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𝟏𝟖 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐆𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 PolyU is committed to advancing impactful research through its robust interdisciplinary collaborations, pioneering innovative solutions that benefit the world. In the latest 2024/25 grants from the Research Grants Council (RGC), 18 PolyU projects have received approximately HK$91.76 million in funding from the Collaborative Research Fund (CRF) and Research Impact Fund (RIF), the highest amount among the UGC-funded universities. PolyU also outperformed its counterparts in both the number of funded projects and total CRF funding received.💰 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. Christopher Chao, 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) said, “PolyU leads the way in fostering a robust culture of knowledge transfer and real-world applications, leveraging its academic expertise, dedicated researchers, state-of-the-art facilities, and interdisciplinary collaborations. These achievements not only demonstrate PolyU’s research excellence but also highlight its strong partnerships with government bureaux and industry sectors to promote translation of research outcomes into practical solutions. The successes in securing RGC funds further illustrate PolyU’s strength in basic research and its capacity to lead innovative projects with significant societal impact, delivering valuable benefits.” To uphold its motto “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind,” PolyU researchers have transformed novel research outcomes into practical solutions that address global challenges. The funded research projects showcase PolyU’s diverse research capabilities across various fields that impact every aspect of human life, including innovative building and construction technologies, environmental sustainability, biochemistry, drug discovery, cancer treatment, sustainable aviation fuel engineering, photonics, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, optical technology and visual care.👩🎓👨🎓 理大發揮跨學科研究影響力　18研究項目獲研資局撥款支持 理大積極推動具影響力的研究，充分發揮強大的跨學科研究實力，啟發創新解決方案，造福世界。香港研究資助局（研資局）最近公布的2024/25年度資助項目中，理大共有18個研究項目分別獲得「協作研究金」及「研究影響基金」資助；總資助額達約港幣9,176萬元，為本地教資會資助大學之冠。其中，理大獲「協作研究金」撥款的項目數量及資助額均為全港之冠。💰 理大副校長（研究及創新）趙汝恒教授表示︰「理大充分運用學術專長，讓研究人員發揮所長，結合先進設施及跨學科合作，培育優良的創科文化及環境，促進知識轉移和研究成果商品化。這些驕人成就不僅展示了理大在具影響力研究方面的卓越表現，亦彰顯了理大與政府部門及業界之間的緊密合作，共同推動科研成果轉化落地。今年理大在爭取研資局研究資助基金方面表現出色，更展示了大學在基礎研究和領導創新項目的實力，為社會帶來實際裨益和具價值的創新方案。」 秉承校訓「開物成務勵學利民」的精神，理大學者將創新研究成果轉化為解決方案，以應對全球挑戰。獲資助研究項目涵蓋不同範疇，充分突顯理大雄厚的科研實力，當中包括創新建築技術、可持續環境、生物化學、藥物研發、癌症治療方法、可持續航空燃料、光子技術、人工智能、生物醫學工程、視光技術及眼睛護理等。👩🎓👨🎓 ⬇更多｜More https://polyu.hk/mEnUZ #PolyU #RIO #ResearchExcellence #Innovation #KnowledgeTransfer #ImpactfulResearch #Collaboration

𝟏𝟖 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐆𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝, 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 PolyU is committed to advancing impactful research through its robust interdisciplinary collaborations, pioneering innovative solutions that benefit the world. In the latest 2024/25 grants from the Research Grants Council (RGC), 18 PolyU projects have received approximately HK$91.76 million in funding from the Collaborative Research Fund (CRF) and Research Impact Fund (RIF), the highest amount among the UGC-funded universities. PolyU also outperformed its counterparts in both the number of funded projects and total CRF funding received.💰 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟. Christopher Chao, 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐔 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 (𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧) said, “PolyU leads the way in fostering a robust culture of knowledge transfer and real-world applications, leveraging its academic expertise, dedicated researchers, state-of-the-art facilities, and interdisciplinary collaborations. These achievements not only demonstrate PolyU’s research excellence but also highlight its strong partnerships with government bureaux and industry sectors to promote translation of research outcomes into practical solutions. The successes in securing RGC funds further illustrate PolyU’s strength in basic research and its capacity to lead innovative projects with significant societal impact, delivering valuable benefits.” To uphold its motto “To learn and to apply, for the benefit of mankind,” PolyU researchers have transformed novel research outcomes into practical solutions that address global challenges. The funded research projects showcase PolyU’s diverse research capabilities across various fields that impact every aspect of human life, including innovative building and construction technologies, environmental sustainability, biochemistry, drug discovery, cancer treatment, sustainable aviation fuel engineering, photonics, artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, optical technology and visual care.👩🎓👨🎓 理大發揮跨學科研究影響力　18研究項目獲研資局撥款支持 理大積極推動具影響力的研究，充分發揮強大的跨學科研究實力，啟發創新解決方案，造福世界。香港研究資助局（研資局）最近公布的2024/25年度資助項目中，理大共有18個研究項目分別獲得「協作研究金」及「研究影響基金」資助；總資助額達約港幣9,176萬元，為本地教資會資助大學之冠。其中，理大獲「協作研究金」撥款的項目數量及資助額均為全港之冠。💰 理大副校長（研究及創新）趙汝恒教授表示︰「理大充分運用學術專長，讓研究人員發揮所長，結合先進設施及跨學科合作，培育優良的創科文化及環境，促進知識轉移和研究成果商品化。這些驕人成就不僅展示了理大在具影響力研究方面的卓越表現，亦彰顯了理大與政府部門及業界之間的緊密合作，共同推動科研成果轉化落地。今年理大在爭取研資局研究資助基金方面表現出色，更展示了大學在基礎研究和領導創新項目的實力，為社會帶來實際裨益和具價值的創新方案。」 秉承校訓「開物成務勵學利民」的精神，理大學者將創新研究成果轉化為解決方案，以應對全球挑戰。獲資助研究項目涵蓋不同範疇，充分突顯理大雄厚的科研實力，當中包括創新建築技術、可持續環境、生物化學、藥物研發、癌症治療方法、可持續航空燃料、光子技術、人工智能、生物醫學工程、視光技術及眼睛護理等。👩🎓👨🎓 ⬇更多｜More https://polyu.hk/mEnUZ #PolyU #RIO #ResearchExcellence #Innovation #KnowledgeTransfer #ImpactfulResearch #Collaboration

About the Project PhD Start Date: January/February 2025 at the University of Wollongong Application form will open on 24th May 2024 (University of Wollongong, Graduate Research School) and close on Monday 31st July 2024 at 23:59 AEDT. Funding Package: The funding package for this studentship scheme is as follows: ·       Full tuition fee waiver p.a. ·       Stipend at Research Training Program rates (circa $34,000 p.a.) ·       The stipend is funded for 3.5 years. The candidate will spend 24 months at University of Wollongong, Australia, followed by 12 months at University of Surrey, UK, before returning to UOW for the last 6 months. Programme Details Fields of research:  Neuroscience, Quantum Biotechnology, Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience Host Department/School - University of Wollongong, Australia and Affiliations: School of Chemistry and Molecular Bioscience, Molecular Horizons Department/School - University of Surrey, UK and Affiliations: School of Biosciences, Leverhulme Quantum Biology Doctoral Training Centre Supervisory team and affiliations The PhD candidate will be supervised by Prof Lezanne Ooi (neuroscientist, UOW) and Prof Haibo Yu (computational biophysicist, UOW), Dr Youngchan Kim (quantum biologist, UOS) and Prof Jim Al-Khalili (theoretical physicist, UOS). The candidate will be affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence in Quantum Biotechnology (QUBIC), of which Prof Ooi is leading the ‘Neural Imaging Theme’ https://www.qubic.au/ . At UOS, the candidate will be integrated into the Leverhulme Quantum Biology Doctoral Training Centre (QB-DTC), of which Prof Al-Khalili is co-director https://lnkd.in/ggsEnatA . Project: ‘Harnessing novel quantum tools for neural imaging in neurodegenerative disease’ TAR DNA-binding protein 43 (TDP-43) is vital in controlling mRNA and protein levels in cells and is dysreglated in neurodegenerative diseases, such as motor neuron disease and dementia. A multi-disciplinary approach, harnessing novel quantum tools, will be used to study the molecular mechanisms underlying TDP-43-diseases, capitalising on unique expertise in quantum biotechnology at UOW and UOS. Please contact the project supervisors for additional information (University of Wollongong, Australia): Professor Lezanne Ooi lezanne@uow.edu.au; Prof Haibo Yu hyu@uow.edu.au; (University of Surrey, UK) Dr Youngchan Kim youngchan.kim@surrey.ac.uk; Prof Jim Al-Khalili j.al-khalili@surrey.ac.uk Please find information about the scholarship here: https://lnkd.in/ggbciwd7 Please find the application link here: https://lnkd.in/gJW7vaQp

💡Funding fuels science! In his blog post, Ahmed Mohamed shares information on the different funding options available for researchers. From global grants to industry partnerships, securing funding is key to turning ideas into impact. 🌟 Ahmed and his colleagues' experience teaches that networking raises your awareness of funding opportunities, enables learning from others, and unlocks collaborations and hidden opportunities to move research forward. Read more from his post: https://lnkd.in/dnbA9cJe A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences | UEF University of Eastern Finland UEF Neuroscience Research Community #Science #Funding #PhD #UEF #Horizon2020 #MSCA #neurosciene #PhDlife

Biotechnology: A New Frontier in Space Exploration * Biotechnology is a broad area of biology that involves the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products. Depending on the tools and applications, it often overlaps with related fields of molecular biology, bio-engineering, biomedical engineering, bio-manufacturing, molecular engineering, etc. For thousands of years, humankind has used biotechnology in agriculture, food production, and medicine.

Northwestern University has a long history of interdisciplinary collaboration says Eric J. Perreault Northwestern’s vice president for research, generating groundbreaking research.    In a piece in THE Campus Professor Perreault highlights the university’s rich research history dating back to the 1950s, which fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation.     Northwestern has 35 university-wide research institutes and centres fuelling innovation, with the university leading in areas like synthetic biology, driving transformative innovation in drug development and sustainable manufacturing and their state-of-the-art facilities and strategic partnerships ensure cutting-edge research continues, benefiting academia and industry.     Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3wpZ414     THE’s inaugural Interdisciplinary Science Rankings (ISR) is a project in partnership with Schmidt Science Fellows - which will be published in autumn 2024.   Register your institution to participate in the ranking here: https://bit.ly/49EPs0x    #interdisciplinaryscience #timeshighereducation #highereducation #universities #highered #university #science #THEUniRankings #NorthwesternUniversity #InterdisciplinaryResearch #TransformativeScience

Marie Curie's discoveries had a profound impact on society, revolutionizing medicine, science, and technology. Her pioneering work includes: *Key Discoveries:* 1. Radioactivity (1898): Curie discovered radioactive elements polonium (Po) and radium (Ra). 2. Isolation of Radioactive Isotopes (1902): Curie developed methods to isolate and purify radioactive isotopes. 3. X-Rays and Radioactivity Applications (1903): Curie explored X-ray technology and its medical applications. *Impact on Society:* *Medicine:* 1. Cancer Treatment: Radiotherapy, using radioactive isotopes, became a standard cancer treatment. 2. Diagnostic Imaging: X-rays and radioactive tracers enabled doctors to visualize internal structures. 3. Nuclear Medicine: Radioisotopes help diagnose and treat diseases like thyroid disorders. *Science and Technology:* 1. Nuclear Physics: Curie's work led to understanding atomic structure and nuclear reactions. 2. Energy Production: Nuclear power plants generate electricity worldwide. 3. Materials Science: Radioactive isotopes aid in material analysis and development. *Environmental and Industrial Applications:* 1. Food Irradiation: Radioisotopes extend shelf life and reduce bacterial contamination. 2. Sterilization: Radiation disinfects medical instruments and food packaging. 3. Industrial Processes: Radioisotopes measure flow rates, density, and level in various industries. *Social Impact:* 1. Women's Empowerment: Curie paved the way for women in STEM fields. 2. Scientific Collaboration: Her work fostered international cooperation and research. 3. Inspiration: Curie's achievements motivate scientists, students, and women globally. *Awards and Recognition:* Marie Curie received: 1. First woman to win a Nobel Prize (1903, Physics) 2. First person to win two Nobel Prizes (1911, Chemistry) 3. Named one of the most influential people of the 20th century (Time Magazine) Curie's groundbreaking discoveries transformed medicine, science, and technology, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and benefit society. Would you like more information on Marie Curie's life or specific applications of her discoveries? #awadheshkumarsingh

"Seeking PhD Scholarship Opportunity in Nanotechnology Formulation for Lung Disease. If you know of any fully funded PhD scholarship opportunities in this field, please share the information with me. I would appreciate guidance on the application process and any tips for securing a scholarship. #PhDScholarship #Nanotechnology #LungDisease #Research #AcademicGoals"

Rewriting the Rules: Scientists Engineer “Clockwork” Mechanisms of Life Researchers at the University of Montreal have achieved a groundbreaking feat: they recreated molecular switches that regulate biological timing, providing new insights into nanotechnology, evolutionary biology, and nanomedicine. These molecular timers, made of proteins or nucleic acids, are crucial for organisms to respond to environmental cues, ranging from detecting microsecond changes to managing seasonal shifts. Key Highlights Molecular Switches: The study focused on two primary mechanisms controlling molecular switches: Induced-Fit Mechanism: The activating molecule provides energy to open the switch faster, akin to using a door handle. Conformational Selection Mechanism: The switch opens spontaneously, requiring no energy, allowing slower, programmed reactions. DNA-Based Nanodoor: Scientists engineered a 5-nanometer-wide DNA nanodoor, allowing them to observe and compare both mechanisms directly. The induced-fit switch activates a thousand times faster, while the conformational selection switch enables slower, programmable activation rates. Applications in Nanomedicine: This discovery could revolutionize drug delivery systems, enabling precise control over drug release rates. For instance, researchers designed an antimalarial drug carrier that allows either immediate or slow, continuous drug release. Evolutionary Insights: These mechanisms explain why certain proteins evolved to function rapidly (e.g., light-detecting receptors) while others operate over extended periods (e.g., protease inhibition). Lead researcher Prof. Alexis Vallée-Bélisle emphasized that these findings deepen our understanding of natural processes and open doors for advancing nanotechnology and medicine. Funding and Collaboration This research was supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, the Canada Research Chairs program, and other organizations. Read More Full research: Journal of the American Chemical Society DOI: 10.1021/jacs.4c08597 #Nanotechnology #EvolutionaryBiology #Nanomedicine #MolecularSwitches #ScienceBreakthrough #DNAEngineering #DrugDeliveryInnovation #UniversityOfMontreal #Chemistry #ScientificDiscovery

#BeLinkedINSPIREDwithBabatunde Marie Curie was a pioneering physicist and chemist whose groundbreaking work in radioactivity not only revolutionized science but also broke barriers for women in a male-dominated field. Her dedication to discovery and her scientific achievements makes her one of the most inspirational figures in history. Challenges: 1. Born in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland, Marie Curie faced significant challenges due to her gender. In a time when higher education was largely reserved for men, women in Poland and France had limited access to universities. 2. During her studies, Marie Curie struggled financially. She lived in poverty and worked hard to support herself while attending school. 3. In 1906, tragedy struck when Marie's husband, Pierre Curie, was killed in a street accident. The loss of her partner in both life and science were devastating, but Marie continued her work, choosing to dedicate herself to their shared research in his honour. 4. Health Risks: Throughout her career, Curie worked extensively with radioactive materials, often without the knowledge of their harmful effects. Despite these challenges, Marie Curie achieved incredible success: 🏅Discovery of Radioactivity: Marie Curie, alongside her husband Pierre, made groundbreaking contributions to science, most notably in the discovery of radioactivity. 🏅First Woman to Win a Nobel Prize: In 1903, Marie Curie became the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Physics, shared with her husband Pierre Curie and Henri Becquerel for their work on radiation. 🏅First Person to Win Two Nobel Prizes: Marie Curie’s accomplishments didn’t stop with one Nobel Prize. In 1911, she won her second Nobel Prize, this time in Chemistry, for her discovery of radium and polonium and her work on radium’s properties. 🏅Pioneering Radiation Therapy: Marie Curie’s work with radioactive materials also led to the development of medical applications. Her Legacy includes but not limited to: 🌟 Trailblazer for Women in Science: Marie Curie’s remarkable achievements as a woman in science at a time when women faced significant obstacles in academia and research made her a trailblazer. 🌟 Foundations of Nuclear Physics and Medicine: Curie’s discoveries in radioactivity led to the development of nuclear physics and radiology. 🌟 Endurance and Dedication: Marie Curie’s life and career exemplified dedication to scientific progress, even in the face of personal loss and health risks. 🌟 Educational Influence: Marie Curie’s legacy also includes her role in mentoring and educating future generations of scientists. Marie Curie’s legacy as a pioneering scientist, a role model for women in science, and a symbol of perseverance and dedication remains unparalleled. Despite the many challenges she faced, her unwavering commitment to her research and her immense contributions to science have left an indelible mark on the world. #beInspired #perseverance #dedication #success