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The 2025 International Academicians Hong Kong Forum

21 March 2025 (GMT+8)

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

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Bridging global wisdom to shape a smarter, sustainable future

As the inaugural flagship event of the International Alliance of Academicians (IAA), this Forum convened over 300 global thought leaders—including Nobel laureates and industry titans—to establish a premier platform for cross-disciplinary dialogue and scientific innovation.

Empowering Hong Kong as a global hub for I&T excellence

The Honorable John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, attended the Forum to congratulate the establishment of the IAA, affirming its role in uniting global scientists. To align with Hong Kong’s vision of becoming an international I&T centre, he announced that the HKSAR Government will launch a HK$3 billion Frontier Technology Research Support Scheme to fund groundbreaking basic research driven by world-class academics.

AI for Health & Future City: Navigating the frontiers of innovation

Themed “AI for Health & Future City,” the Forum featured profound insights from a distinguished assembly of global experts, including IAA Chair Prof. Nancy Y. Ip, Nobel Laureate Prof. George F. Smoot, and Fields Medalist Prof. Pierre-Louis Lions. Together with a cohort of world-leading scholars and visionaries, the discussions explored how technology can tackle major societal challenges:

 

  • AI for Health: Delving into transformative applications in disease diagnosis, medical imaging, and healthcare optimization with global medical experts.
  • Future City: Leveraging smart technologies to build resilient cities capable of addressing climate change and aging populations.
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Forum Highlights

Experience the event’s highlights through our curated collection of videos and photos. Together, let us revisit the spirit of collaboration and the collective vision that continue to drive innovation and progress.

Forum Details

Gain a full perspective on the event’s impact. From the strategic program and speaker lineup to our leadership vision and media highlights, explore how the forum serves as a pivotal platform for global scientific collaboration and sustainable progress.

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