The Hong Kong Prize for Science and Technology
Hong Kong has long been a leader in science and technology. The city has won a number of top prizes, including the Nobel Prize for Physics and Chemistry and the World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer Award. In addition to bringing home major awards, scientists here have also made significant contributions to the advancement of science and society.
Last week, no ticket holders won the first prize in the lottery draw, leaving a jackpot of about HK$102 million. That means the HK$102 million will be carried over to this week’s draw, creating an even bigger jackpot. This has prompted many people to try their luck and see if they can win the prize.
During the Hong Kong riots of 2019, hundreds and possibly thousands of people were injured or even killed by anti-government protesters. During the protests, police officers were attacked and public facilities like subway stations and street lights were vandalized.
A photo by Reuters has won the Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Photography. The photo shows a police officer standing next to an armoured vehicle in the middle of a crowd of protesters. The caption reads “Police officer takes a stand against pro-Beijing rioters in the heart of Hong Kong’s financial district”. The photo has been praised by many Chinese netizens but has also sparked controversy. Some netizens say the photo is offensive to the Chinese government and shows the brutality of Hong Kong’s police force.
Hong Kong is home to a large number of international schools and has become an education hub. Its students are among the best in the world, and its educators are trained to teach them to think critically and creatively. Many are also able to speak multiple languages. Some are even able to go on to pursue advanced degrees abroad.
The BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize is a non-governmental merit-based reward for scientific research and technological innovation in Hong Kong. It aims to promote scientific development and the transformation of Hong Kong’s economy. The award is presented by BOC Hong Kong Limited. The BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize 2024 will be awarded to five researchers in the fields of artificial intelligence and robotics, life and health, new materials and new energy, advanced manufacturing and fintech.
HKAA’s Yonge-Long Prize for Young Fellows recognises excellent research by young members of the Academy. The research must be published in the past 10 years and should reflect clinical practice or the underlying basic principles of medical sciences. The winning researchers will receive a cash prize and a trophy. The winners will be announced in October. This year’s theme is ‘Creatively Solving Complex Problems’. The competition is open to all Academy members aged below 50 at the time of submission. The winner will be selected by an independent review panel. The evaluation process is performed in accordance with scientific and rigorous standards. No organization or individual may exert undue influence on the review procedure. Nominees must support the basic laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and hold high social morality and professional ethics.