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 23 Nov - 18 Dec 2026. 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.
Discover the latest innovations, tour state-of-the-art facilities, and learn how we can support your academic success.
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: 10 November 2026 (Tue)
Time: 3.30 pm - 3.50 pm (20 minutes)
Meeting Point: The Forum, 6/F, Library
Language: English
Date: 11 November 2026 (Wed)
Time: 11.30 am - 11.50 am (20 minutes)
Meeting Point: The Forum, 6/F, Library
Language: English
Date: 12 November 2026 (Thurs)
Time: 2.30 pm - 2.50 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
The Library is excited to announce the launch of our new high-performance AI computing facilities. These resources provide a dedicated environment for everyone—from beginners to advanced users—to explore, develop, and implement AI technologies.
Whether you are learning to use AI, developing custom AI applications, or completing AI coursework, the AI workstations and notebooks are fully equipped to support your needs:
Ready-to-Use Environments: Pre-installed with Python, Jupyter Notebook, for coding and data cleaning tasks.
Advanced Capabilities: Pre-installed LLM and API endpoint, making it easy to incorporate LLM functionalities into your applications and workflows.
High-End Hardware: Optimised for AI development and research.
Please click here for detailed information on available software and hardware specifications.
The AI notebooks are available for walk-in use at i-Space (4/F, North Wing) inside the Digital Visualisation Room.
Step into the future of AI innovation today!
The International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) is a foremost global forum for advances in solid-state circuits and systems-on-a-chip. The ISSCC Short Courses and Tutorials Collection provides expert-led learning on topics such as wireless communications, artificial intelligence, circuits and systems, and more.
Short Courses: Designed for experienced professionals who wish to explore a new subject in depth. Each course lasts approximately six hours.
Tutorials: IEEE offers approximately 10 tutorials each year covering the fundamental concepts and principles of various topics. They are intended for non-experts, graduate students, and practicing engineers who wish to learn about a new area. Each tutorial lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Expiry date: 7 December 2026
Book Exhibition:
AI Reimagined: Shaping Tomorrow with Intelligence, Ethics and Creativity
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping every field of knowledge and transforming how we live, think, work and create.
As big data and automation quietly reorder society, we face a critical turning point:
“AI can already be a tool for misinformation. Soon, it could be a risk to jobs. Somewhere down the line, tech’s biggest worriers say, it could be a risk to humanity.”
— Geoffrey Hinton, The New York Times [1 May 2023]
Is AI a blessing or a curse? Are we shaping the future, or is it defining us?
This book exhibition invites you to explore the profound impact of AI through three key dimensions:
Rethink AI. Transform the future.
Check out our Physical Book Exhibition on the 📍 Library Podium Floor, which runs until 3 January 2027. Additionally, explore the latest digital resources from the Virtual Thematic Collection and Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal anytime, anywhere.
PolyU Library has won the inaugural 2026 Clarivate Library Innovation Awards (Academic Libraries – International), recognising its AI and digital transformation initiatives in resource discovery, learning and research support, operational efficiency, and staff capability building. The Awards honour libraries that create meaningful impact and enhance user experience through creativity, technology, and innovation. Since 2024, the Library’s AI transformation has prioritised user needs, staff empowerment, and sustainable technologies. Its integrated AI ecosystem, broader access to automation through agentic AI, and rigorous governance aligned with the University’s mission demonstrate its contribution to institutional advancement. This international recognition reinforces the Library’s commitment to driving student success, research excellence, and future-ready capabilities across PolyU.
華藝線上圖書館AI托特 (Airiti Library - AI Thoth)，協助讀者整理研究重點、探索研究方向、比較不同觀點，以及尋找相關學者與期刊。
功能涵蓋:
Expiry date: 30 Oct 2026
What can literature teach us about the future of AI? As part of the 2026 READ@PolyU programme, this exhibition explores how fiction has long imagined intelligent machines, human–AI relationships, and technology-driven societies.
Discover a curated collection of novels and thought-provoking works on AI, ethics, creativity, and human identity. Whether you are a science fiction enthusiast or curious about emerging technologies, this exhibition invites you to reflect on the future and your place within it.
Begin your journey from fiction to foresight today.
Visit the Display Wall on the Library Podium Floor (P/F) anytime from now until 31 October 2026 or browse our Virtual Thematic Collection.
Explore the PolyU Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal for free access to e-books, videos, courseware, and other learning materials on artificial intelligence, machine learning, generative AI, data analytics, AI ethics, and related emerging technologies.
BCC Research delivers comprehensive market intelligence and forecasting across the life sciences, digital world, materials, energy & sustainability, and artificial intelligence technology.
With five-year projections, market share analysis, and detailed competitive profiling, it helps researchers understand evolving global market dynamics and stay ahead of critical technology changes.
Key content covers:
Life Sciences: Medical & Surgical Devices, Cell Biology, Pharmaceuticals, and health maintenance
Digital World: Instrumentation & Sensors, Safety and Security, Engineering, Photonics, and Information Technology
Materials: Advanced Materials, Plastics, Chemicals, Semiconductor and Nanotechnology, and Environment
Energy & Sustainability: Water, Membranes and Separations, Fuel Cell and Battery, Food, Energy, Manufacturing and Environment
Artificial Intelligence Technology: Artificial Technology & AI Sentiment Index
Expiry date: 31 December 2026
CathayPlay is a curated streaming platform focused on Chinese-language and East Asian independent cinema. The collection supports teaching and research in disciplines such as Chinese and Asian Studies, Film and Media Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Gender Studies, Documentary Studies, and Contemporary East Asia.
Expiry date: 2 Oct 2026
PolyU Library AI Chatbot
