Day 1 (Monday, December 5, 2011)
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09:00 – 11:20
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| 09:00 – 09:15 | Opening Ceremony |
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| 09:15 – 10:15 | Developing a Mature Innovation Ecosystem in Hong Kong | Chairperson:
Creation of a Favorable Ecological Environment for Facilitating Realisation of R&D Results ABSTRACTCreation of a Favourable Ecological Environment for Facilitating Realisation of R&D ResultsMoving from an idea or discovery to a product, process, or service on the market is a complex process. Through its focused and yet multi-dimensional initiatives, the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) has long supported applied research and development (R&D) activities that move an idea past the basic discovery stage towards the realisation/commercialisation stage. These initiatives include the provision of funding and infrastructural support, promotion of technology collaboration between Hong Kong and Mainland, and promotion of an innovation culture. With the designation of innovation and technology as one of the six new economic areas of Hong Kong, Government has since enhanced the policy framework for promoting innovation and technology, with emphasis on fostering a closer collaboration among the government, industry, research and academic sectors (官產學研) to synergise valuable research effort. In creating a favourable ecological environment, ITC has launched a number of new initiatives that leverage on its vast network of researchers, universities, industries and public sector organisations. These include -
With a dedicated chapter in the National 12th Five Year Plan that affirms the Central Government’s support on Hong Kong’s development of the six new economic areas – innovation and technology, medical services, environmental industries, testing and certification, education services, cultural and creative industries where Hong Kong enjoys clear advantages, and their expansion into the Mainland, the Government would make every effort to create a favourable ecological environment to dovetail the Plan and enable innovation and technology to flourish.
Bridging the Gap: What does it take for Academic Research to be Translated into Innovative Industries? ABSTRACTBridging the Gap: What Does it Take for Academic Research to be Translated into Innovative Industries?Has Hong Kong made the transition to a knowledge economy? From the point of view of many pundits, Hong Kong has not made the transition, judging from the general education level of Hong Kong's population, the percentage of young people attending universities, the expenditure on R&D as a percentage of GDP, the narrow structure of the economy and the small proportion of technology- or knowledge-intensive production as a component of GDP. Hong Kong remains heavily dependent on economic stimulus generated by pro-growth policies adopted by China. The abundant resources available at our universities, in the form of theoretical knowledge, do not appear to have been fully utilized to create new knowledge-based, innovative services or industries Despite its dire fiscal situation the US Government provided US$45.8 billion for new drug research in 2009, and established a National Centre for Advancing Translational Sciences to promote commercialization of theoretical knowledge and bridge the divide between academia and industry. What does it take for academic research to be successfully translated into innovative industries? Is it possible to replicate the success of the Silicon Valley in Hong Kong, or Hong Kong in conjunction with the Pearl River Delta? What sort of intermediary organizations, market conditions and government support programs are necessary for Hong Kong's academia and technology entrepreneurs to succeed? These are some of the issues I wish to explore in my presentation.
Is it Possible for Hong Kong to Develop an Asian Apple Tree Ecosystem?
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| 10:15 – 11:05 | The Tried and Tested Roads of Knowledge Exchange | Chairperson:
Knowledge Exchange: A Few Bumps on the Tried and Tested Roads ABSTRACTKnowledge Exchange: A Few Bumps on the Tried and Tested RoadsHKU defines knowledge exchange as engaging, for mutual benefit, with business, government or the public to generate, acquire, apply and make accessible the knowledge needed to enhance material, human, social, cultural and environmental well-being. Insofar as it pertains to the part of university-industry relationship dealing with academic research, the term "knowledge exchange" is somewhat misleading. Neither party is really interested in exchanging knowledge. Companies want intellectual property rights that would provide them with a significant edge in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Universities, both administration and faculty, want financial support from the companies. While there are indeed "tried and tested' roads toward these ends, the relationship, never easy, is increasingly fraught for a variety of reasons. Since the beginning of industrial revolution, science has been responsible for transforming human life in ways inconceivable in any earlier era. Universities have always been a major player in scientific advances through research, and their role is increasingly dominant. On the other hand, technologies that are rooted in scientific research have been a major source of competitive advantage for companies. That role is also more important than ever. In these circumstances, both parties have a strong incentive to align their interests to create a natural synergy. However, in practice, however, it is surprisingly difficult to realize such synergy. From the perspective of industry, both startups and large companies, the marketplace is increasingly challenging and innovation is the principal component of any successful strategy in dealing with the challenges. While universities will continue to be a major source of innovation, companies are seeking more specific results in their relationship with universities. In this talk, I shall focus on the changing landscape of innovation from the perspective of large and small companies and what universities need to do in building successful KE relationships. The roads may be tried and tested, but they need repairs and upgrading.
Seven Principles for Embedding the Knowledge Exchange Agenda ABSTRACTSeven Principles for Embedding the Knowledge Exchange AgendaMaking Knowledge Exchange an integral part of a large organisation means embedding it in the mission, the operating plans, the staff promotion and appraisal, and the organisation's programs, as well as taking a new approach to communication and interaction with partners and stakeholders in the outside world. At a time when knowledge exchange remains quite new, there are few models to follow. Drawing on the story of The University of Melbourne, Australia, where "Engagement" became a core part of the Mission five years ago, this session will trace the successes and failures of a large organisation's journey to becoming a truly engaged institution and a leader in knowledge exchange.
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| 11:05 – 11:20 | Coffee Break | |
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11:20 – 14:30
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| 11:20 – 12:35 | Making Technology Transfer Thrive | Chairperson:
Academic Technology Transfer Essentials
A Multi-pronged Approach to Successful Technology Transfer
Making Technology Transfer Thrive and Serve the Public Interest
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| 12:35 – 13:00 | Innovation as a Key Target in China's 12th Five-Year Plan | Chairperson:
十二五时期深圳科技产业发展及深港合作展望
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| 13:00 – 14:30 | Networking Lunch for Speakers | |
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14:30 - 16:30
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| 14:30 – 16:15 | Knowledge Partnerships |
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Parallel Session 1A:
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From ebXML Gateway to the Challenge of Applied Research in Hong Kong
Linguistics, Language Industry and Language in Industry
The Development of Oral Arsenic Trioxide for Cancer Treatment: Academic Success, Economic Implications and Global Perspectives
Work Creatively: Facilitating Knowledge Transfer in Arts and Cultural Sector
Boosting Industry-University Partnership by Academic Collaboration
Establishment of the PolyU Shenzhen Base as a Strategy to foster Industry-University Partnership in the Pearl River Delta
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Parallel Session 1B:
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Interactive Engagement with the Community: From Public Education to Academic Research
Knowledge Transfer: Commitment to Public and Partnering for Excellence
Community Arts Development -- Multiple Knowledge Transferring of Inter-School
The Review of Hong Kong's Animal Welfare Laws
Knowledge transfer in Humanities and Social Sciences: What are they?
A Public Health Approach for Suicide Prevention: from Research to Practice
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Parallel Session 1C:
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Organic Light-emitting Diodes
A Peptide Targeting Tumor Blood Vessels: From Experimental to Clinical Application
GPU Computing in Mainland China's Industry
Capturing Research Value with Application
The Roles of Hong Kong in the National Twelve Five Year Strategic Plan
Building Mainland China Partnerships at HKUST
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Parallel Session 1D
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Project C.A.R.E.: Primary and Secondary Hong Kong Students' Aggression and Peer Victimization of Bullying
Extending the Boundary of School-University Partnerships
Building a Young Writer Community: A Knowledge Transfer Writing Project in Hong Kong
Enhancing Teacher Professional Development through Professional Dialogue: An Investigation into a University-School Partnership Project on Enquiry Learning
The Jockey Club Sign Bilingualism and Co-enrolment in Deaf Education Programme: From Sign Linguistics to Inclusive Deaf Education
Seeding Sustainable Leader Learning Communities
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Poster Session |
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Parallel Session 1E
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Posters will be displayed at the Exhibition Room throughout the Conference. Project Co-ordinators or their representatives will be invited to meet with participants during this time-slot. | |
| 16:15 – 16:30 | Coffee Break | |
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16:30 - 17:30
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| 16:30 – 17:30 | Panel Discussion
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| 17:30 | End of Day One | |