Distinguished Lecture Series on Applications of Mathematics in STEAM World
Mathematics and its applications pervade all aspects of life in the modern world. The developments in various disciplines, technology and fields highly rely on the use of mathematics. To promote the latest real-life applications of mathematics, the Mathematics Education Section of EDB invites distinguished experts and scholars in various fields to conduct Distinguished Lecture Series on Applications of Mathematics in STEAM world from 2022/23 to 2024/25 school years, so as to enhance teachers’ knowledge of frontier applications of mathematics and making connections between mathematics and real life. For the videos related to Distinguished Lecture Series on Applications of Mathematics in STEAM World, please visit:
Seventh Distinguished Lecture: The Mathematics of Generative AI Promotion video:
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Professor WANG Yang, Vice President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, is an internationally renowned scholar who has published many significant research papers in the fields of machine learning and supply chain management, and founded the HKUST Big Data Institute and the Big Data for Bio Intelligence Laboratory. As the Chief Scientific Advisor of the Institute of Web 3.0 Hong Kong and Founding Advisor for Blockchain Academy, Professor Wang has made substantial contributions to advancing digital technology education, including the launch of the popular MSc program in Big Data Technology. In this lecture, Professor WANG will draw on his extensive research in data analysis and machine learning to explore the transformative potential of these technologies in reshaping digital interactions and promoting the digital economy, and help participants better understand how to apply mathematical knowledge to artificial intelligence and real life.
Date: 19 December 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 2:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Venue: Lecture Theatre WB, 4/F, West Block, EDB Kowloon Tong Education Services Centre, 19 Suffolk Road, Kowloon Tong, Kowloon
Vacancy: 300
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First Distinguished Lecture: Wireless Technology
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Programme DescriptionThe team of Professor CHAN Chi-hou of the State Key Laboratory of Terahertz and Millimeter Waves (City University of Hong Kong) is a pioneer in the research of big data communication application technology and has a leading position in the industry. The team receives the millimeter wave and terahertz frequency bands of the 5G and 6G communication spectrum by studying the design of big data communication antennas in different frequency bands in communication. In this lecture, Professor CHAN will guide the participants to understand how to apply mathematics and connect mathematics knowledge to scientific research and real-life situations.
Date: 10 February 2023 (Friday)
Time: 2 – 5 p.m.
Venue: Floor 5, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building, Wong Cheung Lo Hui Yuet Hall, CityU
Vacancy: 500
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Second Distinguished Lecture: Applications of Mathematical Modeling on Optical Fibre and A.I.
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Professor Alexander Ping-kong WAI is the President of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU). With academic interests in the field of optical fibre communications, Professor WAI has a rich array of impactful and patented research achievements to his name. Professor WAI is known for his commitment to pioneering innovative technology and translational research. He also drove the collaboration with Britain’s Royal College of Art to establish a research laboratory that champions the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and design in Hong Kong. In this lecture, Professor WAI will take optical fibre and AI as examples to explain the importance of mathematical modelling in practical applications, and help participants better understand how to apply mathematical knowledge to scientific research and real-life situations.
Date: 17 May 2023 (Wednesday)
Time: 2 – 5 p.m.
Venue: Tsang Chan Sik Yue Auditorium, Level 2, Academic and Administration Building, HKBU
Vacancy: 400
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Third Distinguished Lecture: The Marvelous Interplay of Mathematics and Science in the Hong Kong Observatory
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Professor LEUNG Wing-mo is a renowned meteorologist who has retired as an Assistant Director of the Hong Kong Observatory. Before retirement, he served as an expert committee member for various international climate organisations such as the Commission for Climatology of the UN World Meteorological Organization. Since 2012, he has been invited by various local universities to serve as an adjunct professor. In this lecture, Professor LEUNG will elucidate the importance of mathematical modelling in practical applications through the work of the Hong Kong Observatory in various areas such as weather, climate, and radiation monitoring, and assist participants in gaining a better understanding of how to apply mathematical knowledge to scientific research and real-life situations.
Date: 13 December 2023 (Wednesday)
Time: 2:30 – 5 p.m.
Venue: Hall, Queen Elizabeth School, 152, Sai Yee Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
Vacancy: 300TCS Enrolment:
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Fourth Distinguished Lecture: Mathematical Modelling in Materials Science: From Theory Practice to Business Start-up
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i2Cool Limited is co-founded by Dr Martin Zhu and his doctoral supervisor Prof TSO Chi-yan, along with their research team, at the City University of Hong Kong. The core technology of i2Cool is a passive radiative cooling technology developed by the team, which has been granted a patent in Hong Kong. Drawing inspiration from the hair structure of ants found in the Sahara Desert, the research team has created a paint that does not require refrigerants and has zero energy consumption. This paint achieves effective cooling effects, reduces air conditioning energy consumption, and contributes to energy saving, emission reduction, and low-carbon development.
In this lecture, Prof TSO and Dr Zhu will use the examples of innovation and technology, and start-up companies to illustrate the importance of mathematical modeling in practical applications, and assist participants in gaining a better understanding of how to apply mathematical knowledge to scientific research and business development.
Date: 1 March 2024 (Friday)
Time: 2:30 – 5 p.m.
Venue: Wong Cheung Lo Hui Yuet Hall, 5/F, Lau Ming Wai Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong
Vacancy: 300
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Fifth Distinguished Lecture: A Brief Introduction on the Application of Mathematics in Biomedicine
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Pathology is a discipline that investigates the mechanisms underlying the causes and progression of diseases, providing a scientific foundation for the development of new diagnostic and treatment methods. The study of cancer, a major health burden and leading cause of death worldwide, has experienced significant advancements in research due to modern technology. These advancements allow researchers to decipher genetic alterations in cancer genomes and identify novel driver mutations.
In this talk, Prof Jack WONG will provide a brief introduction to the importance of mathematics and statistics in biomedical research, as well as their roles in enhancing our understanding of complex diseases like cancer. The aims of this talk are to inspire participants to appreciate the interdisciplinary nature of modern medical research and recognise the essential role that mathematics plays in advancing our knowledge of human health and disease.
Date: 22 April 2024 (Monday)
Time: 2:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Venue: Chiu Lut Sau Memorial Secondary School, 7 Tai Yuk Road, Yuen Long, New Territories.
Vacancy: 300
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Sixth Distinguished Lecture: The application of Mathematical Modelling in Economics: Analysis of Human Behaviour
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Economics is closely related to our lives. You may wonder, "Shall I stay at home and watch online movies with a monthly fee, or go to the cinema to watch a movie on the big screen?" These are the kind of questions involving "calculation and choice" in economics. By combining with mathematics, economics not only explains the wealth gap around the world, or the phenomena like high wages of top athletes, but also predicts whether bus fares will increase in the coming year. Mathematics is the foundation of theory, while economics utilises theory to analyse various human behavioral phenomena. Through mathematical tools such as big data and statistics, economists can assess economic conditions, such as employment rates and inflation, allowing the government to formulate effective policies to promote social and economic development. In this lecture, Dr Paul LUK will provide a brief introduction to the importance of mathematical and statistical tools in economic research, so that participants can understand the interdisciplinary nature of the analysis of human behaviour.
Date: 16 May 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 2:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Venue: Tang Shiu Kin Victoria Government Secondary School, 5 Oi Kwan Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Vacancy: 300
TCS Enrolment:Online Enrolment
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