Huntington’s Disease, a cruel genetic curse that robs individuals of control over their own bodies, has long remained a therapeutic enigma. Recently, CUHK researchers may have unlocked a critical piece of the puzzle. By identifying PAPD5 as a key culprit in neuronal damage and showcasing the potential of the BCH001 inhibitor, they are opening a promising new chapter in the fight against this devastating condition.
From the robust textures of the Great Wall’s ancient bricks to the meticulous assembly of Roman arches, masonry has long stood as a testament to human ingenuity and aesthetic vision. A cross-disciplinary team at CUHK has reinterpreted traditional craftsmanship through technology—CU-Brick. By integrating cable-driven robotics and automated programming, this innovation breathes new life into traditional bricklaying techniques in the digital age. The system accurately replicates the profound understanding of geometric structures mastered by historical artisans and sparks a dynamic interplay between modern engineering and creative inspiration. Bricklaying transcends mere repetitive stacking, evolving into an innovative dialogue that bridges engineering, architecture, and art—unleashing unprecedented creative potential for future architectural masterpieces.
Picture a swarm of microscopic warriors – virus-like nanofibres – storming a breast tumour like a fortress, armed with oxygen and laser precision. Developed by a brilliant team at CUHK, these tiny, virus-like fibres that can find breast tumours, produce oxygen, and help destroy cancer with light. In mouse studies, they made tumours shrink quickly, even in areas where current treatments often fail. This breakthrough could defy the limit of traditional therapies and spark a wildfire of hope for more targeted, less harmful cancer therapies.
It’s been a bumper few months for seismic achievements at CUHK. Its scholars have notched up a series of leading awards and fellowships, achieved record hauls of prizes for its inventions at two major international exhibitions and fairs; and once again ranked as one of the world’s leading seats of learning.
