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Research output per year
Personal profile
Biography
Dr. Ngai obtained her bachelor degree in Physiotherapy from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She worked as a clinician for years and later focused on research in cardiopulmonary area. Her PhD studies investigated the effect of Acu-TENS, an East-meets-West integrative therapy, on airway obstructive diseases. During her postdoctoral fellowship, Dr. Ngai continued research in cardiopulmonary area and explored the mechanisms of Chinese therapeutics and East-meets-West integrative therapy using Near Infrared Oxygenation (NIRO). In 2011 and 2013, Dr. Ngai was awarded Australian Endeavour Research Fellowship and Asian Pacific Society of Respiratory (APSR) short term research fellowship for pursuing research studies at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and University of Sydney for research studies specialized in airway obstructive diseases. She has published articles in international journals including Respiratory Physiology Neurobiology, Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, Evidenced Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Research interests
- Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
- Effect of Acu-TENS in chronic disease management
- Exercise physiology and cardiopulmonary assessments in healthy and disease populations
- Assessment of cerebral and tissue oxygenation using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Postgraduate Diploma in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Doctor of Philosophy, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture, The University of Hong Kong, School of Professional and Continuing Education
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Research output
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Translation and validation of Cerebral Palsy Quality of Life Questionnaire-Teen in Hong Kong Chinese population [CP QoL-Teen (HK)]
Ngai, S. P. C., Wong, L. Y., Poon, V. W. K., Poon, C. Y. C., Yiu, B. P. H., Wong, T. P. S. & Chow, C. P., 9 Feb 2023, In: European Journal of Pediatrics.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Editorial: COVID-19 pandemic: A curve ball for athletes
Cheung, R. T. H., Ngai, S. P. C. & Baur, H., 8 Sept 2022, In: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living. 4, 1015938.Research output: Journal article publication › Editorial
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Evolution of Clinical Education under COVID-19 Pandemic: Blended Clinical Education
Woo, C. H. A. & Ngai, S. P. C., 26 Jul 2022, Global Perspectives on Educational Innovations for Emergency Situations. Dennen, V., Dickson-Deane, C., Ge, X., Ifenthaler, D., Murthy, S. & Richardson, J. C. (eds.). Springer Cham, p. 317-326Research output: Chapter in book / Conference proceeding › Chapter in an edited book (as author) › Teaching and learning › peer-review
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Impacts of Cigarette Smoke (CS) on Muscle Derangement in Rodents—A Systematic Review
He, W., Ngai, S. P. C., Cheung, K. K., Lau, W. M., Sanchez Vidana, D. I. & Pang, M. Y. C., 18 May 2022, In: Toxics. 10, 5, 262.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Knowledge, Attitudes and Use of Evidence-based Practice of Physical Therapy Students in Hong Kong: A Cross-Sectional Study
Al Zoubi, F. M. Q., Bussières2, A., Chan, H. W., Leung, K. Y., Ng, Y. Y., Lau, K. C., Ngai, P. C. S., Tsang, M. H., Wong, Y. L. & Thomas, A., Jun 2022.Research output: Unpublished conference presentation (presented paper, abstract, poster) › Conference presentation (not published in journal/proceeding/book) › Academic research › peer-review
Prizes
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2013/14 FHSS Faculty Awards For Outstanding Achievement in Teaching
Ngai, Pui Ching Shirley (Recipient), 2014
Prize: Prize (teaching & learning)
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2013/14 RS Outstanding Teaching Award
Ngai, Pui Ching Shirley (Recipient), 2014
Prize: Prize (teaching & learning)
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2016 UGC Teaching Award (Early Career Faculty Member)
Ngai, Pui Ching Shirley (Recipient), Sept 2016
Prize: Prize (teaching & learning)
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2018 National Teaching Achievement Award in the Higher Education Cluster (Second Class)
Ngai, Pui Ching Shirley (Recipient), Jan 2019
Prize: Prize (teaching & learning)
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2019/20 President's Award for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching
Ngai, Pui Ching Shirley (Recipient), Jan 2021
Prize: Prize (teaching & learning)
Activities
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World Physiotherapy Asia Western Pacific Regional Congress
Pui Ching Shirley Ngai (Programme Chair)
2022Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organizer / committee member
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Translational research of lung disease
Pui Ching Shirley Ngai (Speaker), Kwok Kuen Cheung (Speaker), Wui Man Lau (Speaker) & Wanjia He (Speaker)
20 Jun 2022Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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World Physiotherapy Asia Western Pacific Regional Congress
Pui Ching Shirley Ngai (Member of organizing committee)
2022Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organizer / committee member
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International Confederation of Cardiorespiratory Physical Therapists (ICCrPT) (External organisation)
Shirley P.C. Ngai (Secretary)
2019 → …Activity: Office holder / membership of professional bodies › Office holder / member of other professional body
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Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association Conference
Shirley P.C. Ngai (Member of programme committee)
2019Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organizer / committee member
Press/Media
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Novel approach sees medical professionals move into the classroom
13/03/19
3 items of Media coverage
Press/Media
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UGC presents awards for teaching excellence (with photos)
Pui Ching Shirley Ngai, Grace Ngai & Cheong Yu Stephen Chan
8/09/16
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media