Research Mingle:守护母婴健康新视界

Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) hosted its Research Mingle event on 7 April 2025 (Monday), themed “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” in response to World Health Day 2025, an annual observance led by the World Health Organization (WHO). The event highlighted the pivotal role of maternal and newborn health research through keynote presentations by two distinguished scholars: Professor Guo Xiaoqing from the Department of Computer Science and Dr Zhu Lin from the Department of Chemistry. Their sharing underscored groundbreaking advancements in the field while showcasing the innovative contributions of HKBU’s emerging researchers.

Professor Guo captivated the audience with her compelling presentation on the integration of artificial intelligence in sonography. She underscored AI's transformative potential to address the global shortage of skilled sonographers, enhancing ultrasound accessibility across diverse clinical and remote settings. Professor Guo demonstrated how AI offers real-time 3D spatial assistance during examinations and summarises findings post-examination, thereby improving diagnostic efficiency, accuracy, and healthcare workflow.

Following Professor Guo, Dr Zhu presented impressive advancements in mass spectrometry-based omics strategies. He shared research on gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), offering promising applications that deepen our understanding of complex medical conditions. Moreover, Dr Zhu introduced a pioneering method for tracing chemical accumulation in the human body, particularly within cardiac tissues. This innovative approach holds significant potential for exploring various tissues and pollutants, highlighting the vital role of cutting-edge analytical techniques in transforming prenatal care and ensuring healthier futures for mothers and their newborns.

The Research Mingle fostered an interactive environment where participants engaged in discussions and explored collaborations to tackle challenges in maternal and newborn health. Participants considered interdisciplinary research efforts, including partnerships with Chinese Medicine, to influence policies for improved health outcomes. Such endeavours are crucial for fostering healthier communities and promoting equitable healthcare access. Feedback highlighted the value of these exchanges and interdisciplinary connections. Special thanks to Mr Wu Wenlong from the Department of Chemistry for skilfully guiding the event, and to all participants for their invaluable contributions, setting the stage for future healthcare advancements.

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