Centre For Immunology & Infection

The C2i uses novel technology platforms for biomarker discovery and the development of new vaccine and therapeutic strategies. @HKUMed @InstitutPasteur

[HKU Public Health @HKU_SPH]

We are pleased to share that the 12th HKU-Pasteur Immunology Course, titled "Quantitative Immunology: From Population to Individual Immunity", co-organised by @HKU_Pasteur and @Centre2i is now open for applications.

📅 Nov 15–20, 2026
⏳Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

Course Highlights:
🔍 Investigating the causes and consequences of immune variability
🧬 Exploring genetic, evolutionary, and environmental foundations of immune diversity
💻 Integrating functional genomics and systems immunology
📊 Hands-on workshop on immunological data integration and exploration with R

Apply now: 👉 https://t.co/IPlzToVjT6

#HKU #HKUMed #Immunology #PublicHealth #GlobalHealth #HKUPasteur #QuantitativeBiology #InfectiousDisease

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

🏅  Molecular detection of evolving mosquito-borne viruses 🦟
🥇 Betacoronaviruses broad-spectrum vaccine 💉
🥇 Therapeutic solutions for respiratory virus infections 💊
🥈 Prophylactic approaches against respiratory viruses 🛡️
🥈 Antivirals against flaviviruses 🦠

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

✨ Outstanding results for C2i at the 51st @Inventions_GVA !

We are proud to announce that our delegation brought home three Gold Medals — including one with Congratulations from the Jury — and two
Silver Medals!
#Innovation #IEIG2026 #LifeSciences #ResearchExcellence

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

✨ Come and meet us at Palexpo until 15 March! Let's connect and explore the future of innovation together!

#Innovation #Biotechnology #Healthcare #Inventions

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

🚀 🇨🇭 Exciting First Day at the 51st International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva!

This year, the InnoHK C2i delegation is back in full force, including our innovative spin-offs: C2iTech, C2iVect, and C2iVax!

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

Our innovative projects span:
💉 Betacoronaviruses broad-spectrum vaccine
🛡️ Prophylactic approaches against respiratory viruses
💊 Therapeutic solutions for respiratory virus infections
🦠 Antivirals against flaviviruses
🦟 Molecular detection of mosquito-borne viruses

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

💫In celebration of International Women's Day 2026 we asked some of the women👩‍🔬in our centre who are pushing the boundaries of science and innovation🧬what message they would share with their younger selves or with any young girl thinking about a career in science #IWD2026💜🌍

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

🔬🌍 Advancing Pandemic Preparedness through Science

Prof. Leo Poon @world_epidemic and team have developed a novel live-attenuated coronavirus vaccine that can block virus transmission with a single intranasal dose 👃💉

— a critical step forward for future pandemic control.
⬇️

[HKU Medicine @hkumed]

Researchers from @HKU_SPH have developed a novel live-attenuated vaccine that blocks coronavirus transmission with a single intranasal dose.

For more: https://t.co/XNaCkaYVvr

[The HKU-Pasteur Research Pole @HKU_Pasteur]

The HKU-Pasteur Research Pole Fellowship is funded by the Pasteur Foundation Asia, the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau, and the Légion d'Honneur Club Hong Kong Chapter.

[The HKU-Pasteur Research Pole @HKU_Pasteur]

🌟 Applications are now open for the HKU-Pasteur Fellowship 2026! 🎉🌟

The fellowship offers postgraduate students and postdoc fellows in HK and Macau a chance to pursue their research projects at the prestigious @institutpasteur in Paris! 🇫🇷✨

https://t.co/2H2b0c1TKv

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

#C2i is funded by a grant from InnoHK, an initiative of the Innovation and Technology Commission, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

🚀 Thrilled to share that #InnoHK C2i, its spin-off C2iTech & Jingke Biotech, have signed a MOU for a game-changing partnership in personalized oncology! 🧬 We're advancing patient-derived organoid (PDO) tech to transform cancer care #BiotechInnovation #PrecisionOncology

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

This collaboration aims to tackle cancer challenges like drug resistance, setting new standards in the Greater Bay Area & beyond! 🌍 Read more: https://t.co/U0TUgOKn3C ✨

[The HKU-Pasteur Research Pole @HKU_Pasteur]

🌟Throwback to the opening of our weeklong Croucher Summer Course on Emerging Viral Infections!🌟

Kicking off the course with introductions from Prof Leo Poon @world_epidemic, Prof Roberto Bruzzone, and Prof Noel Tordo, along with an outstanding lecture by Prof Malik Peiris!🎓✨

[HKU Public Health @HKU_SPH]

#HKUSPH One Health Hub recently hosted a seminar titled “A Dialogue Between a Virologist and a Medical Anthropologist on Emerging Viruses”, brought together over 100 participants. We were honoured to feature Professor @MalikP46697504 from #HKUSPH and @HKU_Pasteur; and Professor @GilesVernick from the @institutpasteur. Together, they explored the complex factors driving the recent surge in viral outbreaks, and discussed innovative strategies for pandemics prevention.

Thank you for those who joined this inspiring hour of cross-sector dialogue. The One Health Hub is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary solutions for complex health challenges at the human-animal-environment interface, embodying the One Health approach. Stay tuned for more impactful events!

#hku #HKUMed #HKUSPH #PublicHealth #SchoolofPublicHealth #OneHealthHub #OneHealth #seminar #EmergingViruses #virology #anthropology #港大公共衞生 #港大公共衞生學院 #港大

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

Grateful for the recognition and thrilled to see our efforts making waves!

https://t.co/8lkgo3fUwX港聞/article/20250702/s00002/1751392849127/

https://t.co/8lkgo3fUwX港聞/article/20250702/s00002/1751392849371/

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

✨Excited to share that #C2i and #C2iTech latest collaboration with @Hitachi and the launch of HK's first automatic organoid culture system spearheaded by Prof Michael Chan & Prof Leo Poon @world_epidemic have been featured by @mingpaocom and @SCMPNews !

https://t.co/UhoUCjhN7A

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

🌟 Additionally, C2i proudly introduced its state-of-the-art automatic organoid culture machine, the first of its kind in Hong Kong.

This advanced facility will enhance research capabilities and support the growing demand for high-quality organoid culture.

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

✨ C2i and @Hitachi Celebrating Innovation:

🚀 Launch of Hong Kong's First Automatic Organoid Culture System and New Collaborations in 3D-Printed Airway Organoids

https://t.co/KzZbv2U9Gv

[Centre For Immunology & Infection @Centre2i]

📃 A LOI has been signed between C2i's spin-off company #C2itech, #Hitachi, and Cyfuse to advance the clinical application of personalized airway organoids focusing on utilizing 3D printing technology to develop innovative airway solutions for transplantation