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Professor Anderson Shum (left) of the Department of Mechanical Engineering is awarded for the Rising Star Award of the Ton Duc Thang University Scientific Prize 2019 (The TDTU Prize) for his work in microfluidics and soft matters. The award aims to recognize and honor the world's eminent scientists for their outstanding achievements and research which have been actively contributing to not only the development of science and technology for mankind but also benevolent activities in service of people and society across the world. Professor Shum was chosen among 90 nominees from 23 countries including those from USA, Russia, Germany, Japan, etc.
For more about Professor Shum’s background and research, please visit https://engg.hku.hk/News-Events/News/issue/2019-11#3871.