Jerry Chi Fung Ching

Mr. Jerry Chi Fung Ching

Department of Health Technology and Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, China
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Biography

Mr. Ching Chi Fung is a dedicated and accomplished researcher in the field of radiography and radiation therapy. Mr. Ching is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where he holds the prestigious UGC Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) 2023 fellowship. Mr. Ching graduated with First Class Honours in B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography (Radiation Therapy) from the same university, achieving a remarkable GPA of 3.91 and being the top scorer in his cohort. Mr. Ching's research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on radiomics prediction models, clinical utility of radiomics, and management of radiation therapy side effects. He has co-authored several high-impact publications, including studies on treatment-induced severe oral mucositis, enhancing clinical utility of radiomics, and prognostication in high-risk prostate cancer. In addition to his academic achievements, Mr. Ching has been actively involved in various research projects and clinical trials, contributing significantly to the advancement of radiotherapy and oncology. He has also been recognized with numerous awards and scholarships, such as the Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships, HKEX Foundation Scholarship for Biotechnology and Innovation 2021/22, HKSAR Government Scholarship, and Innovation and Technology Scholarship Scheme. His dedication is further demonstrated through his teaching and supervision of aspiring undergraduate students interested in research.

Affiliations

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Hong Kong, China

Department of Health Technology and Informatics

Honors and Awards

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Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme

University Grants Committee

Established in 2009 by the Research Grants Council (RGC), the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) aims to attract the world’s best and brightest minds to pursue their PhD programmes in Hong Kong universities.

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Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowships (for Postgraduate Research Students)

Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fund Council

One of the three awardees in 2024.

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Innovation and Technology Scholarship Scheme 2020

The Hongkong Federation of Youth Groups; Innovation and Technology Commission; HSBC

The Innovation and Technology Scholarship aims to provide recognition to outstanding undergraduates in universities in Hong Kong as well as opportunities of widening their international / Mainland exposure and gaining industry experience. Successful awardees will be awarded with a scholarship of not more than HK$150,000, comprising the following four components: Overseas/Mainland Attachment Programme Mentorship Programme Local Internship Programme Service Project Programme

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HKEX Foundation Scholarship for Biotechnology and Innovation

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

Awarded to candidates demonstrating achievement or potential in the areas of biotechnology or innovation, or both.

Experience

Graduate Student or Post Graduate

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

01 Sep 2023 - present

Research Assistant

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

01 Dec 2022 - 01 Aug 2023

Undergraduate Student

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

01 Sep 2018 - 01 Aug 2022