e-bulletin (Issue 166) - 10 May 2023 - Hong Kong Metropolitan University

10 May 2023 (Issue 166)

Research & Knowledge Transfer

Chinese medicine Danshen found to reduce cancer drug side effects

Bevacizumab (Bev), a drug used as first-line treatment of colorectal and lung cancer, commonly induces hypertension. Recent research led by Dr Emily Wong at the School of Science and Technology found the antidote to this adverse effect in an active compound of Danshen. Her team is now working to identify the best extraction method of Danshen for concurrent treatment with Bev.

Read research abstract
(UGC/FDS16/M04/22)

Nursing school research shows generational gap in views of first-line nursing management competencies as critical factor in talent retention

A study led by Dr Sandy Choi Pin-pin reveals generational discrepancies in nurses' commitment to work, preferred modes of team collaboration, and perspectives on the role and preferred leadership styles of nurse managers. Different generations of nurse managers also exhibit differences in specific areas of competencies. To retain and attract talent, the research team calls for a rethink of the notion of management competencies to develop effective strategies for leading a multi-generational workforce.

University Updates

		President of Hong Kong Institution of Engineers sheds light on future of engineering At a recent Talk of the Metropolis lecture, Ir Aaron Bok discussed the evolution of urban development and engineering construction in Hong Kong while providing his insights into the opportunities of the city's engineering industry.

Collaboration in nurturing hospitality and tourism talent

The Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration signed an agreement with Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong that will bring about more overseas student internship programmes and business case studies.

Integration of community service with academic study

Three students share their meaningful and inspiring stories on interacting with visually impaired people, the deaf community, and SEN children and their parents through the University’s service-learning and community internship programmes.

Excellence

		HKMU website wins Triple Gold Award at Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme

Distinguished students recognised by Government scholarships and awards

Outstanding students receive For Our Future Scholarship

Second runner-up in HSBC/HKU Hong Kong Business Case Competition

First prize in national essay writing contest

Winning work: This Year

More student achievements

Events

A Global Forum on the Role of Education in Supporting Students: Exploring Future Pathways

8 Jun (Thu)

2023 International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE 2023) [hybrid conference]

4–6 Jul (Tue–Thu)

Programmes and professional tests

HKMU JUPAS Consultation Day 2023

*Admissions and programme talks*
*Campus tours* *Library open house*
*Lab/studio tours*
20 May (Sat)

Knowledge for All (Sundays, 9:00am-1:00pm on TVB Pearl)

Upcoming recommendations

• Talk of the Metropolis: Race to zero: A 30-year challenge for a century-old industry (14 May 10:35)
• Business Boomers: Coffee Shop Hot Shots (21 May 9:30)
• Cantonese Opera: Poetics and Aesthetics (28 May 10:35)

Schedule

Enquiries: 2711 2100 info@hkmu.edu.hk