OPPO and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) have expanded their existing partnership to further develop AI imaging technology. The enhanced collaboration, marked by increased funding and technology investment from OPPO, upgrades the “PolyU-OPPO Joint Innovation Lab” to the ‘Joint Innovation Research Centre.’
Key takeaways from the expanded partnership include:
- Increased Investment: OPPO has committed to investing at least RMB 30 million over the next five years.
- Focus on AI Imaging: The partnership will concentrate on advancing AI imaging technology through joint research and development.
- Talent Development: The collaboration will support the training of PhD and postdoctoral researchers, fostering a new generation of experts in AI imaging.
- GBA Integration: The partnership contributes to the integration of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) by strengthening academia-industry collaboration.
Previous achievements of the Joint Lab include:
- Development and implementation of leading imaging algorithms, such as AI super-resolution and HDR imaging, which have been incorporated into OPPO products
- Exploration of cutting-edge technologies like image restoration, detail enhancement, and interactive image and video editing
- Cultivation of talented PhD and postdoctoral researchers who are contributing to OPPO’s AI imaging advancements.
This strengthened partnership between OPPO and PolyU aims to drive innovation in AI imaging technology and contribute to the technological advancement and talent development within the GBA.
Regarding this, Jason LIAO, President of OPPO Research Institute, said:
In the three years of collaboration between OPPO and PolyU, we have witnessed significant technological breakthroughs and notable achievements in talent cultivation through the Joint Lab.
Adhering to our mission of ‘Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World’, OPPO is dedicated to deepening the integration of academia-industry cooperation in the field of AI through this renewal, bringing more innovative intelligent imaging experiences to global users.
Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, President of PolyU, said:
To address the opportunities and challenges of the AI era, PolyU will officially establish the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences in January 2025. This is an important move to implement the University’s innovation development strategy, aiming to meet growing technological needs and support talent nurturing. The Department of Computing, which houses the Joint Innovation Research Centre will also join the new faculty. The new structure will effectively promote in-depth exchanges and collaboration among research teams and create more impactful outcomes. We believe that this in-depth cooperation with OPPO will enable us to fully seize opportunities and actively promote technological innovation and knowledge transfer.