National Natural Science Foundation of China/RGC Joint Research Scheme
Supports joint research and conferences in six priority science areas, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange between Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland researchers.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027: Preliminary proposal deadline | January 2027: Conference proposal deadline | February 2027: Submission of copy of Mainland proposal | May 2027: Full proposal deadline
Funding Amounts: Research grants: up to HK$1.25 million/project (4 years); Conference grants: up to HK$250,000/conference (2–3 days)
Summary: Supports collaborative research and conferences between Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland researchers in six priority areas.
Key Information: Parallel submission to Hong Kong RGC and Chinese Mainland NSFC required; eligibility and collaboration rules apply.
Description
The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)/Research Grants Council (RGC) of Hong Kong Joint Research Scheme (JRS) aims to promote and support collaborative research and academic conferences between researchers in Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland. The scheme targets six key research areas: Information Technology, Life Science, New Materials Science, Marine and Environmental Science, Medicine, and Management Science. Proposals that leverage complementary strengths from both regions are encouraged, and up to two conference grants are available annually for events held in Hong Kong. The scheme is designed to advance research excellence, foster knowledge exchange, and build long-term partnerships between the two regions.
