On 12 May, the Library hosted a vibrant exhibition opening that drew in art lovers. In a heartwarming show of support, friends of Dr Sze Chi Ching sent in 90 beautiful flower baskets, creating a stunning display outside the Library. While the flowers added charm to the event, the Library team saw an opportunity to extend their beauty and their purpose. Rather than letting the blooms go to waste, the Library reached out to the Sustainability/Net-Zero Office the next day with an idea: invite the campus community to take home the flowers and recycle the wooden frames. The Sustainability/Net-Zero Office enthusiastically supported the initiative and helped spread the word within 3 hours. The Campus Management Office also played a key role by sending the housekeeping team and cleaners to help tidy up the space, ensuring everything was neat and welcoming for the community. The response was overwhelming. Students, staff, and faculty came together to give the flowers a second life, brightening homes and offices across campus. It was a joyful moment of sharing, sustainability, and community spirit. This simple yet impactful gesture not only reduced waste but also reminded everyone that small actions can make a big difference.

Embargo periods? Green or Gold OA? Data archiving rules? With publications piling up, navigating publisher and funder policies to enable open access can feel like a maze.

Kowloon City’s vibrant streets, lined with timeworn shops scented with dried seafood and aged tea, are woven into the heart of Hong Kong.

You may notice that starting from May 6, 2025, a little owl-like icon appears on our Library homepage. This is our new HKUST Library Chatbot (beta)! It is now on a two-month pilot program until the end of June. Developed through our DS CoLab initiative—where students team up with the Library staff to explore digital tools and AI applications—the chatbot uses ChatGPT technology to answer your general questions about library services.

In today's data-driven research landscape, effective data management and sharing are essential for advancing knowledge.