Strategic Topics Grant supports collaborative research teams studying Hong Kong’s ageing society across health, technology and the silver economy to address local challenges and deliver community benefits.
Application dates have been added: Strategic Topics Grant applications open on 24 July 2026 and close on 10 September 2026.
Theme-based Research Scheme supports university researchers tackling challenges in health, sustainability, business and emerging technologies to advance Hong Kong’s long-term development.
Collaborative Research Project Grant supports university research groups in interdisciplinary, cross-university research to build research capacity and develop areas of research strength in Hong Kong.
Young Collaborative Research Grant supports early-stage academics leading interdisciplinary group research to build collaborative leadership, train local talent and strengthen research in Hong Kong.
General Research Fund supports university academics undertaking basic and applied research to advance the frontiers of knowledge, meet specific functional needs, and pursue short- to medium-term benefits.
National Natural Science Foundation of China/RGC Joint Research Scheme supports Hong Kong–Mainland researchers through joint projects and conferences to strengthen collaboration and train young researchers.