Renowned neuroscientist Nancy Ip set to become Hong Kong University of Science and Technology’s next president as council chairman confirms appointment to be discussed on Friday


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Renowned neuroscientist Nancy Ip Yuk-yu is set to become Hong Kong University of Science and Technology’s (HKUST) next president, with the chairman of its governing council confirming her appointment will be discussed on Friday. If appointed, Ip will become the first woman to head a public university in Hong Kong. The Post last Friday reported that Ip, a top Alzheimer’s disease expert, was recommended by a university search committee to be the next leader, replacing incumbent Wei Shyy who steps down in October. In a letter to students, colleagues and alumni, Andrew Liao Cheung-sing, council chairman at HKUST, confirmed Ip...