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The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has approved the appointment of Professor Vincent Wong Wai-sun, Professor in the Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, as Associate Vice-President (Research) on a concurrent basis for two years, effective 1 August 2026. He succeeds Professor Patrick Wong Chun-man, who will step down on 31 July 2026.

Reporting to Professor Jiang Liwen, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research and External Affairs), Professor Wong will assist in overseeing the Research Office and various University research establishments, developing plans to enhance the research infrastructure, expanding global and regional research partnerships and collaborations and exploring and managing research opportunities and resources to elevate CUHK’s research capacity.

Vision for real-world research impact

Professor Wong said: “I am deeply honoured to be appointed Associate Vice-President (Research). As a CUHK alumnus and faculty member, I am grateful to the University for shaping my development as a clinician, researcher and educator. CUHK has long been recognised for its research excellence and global impact, and we are uniquely positioned as Hong Kong expands its role as a global innovation and technology hub. I look forward to working closely with Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Jiang Liwen and colleagues across disciplines in the University to strengthen our research ecosystem, foster innovative and collaborative research, and contribute to addressing global challenges through impactful discoveries and translational outcomes.”

Distinguished academic and research track record

Professor Wong is Mok Hing Yiu Professor of Medicine, Assistant Dean (Development) of the Faculty of Medicine, and Head of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at CUHK. A distinguished CUHK double alumnus, he earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) in 1999 and  Doctor of Medicine (MD) in 2008. He joined CUHK in 2007 and progressed through the professorial ranks to become a Full Professor in 2019.

A world-renowned clinician-scientist specialising in hepatology, Professor Wong’s research focuses on steatotic liver disease, chronic hepatitis B, liver fibrosis and portal hypertension, with particular emphasis on developing and applying non-invasive tests for screening, diagnosis and prognostication.

Professor Wong has an outstanding record in research, teaching and academic leadership. He has served as a researcher and panel member in theme-based research and major grant projects, collaborated with the State Key Laboratory of Digestive Disease (CUHK) and contributed to international clinical practice guidelines for leading global professional bodies. He has authored more than 700 peer-reviewed journal articles and 12 book chapters, holding a Google Scholar h-index of 152. He currently serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Hepatology and has held various leadership positions in the medical profession, including President of the Hong Kong Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (2015-2017) and Chairman of the Specialty Board of Gastroenterology and Hepatology of the Hong Kong College of Physicians (2022-2025).

In recognition of his contributions to research, teaching and clinical medicine, Professor Wong has received numerous accolades, including the Distinguished Research Paper Award of the Hong Kong College of Physicians, the Emerging Leader Lectureship of the Asian Pacific Digestive Week, the CUHK Exemplary Teachers’ Award, and the Research Excellence Award of the former Food and Health Bureau, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Through his extensive experience in securing major research opportunities and generating high-impact output, he has developed a strong vision for enhancing research culture, supporting researchers and strengthening the University’s research ecosystem.