The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has presented the Young Innovative Researcher Award (YIRA) 2025 to six early-career scholars in recognition of their research excellence. Their innovative work spans a range of fields including biomedical engineering, materials science, smart city development, sustainable construction, speech therapy and green energy, underscoring the University’s robust capacity and potential in interdisciplinary research.
Now in its fourth year, YIRA aims to recognise early-career scholars for their outstanding research excellence, fostering impactful, interdisciplinary research that drives the development of innovative technologies and addresses the evolving needs of society and industry. Individual researchers under the age of 35 who demonstrate exceptional research capabilities are eligible for the Award. Each awardee will receive HKD500,000 in research funding, along with a personal cash prize of HKD20,000, to further support their pursuit of forward-looking research and career development.