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The “Social Technology and Research Laboratory” (STAR Lab) is a HKU team that aims to develop novel IT technologies for serving the society. We are also interested in “Data Science for Social Good”, researching data-driven approaches that can benefit the public, NGOs, and government. The STAR Lab is now working with over 20 NGOs on family- and elderly- related projects.

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Congratulations to Prof Reynold Cheng on receiving HKU Excellence Awards 2023

08/03/2024

HKU STAR Lab is very pleased to announce Professor Reynold Cheng has received the Outstanding Research Student Supervisor Award 2023 from the prestigious HKU Excellence Awards 2023!

 

The HKU Excellence Awards are a salute to the exceptional and inspirational accomplishments of academic staff at the University, and a celebration of the diverse range of disciplines and specialisations at the University.

 

For more information about the HKU Excellence Awards 2023: https://www4.hku.hk/award/ceremony/

Video Clips: https://www4.hku.hk/award/ceremony/images/video/2023/2023_ORSSA.mp4

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prof. Reynold Cheung named one of ACM Distinguished Member 2023

17/01/2024

Reynold Cheng – ACM Distinguished Member (2023)

 

International Computing Society Recognizes 2023 Distinguished Members for Significant Achievements

 

ACM Distinguished Member
Hong Kong – 2023

 

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HKU STAR Lab Receives Hong Kong ICT Award

07/11/2023

HINCare received a Certificate of Merit in the Smart People (Smart Ageing) Category at the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2023!

 

The HINCare app, developed by STAR Lab, aims to provide digital timebanking and AI-based matching services to NGOs, volunteers, and people in need. Currently, HINCare is used by more than 7000 users from 14 NGOs that practise a wide range of services for elderly, teenager, and foreign workers.

 

The Judging Panel of HKICT commented that:

 

“The (HINCare) platform enhances the operational efficiency. This included centralized the coordination works for both NGOs and volunteer. The user interface was designed to be user-friendly for elderly individuals. Notably, the platform consolidated multiple functions into a single platform, streamlining access to various services.”

 

The HKICT Awards is one of the largest annual software competitions in Hong Kong steered by the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer. The Smart People Award category is organised by The Hong Kong Council of Social Service. For details of the award and HKICT, please see the following:

 

Award for HINCare: https://www.hkictawards.hk/doc_2023/awards/Category_Award_Programmes/07-SP_2023.pdf 

HKICT: https://www.hkictawards.hk

 

 

 

 

 

 
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