Programme Highlights

Wearable electronics have received increasing popularity in recent years in the forms of fitness trackers, smartwatches, virtual reality headsets, etc. At the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), a group of researchers led by Prof. Zijiang Zheng are extending their applications in the fashion world, by integrating the intelligent flexible and wearable electronics into electronic textiles. Their projects are bringing innovative and cutting-edge solutions in communication, actuation, energy, data management, and biological sensors for medical purposes.

Through this visit, participants will have the chance to take a closer look at the state-of-the-art technologies with Prof. ZHENG, who is the Associate Director of RI-IWEAR, the Associate Director of UMF, and the Chair Professor of Soft Materials and Devices at PolyU.

Best Reporter Award

This visit is open for a Best Reporter Award. The best report will be chosen by the host organization PolyU, and $500 will be awarded to the winner. For details, please refer to the “HKIE YMC Rules of Best Reporter Award”.

Registration & Enquiries

No enrollment fee is needed. The number of participants is limited to 30 and prior registration is required. The applications will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis with priority given to Registered Young Members. For registration, please complete the enrollment form https://forms.gle/GKSfabfeox5UKs487 on or before 16 March 2024. Successful applicants will be notified individually by email.