Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Welcomes New Chairman Professor Chan Chi-ho and New Members

The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) announced on October 20, 2026, that Professor Chan Chi-ho will assume the role of Chairman of the Board starting October 21, 2026, for a term of two years, succeeding the outgoing Professor Li Wai-kwong. Professor Chan expressed his gratitude and looks forward to contributing to the development of innovation and technology in Hong Kong.

Background and Outlook of Professor Chan Chi-ho

Professor Chan Chi-ho is an internationally recognized expert in applied electromagnetics, terahertz science, and wireless communications. He currently serves as the Vice President and Chair Professor of Electronic Engineering at City University of Hong Kong. He has held the position of tenured Associate Professor at the University of Washington and was a visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois. Professor Chan's academic achievements have been recognized with multiple international awards.

Upon taking over as Chairman of the Board, Professor Chan stated that he will work closely with all board members and the Chief Executive Officer to promote the development of innovative technologies and facilitate collaboration among the government, industry, and academia to accelerate the commercialization and widespread application of research outcomes. He emphasized that these efforts will enhance Hong Kong's competitiveness and solidify its position as an international innovation and technology hub.

New Board Members List

In addition to Professor Chan Chi-ho, ASTRI also welcomes six new board members:

• Professor Chan Shing-chiu (Professor and Associate Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Hong Kong)
• Mr. Chan Wai-chung (Chief Executive Officer of Fine Motors Limited)
• Mr. Chiu Chi-wai (Managing Partner of ELLALAN)
• Ms. Chow Man-ling (Director of Great Road Investments Limited)
• Mr. Hui Chi-wai (Chief Executive Officer of Axiom Semiconductor Equipment Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.)
• Professor Wong Ka-leung (Associate Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Chair Professor of Chemistry at City University of Hong Kong)

The addition of these new members will bring fresh perspectives and expertise to ASTRI, further advancing the organization's development.

Appreciation for Outgoing Professor Li Wai-kwong

During his tenure, Professor Li Wai-kwong made significant contributions to the development of ASTRI, particularly in enhancing its interdisciplinary research and development capabilities during the merger with the Nano and Advanced Materials Institute. Professor Li congratulated Professor Chan Chi-ho on his appointment and expressed confidence that he will lead ASTRI to new heights.

Since its establishment in 2000, ASTRI has been dedicated to transforming impactful research into practical innovations, achieving notable successes in various fields such as smart cities and fintech. With the formation of the new board, ASTRI will continue to contribute to the high-quality economic development of Hong Kong.