HKUST Innovation Master Class - Journey from Science to Innovation

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Tsang Shiu Tim Art Hall

Organized by the Office of Knowledge Transfer, the first HKUST Innovation Master Class featuring Prof. Robert S. Langer offers a unique exploration of the transformative journey "From Science to Innovation," guided by a luminary in the field. With over 400 companies licensing his patents and a legacy of founding over 40 startups, Prof. Langer's impact on the world of biotechnology and entrepreneurship is unparalleled.

Notably, as a co-founder of Moderna, the biotech firm that revolutionized medicine with its mRNA vaccine against COVID-19, Prof. Langer epitomizes the fusion of scientific rigor and entrepreneurial vision. His extensive body of work includes over 1,500 scientific papers, establishing him as the most-cited engineer in history with an astonishing h-index of 327 and over 432,700 citations.

In his master class, we will delve into the secrets behind translating scientific breakthroughs into tangible innovations that leave a lasting imprint on society. Join us as we unravel the journey of creating impact on a global scale, learning from the experiences of a visionary who has reshaped the landscape of technology and healthcare.

RSVPs are on a first-come-first-served basis. 

講者/ 表演者:
Prof. Robert S. Langer
David H Koch Institute Professor at MIT and HKUST Honorary Doctorate

Prof. Langer's patents have been licensed to 400+ companies and has founded 40+ startups. He is a co-founder of Moderna, the biotech company that developed an mRNA vaccine against COVID-19. He also has authored more than 1,500 scientific papers and is the most-cited engineer in history (h-index 327 with more than 432,700 citations).

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Enquiry: Ms Renee Lo at reneesylo@ust.hk

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