From November 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027, the fourth phase of the “New Cornerstone Researcher Program” was officially open for application. Funding is divided into experimental and theoretical categories. The funding period is five years. During this period, the experimental category is RMB 25 million per person, and the theoretical category is RMB 15 million per person. At the end of the period, you can apply for renewal of the funding. The “New Cornerstone Researcher Program” is a new type of basic research funding project that focuses on original innovation, encourages free exploration, and public welfare attributes. It supports the “Three No's” scientists' originals — no assessment, no counting of papers, and no time limit. This year was the first time the project was declared on New Year's Eve.

From November 1, 2026 to January 15, 2027, the fourth phase of the “New Cornerstone Researcher Program” was officially open for application. Funding is divided into experimental and theoretical categories. The funding period is five years. During this period, the experimental category is RMB 25 million per person, and the theoretical category is RMB 15 million per person. At the end of the period, you can apply for renewal of the funding. The “New Cornerstone Researcher Program” is a new type of basic research funding project that focuses on original innovation, encourages free exploration, and public welfare attributes. It supports the “Three No's” scientists' originals — no assessment, no counting of papers, and no time limit. This year was the first time the project was declared on New Year's Eve.