The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) held an inauguration ceremony on 13 November 2025 for four new Jockey Club (JC) STEM Labs, made possible through a generous donation of HK$39.8 million from The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust (the Trust).
Among the four newly established JC STEM Labs, two are led by professors from the Department of Information Engineering (IE):
JC STEM Lab of Advanced Wireless Networks for Mission-Critical Automation and Intelligence, led by Professor Lin Xiaojun. This lab focuses on developing low-latency and high-reliability wireless networks to meet the demanding requirements of industrial automation and collaborative AI, enabling seamless and efficient connectivity for mission-critical applications.
JC STEM Lab of AI for Science and Engineering, led by Professor Ouyang Wanli. The lab aims to drive breakthroughs in AI-driven scientific research, enhance research efficiency, and advance new frontiers in science and engineering. It will also explore industrial applications of AI and promote the adoption of AI technologies across sectors.
