Dr. Chammy Lau

Dr Chammy Lau has been a faculty member at the College of Professional and Continung Education of Hong Kong Polytechnic University over 18 years. She holds a BA (Honours) in Tourism Management and an MSc in Information Systems from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, as well as a Ph.D. in Social Science from The University of Hong Kong. With a strong commitment to interdisciplinary education, Dr Lau integrates insights from tourism studies, geography, and information systems to foster innovative teaching and research approaches. Her expertise in ICT applications enhances her ability to explore digital transformations in tourism, hospitality, and education. She has contributed extensively to scholarly research and consultancy, with publications in internationally refereed journals and presentations at leading conferences. Her current research examines VR/AR, place identity, sense of place, island tourism and corporate social responsibility, emphasizing the role of technology in sustainable tourism development and community engagement. Dr Lau continues to advance interdisciplinary collaboration to bridge academia and industry through research-driven solutions.