Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) (HKUST-GZ) is a world-class research university established in 2022 as a joint venture between HKUST and Guangzhou University. Operating under a 'Unified HKUST, Complementary Campuses' framework, it serves as a major hub for interdisciplinary research and industrial transformation in the Greater Bay Area (GBA). The institution is specifically designed to bridge the gap between fundamental academic research and commercial application, with a heavy emphasis on biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and advanced materials. In the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors, HKUST-GZ operates through its Systems Hub and the Bioscience and Biomedical Engineering Thrust (BSBE). It hosts the Biosciences Central Research Facility (BioCRF), which provides high-throughput screening, genomics, and proteomics capabilities. The university is a primary engine for biotech innovation in the region, managing significant venture funds and maintaining strategic R&D partnerships with global pharmaceutical leaders to accelerate drug discovery and medical device development.