CPCE Active Scholar Awards
Starting 2021, CPCE presents the Active Scholar Awards annually to recognise the outstanding contributions and commitment of CPCE academic members who have actively published their research findings.
The following academic staff members were honoured in 2025:
CPCE Active Scholar Awards 2025
 | Cruise ships, ferries, impact of climate change, shipping education and training, transport history, sustainability issues, resilient supply chain management, health logistics, human remains, regional development | I am delighted to express my sincere gratitude for being selected as a recipient of the CPCE Active Scholar Award. I was honoured and thrilled to learn that I have been selected for this award. The award has recognized my outstanding research performance in terms of impact, quality, and output. I want to thank the College for providing me with unreserved support for organizing the international conferences and establishing my interdisciplinary research team across geographical continents. This award inspires me to work even harder and excel in my research publications in the forthcoming years. |
| Social Marketing, Sustainable Marketing, Digital Marketing and Strategic Communications | I am truly grateful to be recognised with the Active Scholar Award again. This award reflects my research group's collaborative efforts and ongoing support from the Division of Business and Hospitality Management. This recognition inspires me to continue my pursuit of knowledge and research contributions. | |
 Dr Edmund WUT, Senior Lecturer [BHM] | Research methods, corporate social responsibility and crisis management | It is my honour to receive the Active Scholar Award again. Many thanks to the support from the Division of Business and Hospitality Management, Research Office of the College and my research associates. I shall try my best to work with colleagues to have more impactful research and projects in the future. I am looking forward to participate more research workshops, seminar and conferences in the coming year. |
| Tourism demand forecasting, tourist behaviours, tourism supply chain management, supply chain resilience, information systems and digitalization. | I am truly honoured to receive the Active Scholar Award. I sincerely appreciate the Division of Business and Hospitality Management and the CPCE Research Committee for cultivating a collaborative and supportive environment that enables interdisciplinary innovation. I also wish to acknowledge my research team and collaborators for their continued and significant contributions. This recognition motivates me to further pursue research that delivers meaningful impact. | |
| Artificial Intelligence, Gamification, Motivation and Engagement, Assessment and Feedback, Education Policy, International Law and Comparative Law. | I am deeply honoured to receive the CPCE Active Scholar Award once again, a recognition of the dedication and effort I have invested across my diverse fields of study. I am especially grateful for the flexibility and support provided by PolyU CPCE, which have enabled me to explore interdisciplinary research and collaborate with scholars from various disciplines. This award not only acknowledges my contributions to the academic community but also strengthens my motivation to continue pursuing impactful research. I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to my PhD supervisor for his continuous guidance and encouragement throughout my academic journey, as well as to my co-authors, colleagues, and the Research Committee for their invaluable advice and support. | |
| Contemporary poetics, life writing, genre studies, service-learning, digital storytelling, Hong Kong theatre, and English language education | It is my first time to be awarded the Active Scholar Award. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the College, our Division of Languages and Communication, the research office, my fellow researchers and hardworking colleagues for their support and inspiration. This recognition is a testament to the importance of creating spaces where independent thinking and diverse perspectives, including those from the humanities, can thrive. By creating an environment where all fields of study can blossom, we empower scholars to push boundaries and contribute meaningfully to our collective pursuit of knowledge. Thank you for championing this vision. | |
| Technology-enhanced language teaching and learning, feedback literacy, AI literacy, biliteracy and trilingual education, medium of instruction and policy, learning through play, professional learning communities, and distributed leadership. | I am deeply honoured to receive the CPCE Active Scholar Award for five consecutive years. This prestigious recognition affirms my dedication and unwavering commitment to academic excellence and stands as a testament to the countless hours of hard work I have invested. It further strengthens my resolve to make meaningful and impactful contributions to language education. My heartfelt gratitude goes to CPCE and the Division of Languages and Communication for their steadfast support throughout my research. Their continuous encouragement and provision of resources have fostered an environment that inspires innovation and scholarly growth. This stimulating atmosphere has been instrumental in shaping my self-confidence, cultivating a forward-looking mindset, and enhancing my adaptability in today’s digital world. | |
| Acoustics, thermofluids, aerosol, indoor air quality and energy efficient building. | It is a great pleasure for me to receive this award. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the College, the CPCE Research Committee, and the Division of Science, Engineering and Health Studies, for this recognition and encouragement, and providing invaluable support to my research. | |
| Carbon nanomaterials, Green energy, Wearable electronic sensors | I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the CPCE Research Committee for selecting me as the recipient of the CPCE Active Scholar Award 2025. I am truly honoured by this recognition of my commitment and accomplishments in research. This award not only validates my research capabilities but also motivates me as I embark on the early stages of my career at CPCE. It inspires me to continue exploring, innovating, and seeking knowledge in my field. | |
| Gerontechnology Adoption, Healthcare technology User Behaviour, AI Application, Blockchain technology Applications, Virtual Reality Applications, Consumer Trust, and Social commerce. | It is an honour to accept this award. I sincerely appreciate the College for offering the support, opportunities, and resources essential to my research. I also wish to thank my research assistants and collaborators, who continually make my work possible. I am eager to keep progressing and to add further impactful research to the Information Systems field. Thank you! | |
| Bio-integrated electronics, Flexible electronics, Wireless healthcare sensing, Microfluidics | I am deeply honoured to accept the CPCE Active Scholar Award. I sincerely appreciate the College for providing the support, opportunities, and resources that are vital to my research efforts. I would also like to express my gratitude to my research assistants and collaborators, whose unwavering dedication makes my work possible. I am eager to continue advancing my research and contributing meaningful insights to the field of biomedical engineering. | |
| Renovation in modern batteries; AI with Physics innovation; Pairing of electrons in exotic superconducting magnets; Majorana Fermion for quantum computing; Stability of nano-carbon | I am honoured to be recognized as an active scholar, an accolade that reflects my dedication to advancing knowledge and contributing to my field. Throughout my academic journey, I have consistently engaged in research, collaboration, and community outreach, striving to bridge theory and practice. This recognition motivates me to continue my pursuit of excellence in scholarship, fostering innovation and inspiring others to join in the quest for understanding and improvement. I am grateful for the support of my colleagues and mentors, and I look forward to further contributions that will enrich our academic community and beyond. | |
| Moral and Political Philosophy, Theory of the Self, Western and Chinese Philosophy, Religious Dialogue, AI Ethics. | I am deeply honoured to receive the CPCE Active Scholar Award for 2025. This recognition is not only a testament to my dedication and hard work in the field of philosophy and religious studies, but also a reflection of the unwavering support (particular the financial support from CPCE research funds) and encouragement I have received from my colleagues and the institution, in particular the Division of Social Sciences, Humanities and Design. I am grateful for the opportunities provided by CPCE to engage in meaningful research and to contribute to the academic community. This award inspires me to continue pursuing excellence in my scholarly endeavours and to further contribute to the advancement of knowledge in my areas of interest. | |
 | Social inequality, Social and Political Aspects of Sports. | I sincerely thank the CPCE Research Committee for awarding me this honour, and I am also grateful to the colleagues who nominated me. Additionally, I would like to extend my appreciation to all those who supported my research, including the research assistants and participants. This award is not only a recognition of past efforts but also an inspiration for me to strive toward making greater contributions in the field of research in the future. |
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