European Union - Hong Kong Research Cooperation Co-funding Mechanism by the RGC
Supports collaborative research and researcher exchanges between Hong Kong and Europe in food, agriculture, biosolutions, climate change, and biodiversity under the Horizon Europe framework.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates: July 6, 2026 (Full application) | August 3, 2026 (Essential updates & ethics/safety approvals)
Funding Amounts: Up to HK$3 million per research project or HK$0.5 million for exchange grants; project duration up to 5 years or duration of Horizon Europe project, whichever is shorter.
Summary: Supports joint research and researcher exchanges between Hong Kong and European teams in food, agriculture, biosolutions, climate change, and biodiversity under Horizon Europe.
Description
This scheme fosters collaboration between research teams at University Grants Committee (UGC)-funded universities in Hong Kong and European partners through co-funded projects under the Horizon Europe framework. It aims to leverage complementary strengths in food, agriculture, biosolutions (agri-food sector), climate change, and biodiversity, while also supporting researcher mobility/exchange. The program is designed to enhance world-class scientific outcomes, provide training for young researchers, and increase the impact of research conducted in Hong Kong.
