HONG KONG, 8 October 2026 — As Hong Kong accelerates its ambitions to become a global biotech hub, a new partnership between HKUMed School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) and Skyhore Biotech marks a significant step toward translating cutting-edge microbiome research into practical health solutions. This collaboration will provide students with hands-on industry experience, supporting the development of innovative, science-driven health platforms that could redefine daily wellness.  

Skyhore Biotech Limited, a startup at the forefront of microbiome science, will host HKUMed SBMS students in research and development roles, helping to bridge academic discovery with real-world applications. This initiative aims to cultivate a new generation of biotech talent capable of driving Hong Kong’s industry forward and contributing to global health advancements. 

Key Areas of Cooperation 

Internship programme: Structured internship opportunities for HKUMed SBMS undergraduate and postgraduate students at Skyhore Biotech Limited. Students market research, product optimisation, and business development activities, gaining practical skills in a fast-growing biotech sector. 

Educational activities: Guest seminars delivered by Skyhore Biotech Limited for HKUMed SBMS students, introducing practical insights from diagnostic product development and clinical translation into the School's learning environment. 

A Distinguished Occasion 

The MoU signing ceremony was held at the HKUMed campus, attended by senior representatives from both organisations alongside HKUMed SBMS students. Representing HKUMed was Professor Joshua Ho Wing-kei, Assistant Dean (Innovation & Technology Transfer), HKUMed, and Co-Director of the Master of Biomedical Innovation (MBioInno) Programme, School of Biomedical Sciences. Representing Skyhore Biotech Limited was Mr Wang Guixin, Executive Director. 

Mr Wang Guixin, Executive Director, said, ‘Fostering a vibrant biotech ecosystem is key to Hong Kong’s innovation future. Supporting students in this dynamic environment helps us cultivate talent capable of leading the next wave of health solutions that can address regional health challenges and drive industry growth.’ 

Professor Joshua Ho Wing-kei added: ‘Startups bring a unique agility and willingness to explore bold ideas that can lead to transformative breakthroughs. By nurturing skilled researchers and entrepreneurs, HKUMed SBMS provides the expertise and innovative thinking necessary to translate scientific discoveries into impactful health technologies that benefit society.” 

About the School of Biomedical Sciences, HKUMed 

Founded in 2015, the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS) builds on a more than a century-long legacy in advancing modern medicine at the oldest academic institution in Hong Kong – the LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed). As the largest pre-clinical School at HKUMed, we draw on the Faculty’s heritage to advance fundamental understanding of life and translate discoveries to improve human health. HKUMed SBMS hosts Hong Kong’s first Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences programme, which provides four academic majors: biomedical research, bioinformatics, clinical sciences, and health technology. In 2026, HKUMed SBMS launched Hong Kong’s only Master of Biomedical Innovation (MBioInno) programme, which aims to train a pool of local talents who can turn pioneering biotechnology and AI digital health technology into innovative new health products and services through technology transfers and entrepreneurship.   

About Skyhore Biotech Limited 

Skyhore Biotech Limited is a Hong Kong-based biotechnology startup focused on microbiome science and modern health management. The Company explores the relationship between microbial ecosystems and everyday wellbeing, translating scientific research, data-driven insights and product development into forward-looking and responsible health-management solutions. Guided by science, quality and transparent communication, Skyhore Biotech seeks to make microbiome-informed approaches more relevant and accessible in everyday life. 

Media enquiries 

HKUMed: medmedia@hku.hk

Skyhore Biotech Limited: media@skyhorebio.com