Institutional Development Scheme Research Infrastructure Grant
Supports Hong Kong self-financing universities to establish or enhance research centres aligned with their strategic research priorities.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline) | June 2027 (Applicant update deadline)
Funding Amounts: Funding ceiling per project: HK$3M–14M, based on staff/student numbers; project duration up to 3 years.
Summary: Supports Hong Kong self-financing degree-awarding institutions to build or enhance research centres aligned with institutional strategies.
Key Information: Applications must be institution-based and submitted by the Head of Institution.
Description
The Institutional Development Scheme (IDS) Research Infrastructure Grant is designed to strengthen the research capacity of local self-financing degree-awarding institutions in Hong Kong. The grant aims to support the establishment of new research centres or the enhancement of existing centres that are strategically important to the institution. Proposals must align with the institution’s strategic development plan and demonstrate how the funding will enrich academic rigor and expand research portfolios. Funding covers direct costs for research infrastructure (e.g., equipment, materials) and activities such as seminars, workshops, conferences, and exchange programmes. Collaboration and integration among research centres are encouraged to maximize research impact.
