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13 Jun 2025
HKCeND Showcases Research Innovations at HKUST Unicorn Day 2025
HKCeND Showcases Research Innovations at HKUST Unicorn Day 2025

Hong Kong Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (HKCeND) showcased its latest research and development innovations at the HKUST Unicorn Day on 13 June 2025. HKCeND representatives presented groundbreaking advancements in the diagnostics and therapeutics of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. They engaged with a diverse range of stakeholders, exchanging insights and exploring collaboration opportunities. Moreover, one of its research projects, “Development of Genome-editing Strategy for Familial Alzheimer’s Disease Therapy” was featured in the DeepTech pitching session.

As one of the largest entrepreneurial events in Hong Kong’s higher education sector, HKUST Unicorn Day 2025 brought together nearly 1,300 global investors, industry leaders, and representatives from government and academia across more than a dozen countries. Over 100 HKUST-grown institutions and startups showcased their deep-tech innovations, highlighting their technological expertise and creativity.

The event included dynamic technology showcases, engaging pitching sessions, and the inaugural “International Pavilion”, providing a vibrant platform for in-depth discussions and fostering global collaboration and investment opportunities. This initiative empowers the University’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, turning bold ideas into reality and redefining possibilities.

As a key player in the biotechnology and healthcare sector, HKCeND is committed to driving translational impact by developing innovative diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative diseases.