HK Prize will see its winner advance to the final stage of the 2024 International Series, leading to a full-time tour contract and guaranteed prize money package worth a guaranteed $2,380,000. He or she will join top players like Andy Ogletree, John Catlin and many more on tour – as well as having access to prize money worth up to $2,380,000.
Apply to this competition via this website’s submission portal by writing an original, rigorous, and academically sound 500 word article on any topic related to Hong Kong history, politics, society or culture from a global perspective. Applicants should provide both their CV and statement of purpose – submission deadline is 31 August 2024.
Ng Siew Chien was awarded the Life and Science Award for her groundbreaking research into noninvasive tests to diagnose gastrointestinal disorders and autism spectrum disorder as well as nanomaterials that could treat such conditions. She became the inaugural female recipient since this prize was created in 2022.
Lee underscored the government’s resolve to turn Hong Kong into an international innovation and technology hub, as well as an academic hub. He thanked Run Run Shaw – media mogul and philanthropist behind the prize – for inspiring people to see the promise and potential of science.
Lee also confirmed that the government will continue its support of sports for disabled Hong Kongers. This year alone, they will spend over HK$130 million to promote disabled sports in Hong Kong’s financial year; medal-winning Paralympians may receive up to an extra funding boost of up to HK$80,000 from this source.
The Hong Kong Prize was established in 2022 to encourage scientific and technological innovation and the transfer of technological achievements, and support young scientists. Nomination scope for this prize now encompasses universities, industry-education-research bases and institutes set up by Hong Kong higher education institutions in Greater Bay Area.
HK Prize is managed in an objective, professional manner with a clear independent review process in place. To ensure the integrity of the evaluation process, all personnel participating in its execution should support the Basic Law and uphold high social morality and professional ethics. In case of violations against our Charter, the Board reserves the right to withhold or withdraw prize awards. Each year an awards ceremony takes place to recognize winners. Attended by representatives of the Government of Hong Kong and Central government agencies, industry partners, sponsors, and industry sponsors. Prizes are distributed based on a review by a panel of judges; winners receive an engraved gold medal along with cash awards of HK$25,000 plus an award trophy to their school.
