ETT Meetup
About the Meetup
The HKU Start-up Talent Meetup connects HKU start-ups with talented individuals under the Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS/高才通計劃). It fosters collaborations and facilitates talent recruitment for research teams and start-ups. The event offers a unique opportunity to engage with pre-selected TTPS talents, attracting exceptional individuals with work experience and outstanding academic qualifications from around the world.
Showcased Project Teams & Companies
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Healthcare
Professor, Associate Vice-President, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Company: Microfluidics Based Diagnostics Tool
About the company:
We are a deep tech driven company, specialized in the development and commercialization of droplet mcirofluidics platforms. Our current product is to develop the next generation diagnostic tool for multiplexed precise quantification. The product will comprise instruments, microfluidic chips, reagents and bioinformatic software. We need R&D talents with interests and experience in the R&D of diagnostic tools or life science research tools.
Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology
Faculty of Medicine
Company: BiomOrgan Limited
About the company:
Organoid technology is a breakthrough in biomedicine, creating 3D cellular clusters that mimic human organs. We developed the first human respiratory organoid system, enabling study of biological processes and assessment of virus infectivity. These organoids revolutionize drug development, including antiviral agents. We were awarded a gold medal and offer services utilizing our respiratory organoids.
Prof. Wendi LI
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Company: EleMotionTechnology Limited
About the company:
EleMotion is a groundbreaking startup specializing in wearable EMG sensors for precise muscle monitoring. By revolutionizing muscle condition evaluation and enhancing patient care in the rehabilitation sector, EleMotion empowers healthcare professionals with accurate real-time insights. Their innovative technology offers tailored treatments and optimal recovery pathways, shaping the future of biotechnology.
Prof. Simon LAW
Chair Professor, Department of Surgery
Faculty of Medicine
Company: MedInnovate Limited
About the company:
MedInnovate Limited is a pioneering biotech and biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing drug research and development in anti-cancer therapeutics. Their primary focus is on HTIP1, a revolutionary therapeutic peptide that disrupts the interaction between HAUS7 and gamma-tubulin. This interaction is crucial in sustaining tumorigenesis in cancers with high HAUS7 expression. By targeting and suppressing this interaction, HTIP1 offers a potent and innovative solution for HAUS7-dependent cancers.
Chair professor, Department of Biological Science
Faculty of Science
Company: MetTactics Limited
About the company:
Metastasis is responsible for over 90% of cancer-related deaths, making it a critical challenge to address. However, the lack of clinically relevant models poses a significant gap in our understanding. To address these gaps, We have developed the only microfluidic platform that accurately replicates tumour behaviour within a flow-informed framework. This innovative platform enables the capture of highly metastatic tumour cells, providing a valuable tool for drug discovery and assessing treatment response. Our clinical testing is aligned with our microfluidic device to enable precision medicine and enhances patient treatment outcomes. Our goal is to provide innovative solutions that help combat cancer care and improve the standard of care for cancer patients worldwide.
Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
Faculty of Medicine
Company: Conova
About the company:
CoNova is a dynamic healthcare technology company that is revolutionizing the industry. With an impressive array of innovative tools including a scoliosis screening app and AI spine alignment tool, they are improving diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning. Their commitment to enhancing patient care drives their ongoing innovation, making healthcare more efficient and affordable.
Chair Professor, Departmental Research Postgraduate Committee
Faculty of Medicine
Company: OBpharm
About the company:
OBpharm is a specialized biopharmaceutical company focused on developing drugs for obesity and related complications. They aim to create highly specific and effective interventions by targeting key molecular pathways. Through collaborations with academic institutions and experts, they strive to address unmet medical needs in obesity treatment.
Chair Professor of Synthetic Biology, School of Biomedical Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Project: Potent Broad-Spectrum Therapeutic Vaccines for Solid Tumors
About the project:
We have developed a groundbreaking Broad-Spectrum Therapeutic Cancer Vaccine (BSTCV) that effectively targets solid tumors. BSTCV recruits immune cells, reprograms the tumor microenvironment, and induces tumor-specific T cells. It can be used across multiple cancer types, eliminating the need for patient-specific information. Seeking partners to bring this promising treatment to market.
Professor (by courtesy) in Dr. Li Dak-Sum Research Centre
Faculty of Medicine
Company: Trophy Life Technology Limited
About the company:
Trophy Life Technology Limited have developed a cutting-edge stem cell-based technology for identifying antiviral drug candidates, particularly targeting pathogenic coronaviruses like SARS-CoV-2 and Influenza. This innovative approach offers enhanced efficacy, low side effects, and cost-effectiveness, providing new possibilities for discovering effective drugs that inhibit viral infection.
Company: Lectcha 叻茶
About the company:
Lectcha 叻茶 is a team of local Chinese medicine doctors that focus on developing high-quality Chinese herbal tea kombucha. They understand the daily struggle of maintaining a healthy body while having an unhealthy lifestyle. Therefore they design herbal formulas that are best suited for those living the modern-day lifestyle. They are here to make health easy and tasty for everyone!
Company: NeuroHarbor
About the company:
A startup is developing a compact and wearable EEG headset equipped with an AI model to improve the lives of individuals with epilepsy. The device enables real-time computing and rapid seizure detection, enhancing patients’ quality of life and expediting diagnosis processes. This pioneering solution promises to redefine epilepsy care globally.
Advanced Tech
Chair Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Project: Green hydrogen at low cost
About the project:
This project made a brand-new breakthrough over conventional stainless steel and the development of stainless steel for hydrogen (SS-H2). This marks another major achievement by Professor Huang’s team in its ‘Super Steel’ Project, following the development of the anti-COVID-19 stainless steel in 2021, and ultra-strong and ultra-tough Super Steel in 2017 and 2020 respectively. The new steel developed by the team exhibits high corrosion resistance, enabling its potential application for green hydrogen production from seawater, where a novel sustainable solution is still in the pipeline.
Chair professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Project: DPmat
About the project:
As the demand for materials with enhanced properties continues to grow, there is a pressing need to expedite the processes of materials design and fabrication. By integrating AI methodologies, we aim to address the challenges faced by industries working with both structural and functional materials. The scope of structural materials encompasses metals/alloys, ceramics, and construction materials, while functional materials include ferroelectrics, lithium batteries, etc.
Chair Professor, Department of Chemistry
Faculty of Science
Company: HKQAI
About the company:
AI+ Quantum Mechanical Simulation Platform for Next Generation Materials Discovery. As a member of InnoHK Clusters, a major initiative of the HKSAR Government to develop HK into a global innovation powerhouse, we aspire to accelerate the discovery and application of next generation materials including OLED and li-ion batteries.
Chair Professor, Department of Computer Science
Faculty of Engineering
Project: HKU IDS, AI for K12 education and healthcare
About the project:
The team is pursuing AI technology to revolutionize K12 education, where tailor-made and personalized teaching and learning materials can be created in real-time when interacting with children.
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Project: InterLitho Innovation Limited
About the project:
InterLitho manufactures turn-key large-area interference nanopatterning systems and provides standard and customized large-area nanoimprint masters and ultrafine metal stencil masks. We also collaborate with our customers on designing innovative nanostructured devices and developing nanofabrication processes for prototyping and mass production. We have offered our products and services to a wide variety of clients including universities, research institutes, publicly-listed companies etc
Associate Professor, Department of Real Estate and Construction
Faculty of Architecture
Project: Llewellyn & Partners Co. Ltd
About the project:
We offer total services using standardization, digitalization and intelligence using BIM, GIS, A.I., IoT and blockchain technologies for the construction and real estate new normal. We develop smart asset platform through standardization and intelligence with customization services. ISO Training – Our BIM training course will meet your demand for the latest info and the newest technology skills for BIM. Digitalization Consultation – Helping AECO enterprises to build their BIM capacity, get ready for BIM ISO standards compliance and acquire ISO 19650 certification.
Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Company: Quantum Diamond
About the company:
We are developing a portable setup to help university students understand the complex concepts of quantum mechanics. By manipulating spin defects in diamond materials using optical methods, students can design their own experiments, perform measurements, analyze data, and explore potential applications. This hands-on approach will bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications in the quantum industry. Additionally, our company offers high-quality nano-diamond samples with clean surfaces and targeted creation of spin defects on various substrates.
Professor, Department of Computer Science
Faculty of Engineering
Company: XIntelligence
About the company:
Our company is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and transforming the human-machine interaction. We are focusing on generative AI, specifically developing systems that can automatically generate texts, images, videos, and 3D content. Our advanced text-to-video technology will empower users to effortlessly create multimedia content by converting written text into engaging videos. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize content creation and consumption, making it more accessible and efficient for all.
Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Faculty of Engineering
Company: Hong Kong Univisual Intelligent Technology Limited
About the company:
BEST-AMOS is a cutting-edge technology called the Behaviour Ergonomics Smart Technology & AI Motion Capture, Detection & Prediction System. It has various applications, including improving child safety standards, enhancing security by analyzing CCTV images, integrating into infrastructure for increased safety, providing medical supervision, and revolutionizing sports education. BEST-AMOS is driven by a commitment to societal enhancement and aims to enrich society through technology.
Company: Vidi Labs Ltd
About the company:
Vidi Labs developed Seekr, a computer vision-focused AI assistive wearable that dramatically increases the quality of life and job-readiness of visually-impaired and elderly persons by translating their environment into carefully curated audio descriptions.
Company: Unjumble
About the company:
Unjumble is a web platform that targets the daily accounting and bookkeeping work of organisations and businesses.
We allow users to upload images and documents in English and Chinese and then interact with them by chatting with our AI bot. Our AI helps users do data entry, cross-check multiple relevant files at the same time, detect missing data, and so on. Save time and energy on bookkeeping today with us.
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Key Features of PAG
- Applications are invited all year round.
- Applies to patent applications anywhere in the world.
- Maximum funding support: HK$250,000 or 90% of the sum of the total direct costs of patent application
(including the cost for patent search-cum-technical assessment), whichever is the lower. - The grant is non-transferrable and valid for 3 years from the date of approval of the application.
- Applications will be processed through HKPC on a confidential basis.
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Eligibility
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Basic Eligibility
- Locally incorporated companies; or
- Hong Kong permanent residents; or
- Hong Kong residents permitted to remain in Hong Kong for not less than 7 years
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which/who have never owned any patents in any countries or territories nor received funding under the PAG before will be eligible.
Individual Applicant 
Company Applicant The applicant must be the sole inventor or one of the joint inventors of the invention. The inventor(s) of the invention shall be directly-related party/parties to the applicant company, e.g. owner, shareholder, director or staff. The PAG is for first-time patent seekers only, funding support will not be provided if funding has been granted under the PAG to the applicant company’s related company(ies). For example, company(ies) having a major shareholder (viz. those with 50% or more ownership) in common with the applicant company or company(ies) without major shareholder(s) but having shareholders identical to those of the applicant company) before.
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How to apply
Submit your application here: https://bee.hkpc.org/funding-schemes/pag/?tab=application
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PAG X TEC
HKU TEC is collaborating with the program to assist HKU members in benefiting from the scheme. On May 24, 2024, we invited PAG to our campus to conduct a seminar for more information. The topic is “Unlock the Power of Innovation: Maximize Value and Minimize Risk with Patent Protection”. Join us for an exclusive event where we’ll explore the crucial aspects of patent protection to help you unlock innovation and secure your intellectual property rights.
Seminar 1: Unlock the Power of Innovation: Maximize Value and Minimize Risk with Patent Protection
Date: 24 May 2024 (Friday)
Time: 4PM – 5PM
Location: LG1/F – KKLG103, K.K. Leung Building, Main Campus of The University of Hong Kong
Speaker: Miss YIP Wing Lam, Cody (葉頴霖小姐), Associate Principal Consultant (助理首席顧問)Register Now: https://forms.office.com/r/D5LViiiz8y