Past News & Events

Timeless Journey to the Silk Road 絲路卷軸 ── 穿越時空之旅

Event Friday, January 2, 2026 - 15:24

Book Exhibition:

Timeless Journey to the Silk Road
絲路卷軸 ── 穿越時空之旅


📍 The Forum, 6/F South Wing, Library | Until 30 Jun 2026

The Silk Road, traversing thousands of years, is like a time tunnel that connects the Eurasian continent, tightly linking China and the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Imagine the sound of camel bells as merchants and travellers journeyed along sandy paths, carrying silk, spices, tea, and gems. More than just a trade route, the Silk Road was a vibrant stage for the exchange of art, religion, and scientific knowledge. Every traveller who embarked on the Silk Road contributed to the integration of cultures and ideas, leaving a deep and valuable legacy for human history.

This exhibition presents a curated selection of Chinese and English research works, highlighting the diverse facets of the Silk Road through themes, such as cultural exchange, historical geography, architectural heritage, and trade routes. We hope visitors will be able to fully understand the deep historical and cultural importance of the Silk Road. We sincerely invite you to explore the exhibition and discover the remarkable heritage and diverse cultures that the Silk Road facilitated.

🔎 More printed and e-books ➡️ https://polyu.hk/StJUH

千年的絲綢之路,猶如一條時光隧道,貫穿歐亞大陸,將中國與歐洲地中海地區緊密相連。

想像昔日駝鈴聲響,商隊與旅人沿著黃沙古道穿梭,滿載絲綢、香料、茶葉和寶石,將奇珍異寶從東方帶往西方,也把異域文明引入華夏大地。

這條古道,不只是貨物的通路,更是文化、科技、思想迸發的舞台。商旅往來其間,每一位踏上絲路的旅人,都帶動不同文明的藝術、宗教及科學知識薈萃融通,為人類歷史留下了深遠且珍貴的影響。

本次展覽精選中英文研究著作,結合文化交流、史地研究、建築遺產、貿易交通等相關主題,深入呈現絲綢之路的多重面貌,旨在引領觀眾全方位理解其歷史與文化價值。

我們誠意邀請您透過展覽,踏上一段奇妙時光之旅,探索了解絲路在促進東西方交流方面的重要歷史意義,及所其孕育的多元文化成果。

🔎 更多實體及電子館藏 ➡️ https://polyu.hk/StJUH

New requirements by the Copyright Ordinance for the Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Services (effective 1 Jan 2026)

News Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - 15:35

Two pieces of subsidiary legislation under the Copyright Ordinance (Cap. 528) (the Ordinance), namely the Copyright (Libraries, Museums and Archives—Prescribed Conditions for Making Copy) Regulation and the Copyright (Specified Libraries, Museums and Archives under Sections 47 to 53) Notice, will come into operation on 1 January 2026.

There will not be any change in making a request for materials via the Library's Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Services. Users will only be contacted and required to fill in and sign a Declaration Form when the Library has successfully located the resource (article / book chapter) and the reproduction of that resource falls within the requirements of the Copyright Ordinance.

More details on the new copyright legislation are provided by the Intellectual Property Department at https://www.ipd.gov.hk/en/copyright/legislative-proposals-and-amendments/copyright-of-libraries-museums-and-archives/index.html.

Sage Campus (Trial)

News Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 15:17

Sage Campus offers a comprehensive suite of self-paced courses focused on critical academic and professional skills, covering essential topics from information navigation and research methods to data literacy and data science, all enriched with interactive content and formative assessments to support learners at every stage of their academic journey.

Expiry date: 31 January 2026

Sage Research Methods: Data and Research Literacy (Trial)

News Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 11:40

Sage Research Methods: Data and Research Literacy is an online platform designed to foster research and data literacy. It provides books, videos, and practical tools to support researchers through each phase of a project, from initial design and ethical review to data analysis and the dissemination of findings. The resource covers core concepts and detailed methodologies spanning qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research across the social, behavioural, and health sciences.

Key features include in-depth video interviews with practicing researchers, step-by-step instructional guides, real-world case studies, and practice datasets. By providing these resources and real-life examples, Sage Research Methods helps students and researchers build the skills necessary to conduct their research papers.

Expiry date: 31 January 2026

IET.tv (Trial)

News Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 10:54

IET.tv is the online video platform of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), offering a wide range of multidisciplinary engineering and technology content. It serves as a crucial resource for academics, professionals, and students.

The platform features 6,307 subtitled videos and 6,270 videos with full transcripts. It covers key sectors, including Communications, IT, Manufacturing, Control and Automation, Power, Transport, Electronics, Management, and Healthcare Technology.

Content includes university seminars, unique teaching materials, expert interviews, and keynote presentations on advanced topics. It also provides professional development resources for continuing education, recordings from major IET and external events, as well as bite-sized news and demonstrations.

Expiry date: 30 June 2026

IET Inspec Direct (Trial)

News Tuesday, December 30, 2025 - 10:45

IET Inspec Direct is a premier scientific and technical database, serving as an essential resource for subject-specific and interdisciplinary research across the global fields of physics, engineering, electronics, and computer science. It provided researchers, engineers, and information professionals with unparalleled access to a meticulously curated collection of literature.

The database’s core strength lies in its deep, expert-indexed coverage of four key disciplines:

  • Physics
  • Electrical Engineering & Electronics
  • Computers, Control & Information Technology
  • Mechanical, Production & Manufacturing Engineering

Containing over 20 million records and growing, Inspec remains a definitive tool for discovering the world’s leading research, from seminal historical works to the latest innovations.

Expiry date: 28 February 2026

Builder’s Work and Maintenance Schedule (22 Dec 2025 - 9 Jan 2026)

Notice Friday, December 19, 2025 - 13:10

Builder’s work and maintenance will be carried out at various locations as scheduled below.

Location Schedule
4/F North Wing (i-Space), Digital Makerspace Plus* 22 Dec – 24 Dec 2025
All floors, Public Announcement System 24 Dec 2025
1/F, Staircase No. 1, Between 1/F and P/F* 27 Dec 2025
1/F 24-hour Study Centre, Quiet study area* 29 Dec 2025 – 9 Jan 2026

* The affected areas will be fenced off.

Disturbance will be minimized but noise is unavoidable. Please proceed to other floors for quiet study during the works period if needed.

We apologize for any inconvenience and noise that may cause.

漢達文庫 CHANT unavailable from 17:00 on 2 Jan 2026 to 9:00 on 5 Jan 2026 and 17:00 on 10 Jan 2026 to 9:00 on 12 Jan 2026

News Thursday, December 18, 2025 - 09:02

Due to maintenance provided by the vendor, the service of 漢達文庫 CHANT will be temporarily unavailable from 17:00 on 2 Jan 2026 to 9:00 on 5 Jan 2026 and 17:00 on 10 Jan 2026 to 9:00 on 12 Jan 2026

Digital Library of Chinese Classics (Trial)

News Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 16:48

The Digital Library of Chinese Classics is a comprehensive scholarly resource designed to support advanced research in Chinese and comparative literature, as well as intellectual history, political history, philosophy, and religion.

Key features of the platform include high-quality critical editions with detailed editorial notes, an advanced faceted search function, and an integrated Student’s Dictionary of Classical and Medieval Chinese.

The platform includes a substantial collection of 510 core classical texts, comprising approximately 200 million characters. This is equivalent to 282 printed volumes or about 140,000 pages. The collection is organized according to the traditional four-category bibliographic system: it includes 190 texts in the Classics (經 Jing) category, 56 in History (史 Shi), 85 in Philosophy (子 Zi), and 127 in Literature (集 Ji). Additionally, it features 52 recently excavated manuscripts from various sites across China.

Expiry date: 8 January 2026

Thematic Highlights | Green Innovations: Making the World a Sustainable Place for the Future

Event Friday, November 14, 2025 - 11:58

Thematic Highlights | Green Innovations: Making the World a Sustainable Place for the Future

How can technology transform our green future? Join us on a journey from everyday eco-friendly habits to the life-changing power of smart technology as we explore how green innovations may make the world a better place.

Visit the Display Wall on the Podium Floor (P/F) of the Library or our Virtual Thematic Collection to explore our featured book exhibition showcasing titles on sustainable living, renewable energy, climate change mitigation, sustainable architecture, and smart technologies like IoT and AI. The exhibition runs until 1 March 2026.

GreenFILE Database

Dive into GreenFILE database for scholarly insights on global warming, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, pollution control, the human impact on the environment and more.

Open Educational Resources on Green Innovations

Explore our PolyU Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal for free access to materials on green innovation. These resources, which include films and online content about climate solutions and green energy, will keep you informed about the latest developments in sustainability.

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