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Research funder · Hong Kong

Health and Medical Research Fund

Bureau of the Hong Kong Government

fhb.gov.hk

Grants since 2016
1 727
Awarded, last 5 years (where amounts are published)
HKD 797.7M
Funded works, last 5 years
3 174
Funded works, all time
6 356

Grants

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Comparing dengue mosquito predictivity of gravitrap to ovitrap surveillance systems using weather data in Hong Kong

Hsiang-Yu Yuan · Department Of Biomedical Sciences , City University Of Hong Kong

HKD 297k

2019 · grant · Commissioned Programme for Influenza Research (INF)

A double-blind randomised controlled trial on flufenamic acid, clarithromycin and oseltamivir combination for hospitalised influenza infection

Ivan Fan-Ngai Hung · University of Hong Kong

HKD 4.8M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Pulmonary and intranasal delivery of broad-spectrum antiviral agent for respiratory viral infections

Jenny Ka Wing Lam · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Vectored Thermal Pulsation, Intense Pulsed Light, and Eyelid Warm Compress (VIEW) therapies for meibomian gland dysfunction - a multicentre, randomized, assessor-masked, active-controlled clinical trial

Kelvin Kam-Lung Chong · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · Commissioned Programme for Influenza Research (INF)

Influenza vaccine effectiveness against medically-attended illness and hospitalization in Hong Kong, 2019-2023

Benjamin John Cowling · University of Hong Kong

HKD 9.8M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Feasibility study of a musical training program in improving the neurocognitive functioning of children surviving brain tumours

Joyce Oi-Kwan Chung · Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKD 100k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Dual release of desferrioxamine and bioglass via an injectable hydrogel for treatment of pressure ulcer in diabetes mellitus

Hon Fai Chan · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Analysis of EZH2 mediated neurogenic-to-gliogenic switch in development of enteric neurons and gastrointestinal motility disorders

Sau Wai Elly Ngan · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Mortality among older persons with schizophrenia in Hong Kong

Wai-Chi Chan · University of Hong Kong

HKD 732.6k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Validation of a novel clinical prognostic model in facilitating the implementation of risk stratification approach for triaging scoliosis clinic workflow during COVID-19 pandemic

Hung Lik-Hang Alec · Prince of Wales Hospital

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Research Fellowship Scheme

When should statin therapy be initiated for patients with diabetes mellitus - a target randomized controlled trial emulation using big data

Lam Lo-Kuen Cindy · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.1M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Inhaled Endolysin Therapy against ‘Superbug’ Lung Infections

Shui Yee Leung · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 100k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Developing a spatial model of dengue fever-related vulnerability and risk detection of Hong Kong from a socioeconomic and environmental perspective

Chao Ren · University of Hong Kong

HKD 861k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Research Fellowship Scheme

Machine learning models estimating risk of hepatic complications in patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease - risk stratification and treatment recommendation

Cheuk-Fung Yip · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 960.5k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Utility of genome-wide non-invasive prenatal screening and chromosomal microarray analysis in women with a high-risk Down syndrome screening result: a prospective multi-centre study

Kwong-Wai Choy · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

A population-based study of the long-term health burden of Hong Kong people with diabetes and comorbid depression

Luk On-Yan Andrea · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 209.5k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Research Fellowship Scheme

"Effect of acceptance and commitment therapy-based lifestyle counselling programme for people with early psychosis on physical activity: a pilot randomized controlled trial "

Yuen-Yu Chong · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

The performance of MRI Prostate in men with different Prostate Health Index (phi) values: Can we save some MRI scans?

Peter Ka-Fung Chiu · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 902.9k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Transdifferentiation towards expandable neural progenitors without rejuvenation as authentic cell model for age-associated neurodegenerative diseases

Ralf Jauch · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Research Fellowship Scheme

Identifying optimal age groups for influenza vaccination as a transmission-limiting strategy to reduce the impact of influenza in Hong Kong

Tsang Kam-Lun Tim · University of Hong Kong

HKD 889k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Sterilized 3D PRINTed bone models versus conventional CT imaging for operative visualization for complex intraarticular fracture repair – A single blinded randomized multicentre study

Christian Xinshuo Fang · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.3M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Preclinical evaluation of albumin-encapsulated nanoparticles for the treatment of chemo-resistant glioblastoma through modulating ER stress response

Mei Yee Kiang · University of Hong Kong

HKD 98k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Host PFKFB3-dependent glycolytic reprogramming as a broad-spectrum antiviral strategy

Shuofeng Yuan · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

The effect of a father-involvement breastfeeding telephone support intervention on exclusive and sustained breastfeeding: A randomized controlled trial.

Fei-Wan Ngai · Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Restoration of p53 expression to facilitate CytoLytic Virus Activation (CLVA) therapy for targeting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-associated cancers.

Pok Man Hau · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Infectious Disease (including RFCID)

Novel small RNA-based diagnostics and therapeutics for SARS-CoV-2

Franklin Wang-Ngai Chow · Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKD 1.1M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

WNT974 and artesunate exhibit synergy in inhibiting colorectal cancer growth by increasing KRAS protein degradation

Hiu Yee Kwan · Hong Kong Baptist University

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Outcomes of a Risk Assessment and Management Program using telecare consultation among patients with diabetes mellitus in general out-patient clinic: A hybrid effectiveness-implementation study

Wong Kwan-Ching Arkers · Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Epidemiology and risk factors of major osteoporotic fracture after Helicobacter pylori eradication and the interaction between Helicobacter pylori and proton pump inhibitors on fracture risk

Michael Ka Shing Cheung · Department Of Medicine , University Of Hong Kong, Queen Mary Hospital

HKD 958.9k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Functional characterization and therapeutic implication of nuclear receptor ERRalpha in mitochondrial metabolism and remodeling in prostate cancer

Franky Leung Chan · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease among non-obese obstructive sleep apnea by using transient elastography

Susanna So-Shan Ng · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Metabolomics signature for the prediction of diabetic kidney disease in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes

Chloe Yu Yan Cheung · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Branched chain amino acids (BCAA) restriction to alleviate colorectal cancer metastasis

Chi Chun Wong · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

A comprehensive survey on alpha-synuclein pathologies in colonic submucosal biopsies of prodromal Parkinson’s disease patients – an exploratory study

Hei Ming Lai · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 965.8k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Data-driven analysis of carrier frequencies of autosomal recessive and X-linked diseases in the Asian population

Shen Gu · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 770.8k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Treatment of obesity by selectively delivery of thyroid hormone to white adipose tissue

Kang Chen · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Combining CFTR enhancers with low-intensity pulsed ultrasound for treatment of age-related bone fracture.

Yechun Ruan · Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKD 1.2M

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Mechanistic characterization of the MT2-induced Pgp inhibition and the chemosensitization on combining MT2 with Taxol in treating multi-drug resistant cancer in vitro and in vivo.

Ki Lui · Division Of Science, Engineering And Health Studies, College Of Professional And Continuing Education

HKD 989.3k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Health and Health Services (including HHSRF)

Psychometric Properties and Social Patterning of a Cantonese Version of the 36-Item Patient-Centered Primary Care (PCPC) Instrument for Multimorbid Patients: An Item Response Theory Approach

Benjamin Hon-Kei Yip · Chinese University of Hong Kong

HKD 99.9k

2019 · grant · HMRF - Advanced Medical Research

Evaluation of lumican as a serum prognostic biomarker and actionable target for liver cancer

Cheuk Lam Regina Lo · University of Hong Kong

HKD 1.5M