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We are thrilled to announce that Professor Xiang Chao, fellow at the HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology, has been honored with the Croucher Innovation Award 2025. Professor Zhao is one of four exceptional scholars to receive this prestigious accolade this year. In his groundbreaking research, Professor Xiang focuses on miniaturizing optical systems to the chip scale, leveraging the myriad benefits of light across various applications. A central element of his work involves the development of integrated on-chip laser sources. By pioneering advancements in semiconductor lasers integrated onto photonic chips, Professor Xiang aims to significantly enhance their performance and functionality. Utilizing advanced semiconductor micro- and nanofabrication technologies, his research optimizes on-chip laser performance. This enables seamless integration with photonic integrated circuits, leading to improved energy efficiency and broader application potential. Through the technique of heterogeneous integration, Professor Xiang extends the utility of semiconductor lasers beyond traditional optical communications to include fields such as sensing, metrology, imaging, and quantum information processing and computing. His focus on developing high-performance, low-noise lasers that are scalable and suitable for a wide array of technological applications is set to make a substantial impact on both fundamental scientific research and practical technologies. Professor Xiang’s innovative design and fabrication methods promise to facilitate the creation of more sophisticated and energy-efficient photonic devices. Please join us in congratulating Professor Xiang Chao on this remarkable achievement, which not only honours his contributions to the field but also significantly advances the capabilities of our institute in the realm of quantum science and technology. For more information, please refer to https://croucher.org.hk/en/news/four-emerging-research-leaders-earn-croucher-innovation-awards Credit/Source: https://croucher.org.hk/en/news

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Chenfeng Cao and Mr. Weihao Yang are awarded the 2025 Joint Post-doctoral Fellowships (JPDF) at the HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology (HKIQST) and Hong Kong Branch for Quantum Science Center (HKBQSC) of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao GBA, through a highly selective procedure of the Selection Panel consisting of Profs Zidan WANG, Wang YAO, Xiaobo YIN, and Shizhong ZHANG. Dr. Cao received his PhD from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and is currently an esteemed Humboldt Fellow. With an impressive publication record in leading physics journals such as Comm Phys, Phys Rev Appl, Phys Rev Research, and Quantum Science and Technology, he is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our institute. Mr. Yang, who is expected to receive PhD from The University of Electronic Science and Technology of China around this summer, has made commendable strides in the field of electronics. His research work has been recognized in top-tier journals like Nat Electro and Nat Comm. His passion and dedication towards research are truly inspiring. At HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology, Dr. Cao and Mr. Yang will be working on a plethora of theoretical and experimental research projects related to quantum science. We warmly welcome Dr. Cao and Mr. Yang to our community and anticipate the invaluable insights they will bring. We look forward to witnessing the growth and success that their presence will undoubtedly facilitate. Congratulations to Dr. Cao and Mr. Yang!

APS March Meeting in Hong Kong | March 16–22, 2025 The Physical Society of Hong Kong and the American Physical Society have agreed to hold a satellite conference in Hong Kong during the APS March Meeting from March 16 to 22, 2025. Some academic presentations made at the Hong Kong venue will be simultaneously broadcasted to the online platform of the APS March Meeting. Attendees can also view presentations from the APS online platform. This conference provides a valuable platform for researchers who are unable to attend the meeting in the United States due to visa issues. It offers them the opportunity to showcase their research achievements and engage in academic exchanges with international collaborators. Conference Organization: Host Organization: Physical Society of Hong Kong Co-organizer: American Physical Society | HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology Organizing Institutions: City University of Hong Kong | Qebula Mind Limited Conference Chairs: Professor Xunli Wang: Chair Professor, Department of Physics, City University of Hong Kong | Board Member and International Councilor, American Physical Society Professor Zidan Wang: Chair Professor, Department of Physics, University of Hong Kong | Chairman of the Council, Physical Society of Hong Kong Professor Bei Zeng: Professor, Department of Physics, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | President, Physical Society of Hong Kong Conference Committee Members: Sunny Xin Wang Xiao Li Zhedong Zhang Liang Dai Conference Secretary: Sunny Wang Xin: Department of Physics, City University of Hong Kong | Honorary Treasurer, Physical Society of Hong Kong Jointly Organized by: APS, HK Physical Society of Hong Kong, HK Institute of Quantum Science & Technology, City University of Hong Kong, and Qebula Mind Limited