Research Impact Fund
Forecasted
The Research Impact Fund by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council supports collaborative, translational research projects that deliver tangible societal benefits beyond academia.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Preliminary proposals | March 2027: Hard & soft copy submissions (both projected)
Funding Amounts: HK$3–10 million per project (RGC share); 3–5 year duration; 30% matching funds required from university/partners
Summary: Supports impactful, translational research with societal benefits and encourages collaborations beyond academia in Hong Kong.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—check program page for official updates.
Description
The Research Impact Fund (RIF) is a competitive grant scheme established by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council to promote research projects that deliver tangible benefits to society and foster collaborations that go beyond academia. The program encourages researchers to demonstrate the potential societal impact of their work and to engage with external partners such as government, industry, and research institutes. RIF places a strong emphasis on translational and collaborative research with clear pathways to impact.
