Life Science

Overview

The program cultivates students who can independently conduct advanced research projects, who possess both a broad knowledge of modern life science and an in-depth knowledge of specialized areas, and who can also contribute original knowledge to the field of life sciences by publishing their findings in peer-reviewed international journals.

Research Foci

• Cellular Regulation and Signaling

• Cancer Biology

• Developmental Biology

• Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience

• Macromolecular Structure and Function

• Biotechnology and Medicinal Biochemistry

Faculty members working in these areas form a coordinated research team. Such coordination takes full advantage of the faculty’s expertise in generating innovative development and productive research. At the same time, it creates a stimulating atmosphere in which students experience the challenge of modern research through direct participation.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the PhD in Life Science from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology , graduates will be able to:

• Examine and apply knowledge of modern life science and in-depth knowledge of specialized areas in Life Science;
• Design, initiate and execute original scientific research independently;
• Apply and develop proper approaches to address scientific problems and make a contribution to the knowledge of the field;
• Evaluate experimental data by applying scientific methods to reach a critical analysis, draw appropriate conclusions, and offer sound arguments to justify a position;
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) the research output to both specialists and peers in their field as well as to a lay audience;
• Work independently and collaborate effectively in teams and partnerships to accomplish laboratory-based or problem-based tasks;
• Exhibit professional awareness and vigilance in upholding ethical conduct in science and technology; and
• Draw on scientific knowledge in developing a principled worldview and apply this to persuading and influencing others through informed discussion of the impact of science, both as a force for progress and as an agent of harm.