Applicants should make reference to the list of PPRFS research themes and areas. The list includes strategic themes and specified research areas for SPPRFS 2025-26 (summarised under code S1 to S6) which align with the Government’s research needs and policy priorities, and applicants are encouraged to prepare proposals with reference to. Besides these themes and research areas, the list also includes 16 indicative research areas.
SPPRFSStrategic themes and research areas will be identified for each year’s applications in light of the research needs and policy priorities of the Government. For 2025-26, the Government has identified six strategic themes, namely (a) development opportunities from the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area; (b) new quality productive forces; (c) integrated development of education, technology and talents; (d) international financial, shipping and trade centre; (e) integrated development of culture, sports and tourism; and (f) elderly and healthcare services. There are specified research areas under each strategic theme. Please refer to the list of SPPRFS strategic themes and specified research areas for details.
Applications for SPPRFS 2025-26 must be made under one of the specified strategic themes and in line with the specified research areas. Those falling outside the specified strategic themes and specified research areas will NOT be considered generally.