In order to better respond to the fast-changing research landscape and to continually enhance our research competitiveness, the School of Biomedical Sciences has initiated a comprehensive review on its theme-based model since early 2016, after successful implementation of the five Thematic Research Programs (TRPs) for seven years. Following rounds of consultation with the stakeholders and members of the School, it was agreed that the number of TRPs be restructured from five to three.