The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) is now inviting applications for research and development projects.
Applications will fall under one of the following R&D programme areas:
Applications are open to universities, institutions, trade and industry associations. This requires support from at least two industry sponsors who should make a cash or in-kind contribution of at least 10% of the total project cost.
Applications are open to private companies who must collaborate with a local public-funded research institute (e.g. a university, the Hong Kong Productivity Council or the Clothing Industry Training Authority) and which require either:
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Collaborative Research with Industry - a cash or in-kind contribution of no less than 50% of the total project cost of which at least 30% is required at the start of the project; or |
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Collaborative Research with Research/Technology Partners - a combination of cash or in-kind contribution and the monetary value of background intellectual property right which equates to no less than 50% of the total project cost of which at least 30% is required at the start of the project. |
Applications for funding under the Platform Research Programme or Collaborative Research
Programme should be classified under one of the following technology focus areas:
- New Materials and Textiles and Apparel Products;
- Advanced Textiles and Clothing Production Technologies;
- Innovative Design and Evaluation Technologies; and
- Enhanced Industrial Systems and Infrastructure.
The Board of Directors of HKRITA has decided that priority for funding will be given to projects which solve practical problems and issues faced by the industry; have high technical merit with deliverables which have potential for commercialisation; and have experienced key research personnel.
In addition, please note that in assessing your application, due weighting will also be given to the following components:
- Innovation and Technology Component;
- Technical Capacity;
- Financial Considerations;
- Plan for Realisation / Commercialisation in Future;
- Relevance with Government Policies or in Overall Interest of the Community;
- IP Rights; and
- Management Capacity.
To minimise unnecessary work and save time, the following two-step approach should be followed:
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applicants should first brief HKRITA on the proposed application by way of a powerpoint presentation which identifies the key features of the project proposal – this will facilitate an initial assessment as to whether the proposal can be supported; and, if so |
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a formal application for funding, fine-tuned on the basis of earlier discussions, can then be formally submitted. |
The application proposal for the funding has to be submitted by filling in the new application form downloaded from the website of the Innovation and Technology Fund. Three hardcopies with two of the original of the application should be stamped by your own research institution before submitted to HKRITA. We may require additional hardcopies of your application later.
HKRITA will entertain and consider applications whenever submitted.
Formal processing of proposals will commence after the application has been lodged with the Innovation and Technology Commission.
If you have any enquiries relating to this application or other related issues, please feel free to contact us by email info@hkrita.com or tel:(852) 2627 8183.
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