HONG KONG, July 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lingnan University participated in the Times Higher Education's Digital Universities Asia 2024 conference, held from 1 to 3 July in Bali, Indonesia, where Prof S. Joe Qin, President and Wai Kee Kau Chair Professor of Data Science of Lingnan University, delivered a keynote talk and took part in a roundtable discussion, contributing valuable insights to this prestigious annual event. This year, the conference focused on transforming academic institutions into more accessible and inclusive environments, and pointed out the current groundbreaking innovations at the intersection of academic progress and technological advancement. The conference is an important platform where leaders in higher education, industry, and policy exchange ideas on leveraging cutting-edge digital tools and technologies.
President Qin, who is a world-famous data scientist, delivered a keynote address titled "Reimagining Higher Education in the Age of AI", delving into the profound impact of the digital revolution on higher education. He addressed critical issues such as curriculum transformation, the relevance of AI to a well-rounded education in the arts and sciences, the potential obsolescence of traditional education models, and strategies to enhance students' critical thinking skills in the era of generative AI.
He also stressed how the rapid development of generative AI and large language models has sparked a new wave of intellectual innovation, saying "The application of AI has increased productivity across various industries and improved the efficiency of teaching and learning. In today's digital era, we are all exposed to new media and encounter new experiences. Whether receiving news or shopping, we cannot escape AI and digitally generated recommendations. In the process of cognition and communication for work and life, we either receive or produce content generated with the help of AI. Therefore, higher education institutions are faced with the decision of whether to embrace it or prohibit it. As an institution that cultivates the next generation of talents, Lingnan University has decided to embrace the digital transformation through reforming the design of disciplines. Disruptive technology may replace existing professions but also create new positions. Balancing skills training and promoting students' whole-person development is crucial."
After President Qin's speech, a roundtable discussion titled "Building a Future-Ready Institution: Leveraging Technology to Transform Higher Education" was held in partnership with Lingnan University. President Qin of Lingnan University; Prof Stephen Park Yong-seung, Professor of Industrial Relations and Human Resources and Director of the Institute for Peace through Commerce of the Kyung Hee University School of Management; and Prof Shoichiro Iwakiri, President of International Christian University, explored the strategies, opportunities, and challenges of using technology to drive digital transformation in higher education. The exchange of views concentrated on how Asia's higher education sector can harness the power of AI and innovative technologies to create an inclusive and empowering environment for learning and knowledge exchange.
The discussion centred on experiences, insights and alternative methods, and how universities are navigating the digital landscape to revolutionise teaching, learning and administrative processes. The university leaders also exchanged examples of best practices, successful case studies, and pioneering approaches to prepare students for future workforce demands, making sure their institutions are ready to equip students for evolving global challenges and opportunities.
President Qin noted that Lingnan University offers a comprehensive arts and sciences programme, addressing impactful research and innovation in the digital era. He said "We are implementing a distinctive teaching model at Lingnan University, including making generative AI a core course for all first-year students in the 2024/25 academic year. The recently established School of Data Science has elevated the existing Bachelor of Science in Data Science programme to school level, making it easier for students from the Faculties of Arts, Business, and Social Sciences, the School of Graduate Studies, and the School of Interdisciplinary Studies to acquire cross-disciplinary learning. Our aim is to equip students with AI literacy and critical thinking skills, publish influential and experimental research, and help them stand out in the era of innovation and technology."
Lingnan University will be the key host of Digital Universities Asia 2025, which will take place on their main campus in Tuen Mun, Hong Kong on 8 and 9 July 2025.
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President S. Joe Qin of Lingnan University shares insights at Digital Universities Asia 2024 in Indonesia
As more recovery moves beyond hospitals, Comfytemp continues its mission of bringing practical, technology-driven wellness solutions into everyday homes.
LOS ANGELES, July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recovering from knee surgery has traditionally required patients to balance pain management, swelling control, limited mobility, and regular physical therapy—all while adapting to life outside the hospital. As healthcare increasingly shifts toward outpatient procedures and home-based rehabilitation, consumers are looking for recovery solutions that are not only effective, but also practical, affordable, and easy to use.
Recognizing this growing need, Comfytemp, a consumer wellness brand focused on accessible home recovery technology, today announced the availability of its K91C1 Smart Cold Therapy System, a cold therapy solution designed to make post-operative recovery more comfortable and convenient for individuals recovering at home.
While cold therapy has long been incorporated into physician-directed rehabilitation protocols following orthopedic procedures, many patients continue to rely on traditional ice packs that melt quickly, require frequent replacement, and provide inconsistent cooling. For individuals with limited mobility during the first days or weeks after surgery, even simple tasks such as replacing ice or bending to adjust equipment can become unnecessary challenges.
Rather than viewing these inconveniences as unavoidable, Comfytemp approached the problem from a different perspective.
"We believe recovery technology should adapt to people's daily lives—not the other way around," said a spokesperson for Comfytemp. "Leaving the hospital shouldn't mean sacrificing comfort or convenience. Our goal is to make high-quality recovery experiences accessible to more households through thoughtful design and practical innovation."
A Growing Focus on Recovery at Home
The way people recover is changing.
Advances in surgical techniques, enhanced recovery protocols, and improvements in outpatient care mean that more patients are spending less time in hospitals and more time completing rehabilitation in their own homes. As a result, home recovery has become an increasingly important part of the overall healthcare journey.
This shift has also changed consumer expectations.
Today's recovery products are expected to do more than perform a single function. Consumers increasingly value products that are intuitive, reliable, quiet, portable, and comfortable enough to integrate naturally into everyday life.
For Comfytemp, this evolution represents an opportunity to rethink how recovery products should be designed.
Instead of developing equipment exclusively for clinical environments, the company focuses on products built around real-life recovery experiences—supporting people as they rest, sleep, work remotely, or continue daily routines during rehabilitation.
Making Professional-Style Recovery More Accessible
Professional cold therapy systems have long been recognized for their ability to provide consistent cooling throughout recovery sessions. However, many consumers have traditionally associated this type of technology with specialized medical facilities or expensive equipment.
Comfytemp believes effective recovery technology should be accessible to a much wider audience.
The company's product philosophy centers on delivering practical features that genuinely improve the recovery experience without adding unnecessary complexity or cost.
The newly introduced K91C1 Smart Cold Therapy System reflects that philosophy.
Designed specifically for home use following knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, arthroscopic surgery, and other physician-directed recovery programs, the system combines continuous cold therapy with user-friendly controls intended to simplify everyday rehabilitation.
Key features include:
- A 9.5-quart insulated reservoir capable of supporting up to 12 hours of continuous cooling when used with frozen water bottles or ice
- Wireless remote control for convenient operation without bending or reaching
- Real-time water temperature monitoring
- Six adjustable flow settings
- Programmable therapy and rest cycles
- Timer settings from 30 minutes to 12 hours
- Quiet pump operation suitable for daytime and nighttime use
- Adjustable knee therapy wrap designed for post-operative comfort
- FSA/HSA eligibility for qualified purchases
Each feature was developed with one guiding principle: making recovery easier rather than more complicated.
Instead of requiring users to constantly monitor ice levels or interrupt rest to adjust settings, the K91C1 is designed to help patients spend more time focusing on recovery itself.
Recovery Technology Should Be Built Around People
At Comfytemp, product development begins with a simple question:
What makes recovery unnecessarily difficult?
For many individuals recovering from orthopedic surgery, the answer often extends beyond pain itself.
Limited mobility, interrupted sleep, frequent equipment adjustments, inconsistent therapy, and the physical effort required to manage traditional recovery tools can all add unnecessary stress during an already challenging period.
These everyday frustrations continue to inspire Comfytemp's broader approach to product development.
Across its expanding portfolio—including heating therapy, TENS devices, red light therapy, compression recovery systems, and cold therapy solutions—the company focuses on creating products that emphasize usability, comfort, affordability, and long-term value.
Rather than building products solely around technical specifications, Comfytemp designs solutions around the real experiences of people recovering at home.
Building a More Complete Home Recovery Ecosystem
The introduction of the K91C1 represents more than the launch of another product.
It reflects Comfytemp's ongoing investment in building a comprehensive ecosystem of wellness and recovery technologies that support individuals through different stages of healing and everyday pain management.
Whether recovering after surgery, managing chronic discomfort, relieving muscle soreness after exercise, or simply improving daily comfort, consumers increasingly seek products that fit naturally into modern lifestyles.
Comfytemp believes home recovery should be proactive rather than reactive—empowering individuals with accessible tools that help them stay active, recover comfortably, and take greater ownership of their long-term well-being.
As demand for consumer recovery technology continues to grow, the company plans to expand its portfolio with additional solutions that combine practical functionality, thoughtful design, and approachable pricing.
"Our vision extends far beyond a single product," the company spokesperson added. "We're building a brand centered on helping people recover better, feel better, and live more comfortably every day. Every product we develop is another step toward making professional-inspired recovery technology available to more families."
The Comfytemp K91C1 Smart Cold Therapy System is now available through the company's official website.
About Comfytemp
Comfytemp is a wellness technology brand dedicated to making home recovery simpler, more comfortable, and more accessible. The company's product portfolio includes heating pads, cold therapy systems, TENS units, red light therapy devices, and compression recovery solutions designed to support pain relief, post-exercise recovery, and post-operative rehabilitation. By combining practical innovation with user-centered design, Comfytemp continues to expand its mission of helping consumers build healthier recovery routines at home.
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Comfytemp Expands Its Home Recovery Portfolio With Smart Cold Therapy System Designed to Make Post-Surgery Recovery More Accessible
