The Fellowship nurtures exceptional early-career researchers who aspire to translate bold ideas into real-world applications. Delivered in partnership with the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong, it provides comprehensive funding, capacity-building and professional development opportunities, as well as exposure to industry, international academic exchange and Hong Kong’s innovation and technology ecosystem. Through this support, Fellows can advance scientific discovery, strengthen their translational capabilities and develop transformative solutions that create positive impact for society.
Up to 10 Fellowships will be awarded in each cohort. Each Fellowship spans three years and provides the following support:
a. Stipend for the three-year Fellowship period, with an additional gratuity upon successful completion;
b. Academic Development and Exchange Allowance for academic development and exchange activities during the Fellowship;
c. Research Project Seed Funding to support the development and implementation of the Fellow’s research project;
e. Capacity-building Programmes to strengthen Fellows’ translational capabilities and commercialisation readiness, while providing exposure to industry and innovation and technology ecosystems.
Beyond funding support, the Fellowship provides valuable opportunities for international and cross-cultural exchange, knowledge sharing and collaboration. Through these experiences, Fellows can broaden their professional networks and contribute knowledge and innovation in Hong Kong and beyond.
JC STEM Early Career Research Fellows are selected by an expert review panel of renowned international STEM scholars and translational research specialists.
Professor Ka Yee C. Lee
Chairperson
Professor Daniel Alexander
Member
Mr Raymond Cheng
Member
Professor Sandeep Dave
Member
Professor Lucy Dunne
Member
Professor H. V. Jagadish
Member
Dr Grace S.N. Lau
Member
Professor Andy Neely
Member
Professor Andy Parker
Member
Professor Feng Shao
Member