The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) at HKBU is committed to fostering cutting-edge, transdisciplinary education and research that address complex global and local challenges. Embarking upon the four strategic clusters of strengths of the University, FASS’s Faculty Niche Research Area has five sub-themes that represent our academic priorities and societal aspirations. These areas draw on the Faculty’s rich traditions while responding to emerging global trends and the evolving needs of society.
The sub-themes in our FNRA encompass a wide range of interdisciplinary topics, each rooted in FASS's mission to advance impactful research and meaningful contributions to human knowledge. These areas reflect our commitment to cultural, social, environmental, and technological advancements and their applications in improving societal well-being.
This theme examines the interplay between cultural practices and digital technologies, exploring how they shape modern societies and foster value creation. By utilizing methodologies from digital humanities, researchers aim to advance knowledge of cultural representation, preservation, and innovation.
Key focus areas include the use of digital tools in analyzing cultural heritage, virtual and augmented reality for educational applications, and the role of social media in shaping cultural narratives. This theme also considers ethical and political dimensions of cultural production, emphasizing inclusivity and equity in cultural engagement. By bridging traditional cultural studies with cutting-edge technology, this area seeks to provide innovative solutions to preserve and revitalize cultural identities in a rapidly globalizing world.
This research theme investigates the dynamic interactions between East and West, focusing on how cultural exchanges contribute to sustainable development. It explores topics such as cross-cultural dialogue, economic and environmental cooperation, and the role of cultural diplomacy in fostering mutual understanding.
By examining historical and contemporary exchanges, researchers highlight how cultural interplay informs policies and practices for sustainable outcomes. This theme underscores the importance of local-global interconnectedness, advocating for collaborative strategies that respect cultural diversity while addressing shared challenges such as climate change and equitable development.
Integrating the interdisciplinary approaches of health humanities with the societal impacts of sports and well-being, this theme delves into narratives, ethics, and cultural practices that influence physical, mental, and social health. It explores topics ranging from the role of sports in community-building to the influence of the arts on therapeutic processes and public health initiatives.
The research emphasizes how creative expressions - such as literature, music, and performance—contribute to resilience, recovery, and social cohesion. This theme also investigates sports’ capacity to promote inclusivity, equality, and a sense of belonging. By addressing diverse dimensions of well-being, it aims to enhance community health and inspire policies promoting holistic wellness.
This theme focuses on the intersections of environmental challenges, urban development, and social equity. It examines how marginalized populations are affected by urban systems and environmental changes, highlighting the need for inclusive approaches to smart city development.
Key research topics include energy efficiency, sustainable resource management, and the impact of climate change on vulnerable communities. This theme also explores human-environment interactions, emphasizing the creation of resilient and sustainable urban environments that balance technological advancement with social inclusivity. By integrating perspectives from environmental science, sociology, and urban planning, this area provides actionable insights to address global and regional challenges.
This theme investigates the societal implications of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technological innovations, focusing on governance, ethical considerations, and their impact on learning and cognition. Researchers explore topics such as AI-driven decision-making, the role of big data in shaping public policy, and the ethical challenges of integrating AI into everyday life.
This area also examines how AI reshapes education, knowledge dissemination, and public understanding, emphasizing the importance of responsible and equitable technological advancements. By addressing the complexities of AI's integration into society, this theme seeks to develop frameworks that ensure its benefits are widely shared while minimizing potential harms.
To conclude, the Faculty Niche Research Area exemplifies FASS's commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research and fostering innovative solutions to pressing global challenges. By leveraging the strengths of our diverse academic community and engaging with stakeholders, FASS aims to lead impactful research initiatives that benefit humanity and promote a sustainable future.
2024-2028Dr. Wendy HUANGHKD5,155,380 (RGC Research Fellow Scheme) |
2025-2027Dr. Catherine LADDSChildren in Transit: Steamship mobilities across colonial seas, c. 1869-1950 HKD727,178 (General Research Fund) |
2025-2027Dr. Chi-man KWONGCold War in the New Territories: Garrison and Internal Security, 1949-1984 HKD677,330 (General Research Fund) |
2025-2027Prof. Clara Wing-chung HOCounting Up and Counting Down: Approaches to Aging Among Qing Writers HKD744,911 (General Research Fund) |
2025-2027Prof. CHUNG, Po Yin StephanieHKD693,319 (General Research Fund) |
2025-2027Dr. Patricia SAUTHOFFMineral and Metal Anti-Aging Recipes in Rasaśāstra HKD733,000 (Early Career Scheme) |
2025-2027Dr. Peter SORENSENNahua Singers: Celebrating an Indigenous Empire in Sixteenth-Century Mexico City HKD687,000 (Early Career Scheme) |
2024-2027Prof. GAO MengHKD500,000 (General Program) |
2024-2026Dr. TAM, Ka ChaiHKD540,000 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Prof. WANG DonggenDemand responsive bus, home and work locations, and daily travel behavior HKD1,268,400 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Prof. YANG ChunHKD1,216,200 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Dr. Kenneth K. L. CHANCovid-19 as a Quiet Assassin of Democracy? Beyond Backsliding and Autocratization HKD931,200 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Dr. Gregory FAYARDHKD970,000 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Dr. Jin JIANGEmerging 'Triple Lost' Young Graduates in Mainland China: A Mixed-Method Approach HKD902,900 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Dr. LYU XiaopuHKD951,448 (General Research Fund) |
2024-2026Prof. GAO MengHKD2,000,000 (Excellent Young Scientists Fund (Hong Kong and Macau)) |
2023-2026Dr. LI Kin SumE-Learning Platform of Chinese Art History and 3D Paintings HKD 4,616,400 (Quality Education Fund E-Learning Ancillary Facilities Programme) |
2023-2026Prof. GAO MengHKD3,768,582 (Young Collaborative Research Grant) |
2023-2026Dr. C. K. Martin CHUNGHKD697,824 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2026Prof. Roger PATULNYHow parents manage climate anxiety: coping and hoping for the whole family AUD405,000 (Australian Research Council (ARC) Discovery Grant) |
2023-2026Prof. GAO MengHKD787,708 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2026Dr. Wendy HUANGBattling Sedentarism in Children with Special Educational Needs through Inclusive Physical Activity HKD4,000,000 (Research Impact Fund) |
2024-2025Dr. LYU XiaopuWhat are the Implications of COVID-19 Restrictions for Ozone Pollution Control in Hong Kong? HKD648,255 (Public Policy Research Fund) |
2024-2025Prof. Gina LAIHKD797,024 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. LYU XiaopuHKD330,000 (Young Scientists Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. LYU XiaopuHKD1,200,000 (External Research Grant) |
2023-2025Prof. GAO MengOptimal planning of greenhouse gas monitoring sites in Hong Kong HKD464,000 (Environment and Conservation Fund) |
2023-2025Prof. Daniel Fu Keung WONGEmotional Resilience for Family and Teens HKD700,000 (External Research Grant) |
2023-2025Prof. Sandy LIHKD733,380 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. TSANG Yiu KeiParafoveal processing in Chinese sentence reading by old readers: An eye-tracking study HKD724,700 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. Kelly Y L KUHKD764,390 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. MAH Ngar-yin, DaphneHKD997,946 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Prof. Anita KOOHKD961,500 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. LYU XiaopuHKD330,000 (Young Scientists Fund) |
2023-2025Dr. HAO PuHKD1,172,071 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. MAK George Kam WahHong Kong as the World Centre for Chinese Protestant Bible Publishing and Distribution, 1951-1965 $536,500 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. Adam Craig SCHWARTZ$343,200 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. KWOK Andrew Wai Luen$557,000 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. ZHUANG XiaoyuRMB100,000 (Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation) |
2022-2025Dr. LI Kin SumCasting Two-tone Bells in Ancient China: Designs and Manufacturing Techniques HKD808,000 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Prof. CHUNG, Po Yin StephanieHKD745,000 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. Chi-man KWONGHKD852,000 (Tung Wah Group of Hospitals) |
2022-2025Prof. Daniel Fu Keung WONGJockey Club SMART Family-Link Project HKD16,070,000 (External Research Grant) |
2022-2025Prof. YANG ChunConsultancy research project on Hong Kong Chronicles- Urban Transport (香港地方志- 城市交通) HKD4,658,161 (Our Hong Kong Foundation) |
2022-2025Dr. GUO MeiyuAssessment of Methane Emissions from Shale Gas Production in China HKD684,767 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2025Dr. MAH Ngar-yin, DaphneEnergy insecurity in Hong Kong's vulnerable populations HKD817,928 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2025Prof. CHUNG, Po Yin StephanieLantau Stories under Water - The Legend of Shek Pik HKD2,500,000 (Lantau Conservation Fund) |
2024Prof. YANG ChunHKD164,835 (External Research Grant) |
2023-2024Dr. Rebecca ROBINSONIdeologies of Surveillance in Ancient China and Rome HKD277,200 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2024Dr. IP Ka WaiSocial Justice for the Information Age: Towards a Political Theory of Datafication HKD352,000 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2024Dr. DUAN YanpingHKD979,385 (General Research Fund) |
2023-2024Dr. KIM SeungmoHKD117,450 (Korean Studies Grant) |
2022-2024Prof. PAN Janice JunRe-testing the universals: “Mining” interpreting data through re-engineered mega-size corpora $749,460 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. ZONG Emily YuTowards Anti-Racist Nature: Asian Australian Environmental Literature and Art $390,132 (Early Career Scheme) |
2022-2024Dr. Robert J. NEATHER$374,000 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. CHEN I-ling$293,506 (Early Career Scheme) |
2022-2024Dr. Andrej FECH$217,500 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. HOSHINO NoriakiHKD439,609 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. Elvan COBBSpatial Histories of the Early Ottoman Railroads HKD598,656 (Early Career Scheme) |
2022-2024Prof. Daniel LAIHKD1,200,000 (Wofoo Foundation) |
2022-2024Prof. Daniel Fu Keung WONGHKD1,800,000 (Beat Drug Fund) |
2022-2024Dr SHUM Hei-yan, MichelleNeoliberal Beliefs, Managerialism and Welfare Ethics HKD592,725 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. CHAN Chitat LarryHKD634,059 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. CHAN Chitat LarryHKD632,163 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Prof. Sandy LIHKD899,500 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. Adam CHEUNG“Loving my political opponents”: Political disagreements and marital quality in Hong Kong HKD987,755 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. Kaxton SIUHKD994,823 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2024Dr. DUAN YanpingHKD1,098,012 (Food and Health Bureau) |
2022-2024Dr. LYU XiaopuHKD911,317 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2024Prof. GE Liang$317,409 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2024Prof. LIU Min-hua$511,213 (General Research Fund) |
2022-2023Dr. CHOW-QUESADA Emily Shun-man$428,500 (Early Career Scheme) |
2021-2023Dr. Benedict ROWLETTA Linguistic Landscape Study of the Gay Games in Hong Kong $273,178 (Early Career Scheme) |
2021-2023Dr. TONG Christophe Yui$173,669 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2023Dr. CHOY Howard Yuen Fung$199,249 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2023Prof. LO Kwai Cheung$343,449 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2023Prof. LO Ming Tung$372,909 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2023Prof. CHAN Timothy Wai KeungThe Humble among the High: Wang Bo’s Self-image in His Hagiographic Inscriptions $198,609 (General Research Fund) |
2021-2023Dr. Andrew Timothy BRENNERThe Mystery of Personal Identity $150,000 (Early Career Scheme) |
2021-2023Dr. TONG Christophe Yui$90,000 (PROCORE - France/Hong Kong Joint Research Scheme of the Research Grants Council (RGC) and the Consulate General of France (CGF) in Hong Kong) |
2020-2023Prof. ZHANG HongshengA Study of Ci Tune Patterns and the Establishment of Ci Poetics in the Qing Dynasty $448,560 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2023Dr. Adam Craig SCHWARTZWarring States Uses of the Yijing (I Ching) and Related Texts $432,000 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2023Prof. CHEN Zhi, Dr. Adam Craig SCHWARTZThe English Translation of Professor Jao Tsung-i’s Scholarship $2,500,000 (The Jao Studies Foundation) |
2020-2022Prof. ZHANG Hongsheng$ 659,520 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. CHEN I-lingCriticism of Kang Youwei’s Thought on Confucianism in Late Joseon Dynasty $378,992 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. KI Magdalen Wing ChiJane Austen and the Political Economy of Beauty $400,920 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Prof. Mark SHUTTLEWORTH$400,890 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. TSE Dorothy Hiu Hung$358,220 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. CHAN Oliver Hon Man$402,984 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. Andrej FECHThe Wenzi in the Context of Early Chinese Philosophy and Politics $250,000 (General Research Fund) |
2020-2022Dr. François MOUILLOTUnderstanding the Hong Kong Live Music Sector: The Value of Live Music Infrastructures $265,996 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2022Prof. LIU Min-hua$600,320 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2022Prof. LO Ming TungForgotten Hong Kong Newspaper: Study and Publication Plan on The Freeman (1951-1959) and The Free News (1960-1989) $356,100 (The Lord Wilson Heritage Trust) |
2021-no end dateProf. Clara Wing-chung HOMore than HKD8,000,000 (Various sources: Research Matching Grant Scheme, Endowment Fund and Donations) |
2019-2021Dr. Ter Ern Andrew LOKEA Reassessment of the Cosmological and Teleological Arguments for the Existence of God $137,020 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2021Prof. ZHANG HongshengA Research on the Qing Ci Manuscripts $508,000 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2021Prof. LO Ming TungConfucian Education and the Formation of Choson Yeongnam Family Precepts $360,992 (General Research Fund) |
2019-2020Dr. TONG Christophe YuiThe Departed, the Landscape, The Artistry -- Study on WONG Leung Wo's literary writing (1980-2018) $33,000 (Hong Kong Arts Development Council) |
2019Dr. WONG Janice Wing SzeThe Effects of Linguistic Experience on the Perception of the Tone System in an L3 JPY$460,000 (Science and Technology Exchange Committee (STEC) Sophia Lecturing – Research Grant 2019, Faculty of Science and Technology, Sophia University) |
Not startedProf. WANG DonggenHow does rail transit development induce people's daily travel behavior changes in Shenzhen? HKD723,734 (Humanities and Social Sciences Prestigious Fellowship Scheme) |
Ten academic staff of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences were named Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University in October 2023. The ten scholars are:
Congratulations to all these colleagues on their accomplishments!
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