Key facts
- King Li, a scientist born in Hong Kong, has been appointed founding dean of the city's third medical school.
- Li is a physician-scientist specializing in biomedical imaging.
- He previously served as the founding dean of the Carle Illinois College of Medicine in the US.
- The University of Science and Technology announced his appointment on Monday.
The establishment of a new medical school in Hong Kong signifies an expansion of the city's higher education and healthcare research capabilities. The appointment of an experienced founding dean is a crucial step in building the institution's academic foundation, curriculum, and research programs.