The Hong Kong SciTech Pioneer Award aims to recognize and celebrate the valuable contributions of outstanding scientists and research teams in the fields of Deep Tech, Biotechnology, Space Science, ESG, and Future Innovation.As we embark on the third year of this prestigious event, it has become a signature initiative of Y-LOT, showcasing our commitment to fostering scientific excellence. This year, we are proud to collaborate with Henderson Land Group, further enhancing the event’s significance.Our goal is to explore and appreciate emerging talents from these five dynamic fields. By doing so, we aim to contribute to the advancement of science and technology development in Hong Kong, nurturing potential SciTech Pioneers who will lead the way in innovation and research for the future.

The AwardOne Awardee will be chosen in each category:

Deep Tech Pioneering Research Team – Cash Prize HK$15,000

Biotechnology Pioneering Research Team – Cash Prize HK$15,000

Space Science Emerging Scientist – Cash Prize HK$10,000

ESG Emerging Scientist – Cash Prize HK$10,000

Future Innovation Emerging Scientist – Cash Prize HK$10,000

All Awardees will receive:A trophy of recognition

The cash prizeExclusive Exchange Tour to a leading I&T city at the Yangtze Delta region in Mainland China in April/May 2025Attend Mentorship Programme. Lead by Industry Professionals Achievement Recognition at Grand Award CeremonyOpportunities for potential funding

TimelineOpen Call for Applications – Deadline: 12 December 2024

Public Pre-Award Workshop – December 2024

Judging Panel Screening – December 2024

Announcement of Finalists – Early January 2025

Judging Panel Interview – January/February 2025

Public Showcase and Voting for Award Finalists – January & mid-February 2025

Announcement of Awardees – Late February 2025

Award Ceremony & Presentation – March 2025

Awardees’ Mainland China Exchange Tour – April/May 2025

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