HK experts selected for database

February 10, 2012

Fifty-six Hong Kong experts, recommended by the Innovation & Technology Commission, have been selected for the National Science & Technology Programmes Expert Database.
 
It is the first time the commission has recommended Hong Kong experts for the database.
 
Commissioner for Innovation & Technology Janet Wong said the experts will help the State Ministry of Science & Technology compile the application guide for national science and technology programmes, assess project applications and evaluate the progress of approved projects.
 
"They can also contribute to the Mainland's science and technology development under the National 12th Five-Year Plan by participating in policy formulation and project assessment for national science and technology programmes."
 
Hong Kong experts must be heads of universities, deputy heads in research or Mainland affairs, and deans in the fields of science, engineering, agriculture and medical sciences. Applicants must also be Chinese nationals.