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Listeners of the programme were given an in-depth look at the intersection of technology and healthcare, exploring how robotics, artificial intelligence, apps, and VR are creating a new frontier in medical treatments and patient care.

The episode provided a platform for audiences to increase their understanding of medical technology and its benefits, equipping them with the necessary information to make informed decisions regarding their health needs.

For those who missed the live broadcast or wish to revisit the insightful discussion, the episode is available for online radio revision through the link here.

Related Link: Online Radio AM621 RTHK

▲ A group photo featuring the Vice President of PolyU, Prof. Ben Young (center), RIVRT’s principle investigator Dr. YM Tang (2nd from the right) and his team member Mr. Hadyn Ng (right).

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering innovation and creativity in the next generation. Led by Dr. Yuk Ming Tang, a team of mentors has guided two students in an exciting journey into the metaverse as part of the 2023 “Junior Researcher Mentoring Programme” (JRMP).

Two Form 6 students, Sarah Zeng from Christian and Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School and Vanessa Chan from Diocesan Girls’ School, embarked on a research project titled “Development of a Metaverse Virtual Environment”. Under the mentorship of Dr. YM Tang and Mr. Hadyn Ng, the students explored the intriguing concept of the metaverse and its vast potential for development.

The students, with guidance from Dr. Tang’s team, were tasked with creating an interactive metaverse environment, complete with avatars and virtual characters for user interaction. The project aimed to go beyond mere entertainment, incorporating game elements into applications that promote healthy physical activity.

The endeavor required the students to apply their 3D modeling skills and game design sensibilities, and they rose to the challenge, successfully creating a back-to-school game within the metaverse environment.

This project allowed the students to gain invaluable hands-on experience, from designing the virtual environment to interacting with a diverse user base within the metaverse. They also conducted research and analysis to evaluate the project’s outcomes and determine their feasibility. The experience has provided them with a solid foundation for future studies and research.

Dr. Tang’s team has been instrumental in guiding the students through this process, ensuring they not only develop practical skills but also foster logical thinking and analytical abilities. The success of this project serves as a testament to the value of mentorship and the potential of young minds when given the right guidance and opportunities.

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For more insights into the project and the JRMP 2023, refer to the media coverage from Oriental Daily News, Sing Tao Daily, Headline Daily, Wen Wei Po, and HK01.

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鄧育明博士最近與音樂和技術平台的創始人鄒健宏合作,在RTHK電視節目中接受了有關元宇宙的採訪。在節目中，鄧博士分享了他在以往研究及製作虛擬現實技術的經驗，並模擬了人類與元宇宙虛擬環境互動的未來。

鄧博士表示，隨著5G網絡和更先進的技術的興起，虛擬和擴增現實將會融入我們的日常生活。人們不僅可以在元宇宙中工作和娛樂，甚至進行線上教育和醫療諮詢。他相信這些技術的突破有助於提高生產力，收窄數碼鴻溝，改善生活質素。

總的來說，鄧博士對元宇宙未來持樂觀態度。他相信只要科技的發展適度並謹慎地引入，虛擬和現實的融合將使生活更加便捷和多姿多彩。人工智能和擴增實境等新技術不應被視為威脅，而是提高生產力和創新的潛在工具。在元宇宙新世界，人類將能夠突破身體限制,實現無限可能。新的科技環境將為人類帶來前所未有的體驗，豐富我們的生活與交流。

鄧博士相信元宇宙將真正實現人類理想中的啟迪與自由。它代表著人類文明的進步，將打開通往更廣闊世界的大門。在這個新世界，人們可以自由穿梭於不同的空間與時空，相隔千里的人都能彼此見面。元宇宙不僅滿足人類對虛幻的嚮往，也滿足人類追求知識和探索未知的渴望。它象徵著人類意識和潛能的提升，將為人類帶來新時代。鄧博士期待著元宇宙美好的未來，以及它為人類社會帶來的革命性改變。

— 香港電台電視節目 — 香港故事:創科夢工場 — 活在元宇宙: 鄒健宏

During the interview, Ir. Dr. Tang shared his insights on the potential of the Metaverse and its impact on various industries, including entertainment, e-commerce, and education. He highlighted the importance of collaboration among different sectors to fully realize the potential of the Metaverse and create engaging and immersive experiences for users.

Ir. Dr. Tang also discussed another important factor in Metaverse development is the growth of online communities and social networks. As more people spend time online and engage with each other through social media and other digital platforms, the demand for richer, more engaging virtual experiences is increasing.

In the education and training sector, the Metaverse has the potential to transform the way we teach and learn. Virtual reality simulations and interactive environments can provide hands-on learning experiences that are not possible in traditional classroom settings.

The interview with Ir. Dr. Tang provides a valuable perspective on the current state and future prospects of the Metaverse, and highlights the growing interest in this technology among the media and general public. As the Metaverse continues to evolve and mature, it is likely to have a profound impact on the way we interact with the digital world, and on the way we live, work, and play.

全新環節《5G直送》第一集去上海看看全國首間5G校園。有本地大學和醫院合作開發用來培訓實習醫生的VR抽血程式，及一套用於中風病人復康訓練的電腦程式。

創科導航 – TVB

本港醫療系統逼爆，一班醫護人員都想盡辦法利用科技，除提升病人的醫療體驗，
亦可以提高效率。醫管局昨舉行的研討大會上，醫護人員和研究員紛紛提出科技應用，
包括以虛擬實境（VR）幫助腦創傷病人康復和訓練醫生、利用手機App檢測癌症病人
體內殘餘輻射，以及在出院後助髖關節骨折長者在家做運動。

理大康復治療科學系副系主任文偉光，昨介紹訓練腦創傷病人認知等能力的VR遊戲；
他稱遊戲以日常生活為背景，例如要求病人尋找虛擬的家中物品、到商場購物，
或當餐廳侍應推介食品，藉此訓練前瞻式記憶，例如特定條件下才啟動的記憶和行動，
如晚上7時要食藥，遊戲能訓練執行力和解難能力；而VR遊戲令腦創傷病人腦部
感受到真實環境，做錯也不會遭斥責，可加強他們練習的意願，較傳統治療效果更佳。

癌患體內殘餘輻射 用App檢測

VR技術對於訓練醫生都有幫助。伊利沙伯醫院深切治療部副顧問醫生冼佳卓介紹，
醫院去年起運用VR系統，教導實習醫生正確的抽血程序。負責開發系統的理大
工業系統及工程學系專任導師鄧育明表示，VR能夠應用在多種訓練，如他們正開發
訓練醫生向病人講解醫療程序的系統，及模擬人體解剖的學習工具。

瑪麗醫院則開發了新檢測癌症病人體內殘餘輻射的方法，臨床腫瘤科高級物理學家
鄧年輝稱，其團隊研發出的手機App，可把檢測儀器置於房間牆上，並連接房外的
Wi-Fi儀器，當病人站在儀器1米外，職員就能在手機App收到輻射水平資料，若水平
合格則可列印標籤，不需待簽就可出院，減少職員風險和加快病床流轉。

大埔醫院一級物理治療師劉建明則稱，髖關節骨折在長者中很常見，他們出院後要
持續做復康運動才能真正痊癒。新界東醫院聯網團隊遂開發了手機App「髖健通」，
內有髖關節骨折的相關資料、不同復康運動的示範短片和照顧者提示，另又提供
復康日誌功能，供長者或家人按時治療，及讓治療師安排療程，讓病人出院後
都能有妥善照顧。

編輯：林子豐

美術：陳超雄

晴報

伊利沙伯醫院與理工大學合作研發虛擬實境技術，讓實習醫生戴着
VR眼鏡練習血型配對等程序，可以增加練習次數，並減輕兼顧培訓的
專科醫生壓力。

戴上VR眼鏡進入虛擬病房環境就可以練習，為病人抽血做血型配對。

伊利沙伯醫院與理工大學合作研發虛擬實境技術，並購入四套VR眼鏡，
在去年十月開始供實習醫生練習。

在傳統的訓練模式，一個專科醫生有時要帶着七、八個實習醫生做訓練，
每節培訓時間有限。有實習醫生稱，以往會擔心練習不足。

醫院指，配合新科技培訓，還可減輕專科醫生要兼顧培訓工作的壓力，
醫院正計劃在VR加入更多培訓項目。

VR的模擬培訓在現時的技術未能加入病人的反應，所以適合用來培訓
着重程序的工作，一些着重與病人溝通的訓練仍然需要用傳統方式進行。

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