HKUST Partners with France on Pioneering Sustainability Research Exchange

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is proud to be the exclusive university partner of the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong & Macau for the Anita Conti Sustainable Innovation Fellowship, under the partnership framework of France-HKUST Innovation Hub.

The Fellowship pays tribute to Anita Conti (1899-1997), also known as « la Dame de la Mer » (the Lady of the Sea ) and the first French woman oceanographer and a pioneer in marine ecology, as well as her scientific contribution and commitment to the protection of the oceans. It aims to inspire the next generations of researchers, innovators, and environmentalists to address the challenges of climate change and its impacts on our planet.

Since 2023, the Anita Conti Fellowship has facilitated HKUST researchers to conduct research at renowned institutions in France, forging collaborations on addressing the critical sustainability issues. This summer marks a significant milestone as HKUST will be welcoming PhD students and Post-Doctoral Fellows from French institutions to conduct sustainability-related research for up to 3 months on the HKUST campus.

Application for the Fellowship this year is open until April 23, 2025. For more information about the Anita Conti Sustainable Innovation Fellowship, please visit the official webpage.

Through strategic global partnerships, HKUST continues to solidify its position as a leading international research university in Asia, driving advancements in sustainability science and technology.