MERIT AWARDS |
TITLE / SUMMARY | STUDENTS | COURSE TEACHER |
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| Area 1: Arts and Humanities |
"Travel Hong Kong+" Implementation of an All-in-one Tourist Mobile Application
This project proposes Travel Hong Kong+, an all‑in‑one tourist mobile application developed under HKTB to address challenges identified in the company’s current performance. The app integrates trip planning, navigation, and booking into a single platform, offering three core functions: an interactive map, a booking system, and an AI chatbot.
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WAN Wai Hei; CHUNG Man Hei; HUNG Ho Ching Matthew; NG Yin Hei; WONG Choi Yuk
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Dr SZE Lap Ming
Department of Public and International Affairs
GE2134 - Critical and Creative Thinking
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Chronicles in Stone: The Yungang Grottoes and the National Narrative of the Northern Wei Dynasty
This study looks at the Yungang Grottoes not just as great Buddhist art, but as a carefully planned story about who the Northern Wei rulers were. It shows how the layout of the caves, the choice of images (including five giant statues linked to emperors), and the gradual shift to a more Chinese style worked together to turn a violent rise to power into a respectable image of a lawful, civilised dynasty. In short, the rulers used stone—its spaces, symbols, and styles—to shape public memory. It reminds us that history isn’t only written in books; it can be carved in stone.
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YU Qingge
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Professor CAO Nanlai
Department of Chinese and History
GE1501 - Chinese Civilisation-History and Philosophy
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Creation through Misunderstanding: Examining the Mechanisms of Cross Cultural Interaction from the Perspective of Ming–Qing Export Porcelain
This study challenges the conventional view of Ming–Qing export porcelain as mere “static cultural evidence.” It shows that cultural misunderstanding was not a barrier but a creative force that drove technological innovation and artistic transformation. By examining cases such as Kangxi‑era attempts to imitate Western copperplate engravings and the “Guanyin–Madonna” figurines in Dehua blanc‑de‑chine, the study reveals how Chinese and European artisans reinterpreted each other’s symbols through their own cultural lenses. These hybrid forms highlight the adaptability and creative agency of Chinese culture during the early era of globalisation.
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YANG Ziqian
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Professor CAO Nanlai
Department of Chinese and History
GE1501 - Chinese Civilisation-History and Philosophy
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How Remote Work Positively Enhances Employees’ Intrinsic Motivation in the PostPandemic Technology Industry?
This project examines how remote work can positively enhance employees’ intrinsic motivation in the post‑pandemic technology industry. Drawing on an extensive review of academic literature and common industry practices, it shows how flexible work structures and results‑oriented management can strengthen motivation and, in turn, improve job performance. Findings grounded in theories such as Self‑Determination Theory and Flow Theory demonstrate that well‑designed remote work models can effectively support employees while maintaining high levels of productivity within a remote work culture.
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LEUNG Ho Ching; CHAN Tsz Shuen; CHENG Lik Man; CHEUNG Cho Yi; MAK Hei Ching; MIMURA Kaichi
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CHENG Shuk Ling
Department of Management
GE1216 - Loving Work, Working to Love
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Ideologies in Social Media: Beautytok
This research report examines how “Beautytok” influences viewers’ shopping habits by promoting endless, mindless content in which creators display large makeup and cosmetic collections. The study highlights how such content normalises unnecessary consumption while overlooking its environmental and psychological consequences. It explores how constant exposure to these displays can encourage impulse buying and unsustainable purchasing patterns among audiences.
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CHAN Wing
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Professor Reto Thomas Edgar WINCKLER
Department of English
GE2105 - Popular Culture
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Jellycat Plus & JellyCloud
The project investigates the performance of Jellycat Limited and identifies key challenges it may face. To overcome the challenges, the project proposes launching a new app“JellyCloud” bundle with a soft toy “Jellycat Plus”.
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LEE Wing Yi; LAM Wing Tung; LEUNG Man Chi; TSOI Chi Wing; YAU Yuen Kei
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Dr SZE Lap Ming
Department of Public and International Affairs
GE2134 - Critical and Creative Thinking
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Sushiro
This project proposes enhancements to Sushiro’s ordering tablet after identifying issues that may reduce customer satisfaction, including limited sushi choices, a lack of transparent nutritional information, and an inefficient checkout process. The team introduces three solutions—customised sushi options, a calorie‑counting feature, and an improved checkout procedure. Together, these upgrades are designed to attract a wider range of customers and deliver a more personalised, efficient, and health‑aware dining experience. The project also highlights long‑term benefits for Sushiro, including cost savings, a stronger brand image, greater market competitiveness, and improved employee satisfaction.
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CHUANG Tsz Ying Lely; CHAN Hei Kit Chris; CHAN Wai Ching; CHAU Yin Tau; TANG Miu Ching; WONG Wan Chung
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Dr SZE Lap Ming
Department of Public and International Affairs
GE2134 - Critical and Creative Thinking
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Veterinarian - Career Guidance
This project aims to provide honest, accessible insight into what veterinary work is really like—what vets do each day, the environments they work in, the personality traits that help them succeed, and the emotional and physical pressures they often carry in silence. By sharing these perspectives, the project hopes to help others make more informed career choices, foster greater empathy for veterinarians, and highlight how psychology can meaningfully support the well‑being of both veterinary professionals and the animals they care for.
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MAK Hei Tung; LAM Ching Yan Chloe; LEUNG Yee Ching; LUI Lok Yi; SZETO Wing Yan; WONG Kam Ting
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Dr IP Chi Shun; Dr YEUNG Kit Ling Elaine
Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences
GE2129 - Psychology for Young Professionals
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| Area 2: Study of Societies, Social and Business Organisations |
Economic Naturalist Assignment: Organic Food Market
This project applies the Economic Naturalist approach to analyse an everyday economic phenomenon using core principles such as costs, benefits, incentives, and marginal thinking. Students first identify an economic event from daily life and then explain its causes and effects with appropriate concepts, diagrams, and real‑world evidence. The featured example explores why organic food is typically more expensive than conventional alternatives, using supply‑and‑demand analysis, policy differences, and market conditions across regions. The project demonstrates how simple observations can reveal deeper economic reasoning and encourages students to connect economic theory with real‑world decision‑making.
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NG Wing Hei
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Dr LEE Pak Yee Bonnie
Department of Economics and Finance
GE2258 - Introduction to Economics
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Gourmet Food Shop Application and Data Analysis by Spreadsheet
The primary objective of the Gourmet Food Shop Application is to provide a durable, cost‑effective, and integrated Point‑of‑Sale and inventory management system for small boutique shops using Microsoft Excel VBA. Designed as an accessible alternative to expensive retail software, the application offers customers a streamlined interface to browse products, filter categories, and complete secure checkout. For shop staff, it includes password‑protected tools to manage orders, track inventory with automated low‑stock alerts, and analyse sales trends through built‑in reports. By leveraging Excel’s familiarity, the project delivers a practical, user‑friendly solution that supports modern retail operations.
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LAM Ching Fung; CHEUNG Tsz Ching; GU Bohan; WANG Ruoyu; YU Qiao
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Dr SUNG Wai Ki
Department of Information Systems
GE2335 - Business Programming with Spreadsheet
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Tutoring sector under the Double Reduction Policy
This project examines the impact of China’s Double Reduction policy on the tutoring sector. The policy aims to reduce students’ academic stress by imposing strict regulations on private tutoring for core subjects, including bans on classes during weekends and holidays and introducing a price ceiling for tutoring fees. The essay analyses how these measures have decreased the supply of group tutorial classes while demand remains strong due to ongoing academic competition. It explores how parents have increasingly turned to more expensive one-to-one tutoring as a substitute, raising the overall cost of education. The project also discusses the resulting market effects, such as shortages, deadweight loss, and the shift of tutoring services to the underground market.
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WONG Hei Lam
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Dr LEE Pak Yee Bonnie
Department of Economics and Finance
GE2258 - Introduction to Economics
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| Area 3: Science and Technology |
AI in Education
This project designs an integrated AI learning platform to address major limitations found in common AI education apps. Many existing tools operate in isolation, concentrating on single tasks while overlooking the broader human experience of learning. In response, this project brings together six essential elements: emotion‑responsive support, adaptive learning pathways, tools for different learning styles, peer and teacher interaction, meaningful progress tracking, and offline accessibility. The aim is to create one cohesive environment that recognises the whole student rather than just their test scores, ultimately promoting a fairer and more supportive learning experience for all.
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PARINKARN Sasina; CHEUNG Hung Yam; LE Vinh Thanh Linh; TRIJBELS Annelotte Joséphine Thérèse Pauline; TSE Tung Wai
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Professor IP Ho Shing
Department of Computer Science
GE2313 - Global IT Case Studies
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Autonomous AI Telegram Channel Curator
This project streamlines the daily work of Telegram channel administrators and evaluates how effectively AI can manage a channel compared with humans. The system gathers posts from reliable sources, filters out advertisements and irrelevant content, and rewrites updates in a consistent style with minimal input from admins. It assesses the clarity, quality, and usefulness of AI‑generated content against what a human administrator would typically select or write. Additional features include duplicate‑post detection to prevent reposts and a DM Q&A bot that helps users quickly locate information from earlier posts.
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SUVERNEV Bogdan; ISMAGULOV Ruslan
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Professor MA Ziye
Department of Computer Science
GE1362 - Exploring Generative AI in Practice
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Nanoparticles for Water Purification
The objectives of this project are to introduce graphene oxide and discuss its most significant properties, including its high surface area, hydrophilicity, and high pollutant absorption rate. It provides insights into the distinct properties of metallic and metal oxide nanoparticles, including antimicrobial activity, photocatalysis, and their utility for removing heavy metals. The project examines the benefits of combining graphene oxide with nanoparticles, proving how these improved nanocomposites can be used in water purification technologies. Lastly, the project also encourages readers to consider how nanotechnology can help address global clean‑water challenges, highlighting its potential to create innovative and sustainable solutions for communities facing freshwater shortages.
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UNGUETI SALÓ Alba; PELLISÉ MIÑANA Felix; VENDRELL LÓPEZ David
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Professor Elena USHAKOVA
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
GE2309 - The World of NANO: The Next Big Thing is Really Small
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| Area 1: Arts and Humanities |
"Travel Hong Kong+" Implementation of an All-in-one Tourist Mobile ApplicationThis project proposes Travel Hong Kong+, an all‑in‑one tourist mobile application developed under HKTB to address challenges identified in the company’s current performance. The app integrates trip planning, navigation, and booking into a single platform, offering three core functions: an interactive map, a booking system, and an AI chatbot. ::: STUDENT :::
WAN Wai Hei; CHUNG Man Hei; HUNG Ho Ching Matthew; NG Yin Hei; WONG Choi Yuk ::: TEACHER :::
Dr SZE Lap Ming |
Chronicles in Stone: The Yungang Grottoes and the National Narrative of the Northern Wei DynastyThis study looks at the Yungang Grottoes not just as great Buddhist art, but as a carefully planned story about who the Northern Wei rulers were. It shows how the layout of the caves, the choice of images (including five giant statues linked to emperors), and the gradual shift to a more Chinese style worked together to turn a violent rise to power into a respectable image of a lawful, civilised dynasty. In short, the rulers used stone—its spaces, symbols, and styles—to shape public memory. It reminds us that history isn’t only written in books; it can be carved in stone. ::: STUDENT :::
YU Qingge ::: TEACHER :::
Professor CAO Nanlai |
Creation through Misunderstanding: Examining the Mechanisms of Cross Cultural Interaction from the Perspective of Ming–Qing Export PorcelainThis study challenges the conventional view of Ming–Qing export porcelain as mere “static cultural evidence.” It shows that cultural misunderstanding was not a barrier but a creative force that drove technological innovation and artistic transformation. By examining cases such as Kangxi‑era attempts to imitate Western copperplate engravings and the “Guanyin–Madonna” figurines in Dehua blanc‑de‑chine, the study reveals how Chinese and European artisans reinterpreted each other’s symbols through their own cultural lenses. These hybrid forms highlight the adaptability and creative agency of Chinese culture during the early era of globalisation. ::: STUDENT :::
YANG Ziqian ::: TEACHER :::
Professor CAO Nanlai |
How Remote Work Positively Enhances Employees’ Intrinsic Motivation in the PostPandemic Technology Industry?This project examines how remote work can positively enhance employees’ intrinsic motivation in the post‑pandemic technology industry. Drawing on an extensive review of academic literature and common industry practices, it shows how flexible work structures and results‑oriented management can strengthen motivation and, in turn, improve job performance. Findings grounded in theories such as Self‑Determination Theory and Flow Theory demonstrate that well‑designed remote work models can effectively support employees while maintaining high levels of productivity within a remote work culture. ::: STUDENT :::
LEUNG Ho Ching; CHAN Tsz Shuen; CHENG Lik Man; CHEUNG Cho Yi; MAK Hei Ching; MIMURA Kaichi ::: TEACHER :::
CHENG Shuk Ling |
Ideologies in Social Media: BeautytokThis research report examines how “Beautytok” influences viewers’ shopping habits by promoting endless, mindless content in which creators display large makeup and cosmetic collections. The study highlights how such content normalises unnecessary consumption while overlooking its environmental and psychological consequences. It explores how constant exposure to these displays can encourage impulse buying and unsustainable purchasing patterns among audiences. ::: STUDENT :::
CHAN Wing ::: TEACHER :::
Professor Reto Thomas Edgar WINCKLER |
Jellycat Plus & JellyCloudThe project investigates the performance of Jellycat Limited and identifies key challenges it may face. To overcome the challenges, the project proposes launching a new app“JellyCloud” bundle with a soft toy “Jellycat Plus”. ::: STUDENT :::
LEE Wing Yi; LAM Wing Tung; LEUNG Man Chi; TSOI Chi Wing; YAU Yuen Kei ::: TEACHER :::
Dr SZE Lap Ming |
SushiroThis project proposes enhancements to Sushiro’s ordering tablet after identifying issues that may reduce customer satisfaction, including limited sushi choices, a lack of transparent nutritional information, and an inefficient checkout process. The team introduces three solutions—customised sushi options, a calorie‑counting feature, and an improved checkout procedure. Together, these upgrades are designed to attract a wider range of customers and deliver a more personalised, efficient, and health‑aware dining experience. The project also highlights long‑term benefits for Sushiro, including cost savings, a stronger brand image, greater market competitiveness, and improved employee satisfaction. ::: STUDENT :::
CHUANG Tsz Ying Lely; CHAN Hei Kit Chris; CHAN Wai Ching; CHAU Yin Tau; TANG Miu Ching; WONG Wan Chung ::: TEACHER :::
Dr SZE Lap Ming |
Veterinarian - Career GuidanceThis project aims to provide honest, accessible insight into what veterinary work is really like—what vets do each day, the environments they work in, the personality traits that help them succeed, and the emotional and physical pressures they often carry in silence. By sharing these perspectives, the project hopes to help others make more informed career choices, foster greater empathy for veterinarians, and highlight how psychology can meaningfully support the well‑being of both veterinary professionals and the animals they care for. ::: STUDENT :::
MAK Hei Tung; LAM Ching Yan Chloe; LEUNG Yee Ching; LUI Lok Yi; SZETO Wing Yan; WONG Kam Ting ::: TEACHER :::
Dr IP Chi Shun; Dr YEUNG Kit Ling Elaine |
| Area 2: Study of Societies, Social and Business Organisations |
Economic Naturalist Assignment: Organic Food MarketThis project applies the Economic Naturalist approach to analyse an everyday economic phenomenon using core principles such as costs, benefits, incentives, and marginal thinking. Students first identify an economic event from daily life and then explain its causes and effects with appropriate concepts, diagrams, and real‑world evidence. The featured example explores why organic food is typically more expensive than conventional alternatives, using supply‑and‑demand analysis, policy differences, and market conditions across regions. The project demonstrates how simple observations can reveal deeper economic reasoning and encourages students to connect economic theory with real‑world decision‑making. ::: STUDENT :::
NG Wing Hei ::: TEACHER :::
Dr LEE Pak Yee Bonnie |
Gourmet Food Shop Application and Data Analysis by SpreadsheetThe primary objective of the Gourmet Food Shop Application is to provide a durable, cost‑effective, and integrated Point‑of‑Sale and inventory management system for small boutique shops using Microsoft Excel VBA. Designed as an accessible alternative to expensive retail software, the application offers customers a streamlined interface to browse products, filter categories, and complete secure checkout. For shop staff, it includes password‑protected tools to manage orders, track inventory with automated low‑stock alerts, and analyse sales trends through built‑in reports. By leveraging Excel’s familiarity, the project delivers a practical, user‑friendly solution that supports modern retail operations. ::: STUDENT :::
LAM Ching Fung; CHEUNG Tsz Ching; GU Bohan; WANG Ruoyu; YU Qiao ::: TEACHER :::
Dr SUNG Wai Ki |
Tutoring sector under the Double Reduction PolicyThis project examines the impact of China’s Double Reduction policy on the tutoring sector. The policy aims to reduce students’ academic stress by imposing strict regulations on private tutoring for core subjects, including bans on classes during weekends and holidays and introducing a price ceiling for tutoring fees. The essay analyses how these measures have decreased the supply of group tutorial classes while demand remains strong due to ongoing academic competition. It explores how parents have increasingly turned to more expensive one-to-one tutoring as a substitute, raising the overall cost of education. The project also discusses the resulting market effects, such as shortages, deadweight loss, and the shift of tutoring services to the underground market. ::: STUDENT :::
WONG Hei Lam ::: TEACHER :::
Dr LEE Pak Yee Bonnie |
| Area 3: Science and Technology |
AI in EducationThis project designs an integrated AI learning platform to address major limitations found in common AI education apps. Many existing tools operate in isolation, concentrating on single tasks while overlooking the broader human experience of learning. In response, this project brings together six essential elements: emotion‑responsive support, adaptive learning pathways, tools for different learning styles, peer and teacher interaction, meaningful progress tracking, and offline accessibility. The aim is to create one cohesive environment that recognises the whole student rather than just their test scores, ultimately promoting a fairer and more supportive learning experience for all. ::: STUDENT :::
PARINKARN Sasina; CHEUNG Hung Yam; LE Vinh Thanh Linh; TRIJBELS Annelotte Joséphine Thérèse Pauline; TSE Tung Wai ::: TEACHER :::
Professor IP Ho Shing |
Autonomous AI Telegram Channel CuratorThis project streamlines the daily work of Telegram channel administrators and evaluates how effectively AI can manage a channel compared with humans. The system gathers posts from reliable sources, filters out advertisements and irrelevant content, and rewrites updates in a consistent style with minimal input from admins. It assesses the clarity, quality, and usefulness of AI‑generated content against what a human administrator would typically select or write. Additional features include duplicate‑post detection to prevent reposts and a DM Q&A bot that helps users quickly locate information from earlier posts. ::: STUDENT :::
SUVERNEV Bogdan; ISMAGULOV Ruslan ::: TEACHER :::
Professor MA Ziye |
Nanoparticles for Water PurificationThe objectives of this project are to introduce graphene oxide and discuss its most significant properties, including its high surface area, hydrophilicity, and high pollutant absorption rate. It provides insights into the distinct properties of metallic and metal oxide nanoparticles, including antimicrobial activity, photocatalysis, and their utility for removing heavy metals. The project examines the benefits of combining graphene oxide with nanoparticles, proving how these improved nanocomposites can be used in water purification technologies. Lastly, the project also encourages readers to consider how nanotechnology can help address global clean‑water challenges, highlighting its potential to create innovative and sustainable solutions for communities facing freshwater shortages. ::: STUDENT :::
UNGUETI SALÓ Alba; PELLISÉ MIÑANA Felix; VENDRELL LÓPEZ David ::: TEACHER :::
Professor Elena USHAKOVA |