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Shanghai Basic Research Explorer Program

Shanghai Basic Research Explorer Program

Supports co-funded basic research in Shanghai through a municipal-STCSM explorer model with enterprise contribution.

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The Shanghai Basic Research Explorer Program, administered by the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission, is a co-funded basic-research scheme that pairs STCSM with a Shanghai-registered enterprise or industry association acting as co-funder. It supports basic research tied to Shanghai's key and emerging industries, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, semiconductors, me…

What this grant funds

Basic research in Shanghai's key and emerging industries, co-directed by industry co-funder.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: stcsm.sh.gov.cn