Department of Physics Welcomes Elite Undergraduate Students from Nanjing University
Department of Physics Welcomes Elite Undergraduate Students from Nanjing University
The Department of Physics at Hong Kong Baptist University successfully hosted 25 undergraduate students from Nanjing University's prestigious Kuang Yaming Honors School on May 23, 2025. 
About the Visiting Students
Nanjing University ranks 7th nationally and 65th globally (Times Higher Education 2025) and is a member of China's elite C9 League. The visiting students represent Kuang Yaming Honors School, NJU's most selective program established in 1985, which has cultivated over 1,800 scientists and engineers with many achieving international recognition.
The Year 2 students, majoring in physics, artificial intelligence, biology, and chemistry, were selected for this academic exchange to explore advanced research and educational opportunities in Hong Kong.
Research Experience and Academic Exchange
The full-day program began with Prof. Qianyuan Tang introducing department information, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS), and summer research opportunities. Faculty members then showcased their research through comprehensive presentations, including Prof. Xiangze Zeng and Changsong Zhou, along with video presentations by Prof. Songsong Li and Prof. Jade Shi. Research postgraduate students Ms. Ruiqi Fu and Ms. Zhenli Zhou represented the research groups of Prof. Liang Tian and Shu-Jen Wang, respectively.
Afternoon laboratory tours, guided by Dr. Xulong Wang (Prof. Guancong Ma's Lab) and Ms. Zhenli Zhou (Prof. Shu-Jen Wang's Lab), provided hands-on exposure to state-of-the-art research facilities. Students experienced the department's research environment firsthand while engaging with current postgraduate researchers. 
Building International Partnerships
This successful visit enhances the collaboration between Hong Kong Baptist University and mainland China's leading academic institutions. The exchange provided students with valuable exposure to advanced research methodologies and educational approaches while strengthening academic partnerships between the universities.
The visiting students were impressed by the department's transdisciplinary research and engaged in meaningful communications with professors and research postgraduate students. The positive response from the visiting students demonstrates the mutual benefits of such academic exchanges in advancing scientific research and education.
The Department of Physics at Hong Kong Baptist University continues to foster academic collaborations and welcome outstanding students in advancing scientific research and education.