Kristy Luk is a high school student at Hong Kong International School in Hong Kong. She enjoys solving real-world problems through mathematics, chemistry, and computer science.
Academic Achievements and Research Experience
Kristy has earned top honours in mathematics and chemistry competitions. These include the International Math League, the Hong Kong Mathematics Kangaroo Contest, and the University of Waterloo’s Avogadro Exam.
She also received the Design Award with her school’s robotics team at the 2022 Hong Kong Tech Challenge Game.
In addition, Kristy received an internship offer from the University of Hong Kong’s Department of Chemistry. There, she worked on developing hydrogel-based biomaterials. The project explored ways to influence biomolecular functions and cell behaviours.
Music and Community Service
Beyond academics, Kristy has a strong passion for music. She is a dedicated cellist who has performed solo at Carnegie Hall. She also won first prize at the International Paris Grand Prize Virtuoso Competition. This achievement earned her an invitation to perform at the Salzburg Mozarteum.
Kristy has also participated in the Hong Kong Schools Music Festival for several years. She serves as co-principal cellist in her school orchestra and enjoys performing chamber music at charity concerts.
Her commitment to service extends beyond music. She volunteers with the Changing Young Lives Foundation and UNICEF. She also performs for elderly audiences and tutors students at the Math & Science Center.
Research on COVID-19 Sewage Surveillance
At CCIR Academy, Kristy conducted a research project titled “Optimising COVID-19 Sewage Surveillance by Mixed Integer Linear Programming.”
Her research examines how mathematical modelling can improve sewage surveillance systems. These systems help track the spread of COVID-19.
The project uses mixed integer linear programming to explore ways to make surveillance more efficient and cost-effective. It also considers how optimisation can improve the overall performance of these systems.
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