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• Reaping the harvest field of innovation in the invention of Geneva Expo

  Date: 2012.04.04 | Category: Singapore Polytechnic | Response: 0

  
  (PRWEB) May 20, 2011

  Hong Kong Polytechnic University (field) set a record harvest of 10 prizes at the exhibition of the 39th International Inventions in Geneva, with many innovations that range from short-sightedness, contact lenses slow the DNA Bio-Sensor and solar energy device.

  this year’s field researchers have won a Grand Prix, two special awards, three gold medals and four silver medals in this international event. They received the coveted prizes today (May 16) from Ms. Rita Hammerli-Weschke Consul General of Switzerland in Hong Kong, who accompanied Nicholas V. Yang, executive vice president of the university.

  winners represented the field and their inventors are listed and briefly described as follows:

  (1) Grand Prix and a gold medal thanks to the jury:
  
  A new optical method for slowing the progression of myopia
  
  Inventors: Professor Chi-ho, and Professor Charles LAM, School of Optometry

  
  Myopia, or nearsightedness

  is a major cause of morbidity eye for school age children, and especially for ethnic Chinese, but there is still no clinically acceptable method of controlling the spread and progression of myopia. In connection with this problem, the field of optometry researchers were looking for an alternative way to control the progression of myopia.

  invention of “DISC” lens group of researchers led by Professor Chi-ho, and Professor Charles Lamb, of course, is good news for short-sighted people. The new lens works for natural homeostatic mechanism of the eye, also known as “emmetropization”, in which the size of the eye is regulated by optical inputs from the environment. Lens multizone bifocal soft contact lenses, which also provides a clear vision and constant myopic blur at all viewing distances. The results of recent clinical trials monitoring, the first of its kind in the world, showed DISC lens effectively slow the progression of myopia by about 50% for local school children aged 8 to 13 years.

  
  With

  DISC lens uses natural homeostasis eyes, owners can avoid the side effects of drugs or surgery. In addition, the functional element, optical blur, may be included in a widely accepted form of contact lenses for clear and comfortable vision in myopia is under control. This opens up new possibilities to treat other refractive errors such as hyperopia using appropriate fuzzy. This invention is very relevant to many countries in Asia, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and mainland China, with a high prevalence of myopia, as in other parts of the world.

  (2), a special prize and gold medal thanks to the jury: Equipped with innovative retinal imaging systems to automate non-intrusive means of diabetic
  
  Inventor: Professor Jane YOU Department of Computing

  With increasing population of patients with diabetes worldwide, it is important to identify the various diabetic complications timely, effective and convenient for large-scale survey at a low price. However, regular blood glucose testing is intrusive and it does not provide progress status of chronic diabetic complications such as diabetic retinopathy (DR) for unobtrusive diabetic care.

  a new tool for detecting diabetes is mainly equipped with an efficient optical design software for retinal image analysis and a powerful camera to take pictures of the retinal image. By developing new approaches to hierarchical retinal image analysis and data without loss of investment due to the high performance bottom of the chamber, the field of computer scientists invented the detection (CAD) system to achieve unobtrusive DR screening and monitoring the protection of privacy. A comprehensive evaluation of our prototype demonstrates its potential for effective treatment of diabetes and the widespread use of different potentials. New algorithms for lossless data embedding will have a significant contribution to the field of information technology, from multimedia to information security.

  (3), Gold Medal: Portable real-time DNA biosensor
  
  Inventors: Professor Samuel L. Chun-lap, Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Dr. Derek Siu-wing, or the Department of Electrical Engineering

  line DNA is a complex process and it involves the use of bulky equipment. For the purposes of biological weapons, and health surveillance, there is an urgent need, in accordance with the DNA and identification of pathogens in the field, and sometimes in extreme conditions, quickly and accurately. The most accurate determination of microbial based on polymerase chain reaction (PCR) / DNA-based methods of identification. Although the majority of the PCR / DNA identification equipment argued that in small sizes, most of them refer only to the cell PCR. Bulky fluorescent illumination and detection devices are mainly excluded from the calculation. In addition, these classic hardware is required AC power, and wet lab support, but do not provide real-time readings. Thus, these classic hardware is not tolerated in nature and are not suitable for use in the field.

  In contrast, the present invention is the field manual, battery-operated and autonomous measurement device is based on new DNA-based bio-chemical-physical method of conversion in real time, fast, on-site detection in the presence of microorganisms of interest. Measuring instruments can be used in field conditions without the support of the AC power supply and laboratory equipment, making it more convenient and versatile for use in the field.

  (4) Silver Medal: eco-design and green model for the production of electrical and electronic products for the EuP Directive
  
  Inventor: Dr. Winco YUNG Kam-chun,
  
  Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE)

  Support Innovation and Technology Fund of the Government, and eight industrial sponsors, the school ISE and the field of design began to EcoDesign and manufacturing models for electronic products and electrical appliances. This is an important initiative to help industry meet energy-using products (EuP) Directive of the European Commission, which calls for reducing energy consumption and other negative environmental impacts that occur during the life cycle of the product.

  This innovative model to focus on the selection of materials with high recycling, elimination or prevention of hazardous materials, choosing green manufacturing processes, increasing energy and water efficiency and waste minimization. By optimizing the processes and resources, manufacturers improve their economic efficiency by minimizing the cost of materials and energy, as well as waste disposal and pollution in production. The model is designed to read and used by various specialists (eg, leaders of the General engineers and designers) involved in the process of product development. This gives them the opportunity to visualize their role and place for the entire product life cycle and how they can influence it. Thanks to this well-planned process of EcoDesign, electronic products and electrical equipment manufacturers, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could comply with environmental standards and to achieve the best potential for long-term economic success of a win-win strategy.

  This project combines interdisciplinary research field. Under the leadership of Dr. Winco Yung, a key part of Professor Lorraine Justice and Prof. Yantai Lam School of Design, Professor Tai Yue-man and Albert CK Choi Ir with ISE.

  (5) Silver Medal: A Novel of activated sludge Eco-technology production of bricks
  
  Inventor: Professor Chua Hong Kong, Department of Civil and Structural Engineering

  
  By

  brick of mud, this new technology represents a new way of producing environmentally friendly building materials and the removal of secondary pollution. With the advanced treatment process (including sludges and analysis of the quality degradation of the poison, etc.), each activated sludge from sewage plant can be used as raw material for environmentally friendly bricks.

  traditional treatment of excess sludge requires large capital and operating costs, but also produces secondary pollution at landfills or incineration. This advanced technology of brick production not only reduces waste, but also provides a cost-and energy-efficient method for the production of building materials. The manufacturing process can reduce the amount of clay used in the manufacture of ordinary brick, and coal consumption in the production of bricks due to the high combustion residue. Heavy metals in a closed brick also helps to kill harmful bacteria.

  (6), Silver Medal: A rapid test for formaldehyde in textiles and clothing
  
  Inventor: Professor HU Jinlian Institute of Textiles and Clothing

  Formaldehyde is commonly found air pollutants. It is also used in the textile industry in the form of formaldehyde-based resins, dressers, to the folds of fabric are stable. With the improvement of living standards, the formaldehyde released from textiles attracted interest in recent years. Standard test methods provide accurate and reliable measurement of the formaldehyde content of textile products. However, these methods should be of special reagents, equipment and training for users who do not normally available to the public. With this in mind, field studies, conceived the handheld tester formaldehyde.

  
  This is handled

  tester developed by Professor Hu Jinlian is portable, reliable and convenient. It provides a convenient and rapid measurement of formaldehyde in textile products, consumables, and no special training. Test results have a high correlation with the standard test result, and each test cycle can be completed in 10 minutes. It can be used for environmental monitoring of emission of formaldehyde in textiles and other products such as household items, new furniture, paintings, jewelery and interior walls of the car.

  (7), a special prize and Silver Medal:
  
  The solar air conditioning system for vehicles
  
  Inventor: Professor Eric Cheng, Department of Electrical Engineering

  Working in collaboration with industry partners, the researchers Hong Kong Polytechnic University (field) has successfully developed a solar-powered air conditioning system for vehicles and completed a series of tests on the road. The innovative system is designed, Professor Eric Chen, along with Green Power Industrial Ltd. with support from Swire Coca-Cola in Hong Kong, the system was installed at the top of the truck to carry drinks and proven to work on the road.

  system is powered by solar photovoltaic cells for storage in the battery to maintain power for all on-board electronic and electric air conditioners. The maximum power point of the technique developed for tracking maximum power from solar panels and solar charging a special method is used. Electric air conditioning is controlled by energy-saving variable speed drive to provide excellent performance. Dual mode power supply control is used for power control in a safe environment. The system is easily applied to the means to provide air conditioning with the engine off at idle.

  under the patronage of the Swiss Federal Government, State, City of Geneva and the World Intellectual Property Organization, the 39th International Exhibition of Inventions in Geneva, was held from 6 to April 10, 2011. For more information on the International exhibition, please visit the official web site at: http://www.inventions-geneva.ch

  Contact Person: Mr. Andrew Young
  
  Director of Partnership Development

  Tel: (852) 3400 2800
  
  Email: pdayoung (c) field (dot) Education (dot) HK

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• Global Summit Spa 2011 Winners Announced student challenge

  Date: 2012.04.02 | Category: Singapore Polytechnic | Response: 0

  
  New York, NY (PRWEB) July 6, 2011

  Global Summit Spa (GSS), the main event for the spa and wellness industry, has officially announced the winners of the third annual student contest problem today. This year’s challenge was to create a concept spa business, which is not only innovative and aesthetically pleasing, but it may well yield and structured.

  with the summit trip to Asia for the first time, the four leading universities from around the region have been selected to compete. Student teams from business applications, or hotel management developed the conceptual and financial details of their spa projects and cooperation with the designated professional architect to help implement their projects. Then, on May 17-18 at a summit in Bali, Indonesia, a group of students who won their individual events University presented their concept before the jury and an outstanding Summit delegation that will compete for cash prizes and international recognition of the industry.

  VIP jury was Sharilyn Abbajay (Vice President, Global Spa and Retail, Marriott International, USA), Philip Boyen (COO, Orient Express, UK), Christopher Norton (President, Global Task Force Spa, Four Seasons Hotels & ;; Resorts, France), Niamey OConnell (VP, spa operations, Hyatt Hotels, USA) and Krip Rojanastien (Owner, ChivaSom, Thailand). In 2011, the coordinators of student problems were GSS Board members Sue Harmsworth (CEO and Founder of ESPA International) and Mary Tabacchi (Ph.D., a professor at Cornell University hotel management).

  each competing project this year was carried out at a very high level, combining this work with detailed business plans and financial analysis, said Mary Tabacchi. The judges debated long and hard, praising each project, and the competition has never been so close.

  2011 winners of the student task:

  student presentations / project images are available at: http://www.globalspasummit.org/index.php/summit-2011

  1st place: Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hospitality and Tourism Management. ($ 1000USD prize)
  
  student team: Tommy Gu, Kitsun Lau, Joyce Carol Ng and Zhang
  
  Faculty Advisors: Dr. Ada Lo and Dr. Xiao Qu
  
  Partner Architect: J Lee Rofkind Hong Kong-based consultants BUZ Design

  Spa Concept: Yi Spa
  
  Yi Spa is a brand new spa franchise business model (a hot topic at the summit in 2011) for the purpose of waiting, the time crunch of urban spa-goers. It consists of two parts: the fixed tongue day spa and spa-Yi on the Go, a mobile van resort, which goes to the central business districts during the week and on the beaches, parks, etc. on weekends / holidays. Modular, adaptable and mobile Yee Spas features and guarantee profitability. For example, a day spa mobile booths, where light, sound, bamboo-covered walls, is easily decomposed in the spa suites or refused to provide more treatment rooms – and the spa is easily dismantled and reconstructed, when the change is not required.

  2nd place: The Chinese University of Hong Kong ($ 500USD prize) Partner Architect: Angelene Chan, director of Singapore’s DP Architects

  
  The concept of

  Spa: SPArmony
  
  SPArmony marries the ancient traditional Chinese medicine with a strategic location, modern 4-star spa-hotel concept. Important components of the concept: a design that brings the outside (using natural materials like bamboo), and various strategies (such as revenue management) to reduce the spa operations, design, human resources and marketing costs.

  third place (Tie): Gadjah Mada University (Indonesia) ($ 250USD prize) Partner Architect Jeffrey Wilkes, Wilkes Design, Malaysia

  Spa Concept: Spice of life Spa
  
  Every aspect of our lives makes the concept of SPA reflects the Indonesias of indigenous culture and heritage of the islands of spices: in the restaurant’s menu of treatment / products throughout the Indonesian archipelago of tropical Bali with an integrated architecture of the local employment policy.

  third place (Tie): Cornell Nanyang Institute of Hospitality Management (Singapore) ($ 250USD prize) partner designer Chris Singer, WATG, Singapore

  
  The concept of

  Spa: I Aven
  
  Part chic dining room tea, part of the modern, social and spa? Aven concept offers customers include, hang out and relax together. The main focus for new ways to attract customers to go through social, whether Thats achieved through social media, its versatile design and innovative use of technology.

  
  Student

  challenge has quickly established itself as an important and popular component of each summit, said Tabacchi. At the highest level executive delegates really looking forward to fresh ideas from students, and the dialogue between today’s and tomorrow’s industry leaders are absolutely priceless.

  For more information contact: Beth McGoarty, +1 213 300 0107 or Beth (in) rbicom (dot) com

  About the World Summit Spa: Global Summit Spa (GSS) is an annual event that attracts executives and leaders from around the world who are interested in spa and wellness industry. Delegates from various sectors, including hospitality, tourism, finance, medicine, real estate, manufacturing, technology, consulting, products and other allied industries attend this intimate, invitation-only gathering focused on advancing the spa and wellness sector. The summit was responsible for some of the most important recent studies Spa industry, including the landmark report of the Global Economy Spa Resorts and the world market Wellness: Interactions and opportunities (as carried out by SRI International). GSS has been marked as a “Spa Event of the Year” for 2009 and 2010, the program logs AsiaSpa awards.

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