Event Venues

  • Hong Kong Science Park (main venue)
  • Other science-related venues

Language

English (for both application platform and the Forum)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Aged 35 or below
  • PhD Graduates
  • Postgraduates (Master / PhD)
  • Undergraduates

in Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, Mathematical Sciences or other closely related subjects in any country / region may apply to join the Forum. Young scientists with the above-mentioned qualifications who are not affiliated to universities or organisations may also apply.

Application Period

13 January – 31 March 2025

Application Procedures

To apply on a designated online platform (details to be announced, please stay tuned)

Application Fee

No application fee is required.

Selection Process

  • Scientific Review Committees under the three disciplines, namely Astronomy, Life Science and Medicine, and Mathematical Sciences would review all valid applications.
  • Scientific Review Board would make the final selection of 200 applicants to join the Forum.

Result Announcement

  • All applicants, whether successful or not, will be notified by email in July 2025.

Arrangements and Supports Provided by the HKLF Office

  • To all participants
    • Meals, transportation, visits and cultural experience activities included in the Forum's official programmes
  • To non-Hong Kong Permanent Residents outside Hong Kong
    • Hotel accommodation from 4-9 November 2025 (single occupancy with breakfast)
    • Travel Grant* - the HKLF Office may consider to provide limited travel support of up to 50% of the actual paid price of the round-trip transportation tickets, or a maximum amount of up to USD1,000, whichever is lower, for those who have financial difficulties in travelling to Hong Kong. Details to be announced.
  • To Hong Kong Permanent Residents outside Hong Kong
    • Travel Grant* – the HKLF Office will provide up to 50% of the actual paid price of the round-trip transportation tickets, or a maximum amount of up to USD1,000, whichever is lower, for those who do not need hotel accommodation provided by the HKLF. Details to be announced.
* Subject to terms and conditions, and it is at the sole discretion of the HKLF Office.

FAQ

For further information, please go to FAQ for Applicants