Congratulations to  Aviva Chow’s research team - 51st International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva 2026

Congratulations to Professor Aviva Chow’s research team for receiving the prestigious Special Grand Prize – Prize of the Chinese Delegation and Gold Medal with Congratulations of the Jury at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva 2026. The awarded project, a nose-to-brain nanopowder nasal spray, was designed for early intervention in ischemic stroke. This innovative first-aid approach harnesses nanotechnology to deliver neurotherapeutics via the nasal pathway, with the aim of offering immediate protection for stroke patients. This invention holds game-changing potential to enhance quality of life and reduce the healthcare burden worldwide.

The exhibition showcased over 1,000 inventions from 35 countries and regions, providing a platform for sharing technological advancements and encouraging international collaboration.

Webpage: https://www.hku.hk/press/press-releases/detail/28989.html

Congratulations to Professor Esther Chan

We would like to extend our congratulations to Professor Esther Chan for promoting from Assistant Dean (Health Sciences Education) to Associate Dean of Student Affairs.

Faculty Awards for Outstanding Research and Teaching Achievements

We are delighted to announce that Professor Esther Chan and Professor Eric Wan have been honored with the Faculty Outstanding Research Output Award which recognizes their exceptional research achievements and impactful publications. Additionally, Ms. Jody Chu has been named one of this year’s four recipients of the Faculty Teaching Medal. This accolade highlights her outstanding contributions to teaching and her dedication to enhancing educational practices.

Welcome to Dr. Mohamad Dayoob

We would like to extend a very warm welcome to Dr. Mohamad Dayoob, who has joined our department as a Lecturer starting 15 December 2025.

Congratulations to Ms. Eliza Tam and Dr. Ann Leung

On behalf of the Head of Department, we would like to extend our congratulations to Ms. Eliza Tam and Dr. Ann Leung for promoting from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer in the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy with effect from 1 November 2025.

Best wishes to Eliza and Ann for continued success in their new roles.

Delivering Education session in the MASTER Course (Multidisciplinary Allergy Services: Treatment, Education & Research)

Our pharmacists from HKUMed Community Pharmacy helped in the MASTER Course (Multidisciplinary Allergy Services: Treatment, Education & Research) led by Dr Philip Li, Specialist in Immunology & Allergy, on Mar 7th, 2026.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7442510644043550720 

Mr. Tommy Lee delivered a talk on osteoporosis at A-Lively Community Pharmacy (良躍社區藥房)

Mr. Tommy Lee delivered a talk on osteoporosis at A-Lively Community Pharmacy (良躍社區藥房)

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hku-pharmacologypharmacy_osteoporosisawareness-bonehealth-communitypharmacy-activity-7457730886235742208-cxOg?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADKn_4wBgyJv0rhC8TxI61bEz9gH5lSIB2Y

Prof. Aviva's innovation- the world’s first NanoPowder nasal spray for prehospital emergency treatment of ischemic stroke

Prof. Aviva's innovation- the world’s first NanoPowder nasal spray for prehospital emergency treatment of ischemic stroke

This innovation has earned the Special Grand Prize – Prize of the Chinese Delegation and the Gold Medal with Congratulations of the Jury at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva, and was also selected as a winning project in HKUMedXelerate 2025.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hku-pharmacologypharmacy_hkumed-hkupharmacy-strokeresearch-activity-7457698099487199232-g8HG?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADKn_4wBgyJv0rhC8TxI61bEz9gH5lSIB2Y

https://www.med.hku.hk/en/news/press/20260505-hkumed-develops-world-first-nasal-spray-as-prehospital-emergency-aid-for-ischemic-stroke

https://news.now.com/home/local/player?newsId=645929

https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/ch/component/k2/1853587-20260505.htm

Mr. Marco Lee's community talk on chronic hepatitis B 

Mr Tsun (Marco) LEE, Senior Pharmacist in our Department, recently gave a community talk at the Eastern District Health Centre on chronic hepatitis B (CHB) and the introduction of community pharmacy services in primary healthcare 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7441785887283306497

Mr. Marco Lee delivered the Health Education Workshop on Osteoporosis

Mr. Marco Lee delivered the Health Education Workshop on Osteoporosis

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hku-pharmacologypharmacy_primaryhealthcare-communitypharmacy-osteoporosis-activity-7452657482486812672-SAOF?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAADKn_4wBgyJv0rhC8TxI61bEz9gH5lSIB2Y

A memorable moment from the farewell day of our BPharm Year 4 Class of 2026 (P26) — Wishing them all the best ahead

The Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy proudly celebrated the BPharm Class of 2026 on their Farewell Day, marking the culmination of an exacting four-year journey and a significant transition from students to poised healthcare professionals. In the welcome remarks, the Head of Department, Professor Khuloud Al-Jamal, commended the cohort’s resilience, intellectual growth, and professional maturity, while emphasizing three enduring principles for their future practice: to serve as expert communicators who can translate complex scientific knowledge into compassionate patient care, to remain lifelong learners in a rapidly advancing discipline, and to uphold the strength of the HKU community as they embark on their careers. 

The Department extends sincere appreciation to the Pharmacy Society Committee for organizing this meaningful event, and to our teaching staff for their dedication and guidance throughout the students’ time at HKU.