In view of the very high demand for study space, the Library will implement the Limited Access Arrangement for JULAC Borrower/Reader Card Holders (students only) during the Revision and Examination Period from 24 Nov - 19 Dec 2025. Access to the Library by students of other UGC institutions will be limited to non-peak hours (7:01pm - Library closing time) of the day only.
Please refer to the Limited Access Arrangement for Student JULAC Card Holders webpage for details.
READ@PolyU is a common reading programme designed to inspire a love of reading through meaningful, cross‑cultural dialogues on campus. Every year, we distribute print copies of the selected common book to students and organise a variety of interactive activities to enrich their reading experience.
We invite you to participate in the common book nomination for 2026! Which book do you think the PolyU community should read together next year? Please send your book recommendations, including titles and authors, to lbread@polyu.edu.hk by 15 December 2025 (Monday). You are welcome to nominate as many titles as you wish.
All PolyU students and staff who send in their suggestions will automatically enter our lucky draw, where winners will each be rewarded with a small gift as a token of appreciation.
The Programme Committee will review all nominations before making the final selection.
Suggest the book nominations NOW!
Discover the latest innovations, tour our state-of-the-art facilities, and learn how we can support your academic success.
All staff and students are welcome!
This engaging 20-minute tour will guide you through key areas of the Library, including:
Explore the Library from a new perspective as our very own PolyU student leads each tour.
Date: 17 November 2025 (Mon)
Time: 2.30 pm – 2.50 pm (20 minutes)
Meeting Point: The Forum, 6/F, Library
Language: English
Date: 24 November 2025 (Mon)
Time: 3.30 pm – 3.50 pm (20 minutes)
Meeting Point: The Forum, 6/F, Library
Language: English
Date: 25 November 2025 (Tue)
Time: 3.30 pm – 3.50 pm (20 minutes)
Meeting Point: The Forum, 6/F, Library
Language: English
Spaces are limited for each session, so be sure to register early and secure your spot!
Pao Yue-kong Library
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
As requested by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), all recorded copies of RTHK programmes including physical formats and copies on online platform must be removed from library collections by 5 November 2025. The access to the RTHK programmes has terminated with immediate effect.
CAS BioFinder is engineered to accelerate research and development in drug discovery by integrating diverse data types and analytical tools. Its functionality is built upon three core pillars:
1. Integrated data platform
This platform offers comprehensive coverage, seamlessly unifying chemical, biological, and translational data with complete experimental results. Enriched with detailed scientific metadata for deeper context, it ensures data integrity through rigorous normalization and harmonization.
2. Innovation engine
This component features advanced analytics to identify critical patterns and trends. It employs predictive modelling, trained on the entire corpus of integrated data, to generate accurate forecasts. Users can then explore these insights through intuitive visualizations and dynamic clustering methods.
3. Customizable experiences
The platform can be tailored to specific research objectives. It supports bespoke workflows and machine learning training via robust APIs, enables the secure integration of proprietary client data, and allows for the customization of predictive models and user flows.
Remark: Please log into CAS SciFinder and use the three-dot menu on the top left to navigate to CAS BioFinder.
Expiry date: 31 Dec 2025
English language learners often face challenges due to the lack of immediate feedback on their presentation skills. With support from the Department of EEE, the Library has introduced NinjOrAItor at the One Button Studios on the 3rd floor of the Library. NinjOrAItor leverages AI technology to assess English oral presentations, enabling students to practise and receive instant feedbacks such as clarity, content analysis, appropriateness, facial expressions, eye contact, and common pronunciation errors. This comprehensive system empowers students to leverage generative AI to further develop and refine their presentation skills. In addition to AI-generated evaluations, the platform also encourages self-assessment, prompting students to reflect critically and gain deeper insights into their performance.
Come visit and try it out! You can book the studios through the Library iBooking system or using the Library Mobile App.
About NinjOrAltor
An AI-powered system that evaluates students’ video submissions and provides comprehensive feedback to enhance their presentation skills.
The project was shortlisted for 2025 QS Reimagine Education Award.
Acknowledgements
ScienceDirect AI is an integrated workflow companion that provides researchers with immediate access to authoritative evidence from peer-reviewed publications. It is designed to address common research challenges, including:
- Accessing answers from a vast collection of full-text articles, book chapters from ScienceDirect, and open-access content. Researchers can gain deeper insights through AI-driven recommendations tailored to their specific inquiries.
- Easily comparing experiments and synthesising literature.
- Consulting a Reading Assistant directly when opening any article or book chapter.
Expiry date: 26 Nov 2025
Due to maintenance provided by the vendor, the service of udn讀書館 will be temporarily unavailable on 1 Oct 2025 from 10:00 to 15:00
We are thrilled to announce the soft opening of the brand-new Digital Makerspace Plus at i-Space, located on the 4th floor (North Wing) of the Library!
Step into a dynamic, open environment designed for creativity and innovation. The Digital Makerspace Plus is a self-service space where you can engage in hands-on learning, collaborate with others, and freely experiment with the latest maker technologies. Whether you’re interested in 3D printing, 3D scanning, or craft cutting, our user-friendly tools and equipment are ready to help you turn your ideas into reality.
All PolyU/CPCE students and staff are warmly invited to visit, connect with fellow makers, and unleash their imagination. The Digital Makerspace Plus is open during the Library’s regular opening hours, just drop by and start creating!
And this is just the beginning! Exciting upgrades are coming, including new furniture and a self-service kiosk and large format scanner. Stay tuned for more features by Q4 2025.
Come explore the Digital Makerspace Plus and ignite your creativity today!
APA Academic Writer is designed to teach and apply APA Style comprehensively. It features three integrated elements to support the writing process:
Expiry date: 11 Nov 2025
NinjOrAItor 
PolyU Library AI Chatbot