PolyU and Fudan University Establish Joint AI Healthcare Lab
At a glance
- PolyU and Fudan University signed a collaboration agreement on 21 September 2026.
- The joint laboratory focuses on AI applications in healthcare.
- Suanova Technology Limited provided a donation for computing power support.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Fudan University have formalized a partnership to advance artificial intelligence in healthcare through a new joint laboratory. The agreement marks a collaborative effort between institutions in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
The Suanova Hong Kong-Shanghai Joint Laboratory for AI in Healthcare was established following the signing of a collaboration agreement on 21 September 2026. The ceremony was held at Shanghai Bay Valley Science and Technology Park, bringing together representatives from both universities.
Suanova Technology Limited, a subsidiary of Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited, contributed a donation to the new laboratory. This support will be used to provide computing resources necessary for the laboratory’s research activities.
The joint laboratory is set to focus on several research areas, including generative artificial intelligence, infectious disease research, medical informatics, and bioinformatics. These areas have been identified as priorities for the collaborative initiative.
What the numbers show
- The collaboration agreement was signed on 21 September 2026.
- The laboratory is located at Shanghai Bay Valley Science and Technology Park.
- Suanova Technology Limited provided the donation for computing support.
According to statements from PolyU and Fudan University, the partnership aims to facilitate interdisciplinary research and academic exchange. Both institutions intend to work together on knowledge transfer and talent development as part of the laboratory’s mission.
The universities have also outlined plans to translate research outcomes into practical healthcare applications. This approach is designed to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world medical needs.
The collaboration will include joint efforts in developing new technologies and methodologies within the field of artificial intelligence for healthcare. Academic exchange programs and talent development initiatives are also part of the planned activities.
With the establishment of the joint laboratory, PolyU and Fudan University have created a platform for ongoing cooperation in scientific and technological innovation related to healthcare.
* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.