Collaborative Research Fund
The Collaborative Research Fund by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council supports early-career academics to lead interdisciplinary, multi-institutional research projects in Hong Kong.
Funder: Hong Kong Research Grants Council
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Preliminary proposal electronic submission deadline | February 2027: Hard copy and searchable soft copy submission deadline (by 17:00 HKT)
Funding Amounts: HK$2 million–5 million per project (YCRG); up to 3 years (extensions to 4–5 years possible with justification)
Summary: Supports early-career academics in Hong Kong to lead collaborative, multi-institutional research projects (excluding equipment-only proposals).
Key Information: All dates are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Young Collaborative Research Grant (YCRG), part of the Collaborative Research Fund administered by the Hong Kong Research Grants Council, aims to foster the development of early-career academic staff by providing them with experience in leading and managing collaborative research projects. The YCRG supports group research (not equipment-only) that spans multiple disciplines and/or institutions, with the goal of strengthening research capacity and preparing young academics for future, larger-scale collaborative funding. Funding covers staff, equipment, and general research expenses.
