# NetDragon and HKUST Partner to Advance Medical Technology Innovation and Deepen Interdisciplinary Collaboration

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- Published: 2026-09-10T17:14:00+07:00
- Author: PR Newswire

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HONG KONG, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited ("NetDragon"
or "the Company"; Hong Kong Stock Code: 777), a global leader in building internet
communities, is pleased to announce that it has supported The Hong Kong University
of Science and Technology ("HKUST") to establish the "NetDragon Professorship in
Medical Technology". This will support the University’s pursuit of research excellence.
By integrating academic strengths in engineering and medicine, the Professorship
will foster scientific breakthroughs in frontier areas of healthcare and public 
health, further solidifying HKUST’s leadership in interdisciplinary research.

This Professorship will be conferred upon a distinguished scholar from the School
of Engineering, recognizing exceptional contributions to the field and supporting
ongoing academic and research endeavors. The signing ceremony was held on the HKUST
campus. Witnessed by Prof. Nancy IP, President of HKUST, and Dr. LIU Dejian, Chairman
and Executive Director of NetDragon, the agreement was signed by Prof. Charles NG,
Vice-President for Institutional Advancement of HKUST, and Dr. Simon LEUNG, Vice
Chairman and Executive Director of NetDragon.

President Ip expressed her heartfelt gratitude for NetDragon’s support, stating:"
The convergence of medicine, engineering, and data science is creating unprecedented
opportunities for innovation in healthcare and medical science. This vision is also
a key impetus behind the establishment of the HKUST School of Medicine. By integrating
the cutting-edge technologies of the School of Engineering with the clinical expertise
of the School of Medicine, we aim to build a vibrant ecosystem for interdisciplinary
innovation. This will further solidify HKUST’s position as a global leader in interdisciplinary
research."

Dr. Liu strongly endorsed HKUST’s strategic vision, said, "NetDragon has long been
committed to integrating education and technology. From digital entertainment and
online learning to immersive technologies, artificial intelligence, and AI-enabled
education, we believe that technology can break down barriers, make knowledge more
accessible, and empower individuals to realize their full potential. Today, AI is
transforming the way we learn, work, and interact with the world. NetDragon is actively
harnessing AI to improve people’s lives and create new sources of value and growth.

Its subsidiary, Cherrypicks, is dedicated to advancing smart healthcare through 
technological innovation and has established a strong presence in Hong Kong’s health-
tech sector. In recent years, Cherrypicks has played a key role in the development
of major public healthcare platforms, including HA Go and eHealth, as well as a 
number of healthcare workflow management projects, such as the Ward Work Management
System. Beyond the public sector, Cherrypicks has extended its smart healthcare 
capabilities to leading private healthcare institutions, contributing comprehensively
to the digital transformation of Hong Kong’s healthcare ecosystem. Through the establishment
of the ‘NetDragon Professorship in Medical Technology’, we hope to support outstanding
scholars, advance frontier research, and accelerate the translation of research 
breakthroughs into real-world applications that benefit patients and society. At
the same time, we see this initiative as the beginning of an even deeper and more
enduring partnership between NetDragon and HKUST."

As a pioneer in digital transformation, NetDragon is committed to connecting people
through technology and driving social progress across online gaming, digital education,
and immersive technologies. The establishment of the "NetDragon Professorship in
Medical Technology" embodies the shared vision of both parties to advance innovative
research for a brighter future. HKUST looks forward to this partnership fostering
interdisciplinary research collaboration and accelerating breakthroughs in cutting-
edge fields like precision medicine and digital health. By fully harnessing the 
University’s robust research capabilities, this initiative aims to spearhead advancements
in medical technology and drive the translation of frontier discoveries into real-
world applications that benefit society.

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**About NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited**

NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (HKSE: 777) is a global leader in building internet
communities, with a long track record of developing and scaling multiple internet
and mobile platforms that impact hundreds of millions of users. Over the desktop
and mobile internet eras, NetDragon previously established China’s first online 
gaming portal, 17173.com, and China’s most influential smartphone app store platform,
91 Wireless.  

Established in 1999, NetDragon is one of the most reputable and well-known digital
entertainment IP developer and operator in China with a history of successful flagship
game titles deeply welcomed by users both at home and abroad. For more than a decade,
NetDragon has also achieved success with its EdTech business both domestically and
globally. Fully embracing the new AI era, NetDragon is driving its vision of "Infinite
Growth" through AI enabled digital entertainment and online learning, whilst building
a systematic AI product methodology to create value growth.

NetDragon’s overseas edtech business entity, currently a U.S.-listed subsidiary 
named Mynd.ai, is a global leader in interactive technology and its award-winning
interactive displays and software can be found in more than 2 million learning and
training spaces across 126 countries. 

**About The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology**

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) (<[https://hkust.edu.hk>](https://hkust.edu.hk>))
is a world-class university renowned for its innovative education, research excellence,
and impactful knowledge transfer. Adopting a holistic and interdisciplinary approach
to education, HKUST was ranked 33rd globally and 6th in Asia in the QS World University
Rankings 2027 and QS Asia University Rankings 2026, respectively. It was also ranked
20th worldwide in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2026, placing first
among universities in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland for the third consecutive
year. Eleven HKUST subjects were ranked among the world’s top 50 in the QS World
University Rankings by Subject 2026.

In addition, HKUST’s Computer Science discipline, which encompasses areas such as
artificial intelligence and machine learning, was ranked No. 1 in Hong Kong for 
the tenth consecutive year in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings
by Subject 2026. Its graduates are highly competitive, consistently ranking among
the world’s top 30 most sought-after employees.

In research and entrepreneurship, more than 80% of HKUST’s research was rated "world-
leading" or "internationally excellent" in the University Grants Committee’s Research
Assessment Exercise 2020. As of July 2026, HKUST members had founded more than 2,000
active start-ups, including 11 unicorns and 22 successful exits through initial 
public offerings (IPOs) or mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

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