Along the direction of RISUD by leading to the conduct of cutting-edge research into solutions to problems generated by high-density urban development, a scheme named Interdisciplinary Research Scheme is launched to provide funding for the encouragement of research collaborations among different departments and faculties, and among various Research Institutes (RIs) in PolyU. The research topics should be interdisciplinary aimed to proposing advance agendas for sustainable development. Applicants should clearly identify external sources of funding and specify a timeline for proposal submission that will be pursued as a result of this internal funding.
The funded IRSs are listed as follows:
Nanotechnology, Environment, and Urbanization Nexus
Multiple Functional Subambient Daytime Radiative Cooling Coating for Sustainable Built Environment
Very Large Floating Structure
Key Technologies for Developing Offshore Jack up MiC Factories in Hong Kong
Urban Simulation
Data-driven solutions for decarbonizing transportation sector by coupling renewable energy, energy storage and smart EV-charging