Government announces appointment to Research Council

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The Government announced today (September 29) the appointment of the Dean of Medicine of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology or his representative as an ex-officio member of the Research Council with effect from October 1, 2026.

The Council, chaired by the Secretary for Health, is responsible for providing strategic guidance on funding for health and medical research, and health promotion projects. It oversees the management of funds under the Health Bureau, including the Health and Medical Research Fund, encompassing the allocation of funding to approved projects.

The membership list of the Council with effect from October 1, 2026, is set out on the webpage of the Health Bureau: www.healthbureau.gov.hk/en/committees/research.htm.

Ends/Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Issued at HKT 11:00

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