The SMART Investigator Program, launched by the Shenzhen Medical Academy of Research and Translation, is a collaborative initiative aimed at advancing innovation in medical research. By fostering cross-institutional, cross-disciplinary, and cross-regional collaboration, as well as building global networks for scientific cooperation, the program promotes knowledge sharing and innovation in cutting-edge areas of medicine. Its mission is to cultivate a new generation of scientists with global impact.

Inspired by world-leading research funding models such as the HHMI Investigator Program, SMART follows the principles of “scientist-led research, long-term support, and inclusive evaluation.” It focuses on key areas including disease diagnosis and treatment, translational medicine, and breakthrough technologies. The program serves as a core driver in establishing the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a global hub for biomedical innovation.