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Logifera Is Taking Off! Congratulations to Leo and Ivy on Their Learning Technology Startup Achievements

by RIVRT Press Media

RIVRT is excited to congratulate Leo Matthias Sturm, Zi Fu YIN Ivy and Yueyin WANG Alex on the fantastic progress of Logifera — a student innovation project that is quickly growing into a promising learning technology startup. 🎉

Logifera began from Leo’s dyslexia-related project and has now developed into a platform that helps people better understand their learning profiles through free, science-backed screeners. 🧠✨

In simple words: Logifera helps learners find out why reading, spelling, maths, attention, or listening may feel harder than expected — and gives them a clearer starting point for getting support. 🌱

💡 What Is Logifera?

Many children, students, and adults struggle with learning challenges but may not know whether these difficulties are related to dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, auditory processing, or something else.

Formal assessment can sometimes feel expensive, stressful, or difficult to access. Logifera aims to make the first step easier. ✅

The platform offers free online screeners that are:

  • Accessible — no credit card required 💳❌
  • Self-paced — users can complete the screeners in their own time ⏳
  • Evidence-informed — based on science-backed screening ideas 🔬
  • Practical — users receive immediate results and a downloadable report 📄
  • Low-pressure — designed as a starting point, not a formal diagnosis 🤝

Logifera is not a replacement for professional diagnosis, but it can help users understand their learning profile and prepare for a future consultation with a specialist.

🧩 Current Screeners

Logifera currently focuses on two major learning areas:

📖 Dyslexia Screener

The Dyslexia Screener looks at areas such as:

  • reading
  • spelling
  • phonological processing
  • handwriting
  • comprehension
  • related cognitive skills

It includes 15 assessments across three modules. 🧠

🔢 Dyscalculia Screener

The Dyscalculia Screener focuses on maths-related difficulties, including:

  • number sense
  • math facts
  • calculation
  • estimation
  • working memory
  • visual-spatial processing

It includes 14 assessments across three modules. ✍️

🔜 Coming Soon

Logifera is also preparing future screeners for:

  • ADHD ⚡
  • Auditory Processing Disorder, APD 👂

These additions will further expand the platform’s ability to support different learning needs.

🏆 A Big Step Forward: HK$45,000+ in Prizes and Funding

Logifera has already received strong encouragement from several innovation and entrepreneurship platforms.

So far, the project has gained more than HK$45,000 in prizes and funding support. 🎊

Recent achievements include:

  • KTEO Micro Fund 2025–26, Cohort II
    Funding support: HK$20,000 💰
  • KTEO FENG Ideation Funding Scheme 2025/26
    Award: Outstanding Entrepreneurial Idea
    Funding support: HK$5,000 🌟
  • HKSTP Ideation Programme
    Conditional offer of admission, with potential funding support of up to HK$100,000 🚀
  • HICOOL 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Competition
    Advanced to the 1st Round 🌍
  • The 16th National E-commerce “Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship” Challenge — PolyU Round
    Award: 特等獎
    Prize: HK$15,000 🏅
  • The 16th National E-commerce “Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship” Challenge — PolyU Round
    Award: 最佳創新獎
    Prize: HK$5,000 💡

These achievements show the strong potential of Logifera as a meaningful EdTech project with real social impact. 🌈

📅 More Competitions Ahead

The journey is not stopping here. Leo, Ivy, and the Logifera team are continuing to bring the project to more competitions and innovation platforms.

Upcoming or submitted competitions include:

  • HICOOL 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Competition — 2nd Round 🌍
  • The 16th National E-commerce “Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship” Challenge — Hong Kong Round 🏆
  • PolyU International Future Challenge 2026 🔮
  • Young Professionals Exhibition and Competition, YPEC 2026 👩‍💻👨‍💻
  • James Dyson Award 2026 🛠️
  • The 8th Greater Bay Area Digital Education STEAM Excellence Award 2026 🎓

These competitions will help the team gain more feedback, sharpen the business model, and explore future opportunities in incubation, funding, and real-world deployment.

🌱 From Student Project to Real-World Impact

Leo, Ivy, and Alex have also been part of RIVRT’s Multi-level Competition-Based Learning with International Learning Exposure initiative.

Through this programme, students are encouraged to learn by doing — forming teams, developing research-based projects, joining competitions, presenting their ideas, and receiving feedback from academics, industry experts, and judges. 💬

Previously, RIVRT students and project teams achieved several exciting results, including:

  • Poster Session Best Presenters Award at ICEMT 2025 🖼️
  • Merit Prize in Innovation & IT at the 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 💻
  • Silver Award at the 8th Global Competition on Design for Future Education 🥈

Logifera is a great example of what can happen when research, mentorship, competition-based learning, and entrepreneurship come together.

What started as a student project is now moving toward something bigger: a practical platform that may help many learners better understand themselves. 🌟

❤️ Why This Matters

Learning difficulties are often misunderstood. Many people grow up thinking they are “bad at reading,” “bad at maths,” or “not focused enough,” without ever receiving clear guidance.

Logifera aims to change that. ✨

By offering free and accessible screeners, the platform gives users an easier way to begin asking important questions:

  • Why do I struggle with reading? 📖
  • Why is mental maths so difficult for me? 🔢
  • Could my learning challenges have a deeper reason? 🧠
  • What should I discuss with a teacher, parent, therapist, or specialist? 🤝

This is exactly the kind of human-centered technology that RIVRT is proud to support — technology that does not only innovate, but also helps people. 💙

🎉 Congratulations!

RIVRT warmly congratulates Leo Matthias Sturm, Zi Fu YIN Ivy, and the Logifera team on these wonderful achievements.

We are excited to see Logifera continue to grow, compete, and develop into an impactful platform for learners of all ages. 🌍

Keep going, Team Logifera — this is only the beginning! 🚀

VCare – Featured on Unwire.hk for Innovative VR Glasses for Myopia Control

by RIVRT Press Media

We are delighted to share that VCare, one of the innovative startup companies incubated by the RIVRT research team, has been featured by leading Hong Kong tech media outlet Unwire.hk for its cutting-edge VR glasses designed to help control childhood myopia!

The product, developed by VCare—a PolyU-affiliated startup—addresses one of the major concerns of parents today: worsening myopia in young children. Unlike traditional solutions, these VR glasses employ a non-invasive and drug-free approach to help slow down the progression of nearsightedness. The technology reflects the successful integration of RIVRT’s core research in virtual reality (VR), human-centric product design, and healthcare applications.

Unwire.hk highlighted the uniqueness and potential of the product as a locally developed innovation, combining immersive VR technology with health-oriented design to offer a fresh solution for myopia management. The media coverage has already sparked considerable interest among parents and health professionals, showcasing the growing impact of research-driven entrepreneurship from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) community.

🎥 Watch the media coverage via the following platforms:

VCare’s achievement exemplifies how RIVRT’s interdisciplinary research in virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and immersive healthcare technologies is translating into real-world solutions and commercial success. We will continue working toward socially impactful innovations that merge science, design, and technology.

🔗 Stay connected with RIVRT to explore more of our projects, research areas, and startup success stories!

#RIVRT #VCare #VRGlasses #MyopiaControl #PolyU #HongKongStartup #HealthTech #VirtualReality #Innovation #UnwireHK #DigitalHealth

ISE Students Win Merit Prize in Innovation & IT at the 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition!

by RIVRT Press Media

We are proud to share that a brilliant student team—supervised by Ir. Dr. Yuk Ming Tang, Principal Investigator of RIVRT—has won the Merit Prize in the Information Technology category at the 11th Hong Kong University Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (2025)! 🎉

The award-winning project, titled 「讀寫易AI」DyslexAI, leverages artificial intelligence to support children with dyslexia by providing highly accurate, personalized training through an intelligent platform. The system achieves an impressive 99.5% classification accuracy using deep learning models (CNN) and multi-modal data analysis, offering a non-invasive and effective way to enhance learning outcomes, especially for those with special educational needs.

The Award Ceremony
Team photo with the supervisor Ir. Dr. YM Tang (the 2nd from the right, 2nd row)
Team photo of DyslexAI

👏 Congratulations to the talented team members:

  • Leo Matthias STURM (ISE)
  • Yin Zifu Ivy (ISE)
  • Lau Ho Wai Justin (ISE)
  • Fung Yik Hei
  • Ho Tsz Ming
  • Ko Tsun Ming

This achievement would not have been possible without the expert guidance of Ir. Dr. YM Tang, whose research expertise in artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and educational technology continues to inspire the next generation of innovators. Dr. Tang’s mentorship has played a pivotal role in shaping the team’s interdisciplinary approach and impactful innovation.

🧠🔍 The competition, organized by HK Challenge Plus and supported by the Innovation and Technology Commission, is one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious platforms for student innovation. This recognition is a powerful testament to RIVRT’s mission to create transformative, socially meaningful technologies.

Justin (Left), Supervisor Ir. Dr. YM Tang (Right)

Lau Ho Wai Justin, one of the team member

Project Description Board for “DyslexAI”

📸 Check out the project display and award certificate above!
🌐 Learn more: HK Challenge Plus Official Website


#RIVRT #PolyU #ISE #DyslexAI #HKChallengePlus #Innovation #AI #InclusiveTechnology #StudentSuccess #InfoTech #EdTech #創新創業大賽 #資訊科技優異獎

VCare Vision Shines at the 2025 GITEX ASIA Supernova Challenge

by RIVRT Press Media

We are proud to announce that VCare Vision Limited, co-founded by our very own Ir. Dr. Yuk Ming Tang and Ms. Celia Chan, made it to the semi-finals of the 2025 Supernova Challenge—the flagship startup competition at GITEX ASIA! Held from April 23–25 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, this event marked the regional debut of GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest and most influential tech and startup forum.

As one of the standout participants among 700+ enterprises and startups, and in front of more than 25,000 tech buyers and 250 investors, VCare Vision showcased its cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) device for personalized vision correction training. The device offers non-invasive, customizable solutions for individuals with myopia, amblyopia, and strabismus, integrating advanced VR technology to revolutionize traditional eye care and rehabilitation practices.

This innovation aligns closely with RIVRT’s mission to apply virtual reality and artificial intelligence to healthcare innovations and immersive device applications. Dr. Tang, also the Principal Investigator at RIVRT, has long championed the use of extended reality technologies in medical and rehabilitation contexts.

While VCare Vision did not bring home the trophy this time, reaching the semi-finals in such a competitive field is a tremendous achievement and a strong validation of the team’s innovation and impact. This experience has further motivated the team to push boundaries and refine their technologies.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Tang, Ms. Chan, and the entire VCare Vision team for their determination, vision, and innovation.

🔗 Learn more about VCare: VCare Vision
🔗 Learn more about the Supernova Challenge: GITEX ASIA Supernova Challenge

🔗 Featured from SingTao News Headline: Link
📍 Event Recap: April 23–25, 2025 | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Stay tuned for more exciting updates from RIVRT as we continue to drive innovation at the intersection of VR, AI, and digital healthcare! 🌐

#GITEXASIA2025 #SupernovaChallenge #VCareVision #VRHealthTech #InnovationJourney #RIVRT #NeverStopImproving

VCare Vision Limited Wins Silver Award at the 4th Asia Innovation and Invention Exhibition – Hong Kong

by RIVRT Press Media

2024-12-07

VCare
The PolyU StartUps supported by PolyVentures
Ms Celia Chan, co-founder of VCare Vision Limited, was sharing their latest development of product to the visitors.
Ms Celia Chan, co-founder of VCare Vision Limited, was sharing their latest development of product to the visitors.

We are thrilled to announce that two of our groundbreaking projects were recognized at the 4th Asia Innovation and Invention Exhibition – Hong Kong, showcasing RIVRT’s commitment to advancing innovative solutions for societal challenges.

VCare Vision Limited, co-founded by Ir. Dr. Tang Yuk-ming and Ms. Celia Chan, received the Silver Award for its Vcare Vision Training VR Device. This cutting-edge device offers personalized vision correction training for individuals with myopia, amblyopia, and strabismus, leveraging advanced virtual reality (VR) technology to deliver non-invasive and customizable solutions.

In addition, our Intelligent Non-invasive Structural Health Inspection System for Multi-part Covers also earned a Silver Award. This project, developed in collaboration with the Drainage Services Department (DSD), utilizes vibration-based detection techniques and artificial intelligence (AI) to inspect multi-part covers on main roads without causing traffic disruptions. The system analyzes vibration signals using deep learning, providing a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional inspection methods, minimizing traffic disruptions and reducing costs.

This annual exhibition is a premier event in Asia for showcasing groundbreaking innovations and inventions. Organized by the Hong Kong Exporters’ Association in collaboration with the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, the event attracted approximately 140 entries from Hong Kong, Mainland China, and other regions across Asia.

These recognitions highlight RIVRT’s dedication to fostering impactful innovation and knowledge transfer. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the teams behind these award-winning projects for their outstanding achievements!

VR Vision Correction Training Device “Vcare” Earns Recognition

VCare Vision Limited was recognized for its innovative Vcare Vision Training VR Device, which offers personalized vision correction training for individuals with myopia, amblyopia, and strabismus. Leveraging cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology, the device provides non-invasive, customizable vision correction solutions. It integrates patented technologies to deliver engaging training routines that improve visual outcomes through an immersive experience.

The Silver Award highlights the device’s potential to transform vision therapy, offering a scalable solution for healthcare providers and patients worldwide.

PolyU’s Continued Excellence in Innovation

VCare Vision Limited was one of ten startups supported by PolyVentures, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s initiative to nurture entrepreneurial ventures. PolyU achieved remarkable success at the exhibition, winning a total of 18 awards, including the Grand Champion Award, 7 Gold Awards, 8 Silver Awards, and 1 Bronze Award. These accolades underscore PolyU’s strong commitment to fostering research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Professor Christopher Chao, PolyU Vice President (Research and Innovation), congratulated the winners and emphasized the university’s mission to drive impactful research and innovative solutions. He noted, “PolyU is dedicated to addressing global challenges through cutting-edge research and knowledge transfer. The success of our startups, including VCare Vision Limited, reflects our strong support for entrepreneurship and innovation.”

About VCare Vision Limited

Co-founded by Ir. Dr. Tang Yuk-ming and Ms. Celia Chan, VCare Vision Limited is committed to revolutionizing vision correction through advanced technologies. The startup’s success at the Asia Innovation and Invention Exhibition demonstrates its potential to bridge research and practical applications, improving the quality of life for many.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to VCare Vision Limited and all the award-winning teams at PolyU. For more updates on our innovative projects and achievements, stay tuned to the RIVRT website.

Other featuring media:

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VCare@InnoCarnival 2024 with the Visit of the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry

by RIVRT Activity

We are excited to announce VCare’s successful participation in InnoCarnival 2024, held at the Hong Kong Science Park from 26th October. The event, organized by the Innovation and Technology Commission, aims to promote a culture of innovation and technology (I&T) in Hong Kong. This year’s InnoCarnival brought together leading innovators, researchers, and startups to showcase the latest advancements in science and technology.

At our PolyU booth, we had the privilege of exhibiting some of the most innovative projects from the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. One of the highlights was our Vcare Vision Training VR Device, which offers personalized vision correction training through immersive VR technology. The Vcare device uses patented microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) lens modules and training routines that help users achieve better vision correction outcomes. This project received significant attention due to its potential to improve vision correction for conditions like myopia and amblyopia.

Honored Visit from the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry

Welcome the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, to our booth
Professor Sun Dong engaged with our team and explored the innovative projects being displayed
Supporting young researchers and entrepreneurs in developing solutions that address global challenges
Professor Sun Dong engaged with our team and explored the innovative projects being displayed
Professor Sun Dong engaged with our team and explored the innovative projects being displayed

We were honored to welcome the Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor Sun Dong, to our booth. During his visit, Professor Sun Dong engaged with our team and explored the innovative projects being displayed. His presence underscored the importance of fostering homegrown innovations and supporting young researchers and entrepreneurs in developing solutions that address global challenges.

Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators

Our booth was also supported by PolyVentures, a student-led initiative from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. This group of young innovators actively participated in the exhibition and received valuable feedback from industry experts and visitors. Their involvement in InnoCarnival 2024 highlights our commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.

Bringing Innovation to the Forefront

InnoCarnival 2024 is an important platform for VCare to showcase our latest developments in technology and innovation. The event allowed us to connect with industry leaders, educators, and the public, fostering greater awareness of the role that innovation plays in improving lives.

We are incredibly proud of the recognition our projects received, and we look forward to continuing our journey of innovation, research, and development to bring impactful solutions to the world.

For more information on our initiatives and projects, please visit RIVRT and VCare website.

VCare Showcases Vision-Correcting VR Device at PolyU InnoTech Open Day × Alumni Homecoming 2024

by RIVRT Activity

We are proud to announce that RIVRT’s startup, Vcare, was showcased at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s (PolyU) InnoTech Open Day × Alumni Homecoming 2024. Held on October 19, 2024, this annual flagship event brought together innovators, alumni, and industry leaders to celebrate PolyU’s remarkable advancements in innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Among the exciting innovations exhibited, our startup Vcare presented its revolutionary Vision Training VR Device, designed to offer personalized vision correction training for individuals suffering from myopia, amblyopia, and strabismus. The device leverages immersive virtual reality (VR) technology integrated with cutting-edge patented microelectromechanical (MEMS) lens modules. It provides users with tailored training routines, helping improve vision correction outcomes through an engaging and interactive experience.

Personalizing Vision Correction with Vcare

The Vcare Vision Training VR Device is a standalone, user-friendly system that adapts to individual visual needs. By offering a non-invasive, customizable approach, it has the potential to transform vision therapy for common conditions like myopia and amblyopia. The device is already garnering attention for its innovative application of VR in healthcare, and its showcase at the InnoTech Open Day was met with enthusiastic feedback from event attendees, including industry experts and healthcare professionals.

Driving Innovation and Entrepreneurship

PolyU’s InnoTech Open Day × Alumni Homecoming 2024 provided a platform for startups like Vcare to connect with industry leaders, researchers, and potential collaborators. The event featured over 18 PolyU-nurtured startups, along with a variety of exhibitions, seminars, and forums, showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative research happening at PolyU.

The participation of Vcare in this prestigious event highlights RIVRT’s commitment to driving impactful innovations and addressing critical healthcare challenges. We are excited to continue developing cutting-edge solutions that not only improve lives but also contribute to the advancement of personalized healthcare technologies.

For more updates on Vcare and our other innovative projects, stay tuned to the RIVRT website.

VCare Shines at Reception for I&T Awards 2024

by RIVRT Press Media

RIVRT is proud to announce that VCare, a startup co-founded by Ir. Dr. Yuk Ming Tang and Ms. Celia Chan, made a remarkable appearance at the prestigious Reception for the Innovation & Technology (I&T) Awards 2024. The event, hosted in celebration of Hong Kong’s leading achievements in science and technology, drew attention to the outstanding contributions of innovative companies and institutions in the region.

VCare, which operates at the intersection of virtual reality and healthcare technology, was showcased as one of the leading startups in this year’s ceremony. The company specializes in developing immersive virtual reality solutions for healthcare applications, including advanced rehabilitation tools and training simulations for medical professionals.

Ir. Dr. Tang and Ms. Chan represented VCare at the event, standing alongside other distinguished innovators and industry leaders. Their collaborative efforts were recognized as a significant contribution to the advancement of virtual reality technologies in healthcare, aligning with the event’s theme of “Hong Kong’s I&T Achievements Shine in International Arena.”

For more information about VCare and their innovative projects, stay tuned to our website for future updates.