The French National Research Agency (Agence Nationale de la Recherche)/RGC Joint Research Scheme
This grant funds collaborative, high-impact scientific research projects between French and Hong Kong teams, emphasizing balanced international partnerships and joint scientific excellence.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (ANR pre-registration) | March 2027 (ANR full proposal) | March 2027 (RGC joint proposal + supplement, HK applicants)
Funding Amounts: Up to HK$3 million per project (Hong Kong side, excl. on-costs); project duration: 36 or 48 months; French partners funded separately by ANR.
Summary: Supports collaborative research projects between French and Hong Kong teams, emphasizing impactful, balanced scientific partnerships.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check program page for updates.
Description
This scheme, jointly run by the French National Research Agency (ANR) and the Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC), funds collaborative research projects between French and Hong Kong research teams. The program aims to foster high-quality, impactful scientific partnerships that demonstrate added value through international collaboration, effective project management, and balanced contributions from both sides. Projects must have a duration of either 36 or 48 months, and funding is provided separately by each agency to their respective national teams.
