At the School of Biological Sciences, we study the proximate mechanisms underlying biological systems as well as their ultimate outcomes. Our teaching and research contributes to the understanding, appreciation and conservation of nature in Hong Kong and globally.

HKU Scholars win the Global Silver Award for the Sustainability Education Literacy in QS Reimagine Education Awards 2024 Feb 06, 2025 Press release: HKUMed uncovers key mechanism linking microtubules and chemotherapy, enhancing cancer drug efficacy

The school occupies an 8-floor building with a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment for experimental biology, biotechnology, food and nutritional science, ecology, systematics, animal behaviour, plant and animal science and other areas of research.

For enquiries of Equipment Booking System, please contact Ms. Laura Wong. For enquiries of Clincial Waste Control, please contact Ms. Kelly Lau. A number of in-house development of technology makes our work easier & more efficient.

Use the Search Filter to find the various members of the Research Faculty below. Molecular and cellular mechanisms that regulate normal ovarian function and the development of ovarian cancer.

The School offers Major and Minor courses leading to a B.Sc. degree, with specializations in Biological Sciences, Ecology & Biodiversity, Food & Nutritional Science, and Molecular Biology & Biotechnology.

HKU Research Identifies PICH Protein as Key Player in Preventing Chromosome Breakage Linked to Cancer 一種名為 PICH 的蛋白質在細胞分裂過程中扮演「DNA守護者」的角色，防止可能導致癌症的遺傳損傷

From Forest to Market: Tracking virus diversity and cross-species transmission risks in African bushmeat by Dr. Brian Worthington |Detail. Room 6N11, Kadoorie Biological Sciences …

Associate Vice-President (Research and Innovation), HKU Academic Lead, Imaging and Flow Cytometry / Bioreagent / Bioresearch Support Cores, Centre for PanorOmic Sciences, HKUMed L1-47, Laboratory Block, 21 Sassoon Road, Hong Kong

Inquiry-driven learning environment to understand and appreciate life processes at different levels of biological organization. Emphasizes on both core concepts and applications. Experiential learning activities (Capstone experience). Emphasizes on scientific analysis, organizational and communication skills.