Asian Young Scientist Fellowship (AYSF) Annual Conference 2026 - Subject-based Academic Seminar
“Decoding Life: Exploring Minds, Genes, Development and Evolution”

This academic seminar provides a unique opportunity to engage with rising international scientific leaders, learn about cutting-edge discoveries, and exchange ideas across disciplines.

Date: November 9, 2026 (Monday)
Time: 15:00 – 16:30
Venue: Mrs. Chen Yang Foo Oi Telemedicine Centre, 2/F William MW Mong Block, 21 Sassoon Road
Registration: https://hku.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6GAthLuePZmP8Q6

The details are as follows:

15:00 – 15:05  Welcome & Introduction
by Professor Martin Cheung, Associate Director (Research & Innovation), School of Biomedical Sciences, HKUMed

15:05 – 16:05  Lightning Talks by 2026 AYSF Life Science Awardees. 

• Dr. Jaekyung Kim (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)
• Dr. Aditya Nair (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore)
• Dr. Chun So (National Institute of Biological Sciences, Beijing)
• Dr. Leo Speidel (RIKEN)

16:05 – 16:20  Panel Discussion: “What Are the Next Grand Challenges in Life Sciences?” 
moderated by Professor Martin Cheung & Professor Kui Liu

16:20 – 16:25  Q&A

16:25 – 16:30  Closing Remarks
by Professor Kui Liu, Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Medicine, HKUMed

All professoriate and teaching staff, researchers and students are welcome.