The HK Prize is awarded to a postgraduate student for the best article on global Hong Kong studies published in an academic journal or monograph. The prize is sponsored by the Society for Hong Kong Studies and supported by the ICAS. It encourages research that develops new theories, concepts and methods of studying Hong Kong in the wider context of Asia and beyond.
The winner will receive a cash prize of HK$25,000, plus a trophy and a certificate. A citation will also be inserted in the ICAS Book Prize list. The prize was launched in 1996 by a group of friends and students of the late Dr John D Young, to honour his dedication to Hong Kong and China studies.
On October 10, M+ announced the shortlist of six artists for this year’s Sigg Prize. Shanghai-based multimedia artist Bi Rongrong; Macau-born ceramicist Heidi Lau; Singaporean composer and performer Ho Rui An; Taiwanese filmmaker Hsu Chia-wei; Berlin-based artist Pan Daijing; and Hong Kong multidisciplinary artist Wong Ping are all up for the award, which carries a monetary value of HKD 100,000 (USD 12,870). The winning artist will be announced at a ceremony in December this year.
Last November, the Global Scholars for Hong Kong nominated five local activists to be the Nobel Peace Prize Laureates of 2023: Jimmy Lai, Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, Gwyneth Ho, and Joshua Wong. Despite being imprisoned for a time during the Umbrella Movement, their “fervent dedication to protecting freedoms in Hong Kong and campaigning for democracy” made them stand out, the group said. “These brave individuals are truly a model of courage and conviction for humanity.”
In the world of science, two scientists from Hong Kong were selected as winners of the Future Science Prize for their ground-breaking work. Life and health researchers Thein Swee Lay and Stuart Orkin’s work demonstrates how basic discovery, disease research and translational medicine can lead to transformative therapies that benefit people around the globe.
Scientific research in Hong Kong is making strides in many areas, and the Hong Kong Prize highlights this through its annual awards for scientists. This year, the prize is focused on five fields: artificial intelligence and robotics; life and health; new materials and energy; advanced manufacturing; and financial technology. Experts from all over the world were invited to select outstanding scientific researchers for their impressive accomplishments and contributions.
Besides the main prizes, there are also special mentions and certificates for participants. Those who are interested in participating can learn more on the website of the HK Prize. The entry process is open to all enrolled secondary school students in Hong Kong. Students must be nominated by their teachers and submit their works before the submission deadline. There are three categories of entries: the Judges Prize, the Runner-up Prize, and the Grand Award. For more information, visit the website or read the T&Cs. If you have any questions, contact the organisers directly. Best of luck! – Annette Meier, editorial assistant, ArtAsiaPacific