Research Stories
Leprosy Paradox
A paradox – the fact that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared leprosy officially eliminated as a public health problem has hindered treatment for those suffering from the disease.
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Poetry in Motion
The friendship between two poets – one from Chile and one from China – in the 1950s has lent a cultural perspective and legacy to diplomatic ties between the two countries.
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The Future of Work
The COVID-19 pandemic is not the only factor disrupting working lives. Automation and changes in worker-employee relationships are transforming labour across the world. HKU scholars have been considering the potential pros and cons of these changes.
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Humans in the Wild
Dr Hannah Mumby of the School of Biological Sciences and the Department of Politics and Public Administration has published a new book that captures the everyday experiences and heartbreak of studying elephants on the ground. It has also cemented her research path studying interactions between humans and wild animals.
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Children of the Quake
Japan’s reputation for calm in the face of natural disaster is hard-earned, says Dr Janet Borland, who has written an historical account of the country’s rocky road to disaster preparation that puts children at the centre.
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