Strategic Topics Grant
Limited submission
The Strategic Topics Grant from the Hong Kong Research Grants Council funds collaborative research on ageing society, focusing on health, technology, and economic impacts in Hong Kong.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates: September 9, 2025 | September 10, 2026
Funding Amounts: HK$10–40 million per project (up to 5 years); total program budget HK$130 million; 90% RGC / 10% university matching required
Summary: Supports collaborative research on Hong Kong’s ageing society, focusing on health, technology, and economic challenges for community benefit.
Description
The Strategic Topics Grant (STG) is a major competitive funding scheme established by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council to foster interdisciplinary, collaborative research addressing critical issues relevant to Hong Kong’s future. The current focus is on "Demographic Change – Ageing Society," emphasizing research in:
- Health and longevity in a caring community
- Smart technology and an ageing population
- Silver society, economy, and finance
Projects may span STEM and non-STEM disciplines and are encouraged to demonstrate clear societal impact, foster partnerships within Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, and propose innovative, high-impact research pathways. Exceptionally meritorious proposals outside the three key areas but within the general domain may also be considered.
