A Multifaceted Scholar Bridging Biomedical Science and Educational Innovation
Dr. John Yuen serves as a distinguished biomedical scientist and educator at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, bringing extensive expertise in pathology from his training in Hong Kong and the United States. His academic credentials are enhanced by his status as a Chartered Scientist and Fellow of both the Royal Society of Biology and the Royal Society for Public Health in the United Kingdom. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he has demonstrated excellence in teaching against the UK Professional Standards Framework. His pioneering work in educational innovation includes implementing flipped classroom methodologies and collaborative learning approaches, particularly in teaching human anatomy and life sciences to healthcare programs. He has led the development of a stereoscopic 3-D anatomical visualizer at HKPolyU, revolutionizing student learning experiences. His research portfolio spans bladder cancer, immunotherapy, and population health assessment, with particular focus on urology and men's health. He has made significant contributions to stroke research, bridging service gaps through technology-based education and biomarker studies. In his administrative role, he serves as the MOOCs Lead at HKPolyU, shaping policy decisions for online education while chairing various university-level committees. His work has garnered significant attention, with numerous publications in prestigious journals and successful completion of major research projects, including the development of innovative teaching tools like the Stereoscopic Anatomy Visualizer