i) Two recent ME PhD graduates have been awarded at the 2024 Young Scientist Awards by the Hong Kong Institute of Science
Dr Sarah Leong and Dr Lin Lin, recent PhD graduates in Mechanical Engineering, have been awarded the 2024 Young Scientist Awards by the Hong Kong Institute of Science (HKIS). Dr Sarah Leong received the prestigious Young Scientist Award, while Dr Lin Lin was honoured with an Honourable Mention in Engineering Science. The awards were presented during the HKIS Annual Conference held on December 7, 2024.
This year, a total of 42 candidates from various tertiary institutions across Hong Kong were evaluated for these esteemed honours. The recognition of Dr Leong and Dr Lin highlights their research excellence and exemplifies the potential of young scientists to drive innovation and advancement in their disciplines.
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ii) An EEE PhD student has been granted the 2024 National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Young Student Basic Research Program (PhD candidate)
Mr Mingyao Cui, a PhD student from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering has been awarded the 2024 National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Young Student Basic Research Program grant (PhD candidate) (2024国家自然科学基金青年学生基础研究项目（博士研究生）).
Project Details
- Project Title: Theory and Technology for MIMO Communications Based on Rydberg Atomic Receivers
- Researcher: Mr Mingyao Cui
- Affiliation: PhD Student, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering
In his project, Mr Cui explores atomic MIMO communication techniques, which lie at the intersection of wireless communication and quantum sensing. His research aims to blend the high spectral efficiency of MIMO technology with the exceptional sensitivity of Rydberg atomic quantum receivers. This innovative approach seeks to significantly enhance the performance of wireless communication systems.
This year marks the inaugural acceptance of applications from the Hong Kong and Macao regions, making the program highly competitive. Only 15 projects are funded in Hong Kong, with each receiving RMB300,000 over a maximum period of two years. Mr Cui is among the selected few to have achieved this honour.