HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology (HKIQST) 香港大学香港量子研究院 at The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) of Sun Yat-sen University (SYU) 中山大学高等研究院 have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen collaboration in quantum science and technology across the Greater Bay Area.
The MOU, signed on October 11, 2025, by Professor Zidan Wang (汪子丹) on behalf of HKIQST and Professor Daoxin Yao (姚道新) representing Sun Yat-sen University IAS, marks a significant step toward building a strategic partnership between two leading academic institutions in the region.
Under the agreement, both parties will:
· Serve as a bridge for collaborative research between HKU and Sun Yat-sen University in advanced quantum technologies and related fields.
· Jointly participate in academic activities across the Greater Bay Area, including establishing shared research platforms and applying for strategic funding opportunities.
· Promote the exchange of researchers, including professors, visiting scholars, and graduate students, and co-host academic events such as forums, workshops, and summer schools.
The MOU also outlines mutual commitments to confidentiality, dispute resolution, and responsible use of institutional branding, ensuring a respectful and productive partnership.
This collaboration reflects a shared vision to accelerate innovation, foster academic exchange, and contribute to the development of quantum science in the region.
🔗 Learn more about HKU IQST: https://iq.hku.hk
🔗 Visit Sun Yat-sen University IAS: https://iash.sysu.edu.cn
