Hong Kong–Singapore Joint Call for Proposals
The Hong Kong–Singapore Joint Call for Proposals by the Agency for Science Technology and Research funds collaborative research in AI, sustainability, and immunology between Singapore and Hong Kong.
Funder: Agency for Science Technology and Research
Due Dates: October 20, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Phase 1: up to SGD 150,000 (24 months) | Phase 2: up to SGD 300,000 (36 months, for selected projects); amounts include up to 30% indirect costs.
Summary: Supports joint research between Singapore and Hong Kong in AI for smart cities, sustainability, and immunology, fostering cross-border scientific collaboration.
Key Information: Parallel submission required to both A*STAR (Singapore) and RGC (Hong Kong); only eligible public sector institutions may apply.
Description
This funding opportunity, jointly offered by the Agency for Science Technology and Research (A*STAR) and the Hong Kong Research Grants Council (RGC), aims to promote robust research partnerships between Singapore and Hong Kong. The call supports collaborative, integrated research projects in three priority areas:
- Artificial Intelligence for Smart Cities of Tomorrow
- Science for Energy and Environmental Sustainability
- Translational Immunology and Emerging Diseases
Projects must be jointly developed and submitted by Singapore-based and Hong Kong-based public sector research teams. Funding is awarded in two phases, with competitive selection for Phase 2 based on progress and outcomes from Phase 1. The initiative is designed to support scientific discovery, technology innovation, and researcher exchange between the two regions.
