National Key R&D Programs
Offers Chinese organizations support through National Key programs for mission oriented technology projects moving toward practical use.
China's National Key R&D Programs (国家重点研发计划, NKP) are the primary competitive merit-based grant mechanism administered by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) for applied and translational research aligned with national strategic priorities. Established in 2016 by consolidating several predecessor programs including the 863 and 973 Programs, the NKP operates through multiple thematic sub-…
Multiple topical Key Special Programs (重点专项) active annually. Live 2026 calls confirmed including Intergovernmental International S&T Cooperation track. Topic scope varies per call; see service.most.gov.cn for current program guides.
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