馮志 授 得 圳科技 員會基礎 研 助 ⽤於開 性研 項⽬「星形 質 細 動的神經 質 放 率變異對神經 絡動 影響」

神經 的 傷性損傷是 的主 原因 常引 覺和 動功 障 神經科學 的⾺智謙 授 的研 團 隊發現 國 品 物 理局（FDA） 准的 沙 可 加 神經 促 功

2. 城⼤四位學者的研 項⽬因卓越貢 和 在影響 得了研 助局2023/24年度的 「⾼ 研 學者計劃」和「研 學者計劃」 助 ⾼ 研 學者計劃得主包括神經科學 賀 授 材 科學 ⼯ 學 Andrey L. Rogach 授和⽀春義 授 ⽽研 學者計 劃得主為⽣物 學⼯ 的于欣格 授

研 團隊發現 敲除Fmn2基因可增強 動 ⼒學 軸 再⽣和功 FDA 准的 物 們確定了 沙 可 重現 敲除Fmn2的⽣⻑促 效果

賀 授正在研 ⼤ 額 ⽪層的 扣 ⽪ 層 域可 是 直 或間 徑整合 和 整個⼤ 活動的 知中⼼ 該項⽬ 加 我們對學 和記憶的理 並提供重 的知識 ⽅法 開發治療 部 病的 物

值得注意的是 即使在受傷 24⼩ 沙 治療 仍 顯 加 神經 和功 了臨床上可 法⽴即提供治療 的 境 重 利⽤現 的FDA 准 物 沙 可 加 物開發 研

結果證明Fmn2可作受傷神經元 在⽣⻑ 序的關鍵 因⼦ 並確定FDA 准的 沙 作為 在的治療 略 為 端 神 經損傷患者 來希 研 「

成果發表在《神經元》期刊上 題為 基因組研 formin-2在軸 再⽣中的 ⾓⾊ 作為 動⼒學 劑和神經 的治療靶 」

參 2023 年和 2024 年 員的出 物 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepNS_PL.pdf

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From the Department of Neuroscience Background

Master of Science in Neuroscience (MSN)

Hong Kong and Greater China are facing an increasingly ageing population. Mainland China ended its one-child policy in 2016 and further removed the two-child limit in 2021, as an ageing population combined with a low birth rate will increase the socioeconomic burden.

Neurological disorders are the leading cause of years of life lost and years lived with disability, and the second leading cause of deaths globally.

The economic loss due to mental illness between 2011–2030 is estimated to be greater than those of other major diseases.

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised the incidences of mental health issues. An ageing brain is prone to health issues like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and stroke.

Programme Leader Prof. Geoffrey C.Y. LAU Associate Professor Department of Neuroscience

The first Master of Science in Neuroscience programme in Hong Kong

However, there is a gap in knowledge and skills between basic and advanced neuroscience. With rapid development, Hong Kong is well-positioned to offer the needed neuroscience education and training as a regional and international hub. The global market for neuroscience is estimated to be $32 billion USD in 2022 and is projected to grow to $41 billion USD by 2027.

Programme at a Glance NORMAL STUDY PERIOD Full-time: 1 year (max. 2.5 years) Part-time: 2 years (max. 5 years) GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum 30 Credit Units

Orientation Day of MSc in Neuroscience in 2023.

2023年度神經科學理學碩⼠課 開學⽇ (First row ⼀⾏) Prof. Geoffrey Lau (劉 宇 授), Prof. Jufang He,(賀 ⽅ 授), Prof. Sungchil Yang (楊 授). (Second row ⼆⾏) Prof. Wing Ho Yung (容永豪 授), Prof. Alan C. C. Fung (馮志 ), Prof.

Xiaowei Zhu (朱曉維), Prof. Kwok On Lai (黎國 授) (Third row 三⾏) Prof. Jan Schnupp.

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Our Students

About the Programme

The inaugural cohort of the MSN programme graduated at the end of academic year 2023-24. In May 2024, the Department organized a joyful gathering to celebrate the students’ year of hard work and dedication. This event provided an opportunity for the students and staff to strengthen their bonds, foster a sense of belonging, and review the programme’s learning and teaching elements together.

The excitement and unity among the group captured the spirit of this significant milestone, as the first batch of MSN graduates prepares to embark on the next chapter of their academic and professional journeys.

Against this background, the Department of Neuroscience has launched the Master of Science in Neuroscience (MSN) in 2023/24 with an intake of 40 students. This interdisciplinary MSN programme aims to equip students from diverse undergraduate backgrounds with up-to-date knowledge and practical skills in both basic and translational neuroscience, providing them with a robust foundation to navigate this complex and rapidly evolving field. The Programme also offers a comprehensive understanding of emerging trends in neuro-science research, technology, education, and interdisciplinary applications, encouraging critical thinking to prepare students for dynamic careers in this multifaceted dis-cipline. Other Master programmes in Hong Kong specifically focus on clinical aspects of neuroscience and intend to target practising healthcare professionals. Our programme also nurture both healthcare and non-healthcare professionals with specialized knowledge of neuroscience and neuro-psychiatric disorders, empowering them to contribute to the advancement of this crucial field and tackle the pressing challenges faced by an ageing population in the Greater China region.

Entrance Admission

Requirements

MSN Graduation Gathering 2024 2024年度神經科學理學碩⼠ 祝晚會 (First row ⼀⾏) Prof. Zhitao Hu ( 志濤 授), Prof. Wing Ho Yung (容永豪 授), Prof.

Qiang Liu (劉強 授), Prof. Geoffrey Lau (劉 宇 授), Prof. Xiaowei Zhu (朱曉維 授), Prof. Jessica Liu (劉 佳 授), Prof.

Kwok On Lai (黎國 授)

and

Our applicants generally satisfy the University’s general entrance requirements commonly possess an undergraduate degree in Life Science/ Bioengineering/ Psychology / Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Medicine / Biostatistics or a related discipline. For the students who do not possess one of the degrees described above, additional support will be paid to them to ensure that they can follow the progress of the programme. Since our pedagogy is conducted entirely in English, our students must satisfy graduate English requirements such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL; minimum of 79 for internet-based test), the International English Language Testing Sys-tem (IELTS, minimum of 6.5 ), or the Chinese mainland’s College English Test (CET6; minimum score of 450).

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Programme Curriculum Core Courses (15 credit units)

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Units

NS5001

Research Methodology and Ethics

3

NS5002

Neurobiology of Disease

3

NS5003

Neural Basis of Learning and Memory

3

NS5004

Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience

3

NS8002

Advanced Neuroscience

3

Electives (15 credit units)

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Units

NS5005

Sensory and Motor Neuroscience

3

NS5006

Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience

3

NS5007

Human and Artificial Intelligence

3

NS5008

Neuropharmacology

3

NS6001

Research Project in Neuroscience

6

NS6002

Advanced Computational Neuroscience

3

BMS8106

Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine

3

BMS8110

Genomics and Bioinformatics

3

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理學碩士（神經科學）

課 正常 讀期 ⽇制 1 年（ ⻑ 2.5 年） 兼讀制 2 年（ ⻑ 5 年） 求 少 30 學

課 主 劉 宇 授 神經科學 副 授

港⾸個神經科學理學碩⼠課

課 介紹 在 樣的 景下 港城市⼤學神經科學 於 2023/24 學 年 推 出 神 經 科 學 理 學 碩 ⼠ （MSN）課 招收了40 學⽣ 個跨學 科課 在提供基礎神經科學和轉 神經科 學的 知識和實踐技 為來⾃不同本科 課 景的學⽣ 定堅實的基礎 從⽽應對 個 ⼜⼀⽇千⾥的 域 課 讓學⽣ ⾯了 神經科學研 科技 跨學 科應⽤的 發展 ⿎ 判思維 讓學⽣ 在 個 元 域的 勃 場做 準

景介紹 港和⼤中 正在⾯臨⼈⼝ 的挑 戰 中國 於2016年結束⼀孩政 並於 2021年 ⼀步 ⽣ ⼆孩的限制 ⼈⼝ 出⽣率的結合 會增加社會經濟的 負 神經 病是 球壽命縮短和 的⾸ 原因 是 球 ⼆⼤ 原因 估計 2011年⾄2030年期間 因 神 病 成的經濟損失 超 其 主 病 2019冠 狀病 疫 增加⼼理健 問題的發⽣率 ⼤ 來阿爾 海 症 帕⾦ 病和中 健 問題 ⽽ 基礎神經科學和⾼ 神經科學之間仍存在知識和技 的 着 發展 港 成為 域和國 神 經科學的 和培訓中⼼ 2022年 球神 經 科 學 市 場 估 計 到 320 億 元 預 計 到 2027年 增⾄410億 元

港其 碩⼠課 專注於神經科學的臨床 域 主 針對在 的 療專 ⼈⼠ 我們的 課 則着重培訓具 神經科學 神經 神 病專 知識的 療和 療專 ⼈⼠ 讓 們對 個重 域的發展作出貢 並應對 ⼤中 ⼈⼝ 的 切挑戰

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學 求 申 申 ⼈須 到⼀ ⼤學 學 求 在⽣命科學∕⽣物⼯ ∕⼼理學∕ 學∕ 學 ∕獸 學∕⽣物 計學或相關學科中 得學位

不具

上 學位的學⽣ 額 ⽀援 確 們 跟上課 度 由於我們 語 學 學⽣ 須 到⼀定 語 求 上托福考試（TOEFL） 少79 國 語 ⽔ 準 測 試 （ IELTS ） 少 6.5 國⼤學 450

課 結構

語六

考 試 （ CET6 ）

核⼼課 （15 學 ） 課

代碼

課

稱

NS5001

研

⽅法

NS5002 NS5003

倫理

3

病神經⽣物學

3

學 ⼦

NS5004

學

記憶神經基礎

3

細

3

神經科學

神經科學

NS8002

3

課 （15 學 ） 課

代碼

NS5005 NS5006 NS5007 NS5008 NS6001 NS6002 BMS8106 BMS8110

課

稱

覺

學

動神經科學

知

3

⾏為神經科學

⼈

⼈⼯智

神經

理學

3 3

神經科學研 計

幹細

3

項⽬

6

神經科學

基因組學

再⽣

3

學

3

⽣物信息學

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少

我們的學⽣

神經科學理學碩⼠課 ⾸屆學⽣預計在 2023/24學年結 2024年5⽉ 神經科學 為 祝學⽣⼀年來的⾟勤奉 ⽽ 辦 會 讓學⽣和 員得 加強 繫 ⼜ 增強 屬 並⼀同檢討課 的 學元素 着⾸ 屆神經科學理學碩⼠ ⽣即 展開 學 和專 ⽣涯的 章 當晚的興奮和團結 圍 現了 ⼀重 ⾥ 碑的 神

⼆維碼了 更

訊

Students learning how to perform brain dissection. 學⽣們正學 ⾏⼤ 剖

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From the Department of Biomedical Sciences

BMS Staff ⽣物 學 團隊

Research Achievements

The Department of Biomedical Sciences (BMS), established in 2014, is a centre of excellence in life and biomedical sciences research and education. Led by our team of over 27 world-class professors, the department works closely with more than 200 postgraduate students and researchers to address critical healthcare challenges facing our modern society.

Seven BMS Scholars including Prof Michael YANG, Prof CHENG Shuk Han, Prof HUANG Yu, Prof YIN Huiyong, Prof LAO Xiangqian, Prof YAO Xi and Prof Gigi LO were listed among World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists 2023 by Stanford University.

Prof Michael YANG’s Postdoc (Dr YANG Zihan) was awarded the Jockey Club Global STEM Post-doctoral Fellowship for Translational Research and Application (2023/24).

Our comprehensive education and research portfolio includes undergraduate programmes: BSc in Biomedical Sciences and BSc in Biological Sciences, as well as postgraduate offerings like the MSc in Health Sciences and Management and PhD in Biomedical Sciences, that are designed to train the next generation of outstanding scientists and professionals in the life and biomedical sciences.

Prof Terrence LAU and Prof Kiwon BAN were the recipients of a Bronze Medal at the 49th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva.

One BMS awardee for Research Grants Council Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme (PDFS) 2023/24

In the academic year 2023-2024, we celebrated numerous research successes, high-impact publications, active patent portfolios, and impressive student achievements. These accomplishments have further strengthened the department's reputation and impact within the scientific community and beyond.

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Major External Grants in 2023-2024

Active Number of Patents

Research Grants Council (RGC) Themebased Research Scheme: Prof HUANG Yu

Methods Of Tagging Rna Molecules Associated With Epigenetically Modified Chromatin In Living Cells. / YAN, Jian (Inventor); FAN, Ligang (Inventor). Apr 30, 2024.

Innovation and Technology Fund: Prof CHAN Kei Hang Katie, Prof LO Pui Chi Gigi, Prof YAN Jian and Prof Michael YANG

Microfluidic Chip System For Automatic Separation Of Live Sperms And Subsequent Formation Of Single-SpermEncapsulated Microhydrogels. / XIAO, Xianjin (Inventor); YANG, M (Inventor); ZHOU, Xiaoyu (Inventor) et al. Apr 26, 2024.

RGC General Research Fund for funding year 2023-2024: Prof CHOW Kwan TING, Prof CHAN Kui Ming, Prof DENG Xin, Prof HUANG Yu, Prof LO Pui Chi Gigi, Prof WANG Li, Prof XIONG Wenjun, Prof YUAN Hsiang-Yu Sean, Prof ZHENG Zongli

⼀種超 ⼦ 合物 ⾃ 油 層 其 製 ⽅法 應⽤. / YAO, Xi (Inventor); YI, Bo (Inventor).

Patent No.: ZL201910623951.7. Apr 26, 2024.

MCM3相關乳 癌⽣物 誌物試劑盒, 診 斷 其相關應⽤. / CHAN, Kui Ming (Inventor); ZHU, Lina (Inventor); ZHU, Xiaoxuan (Inventor).

Patent No.: ZL202010927463.8. Apr 12, 2024.

Method For Inducing Dedifferentiation Of Adipocytes. / LIU, Guopan (Inventor); ZHANG, Liang (Inventor); PAN, Yilin (Inventor) et al. Mar 28, 2024. ⼀種

成 原代 環 瘤細 理 ⽅ 法 . / YANG, M (Inventor); CUI, Miao (Inventor); YANG, Zihan (Inventor) et al.

Patent No.: ZL202210414895.8. Mar 08, 2024.

Method and system for machine learning based assessment of Alzheimer's Disease. / CHAN, Kei Hang Katie (Inventor); Chen, Jingtao, Chen, Jingtao (Inventor); LIU, Jundong (Inventor) et al.

Jan 19, 2024.

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High-impact Publications

PI involved as Corresponding/ Name of Cojournals corresponding Author

Publication Title

Prof Michael YANG

Advanced Materials

Prof YAO Xi

Impact Factor

Ranking

Magnetic Particle Imaging: From Tracer Design to Biomedical Applications in Vasculature Abnormality

29.4

3/280

Advanced Materials

Microphase-Separated Elastic and Ultrastretchable Ionogel for Reliable Ionic Skin with Multimodal Sensation

29.4

3/280

Prof HE Advanced Mingliang & YAO Functional Xi Materials

Liquid Metal-Enhanced Highly Adhesive Electrodes for Multifunctional Epidermal Bioelectronics

19

9/230

Prof YIN Huiyong

Hepatology

ALDOB/KAT2A Interactions Epigenetically Modulating TGF-β Expression and T Cell Functions in Hepatocellular Carcinogenesis

14

6/139

Prof LAO Xiangqian

Journal of Hazardous Materials

The joint effect of long-term exposure to multiple air pollutants on non-accidental and cause-specific mortality: A longitudinal cohort study

13.6

12/334

Prof Michael YANG

An integrated and multi-functional dropletBiosensors and based microfluidic platform for digital DNA Bioelectronics amplification

12.6

7/169

Prof MAK King Lun Kingston

Molecular Therapy

Activation of the YAP/KLF5 transcriptional cascade in renal tubular cells aggravates kidney injury

12.4

5/169

Prof ZHENG Zongli

Clinical Cancer Monitoring hepatocellular carcinoma using Research tumor content in circulating cell-free DNA

11.5

15/318

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Collaborations 2024 Mini-Symposium on Precision Medicine co-organized with Tung Biomedical Sciences Centre on 16 April 2024

Joint Symposium between BME and BMS ⽣物 學⼯ ⽣物 學 合研討會 Joint Seminars co-organized by Departments of Biomedical Engineering (BME) and Biomedical Sciences (BMS) on 5 June 2024

2024 Mini-Symposium on Precision Medicine 2024年 準 學⼩型研討會

Joint Symposium on Advances in Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering co-organized by Departments of Infectious Diseases and Public Health and Biomedical Sciences on 17 October 2023 Joint Symposium on Innovation in Biomedicine and Bioengineering Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Biomedical Sciences on 23 September 2023

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Miss ZHANG Xuebing (Prof Kim Jin Young’s PhD student) won “Dance Your PhD 2024” Contest Showcasing Innovative Fusion of Science and Art (February 2024)

Hong Kong Scholars Annual Symposium 2023 江學者計劃 年學 交 會2023

Hong Kong Scholars Annual Symposium 2023, organized jointly by the China National Postdoctoral Council under the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security, the Society of Hong Kong Scholars and Beijing-Hong Kong Academic Exchange Centre and supported by BMS on 8 July 2023

Miss ZHANG Xuebing won “Dance Your PhD 2024” Contest Showcasing Innovative Fusion of Science and Art 張 冰⼩ 得2024年 出 ⼠ 賽 Miss AI Liqing (Prof YAO Xi’s PhD student) received the Best Poster Award at 2024 International Symposium on Superwettability+ (23-26 Jan 2024)

Students’ Achievements Miss ZHU Jingyi (Prof. Leo Chan, Visiting Associate Professor’s PhD student) received WESTPAC Best Young Scientist Oral Presentation 2024 Award (22-25 April 2024)

Miss AI Liqing received the Best Poster Award at 2024 International Symposium on Superwettability+ ⼩ 得2024年超濕潤國 研討會 佳海報 Click here to access the publications of faculty members during 2023 and 2024 https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/sites/g/files/ asqsls4416/files/media-document/DepBMS_PL.pdf

Miss ZHU Jingyi (2nd from the left) received WESTPAC Best Young Scientist Oral Presentation 2024 Award 朱 儀⼩ （左⼆） 得2024 WESTPAC 佳年 輕科學家⼝頭報告

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生物醫學系

⽣物 學 （BMS）⾃2014年成⽴ 來 成為⽣命 ⽣物 學研 的橋頭 該 由超 27位世界 授 200 研 ⽣ 研 ⼈員緊密合作 ⼒於 代社會的重⼤ 療問題

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活細 中 表 傳 ⾊質相關的 RNA ⼦ 記⽅法 / 發明者 健 FAN, Ligang 2024年4⽉30⽇

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⼀種基於 的⾃動 式單 ⼦⽣ 者 先⾦ 王源 ⼩鈺 ⽉26⽇

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尹 授 向 授 希 授 沛 授共7位學者被史丹福⼤學 2023 年 球 2% 受引⽤科學家 單

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2023年7⽉8⽇由中國⼈⼒ 源和社會 障部 下 國 ⼠ 會辦 室 港 學者協會 京港學 交 中⼼合辦 ⽣物 學 ⽀ 的 江學者計劃 年學 交 會

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