Connections Jun 2023 SC

#NurturingNextGen #Excellence “数”造更美好世界 Mathematics for a Better World 数 学是科学的基础语言 ， 在可持续 发展领域担当重要角色 ， 包括应对 气候变化 、 资源管理和改善人类福祉等 。 自 2004 年成立以来 ， 恒隆数学奖致力培 育青年数学人才 ， 启发了许多中学生 ， 其中愈来愈多学生运用数学知识在各个 领域贡献世界 ， 助力可持续发展的研究 和实践联合国该范畴的目标 ： “良好健康 与福祉” 、 “可持续城市和社区”及 “产业 、 创新和基础设施” 。 历届得奖者中 ， 2008 年冯俊皓 ， 将数学 应用于基因组学研究 ， 希望了解认知 障碍症及癌症等成因 ， 改进治疗方法 ， 如个性化治疗 ； 2012 年盘沁翘是生物 医学工程博士生 ， 研究数学模型助瘫痪 病人透过脑机介面与人沟通 ； 2016 年 郑慧中是机械生物学博士生 ， 凭藉扎实 的数学根基 ， 她探索生物学 、 工程学 、 化学和物理学的关系 ， 为可持续发展 研究创造新方案 ； 2006 年郑卓轩是工程 师 ， 探讨如何保持海岸线免受极端天气 影响 。 恒隆数学奖的独特体验 ， 让学生可运用 数学探索新发现 ， 实现联合国可持续 发展目标 ， 建设更美好世界 。 M athematics is the fundamental language of science and plays a crucial role in advancing sustainability research, including climate resilience, resource management, and improving people’s well-being. Hang Lung Mathematics Awards (HLMA) has been committed to nurturing young mathematics talents since its inception in 2004. This commitment has inspired many secondary school students. A growing number of them continue to utilize their mathematics knowledge in various sectors to contribute to sustainability research and the advancement of a better world, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), including “Good Health and Well-being”, “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, and “Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.” Jun-Hou Fung (2008 winner) is applying his mathematics skills in genomics research, hoping to understand the causes of diseases like dementia and cancers to improve treatments such as personalized medicine. Ewina Pun (2012 winner), a Ph.D. candidate in biomedical engineering, develops mathematical models to restore communication for people with paralysis using brain- computer interfaces. Dorothy Cheng (2016 winner) is a Ph.D. candidate in mechanobiology. With a solid foundation in mathematics, she explores the intersection of biology, engineering, chemistry, and physics, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in sustainability research. Jay Cheng (2006 winner), an engineer by training, helps keep our coastline safe from extreme weather, yet another example of HLMA winners contributing to solutions to sustainability challenges. Through the unique and transformative HLMA experience, students can leverage their mathematics skills to make new discoveries and meaningful contributions towards achieving UNSDGs and help build a better future for all. 左起 ： 冯俊皓 、 盘沁翘 、 郑慧中 和郑卓轩 From left: Jun-Hou Fung, Ewina Pun, Dorothy Cheng, and Jay Cheng 18 连 系 恒 隆 CONNECTIONS 06 2023 可 持 续 发 展 S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y