BEIJING, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily:
Sun Yat-sen University, founded in 1924, has consistently achieved breakthroughs in fields such as medical technology and sustainability research in recent years, bolstering its global reputation in higher education.
A recent notable achievement is the world's first remote robotic subretinal injection surgery, performed on Nov 2. Powered by a domestically developed 5G ophthalmic surgical robot, the operation enabled real-time connectivity between the main control terminal in Guangzhou and the surgical terminal in Urumqi, some 4,200 kilometers apart.
The surgery was led by the university's Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, in collaboration with Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps Hospital, the university's School of Computer Science and Engineering, and Guangzhou Oculotronics Medical Instrument.
Gao Song, the university's president, attributes its status as a hub for groundbreaking research and top-tier talent to several key factors, including robust resource support.
The university offers ample start-up research grants, dedicated laboratory space, and generous student enrollment allocations. It also provides flexible time frames, such as a six-year pre-tenure evaluation period, which protects researchers from short-term performance pressures.
Additionally, the university's commitment to academic freedom empowers scholars to pursue novel interdisciplinary directions without being restricted to team focuses.
In recent years, its young faculty has emerged as a dynamic force in cross-disciplinary research, driving remarkable innovation.
In June, the university established an institute for frontier interdisciplinary research in health science and technology, integrating resources from its 10 affiliated hospitals and eight medical schools.
The institute targets areas such as clinical immunology, cell science, intelligent medicine, and systems medicine, aiming to advance the Healthy China strategy and catalyze research collaborations that overcome clinical challenges.
Complementary achievements include the development of medical technologies like laparoscopic surgical robots and nasopharyngeal carcinoma detection kits, showcasing Sun Yat-sen University's commitment to translating research into practical solutions.
In the realm of environmental science, the university continues to expand its contributions to marine science and ecological protection research.
In August, the research vessel Sun Yat-sen University conducted a 6,000-meter deep-sea remotely operated vehicle test in the South China Sea. It is now among the few Chinese vessels capable of such operations, serving as a crucial tool for advancing ecological and marine studies.
Its icebreaker vessel Zhong Shan Da Xue Ji Di returned to Guangzhou in September after completing the 2025 Arctic scientific expedition, bringing back valuable polar environmental data.
This effort has improved China's polar multimethod three-dimensional collaborative observation capabilities, deepened understanding of sea ice-hydrology-chemistry-ecology interactions, and promoted multidisciplinary integration and talent training.
Furthermore, from July to October 2024, Sun Yat-sen University led China's first Arctic research expedition initiated by a university. The expedition executed a number of major national scientific research projects, yielding comprehensive data on the Arctic air-sea environment and enriching scientific understanding of rapid changes in the Arctic Ocean.
Previously, the university established deep-sea, deep-space, and deep-earth disciplinary clusters at its Zhuhai campus, creating dedicated centers for marine science and polar research, contributing to global environmental governance and sustainable development.
In recent years, its initiatives have extended beyond technology and science into cultural engagement. Projects such as the university's history museum, the original musical production Xia's Legacy, and the historical play Poetry of Youth allow young students to understand historical inheritance through performance art.
Meanwhile, the university continues to strengthen special collections in its libraries, enrich reading resources, and provide cultural nourishment for teachers and students.
With campuses in Guangzhou, Zhuhai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong, the university integrates resources across these locations to establish an interdisciplinary collaborative network involving local governments and enterprises.
The university also leverages the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao University Alliance to foster cross-border interdisciplinary cooperation and talent aggregation.
A century after its founding, the university remains committed to its mission of nurturing innovative talents equipped with critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It continuously addresses global challenges, underscoring its dedication to research, education, and societal progress.
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Sun Yat-sen University fosters ecosystem for talent and innovation
- Company named "Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company (Achieving Greater than $1 Billion in Annual Sales)" and "Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company" simultaneously
- Accelerates recovery from market downturn leveraging world-class HBM leadership; Global management performance recognized
- Reflects company's technology leadership and customer-centric execution
- SK Chairman Chey Tae-won emphasizes: "Technological competitiveness must remain unwavering in challenging times"
- Commits to driving new customer value and leading global AI market growth as a "Full-Stack AI Memory Creator"
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has been named the winner of the Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company Award (Achieving Greater than $1 Billion in Annual Sales)[1] and the Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company Award[2] at the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA)[3] Awards 2025, held on December 4 PST in Santa Clara, California.
| [1]The Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company Award: A category recognizing public semiconductor companies based on financial soundness and operational efficiency. Awards are presented in two categories — annual sales over $1 billion and annual sales under $1 billion — and are considered among the most authoritative honors in the global semiconductor industry. |
| [2]Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company Award: A special category recognizing semiconductor companies headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region based on comprehensive evaluations including product excellence, business vision, leadership, and market success. |
| [3]GSA(Global Semiconductor Alliance): A global CEO-level semiconductor organization serving as a hub for technological information sharing across more than 25 countries and over 250 corporate members. |
The GSA Awards, organized annually since 1996, are regarded as the most prestigious honors in the global semiconductor sector, recognizing outstanding performance in leadership, financial results and industry reputation. SK hynix secured its second win in the financial management category following 2017, and its first recognition as the top Asia-Pacific semiconductor company. The dual achievement reinforces the company's reputation as a leading global technology innovator.
While the semiconductor industry faced a severe downturn just two years ago, the company has been the fastest to rebound thanks to its advanced AI memory technologies including HBM. This performance has resulted in global recognition for its operational excellence and financial execution. SK hynix plans to continue building sustainable growth with its dominant leadership in the AI memory market.
The awards reflect the company's proactive delivery of groundbreaking HBM solutions and its steadfast commitment to customer-centric performance in surging global AI demand. SK Chairman Chey Tae-won has consistently emphasized that securing technological competitiveness must remain unwavering, especially during challenging times. This long-term focus on technology investment and global cooperation network has contributed to the company's improved performance and reinforced financial health.
Driven by this strategy, SK hynix has recorded historic performance throughout 2025. For the first three quarters, the company reported revenue of 64 trillion won and operating profit of 28 trillion won in total, positioning it well to surpass its previous full-year earnings record set in 2024 (66 trillion won in revenue and 23 trillion won in operating profit).
Financial health has also significantly strengthened. As of the end of the third quarter, cash and cash equivalents reached 27.9 trillion won, up 10.9 trillion won quarter-over-quarter, while interest bearing debt decreased to 24.1 trillion won— successfully transitioning into a net cash position of approximately 4 trillion won.
To secure long-term leadership in AI memory, SK hynix is accelerating major investments. The Cheongju M15X fab, which opened its cleanroom earlier than planned in October, is on track to begin HBM mass production in the first half of next year. Construction of the first fab in the Yongin Semiconductor Cluster, launched in February, is also progressing ahead of schedule.
With its recent financial achievements and continued expansion, SK hynix is expected to further solidify its AI memory leadership going forward.
SK hynix was represented at the ceremony by Justin Kim, President & Head of AI Infra at SK hynix, and Sungsoo Ryu, President of SK hynix America. "It is a great honor to receive this award." Kim said, "We will continue to lead the market and create new value for customers as a Full-Stack AI Memory Creator, driving growth across the global AI ecosystem."
About SK hynix Inc.
SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world's top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips ("DRAM") and flash memory chips ("NAND flash") for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company's shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SK hynix Inc. (or "the company", www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has been named the winner of the Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company Award (Achieving Greater than $1 Billion in Annual Sales)[1] and the Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company Award[2] at the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA)[3] Awards 2025, held on December 4 PST in Santa Clara, California.
| [1]The Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company Award: A category recognizing public semiconductor companies based on financial soundness and operational efficiency. Awards are presented in two categories — annual sales over $1 billion and annual sales under $1 billion — and are considered among the most authoritative honors in the global semiconductor industry. |
| [2]Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company Award: A special category recognizing semiconductor companies headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region based on comprehensive evaluations including product excellence, business vision, leadership, and market success. |
| [3]GSA(Global Semiconductor Alliance): A global CEO-level semiconductor organization serving as a hub for technological information sharing across more than 25 countries and over 250 corporate members. |
[1]The Best Financially Managed Semiconductor Company Award: A category recognizing public semiconductor companies based on financial soundness and operational efficiency. Awards are presented in two categories — annual sales over $1 billion and annual sales under $1 billion — and are considered among the most authoritative honors in the global semiconductor industry.
[2]Outstanding Asia-Pacific Semiconductor Company Award: A special category recognizing semiconductor companies headquartered in the Asia-Pacific region based on comprehensive evaluations including product excellence, business vision, leadership, and market success.
[3]GSA(Global Semiconductor Alliance): A global CEO-level semiconductor organization serving as a hub for technological information sharing across more than 25 countries and over 250 corporate members.
The GSA Awards, organized annually since 1996, are regarded as the most prestigious honors in the global semiconductor sector, recognizing outstanding performance in leadership, financial results and industry reputation. SK hynix secured its second win in the financial management category following 2017, and its first recognition as the top Asia-Pacific semiconductor company. The dual achievement reinforces the company's reputation as a leading global technology innovator.
While the semiconductor industry faced a severe downturn just two years ago, the company has been the fastest to rebound thanks to its advanced AI memory technologies including HBM. This performance has resulted in global recognition for its operational excellence and financial execution. SK hynix plans to continue building sustainable growth with its dominant leadership in the AI memory market.
The awards reflect the company's proactive delivery of groundbreaking HBM solutions and its steadfast commitment to customer-centric performance in surging global AI demand. SK Chairman Chey Tae-won has consistently emphasized that securing technological competitiveness must remain unwavering, especially during challenging times. This long-term focus on technology investment and global cooperation network has contributed to the company's improved performance and reinforced financial health.
Driven by this strategy, SK hynix has recorded historic performance throughout 2025. For the first three quarters, the company reported revenue of 64 trillion won and operating profit of 28 trillion won in total, positioning it well to surpass its previous full-year earnings record set in 2024 (66 trillion won in revenue and 23 trillion won in operating profit).
Financial health has also significantly strengthened. As of the end of the third quarter, cash and cash equivalents reached 27.9 trillion won, up 10.9 trillion won quarter-over-quarter, while interest bearing debt decreased to 24.1 trillion won— successfully transitioning into a net cash position of approximately 4 trillion won.
To secure long-term leadership in AI memory, SK hynix is accelerating major investments. The Cheongju M15X fab, which opened its cleanroom earlier than planned in October, is on track to begin HBM mass production in the first half of next year. Construction of the first fab in the Yongin Semiconductor Cluster, launched in February, is also progressing ahead of schedule.
With its recent financial achievements and continued expansion, SK hynix is expected to further solidify its AI memory leadership going forward.
SK hynix was represented at the ceremony by Justin Kim, President & Head of AI Infra at SK hynix, and Sungsoo Ryu, President of SK hynix America. "It is a great honor to receive this award." Kim said, "We will continue to lead the market and create new value for customers as a Full-Stack AI Memory Creator, driving growth across the global AI ecosystem."
About SK hynix Inc.
SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world's top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips ("DRAM") and flash memory chips ("NAND flash") for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company's shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.
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SK hynix Honored with Two Major Titles at GSA Awards 2025
