Collaborative Research Project Grant supports university research groups in interdisciplinary, cross-university research to build research capacity and develop areas of research strength in Hong Kong.
An application deadline of 23 February 2026 has been added for the 2026/27 funding round.
Young Collaborative Research Grant supports early-stage academics leading interdisciplinary group research to build collaborative leadership, train local talent and strengthen research in Hong Kong.
Collaborative Research Equipment Grant supports university researchers with shared equipment, library resources and facility access to advance high-quality collaborative research in Hong Kong.
Research Matching Grant Scheme supports Hong Kong higher education institutions by matching non-public research funding to diversify support, build local talent and strengthen industry and community ties.
Institutional Development Scheme Collaborative Research Grant supports Hong Kong’s self-financing institutions in collaborative and cross-disciplinary research to strengthen research output.
General Research Fund supports university researchers undertaking basic and applied research to advance knowledge, address specific functional needs, or deliver benefits to society.