At The University of Hong Kong (HKU), our Central Facilities are dedicated to advancing science and engineering research through cutting-edge resources and collaborative spaces. We provide an environment that fosters innovation, creativity, and interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, students, and faculty.

Our facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories equipped with the latest technology, enabling groundbreaking research in various fields such as materials science, biomedical engineering, and environmental studies. With access to advanced equipment and resources, researchers can conduct experiments, analyze data, and develop solutions to complex challenges.

At HKU, we are committed to supporting your research journey. Explore our Central Facilities and discover how we can help you achieve your academic and professional goals. Together, let’s push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation in science and engineering! For more information, please visit our website or reach out to our team. We look forward to supporting your research endeavors!

About Us

The first electron microscope was installed in the Pathology Department of Queen Mary Hospital in 1968. In 1969, Professor James Gibson established the Electron Microscope Unit (EMU) to centralize this essential equipment within the University. Over the past five decades, the EMU has evolved into an electron microscopy laboratory, providing cutting-edge facilities to the entire university and other institutions across the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

In line with the University’s commitment to innovation and growth, we are excited to expand our services from a microscopy laboratory to a centralized facility at HKU. With the forthcoming completion of our new location at the HKU Tech Landmark, the EMU will seamlessly integrate with the Central Fabrication Laboratory, creating a comprehensive hub for advanced research.

Our facilities are continually enhanced through generous grants from The University of Hong Kong, the Research Grants Council, the Croucher Foundation, and the Jockey Club. Each year, over 700 registered users benefit from the EMU, and this number continues to rise as the University strengthens its research initiatives.

Mission

To maintain an up-to-date variety of electron microscopes in a centralized facility aiming at producing high-quality research and to make this as accessible as possible to our users, whether they are experienced or not.