Funding, News and Announcements

Hello,

This is to inform you that the Research Portal is now open for applications to the Discovery Grants and Subatomic Physics programs.

Please note the following important points related to the submission of applications:

Deadline - Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. (ET)

We ask that you closely monitor the applications created in the research portal and ensure that they are submitted to NSERC on time.  NSERC will not accept applications after the deadline. 

Other deadlines:
·       Research Tools and Instruments (RTI):  October 25, 2016, 8:00 p.m. (ET)
·       Subatomic Physics (MRS, RTI Cat. 2 & 3, Projects over $500K):  October 3, 2016, 8:00 p.m. (ET)

Instructions
Researchers must follow NSERC’s instructions for completing an application.  Information that does not conform to these instructions will not be used for peer review and the application may be rejected.

*NEW* DND/NSERC Discovery Grant Supplements
NSERC has launched a new initiative in partnership with the Department of National Defence (DND) through their agency Defence Research and Development Canada. The partnership will provide up to 20 research supplements to support unclassified university-based research dedicated to the development of non-weapon specific technologies with dual-use applications in defence and security target areas.
·       To be considered for the DND/NSERC Supplement, applicants must complete the new Supplements/Joint Initiatives section of the Discovery Grant application through the Research Portal.
·       Additional details on the initiative are available on NSERC’s website. Should you have any questions about the DND/NSERC Supplement, please email NSERC at dndsuppmdn@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.

Availability of Applications in the Portal
Applications in the Research Portal are available for three (3) months following the application deadline.  Save a copy for your records as soon as possible after the submission.

Eligibility of Researchers to Apply for Funding
Before forwarding an application to NSERC, please ensure that you verify the eligibility of applicants and that the information provided in the eligibility profile is accurate.  If the eligibility of an applicant is questioned, NSERC will contact you and the applicant. Questions regarding the interpretation of NSERC - Eligibility Criteria for Faculty should be sent to eligibility@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.

Eligibility of Subject Matter
To help applicants identify the appropriate agency when applying for funding, consult the guidelines for Selecting the Appropriate Federal Granting Agency. For additional information and specific examples relating to subject matter eligibility, refer to the Addendum to the guidelines for the eligibility of applications related to health document. Applications that are outside of NSERC’s mandate will be rejected. Decisions on eligibility of subject matter may come at any time during the review cycle.

Gender Equality in Science and Engineering
NSERC encourages applicants to provide information on their gender on a voluntary basis in the identification section of the CCV.  The information is used for statistical purposes and to help build evidence for policy improvements, in accordance with the NSERC – Policy Statement on Gender Equality in Science and Engineering.  It is not seen or used in the NSERC peer review process.

Webinars and Other Resources
NSERC will host a series of webinars to assist with the application process.  Please consult our Webinars page for upcoming dates.  Other resources are available on the Research Portal Page.

Technical Support
If you require technical assistance for the Research Portal, contact NSERC technical support by email at webapp@nserc-crsng.gc.ca or by telephone at 613-995-4273.

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at coord@nserc-crsng.gc.ca. 

We thank you for your ongoing collaboration.

Program Operations Unit
Research Grants and Scholarships Directorate
NSERC