Institute of Future Cities (IOFC) established in 2013, which aims to create a hub for researchers in diverse fields to collaborate in examining a wide range of past and present urban issues and to collectively envision, research and advocate innovative approaches to shape future cities to be environmentally friendly, economically prosperous and socially just. The Institute serves as a research hub for local as well as international scholars; a base to enhance learning and teaching for CUHK and; a dynamic Institute for evidence-based knowledge transfer as well as an Institute that vibrates with positive energy and hope in the construction of sustainable future cities.