The mission of the Li Fang-Kuei Society for Chinese Linguistics (LFKS) centers on recognizing and promoting excellence in the fields of Chinese historical phonology and Sino-Tibetan language studies, honoring the legacy of Professor Li Fang-Kuei.
The LFK Dissertation Award is designed to commemorate the significant contributions of Professor Li Fang-Kuei in Chinese historical phonology and Sino-Tibetan language studies. It aims to support scholars in these fields by providing financial awards to outstanding doctoral dissertations. One to two awards may be given annually, with each recipient receiving US $1,000. This grant program supports specific causes within the realm of Chinese linguistics, focusing on advancing academic research and scholarship in historical phonology and Sino-Tibetan languages.