CityUHK tops Hong Kong universities in funding under the RGC's two flagship research schemes, securing three projects including a five-year Areas of Excellence project

City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) has secured record-breaking funding from the Research Grants Council for three flagship projects. These projects focus on neutron scattering, nanomaterials, and computing, aiming to bolster research capabilities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
HONG KONG , July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Scholars at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) achieved outstanding results in the latest Research Grants Council's (RGC) Areas of Excellence (AoE) Scheme and Theme-based Research Scheme (TRS). A total of three flagship research projects received funding, representing a record high for the University, while the total funding secured was the highest among all universities in Hong Kong. The achievements reflect strong recognition of CityUHK's cutting-edge research excellence and its continuous contributions to the strategic development of Hong Kong and the nation.
Get the full story
Sign up for Headlinne to unlock AI insights, political bias analysis, and your personalized news feed.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in