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May 2017
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Chief Executive commends Hong Kong delegation on victory at the 45th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva
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The Chief Executive, Mr C Y Leung, attended a reception at the Central Government Offices in Tamar on May 11, to commend the Hong Kong delegation on their award-winning inventions shown at the 45th International Exhibition of Inventions. Also in attendance were the Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Mr Nicholas W Yang, and the Consul-General of Switzerland to Hong Kong and Macau, Mr Reto Renggli.
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Innovation and Technology Scholarship Award Scheme 2017 offers up to $150,000 Scholarship Grant for each of the 25 Elite Undergraduates
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On Apr 27 2017, the Award Presentation Ceremony for the Innovation and Technology Scholarship Award Scheme 2017 was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year, 25 outstanding undergraduates were awarded scholarships for their passion and dedication to pursue their dreams in different fields of innovation and technology.
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The Redefinition of SI Units and its Impact on the Electricity and Magnetism Metrology
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In November 2018, the 26th General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM) will review the International System of Units (SI) of four of the seven base units namely kilogram, ampere, kelvin and mole by fixing the values of the Planck constant (h), the elementary charge (e), the Boltzmann constant (k) and the Avogadro constant (NA). Upon approval, the redefined SI will be implemented worldwide on the following World Metrology Day which is on 20 May 2019.
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I&T Market Pulse
New Radio Equipment Directive for EU market takes effect in June 2017
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The adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) solution has been widespread in the transportation, healthcare and manufacturing industries with millions of items connected and communicating daily. Not only does this contribute to smart city development, but it also leads to revisions of regulations on wireless transmission functions. As the manufacturing process in electronics products can be intricate and exacting, the new guide on Radio Equipment Directives (RED) and harmonised standards will become effective on June 13, 2017 to ensure the efficient use of the radio spectrum.
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Fun with Science
“Self-healing” Mobile Devices
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It sounds incredible to have “self-healing” mobile devices that can repair themselves after daily wear and tear, just like human skin! Researchers at the University of California Riverside are using a new regenerative material which is made up of a stretchable polymer and an ionic salt and hoping to realise such amazing technology.
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Upcoming I&T Event  

  1. The Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit 2017, organised by HKSARG, Council of Social Service and Science & Technology Parks Corporation, will be held from June 16 to 18, enhancing public awareness about technology and innovation for the elderly and encouraging development and adoption of relevant solutions in HK.
    For details please visit: http://gies2017.hkcss.org.hk/en/.

  2. Seminars on Testing and Certification, co-organised by HK Council for Testing and Certification and HK Accreditation Service, sharing experience and information on topics related to the testing and certification industry:
    • June 28, 2017 – Testing and certification of wireless and telecommunication products
    • July 10, 2017 – Integrity and professional development in the testing and certification industry
    For details please visit: http://www.hkctc.gov.hk/en/home.html#.

 
 
 
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Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong.

 
  email : enquiry@itc.gov.hk
 
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fax : (852) 2730 4633
 
     
 
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