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The University of Hong Kong

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The University of Hong Kong

@HKUniversity

Hong Kong

Joined April 2010

The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Dec 14, 2023
Renowned chemist and Nobel Laureate @sirfrasersays has joined #HKU as the Chair Professor in the Department of Chemistry. Check out the video to learn what brought him to HKU, his aspirations here & also his inspiring words to students who are passionate about science!
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Jun 18, 2025
HKU has reached an unprecedented milestone, climbing to 11th place in the 2026 #QS World University Rankings @worlduniranking. This achievement marks the second consecutive year of record-breaking, following its rise to 17th globally in 2025. HKU has also solidified its position
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Sep 5, 2023
WELCOMING WORLD-RENOWNED CHEMIST: #HKU is proud to announce the appointment of @sirfrasersays, a distinguished chemist and Nobel Laureate, as Chair Professor in the Department of Chemistry, @hku_science. Details at go.hku.hk/pr26533
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Aug 31, 2023
AI at HKU. Prof. Moriaki Yasuhara’s team uses AI to understand long-term changes in Hong Kong’s marine biodiversity and their drivers. Ostracods are used as a proxy for biodiversity, and the AI tool identifies 140 species of ostracods in sediment cores with >90% accuracy.
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Nov 4, 2025
HKU is proud to be ranked #1 in Asia in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026! This recognition celebrates our community’s dedication to excellence and our pivotal role in global higher education. As we mark our 115th anniversary, HKU continues to drive innovation,
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Jul 5, 2024
International collaborative research team co-led by Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart @HKU Department of Chemistry links L-glucopyranosyl monosaccharides to produce α-, β-, and γ-L-cyclodextrins, making the cover of Nature Synthesis. hku.hk/press/press-re…
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Feb 9, 2021
Open for Applications! # HKU Presidential Post-doctoral Fellowship(HKU-PPF) The prestigious HKU-PPF is calling for application! The fellows will receive an annual stipend of around HK$621,600(~US$80,000) with additional grants and other benefits! Details: hku.hk/research/hku-p…
The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Apr 17, 2018
We welcomed @aamir_khan along with singer Kay Tse on our campus for a talk, Mr. Khan talked about his latest film #SecretSuperstar. The guests also discussed their experiences and views on searching for equality. A big shout-out to @HKUGenEd for hosting a full house event!
The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Jun 14, 2023
🏆#HKU scholars awarded the @RoySocChem’s 2023 Dalton Horizon Prize for their pioneering interdisciplinary medicinal chemistry research that paves the way for potential new drug treatments and therapies to improve human health. Details at go.hku.hk/pr26241 #RSCPrizes
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Sep 2, 2021
👏🏼 RISING RECOGNITION: In the World University Rankings just released by @timeshighered, #HKU is #1 locally and has climbed nine places to #30 globally, boosted especially by our research influence! go.hku.hk/THEWUR2022
The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Jan 17, 2019
Why do a #10yearchallenge when you can actually do a #100yearchallenge? Here is to many more hundred years to come! #HKU #TiesWithHKU #ThriveWithHKU #HKUintl
The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Nov 8, 2023
Rising Recognition: #HKU is ranked second in Asia in the QS Asia University Rankings for 2024, climbing two spots from last year! Details: go.hku.hk/pr26815
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The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Sep 11, 2020
COVID-19 VACCINE NEWS: The #HKU State Key Laboratory for Emerging Infectious Diseases co-developed #COVID19 #vaccine candidate has been approved for human clinical trial. Learn more at hku.hk/press/news_det…
The University of Hong Kong
@HKUniversity
Sep 2, 2019
#HKU welcomes non-local students to its family at last week's Orientation Programme! New students who have joined HKU from around the world gathered at the Grand Hall to celebrate the beginning of their campus life. Wishing all new #HKUers a great academic year ahead! #HKUintl