Hong Kong Approves $2.5 Billion for Eight Innovative Research Proposals in New InnoHK Cluster

Government announces projects under third InnoHK research cluster

The Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) announced today (March 26) that eight proposals have been approved for admission to the third InnoHK research cluster, SEAM@InnoHK, with total funding support from the Government of around $2.5 billion.

The spokesman for the Innovation and Technology Commission said, "These approved proposals span a range of innovation and technology (I&T) fields, including sustainable development, energy, advanced manufacturing and materials (see Annex). The research and development (R&D) laboratories to be funded will be carried out in collaboration with world-renowned universities and research institutions. Their setting up will not only demonstrate Hong Kong's robust R&D capabilities and international collaboration network, but also bring tangible benefits to society."

The ITC will work closely with the participating universities and research institutions to facilitate the smooth implementation of the projects. The R&D centres under this cluster will be established in phases starting in the first half of this year.

InnoHK is a major I&T initiative of the Government to develop Hong Kong as a hub for global research collaboration, with the aim to attract institutions that are among the global top echelon to collaborate with local universities/institutions to set up research centres/laboratories in Hong Kong. It will not only facilitate top-notch universities, research institutes and the industries to collaborate in R&D, but also promote the translation of R&D outcomes into impactful, real-world applications and the development of relevant industries in Hong Kong. Two InnoHK research clusters have already been established, namely Health@InnoHK focusing on healthcare technology, and AIR@InnoHK focusing on artificial intelligence and robotics technologies. The third cluster, namely SEAM@InnoHK, will focus on sustainable development, energy, advanced manufacturing and materials.

For enquiries, please contact the Secretariat of the programme (Tel.: 3690 2544; e-mail: innohk@itc.gov.hk).

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Applications begin for admission tickets for National Security Education Day - Fire and Ambulance Services Academy open day

In response to and in support of the 11th National Security Education Day, the Fire Services Department (FSD) will organise an open day at the Fire and Ambulance Services Academy in Tseung Kwan O on April 12 (Sunday), providing an opportunity to deepen the public's understanding of the Constitution, the Basic Law and the Hong Kong National Security Law, as well as the FSD's work on safeguarding national security, public order,public safety and personnel training.

The open day will feature a range of activities, including an introduction to the department's efforts in safeguarding national security, a fire appliances parade, a joint rescue demonstration, displays of training facilities, equipment and special vehicles, an exhibition on fire-safety education, game booths, and a demonstration of Fire Services working dogs. The Fire and Ambulance Services Education Centre cum Museum will also be open to the public on the day.

The open day will be held from 10am to 2pm. A ticket is required for admission (children aged 3 or below do not need an admission ticket).

Members of the public who are interested can apply for a maximum of four admission tickets from today (March 26) to March 29 through the latest version of the Hong Kong Fire Services Department Mobile Application, which can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store, Google Play and Huawei AppGallery. The tickets will be allocated by computer ballot, and successful applicants will receive a notification through the Application on April 1.

Visitors are advised to use public transportation as no parking spaces will be provided at the Academy. The open day will be cancelled if Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 3 or above, or the Red/Black Rainstorm Warning Signal is still in force at 7am on the event day. Visitors should visit the FSD's website (www.hkfsd.gov.hk) regularly for the latest information. For enquiries, please call 2411 8773.