Tag: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

HKUST and CUHK Study: Infection With COVID-19 May Cause Complications in Late Pregnancy

July 19, 2023
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A joint study by Hong Kong universities HKUST and CUHK found that infection with COVID-19 may lead to complications in late pregnancy and significantly alter the regulation of gene expression of the placenta. The findings have been published in the scientific journal Nature Cell Biology. Previous studies have shown that infection with COVID-19 can increase…

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Hong Kong Develops AI Model to Predict Alzheimer’s Risk With Over 70% Accuracy

June 15, 2023
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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) research team has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that can use genetic information to predict the risk of Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear. At present, the clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is mainly based on doctor’s judgment, cognitive ability scale test and brain scan, but…

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HKUST Develops World’s Most Durable Hydrogen Fuel Cell to Date

July 9, 2022
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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) research team has developed a new hydrogen fuel cell, which not only sets a new battery durability record, but it is also more cost-effective, helping to promote the popularity of green energy and to help in achieving the carbon neutral goal. Hydrogen fuel cells, which use…

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