Recap of xQAP Live Q&A Session 1 (2025-11-10)

Meeting summary

Key takeaways

• The meeting was an xQAP Live Q&A Session, discussing the PhD program and research opportunities at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST-GZ).
• The university has a unique structure with hubs and thrusts, promoting interdisciplinarity, and the Computational Media and Arts (CMA) Thrust is one of four thrusts within the Information Hub.
• The PhD program in CMA focuses on research, with a broad range of student backgrounds blending art, science, and technology.
• Two fully funded PhD positions and one or two research assistant positions are available in the Cross Quantum Artistic Practices (xQAP) group, led by Dr. Omar Costa Hamido.
• The application deadline for international students is December 5, with a later deadline for Chinese prospective students.

Q & A summary

Research Opportunities and PhD Program

Candidate: May I have some opportunity or changes to talk about a research proposal or directions with you in person, since I currently live in Guangzhou?
OCH: Yes, definitely, there's an opportunity to talk about research in person. You can come by on November 29th, and we can discuss further. If you've already submitted the interest form, I'll review it before reaching out with feedback.