PNLC Directory
The Education University of Hong Kong
University President/Center Director
Prof. Rudolf Wu
Country
Focus Area
Summary of training and learning activities
PEMSEA workshops, training sessions, and other learning activities
Non-PEMSEA
University-led workshops, training sessions, and other learning activities
6.1 Reduce the proportion of untreated wastewater being discharged into drainage systems, rivers and coastal waters
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Research
New methods to evaluate removal efficiencies of heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants in waste water treatment processes and discharges (e.g. using Artificial mussels, SPMDs and biomarkers)
Cost effective removal of nutrients in wastewater |
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6.4 Increase in number of people with access to secure and safe potable water in accordance with national water quality crieteria and/or standards
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Research
Eutrophication and hypoxia: impact on marine ecosystem structure and function, biogeochemical processes and cycles, microbial function, recovery
Impact of hypoxia on fish: impairment on reproduction and development., trans-generational and epigenetic effects Derive water quality guidelines based on species sensitivity distribution Develop a standard toxicity test based on lethal and sublethal responses of a suite of marine organisms Rapid in situ detection of toxic metals, toxic organic compounds and endocrine disrupting chemicals using biosensors, molecular imprinting, cell assays and biomarkers Environmental and public health risk assessment |
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14.1 Scale up the protection and conservation of marine and coastal ecosystems and resources that are socially, ecologically and/or economically significant as a percentage of the areal extent of coastal and marine areas within the jurisdiction of the local government
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Research
Unravel keystone species and species that perform essential ecological functions in marine ecosystems
Identify ecosystem services of species in marine ecosystems |
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14.2 Increase the production of certified fisheries and aquaculture products in accordance with national guidelines and standards and other relevant standards if national standards do not exist
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Research
Sustainable capture and culture fisheries
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