École Polytechnique, also known as l’X, is a globally renowned institution in France that cultivates exceptional leaders in science and engineering. By driving innovation and excellence, the School is dedicated to addressing global challenges through top-tier research and education.

The Fondation de l’École polytechnique is the philanthropic arm of École Polytechnique. It supports research projects, offers scholarships, and invests in the infrastructure of École Polytechnique thanks to the generosity of alumni, corporations, and foundations.

THE CAUSE WE SUPPORT

Created in 2024 the BlueSky Fellow Program aims to fund exploratory fundamental research without the promise of short-term benefits, paving an unpredictable path to the emergence of genuine technological breakthroughs. This scheme is designed to support the most talented young mathematicians and physicistsby providing them with 3-year doctoral scholarships.

Fundamental research in mathematics and physics is deeply intertwined with the history of École Polytechnique and stands as a distinctive hallmark of the institution. From the work of Nobel Laureates Gérard Mourou and Alain Aspect to that of Abel Prize winner Yves Meyer, the list of professors and alumni from École Polytechnique who have profoundly transformed and impacted these two disciplines is extensive.

Target amount for pledge: HK$570,000 per fellow for one year