In recognition of the generous support of the Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation for the establishment of the “Tsang Shiu Tim Endowed Chair of Chinese Medicine Clinical Studies” and in celebration of the conferment of this title on Professor Bian Zhaoxiang, Associate Vice-President (Chinese Medicine Development) of HKBU, the University organised an Inaugural Lecture on “Traditional Chinese Medicine: Science or Art?” by Professor Bian to share his wisdom and insights with the public on 12 March 2018.

Officiated by Mr. Patrick Tsang Kai Chi, representative of Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation; Mr. Cheng Yan Kee, Chairman of the Council and the Court; and Professor Roland T. Chin, President and Vice-Chancellor, the lecture was attended by Mr. Tsang’s family members including Mr. and Mrs. Tsang Wing Lok, Mr. and Mrs. Tsang Wing Wah, Ms. Tsang Wing Fun, Mr. and Mrs. Tsang Kai Yuen, and Mr. Carlson Tong, SBS, JP, Chairman of the University Grants Committee, as well as over 250 University supporters and friends, alumni, staff, students and other members from the community. .

In his welcoming remarks, Professor Chin expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation for its tremendous contributions to society, especially its staunch support to HKBU in support of its whole person education and various endeavours over the years. In his speech, Mr. Patrick Tsang Kai Chi commended the School of Chinese Medicine of the University for being a pioneer in Chinese medicine education, innovative research and provision of healthcare services in Hong Kong. He hoped that the establishment of the “Tsang Shiu Tim Endowed Chair of Chinese Medicine Clinical Studies” could further promote the University's research, clinical training and healthcare services of Chinese medicine for the benefit of the community.

After an introduction to Professor Bian made by Professor Lyu Aiping, Dean of Chinese Medicine, Professor Bian delivered his inaugural lecture. He pointed out that Chinese medicine emphasises a holistic approach—a human being is connected with nature and the surroundings as a complete unity. He said that the soul of Chinese medicine is its principle of syndrome differentiation and explained the concept and importance of preventing a disease before it develops. He hoped that the community will put a greater focus on ways to further enhance its clinical efficacy as well as its rehabilitative and healthcare value, so as to promote the development of Chinese medicine and its contribution to the world of medicine.

To express the University's sincere appreciation, Mr. Cheng Yan Kee, BBS, JP, Chairman of the Council and the Court, and Professor Roland T. Chin presented souvenirs to Mr. Patrick Tsang for the generous support of the Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation. Mr. Cheng Yan Kee and Prof. Roland Chin hosted a dinner for the Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation after the inaugural lecture.

• Profile of the Tsang Shiu Tim Charitable Foundation
• Profile of Professor Bian Zhaoxiang
• Powerpoint of Inaugural Lecture "Traditional Chinese Medicine: Science or Art?" by Professor Bian Zhaoxiang (Chinese version only)

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