Dr. Kejing Yin Awarded Prestigious HMRF Research Fellowship to Advance AI in Liver Cancer Screening

Dr. Kejing Yin, Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been awarded a highly competitive Research Fellowship from the Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF), administered by the HKSAR Health Bureau. This prestigious fellowship recognises Dr. Yin’s innovative project aimed at transforming early liver cancer detection through artificial intelligence.

The project titled “Explainable AI methods for early screening and prognosis prediction for liver cancer using electronic health records” has been awarded a HK$1.1M grant. By leveraging transparent AI models to analyse electronic health records, Dr. Yin’s research aims to enable earlier, more accurate detection of liver cancer, paving the way for improved patient outcomes.

“I am deeply honoured and energised by this HMRF Research Fellowship,” said Dr. Yin. “This opportunity fuels my passion to develop AI solutions that can transform liver cancer screening and save lives. I am eager to drive meaningful advancements in healthcare.”

Professor William Cheung, Dr. Yin’s mentor at HKBU, praised the achievement: “I am immensely proud of Kejing’s success. His pioneering work on explainable AI has the potential to make a significant impact on clinical healthcare, and this fellowship will elevate his research to the next level.”

The HMRF Research Fellowship Scheme aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in public health research. Dr. Yin's award underscores the Department's commitment to pioneering medical solutions through technology and contributing to Hong Kong's role as a global hub for healthcare innovation.