Highlight: Fireside Chat with Dr Stella Sun, Invest Hong Kong

We are pleased to share an insightful fireside chat with Dr Stella Sun from Invest Hong Kong.

Dr Sun’s career journey—from academic research to industry, startups, and government—strongly reflects our mission of bridging research, innovation, and real-world impact. Her experience illustrates the diverse pathways available to researchers who are passionate about translating knowledge into tangible benefits for society.

During the discussion, Dr Sun offered valuable perspectives on:

• The evolving life sciences and innovation ecosystem in Hong Kong
• Opportunities for startups and early-stage ventures
• The role of government and public–private collaboration in supporting innovation
• Career development pathways at the intersection of research, industry, and policy

We are grateful to Dr Sun for sharing her insights, and to the HKU Graduate School for convening this meaningful exchange and bringing together members of our research and innovation community.

We look forward to further collaborations that help translate HKU and HKUMed innovations into real-world impact, particularly in the areas of life sciences, biotechnology, and translational research, and to strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a leading innovation hub.