A group photo of participants at the KTO Sharing Session hosted by the Centre for Perceptual and Interactive Intelligence (CPII) at Hong Kong Science Park. (Photo: CUHK KTO)On 23 September 2026, the Centre for Perceptual and Interactive Intelligence (CPII) and Knowledge Transfer Office (KTO) of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) co-organized a sharing session for CPII’s internal staff members on university technology transfer practices, global development of generative artificial intelligence (AI), and the use of patented university technologies as equity contributions in start-up ventures.
The session commenced with a presentation by Dr. Eric LEUNG, Associate Director of CUHK KTO, who introduced KTO's role in supporting researchers throughout the commercialisation journey. He highlighted the office's services in intellectual property protection, industry collaboration, licensing, and start-up support, while sharing experiences in facilitating the translation of university innovations into societal and economic benefits.
Participants also gained valuable insights from Mr. Ricardo LEE, Founding Partner Lawyer of Ricardo Lee & Associates Law Office, who shared his perspectives on the global patenting trend of generative AI and its implications for research and commercialisation. The presentation examined the rapid development of AI technologies and discussed emerging opportunities and challenges for innovators in the evolving technology landscape.
The session further featured Mr. Wang Haijin, General Manager of the Sci-Tech Innovation Service Department of China Resources Intellectual Property Co., Ltd., who introduced the regulatory framework and practical considerations for using university-patented technologies as equity contributions in China. His sharing provided participants with an overview of relevant policies and successful practices that support the commercialisation of research assets through technology-based enterprises.
The sharing session concluded with closing remarks by Professor Helen MENG Mei-ling, Centre Director of CPII. She highlighted the importance of governance in deep-tech research and innovation since effective governance are essential for translating research into societal impact.
Dr. Eric LEUNG, Associate Director of CUHK KTO, introducing KTO's role in supporting the commercialisation process. (Photo: CUHK KTO)
Mr. Ricardo LEE, Founding Partner Lawyer of Ricardo Lee & Associates Law Office, sharing insights on the global trend of patenting generative AI and its research and commercialisation. (Photo: CUHK KTO)
Mr. Wang Haijin, General Manager of the Sci-Tech Innovation Service Department, China Resources Intellectual Property Co., Ltd., introducing regulations and practices related to university patented technology as equity contribution. (Photo: CUHK KTO)
Professor Helen MENG, Centre Director of CPII, delivering the closing remarks and sharing her views on the importance of governance in deep-tech research and innovation. (Photo: CUHK KTO)
Group Photo Taking with Speakers (Source: CUHK KTO)
Left 1: Mr Ricardo LEE, Founding Partner Lawyer of Ricardo Lee & Associates Law Office
Left 2: Dr Eric LEUNG, Associate Director of Knowledge Transfer Office, CUHK
Right 2: Mr WANG Haijin, General Manager of the Sci-Tech Innovation Service Department of China Resources Intellectual Property Co., Ltd.
Right 1: Mr. Katson YEUNG, Project Manager of Knowledge Transfer Office, CUHK
Group Photo Taking with Speakers (Source: CUHK KTO)
Left: Dr Eric LEUNG, Associate Director of Knowledge Transfer Office, CUHK
Middle: Professor Helen MENG, Centre Director of CPII
Right: Mr WANG Haijin, General Manager of the Sci-Tech Innovation Service Department of China Resources Intellectual Property Co., Ltd.
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