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Office of the Department Chair Department of Medicine Health Sciences Centre, 4V32-39 1280 Main Street West Hamilton, ON L8S 4L8
Week of September 28, 2018 Dear colleagues, Please find below this week’s updates:
• The first “Women in Medicine” networking event is being held at the Aberdeen Tavern on Thursday, October 16, 2018 from 5-7pm. Hosted by Dr. Sonia Anand, this cocktail reception is open to all female GFT faculty within the Department of Medicine. Junior/new faculty are encouraged to attend. Guest speakers include: Dr. Betty Chiu, Assistant Professor; Dr. Meera Luthra, Associate Professor; and Dr. Anne Holbrook, Professor. There are still a few spots available so the RSVP deadline has been extended to Thursday, October 4, 2018. Please contact Cathy Stampfli at [email protected] to reserve your spot.
• Congratulations to the following faculty who received CIHR funding during 2017-18: Dr. Kerstin de Wit Dr. Judah Denburg Dr. John Eikelboom Dr. Jeremy Hirota Dr. Darryl Leong Dr. Patricia Liaw Dr. Alexandra Papaioannou Dr. Zubin Punthakee et al Dr. Greg Steinberg Dr. Jeff Weitz
• You are invited to attend the next session in the Demystifying Medicine Seminar Series on Monday,
October 1. Dr. Premysl Bercik will be speaking on Microbiota-gut-brain axis in health and disease: from mice to men. Further details can be found in the attached poster.
• I would like to recommend the following article for your review entitled Improving health research among Indigenous Peoples in Canada by Sarah Hyett, Stacey Marjerrison and Chelsea Gabel. It can be found in CMAJ May 22, 2018 190 (20) E616-E621; DOI: https://doi.org/10.1503/cmaj.171538
• A reminder that MacGlobal, an opportunity to showcase and shine the spotlight on McMaster’s global engagement activities will be taking place from October 22nd to November 9th. During MacGlobal, McMaster Faculties, research centers, departments and student organizations are invited to host academic and cultural events (lectures, panel discussions, research posters, performances, social/networking events) highlighting the breadth of our collective commitment to global engagement and interdisciplinary dialogue, addressing global issues and fostering global citizenship. MacGlobal includes International Education Week (IEW) focused on highlighting global learning and experiential opportunities, from November 5th to 9th.
How to submit an event or activity? We are pleased to share that the deadline to submit your event or activity has been extended. Please submit your event/activity via the form link provided by no later than Friday September 28th, 2018: https://goo.gl/forms/W6UPXU36ww0bFiYB3
Have a question about hosting an event or getting involved? Send your question to [email protected]
The complete schedule of events for MacGlobal will be published and promoted publicly across campus starting the first week of October 2018.
• Please find attached information for an Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program Leadership Position as the Chair – Program Quality. Interested applicants for this position should submit a cover letter and CV to Ms. Jan Paci ([email protected]) addressed to Dr. Rob Whyte, Associate Dean, UGME ([email protected]) prior to Friday, October 5, 2018.
• Please find attached information for an Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program Leadership Position as the Chair – Admissions. Interested applicants for this position should submit a cover letter and CV to Ms. Jan Paci ([email protected]) addressed to Dr. Rob Whyte, Associate Dean, UGME ([email protected]) prior to Friday, October 5, 2018.
• McMaster employees are welcome to register for the October Healthy Workplace events here.
• Department of Surgery Chair’s Rounds is pleased to present Ms. Ena Chadha, Human Rights Lawyer. There will be two additional presentations on November 21, one at 9 am for Residents only, and another at 5pm open to all. These presentations are sure to be interesting and informative! Please find the poster attached.
• You are invited to attend the annual Learning Technology Symposium taking place at McMaster on
October 10, 2018. Under the theme of “Making Blended Learning Work”, this one-day event will kick off with a keynote by celebrated author and researcher, Tony Bates, and conclude with a feature session by McMaster’s own pioneer in digital pedagogy, Anthony Levinson. Between these two bookend sessions, attendees will have the opportunity to select from 15 other concurrent sessions scheduled in four time blocks. Sessions detail various aspects of designing, developing, teaching, and impact of blended/online courses. Registration ($50) also includes lunch and a social networking event at the end of the day. You can visit the event website for additional details.
• The Michael G. DeGroote Initiative for Innovation (MGDII) would like to share a number of upcoming events and experiential learning opportunities intended to increase the culture of health innovation and entrepreneurship at McMaster University. Please find further information here.
• The UGME program is still short 10 tutors for MF2 this year. The MF will run from December 3, 2018 to February 15, 2019, with the holiday break from Dec 24 to Jan 6. It covers GI, Endo and Nutrition. All tutors must either be a recent Mac grad or have taken MacEssentials tutor training. If you have any questions, please contact Jane Bennett at [email protected]
• The MD Program’s next Tutorial MacEssentials tutor training will occur on Wednesday, January 9th, 2019 from 6:00-9:30 pm in MDCL 2232. It is a 3.5-hour program offered in the evening and is a prerequisite for any physician who has not tutored in the MD Program before but would like to become involved. Faculty members who hope to tutor in the next academic year and who have not tutored before should take this course. Further details can be found in the attached brochure. Anyone who is interested can contact Jane Bennett directly at [email protected]
• All interested students, faculty and staff- all invited to an upcoming talk in the Hannah History of Medicine and Medical Humanities Speaker Series. A poster for the talk is attached.
Speaker: Dr. Pierre Minn, Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the Université de Montréal Title: Aspirations of Leadership in Contemporary Global Health Education The talk will take place:
o Tuesday, October 2, 2018
o 3:00pm-5:00pm
o MDCL 3020 (Michael DeGroote Centre for Learning & Discovery)
The History of Medicine and Medical Humanities Speaker Series is made possible by an endowment from Associated Medical Services (AMS). For more information; please contact the Hannah Unit Program Assistant; Neha Arora at [email protected]
• Applications are now being accepted for the Michael G. DeGroote Fellowship Awards, which are an opportunity for excellent postdoctoral candidates to pursue top-level training. Further details are attached and applications are due on November 1, 2018.
• MERIT would like to present Dr. Meredith Vanstone who will be presenting on October 16 on Power, Hierarchy, Mistreatment & Abuse. Further details can be found attached.
• Please find attached the September 28 ROADS Funding Opportunities bulletin.
• Please join us at Grand Rounds next week on October 4, 2018 at 8:00 am. Medical Grand Rounds - HHS will be hosting Dr. Donnie Arnold in the JH Auditorium who will be speaking on When Thrombocytopenia gets Tricky. Chair’s Medical Grand Rounds will be hosting Dr. Elena Verdú in the Miller Amphitheatre who will be speaking on the Role of Microbiome in Celiac Disease. Further information on these events, and many others taking place in the Department, can be found in the ETA Calendar as they become available.
• New Faculty Highlight
Welcome to Dr. Sophie Corriveau who on September 1 joined the Department of Medicine, and the Division of Respirology, as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Corriveau is a well-trained Respirologist with a specific interest in Cystic Fibrosis , and also has an interest in non-Cystic Fibrosis bronchiectasis.
If you have anything you would like to share with your colleagues, please submit it to Sara Sellers at [email protected]
Mark A. Crowther Professor and Chair, Department of Medicine
Demystifying MedicineSeminar Series 2018
DATE:Monday, October 1, 2018
TIME:4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
LOCATION:HSC 1A6
WEBSITE:www.demystifyingmedicine.ca
CONTACT INFO:Dr. Kjetil Ask [email protected] or Cathy Stampfli ext. 73115
Department of Medicine
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
• To review the current knowledge on gut microbiota
• To discuss the role of microbiota in gastrointestinal physiology and development of normal behavior
• To review the current evidence for gut microbiota as a key factor in development of functional bowel disorders
• To explore the microbial based therapies for Irritable bowel syndrome and its psychiatric comorbidities
Microbiota-gut-brain axis in health and disease: from mice to men
Continuing Health Sciences Education
Dr. Premysl BercikAssociate Professor, Department of Medicine
SPEAKER:
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Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program Leadership Position
CHAIR – PROGRAM QUALITY
The UGME Program Quality Chair is a faculty member responsible for: ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of the UGME Program and its component parts; oversight of quality improvement projects to enhance the program; and for the oversight of MD Program accreditation. The aim of program evaluation is to analyze the success of the MD Program: (a) in achieving its primary objective of producing competent, generalist-oriented medical graduates who are prepared to enter residency training; (b) to ensure a high level of satisfaction with the program; and, (c) to evaluate and maintain the Program’s capacity to meet accreditation standards. In addition to quality measurement and improvement activities within the UGME Program, the Program Quality Chair is also responsible for the oversight of the UGME accreditation processes. This includes the preparation for, conduct of, and follow-up from full accreditations and interim visits under the auspices of the Council of Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS); as well as other interim review processes. The Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine of McMaster University is a distributed medical education program that employs highly student-engaged pedagogical approaches, including problem-based and other small group learning methods. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and experience in medical education, and more specifically in the concepts, philosophy, and process of accreditation, especially in undergraduate medical education. The MD Program of the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine is accredited by the CACMS. Familiarity and/or experience with the process of undergraduate medical education accreditation and McMaster’s pedagogical approaches are highly valued. Major Responsibilities
Program Evaluation:
1. Oversee measurement of the success of the MD Program in: a. Achieving its primary objective of producing competent, generalist-oriented medical
graduates; b. Creating a program that has a high level of satisfaction for users; and, c. Meeting accreditation standards.
2. Oversee faculty evaluation within the MD Program, including mechanisms for providing feedback to the MD Program, Departments, Campuses and faculty members.
3. Collaborate with and support program leaders, curriculum developers, program staff, faculty, and students to:
a. Establish priority areas for measurement;
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b. Determine markers of success and appropriate thresholds for action; c. Develop measures (i.e. metrics, tools) of success markers; d. Share results with appropriate stakeholders; and, e. Effect changes in the program where deficiencies are identified and measure the impact
of changes.
4. Use existing and novel tools, administered by the MD Program or external bodies (e.g. Medical Council of Canada, CaRMS, etc.) to evaluate the MD Program’s success in achieving the above goals.
a. Examine existing tools for their ability to generate data for the required analysis b. Develop novel tools where existing tools are insufficient c. Use a variety of methodologies as appropriate to the type of information being sought,
including quantitative and qualitative methods d. Oversee appropriate analyses of available data to evaluate the success of the MD
Program in achieving its program goals
5. Generate reports that collate and illustrate findings from evaluations to: a. Enable the program and stakeholders to make appropriate changes to meet program
goals; b. Demonstrate and celebrate program successes; c. Support the Program during accreditation and Interim Reviews; and, d. Assist in the writing of the Institutional Self-Study for accreditation
6. Collaborate with individuals at other medical schools in Canada in analogous portfolios. The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada supports such collaboration.
Program Accreditation:
7. Oversee all accreditation activities within the UGME Program, at all educational sites, in collaboration with the Assistant Dean, UGME, and the Accreditation Leads in the Regional Campuses, including:
a. Oversee and/or prepare all required documentation for the full CACMS accreditation process1;
b. Educate faculty, students, administrators, teachers, and leaders of the UGME Program about the UGME accreditation process;
c. Prepare UGME Program participants for accreditation visits; d. Oversee the organization and coordination of the logistics of all accreditation-related
visits; e. Follow-up all areas that are unsatisfactory or satisfactory requiring monitoring between
formal accreditation visits; and, f. Prepare all accreditation-related correspondence, including letters and reports for
CACMS.
8. Oversee and conduct the interim review process at the midpoint between full CACMS accreditations.
9. Ensure optimal monitoring of elements of the UGME Program related to accreditation standards to facilitate identification of potential areas of concern and to facilitate improvements that meet or exceed accreditation standards.
1 Currently, the CACMS full accreditation process occurs once every 8 years. The required
documentation consists of the data collection instrument, the medical school self-study, and the schedule for the visit.
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10. Participate in workshops or meetings related to the CACMS accreditation process or AFMC interim review process. This will include bi-annual meetings of the national Interim Review Coordinators and meetings at the Canadian Conference of Medical Education (CCME).
11. Collaborate with Interim Review Coordinators of other Canadian Schools of Medicine. a. Participate as an external reviewer on the full accreditation and/or interim review of
other Canadian Schools of Medicine.
Other Responsibilities:
12. Contribute to the development and review of policies and practices within McMaster University, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the UGME Program to support program quality and accreditation activities.
13. Chair the Accreditation Committee and the Accreditation Self-Study Task Force. Co-Chair the UGME Joint Student Assessment and Program Quality Committee. Member of the UGME Program Executive Committee, UGME Program Admissions Committee, UGME Program Curriculum Committee, and others as necessary.
14. Support scholarly activity by adopting evidence-informed, best practices and supporting research activities within the accreditation process.
Desired Experience or Expertise:
Leadership experience; demonstrated ability to communicate with diverse groups through oral and written means
Experience or expertise with quality improvement and/or accreditation frameworks, and the tools and methodologies that support such frameworks
Understanding or experience with common approaches and practices within the UGME Program, including distributed medical education, problem-based and small group learning, and early patient engagement
In addition to their current understanding of UGME Accreditation, additional training sessions are available through the accrediting bodies.
Appointment: The UGME Program Quality Chair is appointed by the Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) under the authority of the UGME Executive Committee. Eligibility: The UGME Program Quality Chair must have a current faculty appointment with McMaster University; or must be in the process of securing a faculty appointment; or must be assured a faculty appointment before beginning their first term. The applicant must be in good standing with their academic and/or clinical associations (e.g. universities; hospitals or other clinical settings; and health regulators), both past and present. Term: Appointment is for a three-year term and is renewable following review by the Associate Dean, UGME under the authority of the UGME Executive Committee. Time Commitment & Stipend: The expected time commitment for this role averages approximately 1.5 days per week (or three half days per week) distributed throughout the year. This leadership role is attributed 600 hours of indirect academic contribution per year. The associated stipend is $60,000 per year, commensurate with UGME Program leadership stipending practices. The Program Quality Chair is supported by (i) an administrator and (ii) an accreditation coordinator within the UGME Program Office;
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and (iii) a Research Assistant/Associate within McMaster's Faculty of Health Sciences' Program for Education Research, Innovation, and Theory (MERIT) who has expertise in psychometrics and statistics. Interested applicants for this position should submit a cover letter and CV to Ms. Jan Paci ([email protected]) addressed to Dr. Rob Whyte, Associate Dean, UGME ([email protected]) prior to Friday, October 5, 2018. The cover letter should outline experience and skills the applicant would bring to the position and the applicant’s vision for his/her first term in the position. Applicants are encouraged to speak with MD Program, Program Evaluation and other leaders for perspective on the role. Please feel free to contact us at the emails above or at 905-525-9140 ext 22141 for further clarification or information. Interviews will be conducted in October 2018 with an anticipated start date by November or December, 2018. McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with McMaster’s Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, the Undergraduate Medical Education Program strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Applicants requiring any form of accommodation throughout the selection process are asked to contact the UGME program office, c/o Jan Paci [email protected] or 905-525-9140 x 22141.
Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program Leadership Position
CHAIR – ADMISSIONS
The Admissions Chair is responsible for the oversight of the admissions process of the MD Program of McMaster University’s Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. The Chair reports directly to the Associate Dean, UGME. Under oversight of the UGME Executive Committee, the Admissions Chair works directly with the Admissions Coordinator and the Admissions Committee to establish the policies and processes of the Admissions Office of the MD Program. McMaster University has a reputation of innovation in admissions since the first classes of our program’s inception, including admitting students from any academic background and without any course pre-requisite requirements. This reputation has continued with development of the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) and the Computer-based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics (CASPer). Recently added accreditation standards and the Future of Medical Education in Canada Project have evolving expectations of medical school admissions processes to incorporate tools and metrics that are both psychometrically sound and responsive to societal needs. The next Admissions Chair will be expected to review current processes and policies with an eye on optimizing this balance as well as tracking the impact of prior and future process and policy decisions. An ideal candidate will have experience or training in admissions or selection processes as well as an awareness of issues of importance to undergraduate medical education and MD Program admissions. Major Responsibilities of the Admissions Chair include:
1. Aligned with the goals and mission of the Undergraduate MD Program and the Faculty of Health Sciences, develop and oversee the priorities of the Admissions portfolio within the MD Program
2. As they relate to the admissions process, advance the core principles of the UGME Program: Distributed medical education (DME); problem-based, small group, and other student engaged learning methods; self-directed learning, including self- and peer-assessment; lifelong learning, including use of evidence-informed practice; and a commitment to innovation.
3. Coordinate and oversee the activities of Admissions to the MD Program including: a. Direct oversight of the activities of the Admissions Assessment Director b. Availability during major admissions activities such as the administration of CASPer and MMI c. Engage regularly with the Admissions Coordinator and others responsible for the operations
of Admissions d. Communicating with applicants, including mass communication via websites and/or social
media; and responding to questions, clarifications, or concerns about the admissions process
e. Communication as necessary with the University Registrar, the Ontario Medical School Application Service (OMSAS), and the Admissions Chairs (or equivalent faculty leads) of Ontario Medical Schools
f. Addressing special requests, request for deferrals, and issues related to special applicants
4. Contribute to the development of policies and practices that impact on MD Program admissions. Implement and/or enforce the policies and practices of McMaster University, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the UGME Program. Support students, applicants, faculty and staff in the application of policies.
5. Work with the Chair of Diversity and Inclusion to ensure that the Admissions process employs inclusive approaches to admissions marketing, selection tool development and implementation, and assessor training. Work with the Chair of Diversity and Inclusion, the Associate Dean, UGME, and the UGME Executive Committee to implement admissions processes that are fair, equitable, and inclusive.
6. Ensure that all admissions policies and practices meet the accreditation standards and elements of the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools.
7. Working with the Chair of Program Quality, participate in program evaluation and quality improvement activities within the admissions portfolio and UGME Program. Lead and encourage innovative changes within the UGME Program.
8. Chair the MD Program Admissions Committee. Participate as a member of the following committees: UGME Program Executive Committee, MD/PhD Committee, Academic Progress Committee, and Post Hoc MCCQE I Review Committee.
9. Represent McMaster University, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the MD Program with external organizations, including:
a. MAC:COFM (Medical Admissions Committee: Council of Ontario Faculties of Medicine): Semi-annual meetings
b. Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada – Committee on Admissions and Student Affairs. Annual national meeting
c. Other universities’ Admissions Offices in Canada and internationally d. Media
10. Support scholarly activity by adopting evidence-informed, best practices and supporting research activities within MD Program admissions.
Appointment: The UGME Program Admissions Chair is appointed by the Associate Dean, UGME under the authority of the UGME Program Executive Committee. The UGME Program Admissions Chair reports to the Associate Dean, UGME and the UGME Program Executive Committee. Eligibility: The UGME Program Admissions Chair must have a current faculty appointment with McMaster University; or must be in the process of securing a faculty appointment; or must be assured a faculty appointment before beginning her/his first term. The applicant must be in good standing with her/his academic and/or clinical associations (e.g. universities; hospitals or other clinical settings; and health regulators), both past and present. Term: Appointment is for a three-year term and is renewable following review by the Associate Dean, UGME under the authority of the UGME Executive Committee.
Time Commitment & Stipend: The expected time commitment for this role is approximately 1 day per week throughout the year. The associated stipend is $40,000 per year, consistent with UGME Program stipending practices. This leadership role is attributed 400 hours of indirect academic contribution per year. The Admissions Chair is supported by a senior level administrator. Interested applicants for this position should submit a cover letter and CV to Ms. Jan Paci ([email protected]) addressed to Dr. Rob Whyte, Associate Dean, UGME ([email protected]) prior to Friday, October 5, 2018. The cover letter should outline experience and skills the applicant would bring to the position and the applicant’s vision for his/her first term in the position. Applicants are encouraged to speak with MD Program, Admissions and other leaders for perspective on the role. Please feel free to contact us at the emails above or at 905-525-9140 ext 22141 for further clarification or information. Interviews will be conducted in October 2018 with an anticipated start date in November or December 2018. McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement. In keeping with McMaster’s Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, the Undergraduate Medical Education Program strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. Applicants requiring any form of accommodation throughout the selection process are asked to contact the UGME program office, c/o Jan Paci [email protected] or 905-525-9140 x 22141.
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DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY CHAIR ROUNDS
Wednesday, November 21, 2018 730 am
Juravinski Hospital A4-4
Video Conferencing is Available: 730 am Room 4U19 – McMaster Medical Centre Classroom C – St. Joseph’s Healthcare
Kemp Auditorium—St. Joseph’s King Campus AV Studio, Level 1 (across from Noonan Conference Room) – Hamilton General
Ena Chadha is an experienced human rights lawyer, advocate and
mediator. Ena has taught Administrative law at Osgoode Hall
Law School and published extensive-ly on gender, race, disability and har-assment. She has spoken widely on equality rights and harassment and
regularly conducts human rights and conflict resolution training, including
as a speaker for the National Judicial Institute. Currently, she is a sessional
lecturer at the Schulich School of Business (York University) teaching Power & Politics and Negotiations.
Ena has recently been appointed as Chair of the Human Rights Legal
Support Centre.
Additional Sessions with Ena November 21, 2018
9 to 11 am Juravinski Hospital Lecture Room A4-4 (Residents
Only)
5 pm JCC Lecture Theatre 4th Floor (Open to all)
TUTORIAL MACESSENTIALS WORKSHOP TO PREPARE FACULTY TO TUTOR IN THE MD PROGRAM
The MD Program offers this faculty development opportunity in conjunction with the Program for Faculty Development.
This 3.5 hour workshop is required preparation for faculty members who aspire to tutor in the MD Program. It is offered to interested participants before they begin to tutor and includes an opportunity to observe an actual tutorial in progress (arranged at a mutually agreeable time). This workshop is intended for eligible faculty who expect to tutor in the MD program in the upcoming year. Residents, clinical fellows, and other individuals wanting a broad introduction to PBL are encouraged to register in How Do I Do PBL Tutoring?: Facilitating Problem Based Learning 101, offered by the Program for Faculty Development. Visit fhs.mcmaster.ca/facdev/ The MacEssentials workshop is offered twice each year, typically in January and June. Next session: Wednesday, January 9th, 2019 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm in MDCL 2232. Objectives: At the end of this workshop, participants will: • Explain PBL as a philosophy and a method. • Define the active learning components of a student-centered PBL tutorial. • Explain the group facilitation skills necessary to create effective group process. • Describe the components that contribute to tutorial assessment in the MD program. Eligible for FHS Program for Faculty Development Academic Pathways – BEST: 3.5 hrs/session For additional information and registration, please contact: Jen Bowen [email protected] (905) 525-9140 x22981
The Michael G. DeGroote Fellowship Awards are an opportunity for excellent postdoctoral candidates to pursue top-level research training. First awarded in 2008, the awards provide funding to research-intensive individuals looking to further their academic career in the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University. Each award provides non-renewable funding of $50,000 for one year for successful applicants. The funding is comprised of $40,000 from the Michael G. DeGroote Health Sciences Development Fund and $10,000 contributed by the applicant’s supervisor. Awards are available in two categories: the Michael G. DeGroote Fellowship Award in Basic Biomedical Science and the Michael G. DeGroote Fellowship Award in Clinical Research. Candidates conducting basic science research are eligible for the Basic Biomedical Science Fellowship Award and those pursuing clinical research are eligible for the Clinical Research Fellowship Award. Applicants must identify in their application which award they are applying for. Separate selection committees will review the respective applicants for each award. Applications are now being accepted and we are seeking qualified candidates to apply. If you know of any first-rate candidates who you feel would be a good fit for these awards under your supervision, please:
• Email [email protected] clearly detailing your ability and willingness to provide the matching $10,000 in funding to support the candidate
• Have the candidate visit http://fhs.mcmaster.ca/mgdfa/ and apply online. The deadline for applications is November 1, 2018 with an estimated start date of January 1, 2019.
Eligibility
• Only candidates who are (a) external to McMaster, or (b) internal students who have yet to begin postdoctoral or health professional degree studies at McMaster, or (c) internal students who began their postdoctoral or health professional degree studies at McMaster no earlier than January 1, 2018, will be eligible for the awards.
• For candidates who hold (or are completing) a PhD, the proposed supervisor(s) listed in their application must be different than their PhD supervisor.
• Priority will be given to those applicants whose graduate training has not been exclusively at McMaster.
Expectations It is expected that winning applicants will seek out and attain external funding within their one-year award term. Supervisors are expected to assist their candidates in doing so. Further Information For more information on the awards, please visit the awards website or send any questions to [email protected]. Sincerely, Jonathan Bramson, PhD Vice-Dean, Research Faculty of Health Sciences
Please contact Susan Gordon, Research Information Specialist, at [email protected] or extension 23138 if you would like to subscribe/unsubscribe to the Funding Opportunities Bulletin mailing list or if you would like assistance searching for funding opportunities. Recent issues of the Bulletin may also be found on our website at http://roads.mcmaster.ca/bulletin. Join Community of Science (COS) Pivot: an up-to-date database of funding opportunities from around the world, create your Pivot
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Research Office for Administration,
Development and Support (ROADS)
Funding Opportunities Bulletin
September 28, 2018
In this Issue:
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Development Grants
COLLABORATIVE HOUSING RESEARCH NETWORK INITIATIVE – Webinar October 2, 2018;
Notify ROADS of Intent to Apply as soon as possible; SSHRC Application deadline November 15,
2018
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Development Grants (PDG) –
Webinars, October 2 and 5, 2018; Notify ROADS of Intent to Apply as soon as possible, SSHRC
Application deadline November 15, 2018
International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Global Affairs Canada, Towards a Food Secure
Future: Lessons from the Canadian International Food Security Research Fund (CIFSRF) and beyond –
Conference and live streamed, October 3-4, 2018 (Ottawa)
Department of Defense, Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs, FY18 Psychological
Health/Traumatic Brain Injury Research Program (PH/TBIRP): Resilience and Readiness
Optimization/Enhancement Translational Research Award (R2OE-TRA) – Pre-application deadline
October 5, 2018; Application deadline November 16, 2018
Weston Brain Institute: Grants – Webinars October 16, 2018; Letters of Intent deadline December 3,
2018
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Engage Grants – Notify
ROADS of Intent to Apply October 17, 2018; SSHRC Application deadline December 17, 2018
American Chemical Society: Petroleum Research Fund Grants – Application deadline October 19, 2018
Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE): 5G (ENCQOR) Technology Development Program – Expression
of Interest deadline October 23, 2018
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Marine Environmental Observation, Prediction and Response Network (MEOPAR) in partnership with
Ocean Networks Canada (ONC), Call for Proposals: Early Career Faculty Grants – Application
deadline October 29, 2018
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation: Grants – Letter of Intent and Application deadlines November 1
and December 17, 2018
Spencer (Spencer Foundation): Small Research Grants and The New Civics – Application deadline
November 1, 2018
Wenner-Gren Foundation: Post-Ph.D. Research Grants – Application deadline November 1, 2018
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Grand Challenges Explorations Round 22 – Application deadline
November 14, 2018
Canadian Blood Services: Awards (Grants) – Application deadline November 30, 2018
Prostate Cancer Canada and the Movember Foundation: Discovery Grants – Registration deadline
November 30, 2018; Application deadline January 17, 2019
Québec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM): Quantum Leap – Application deadline November 30,
2018
WestGrid: Visualize This! Challenge – Final Solution/Application deadline November 30, 2018
Government of Canada, Impact Canada Challenge Platform, The Sky’s the Limit Challenge: Green
Aviation Fuels Innovation Competition – Application deadline February 2019
Previously announced:
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Insight Grants – Notify ROADS of Intent
to Apply ASAP; SSHRC Application deadline October 15, 2018
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Research Grants and Partnerships –
Upcoming Webinars – October 2 to November 8, 2018
Compute Canada: Resource Allocation Competitions – Q&A Sessions October 4, 5, 2018; Application
deadline November 8, 2018
The Getty Foundation: Grants – Application deadline October 15, 2018
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Embassy of France Office for Science and Technology, France-Canada Research Fund: New Scientific
Collaboration Support Program 2019 - Notify ROADS of Intent to Apply by October 15, 2018; ROADS
and the Embassy of France Application deadline November 16, 2018
Grammy Museum: Grammy Museum Grants Program – Letter of Inquiry deadline October 15, 2018
Kidney Foundation of Canada: Allied Health Research Grant – Application deadline October 15, 2018
Department of Defense, Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs, FY18 Gulf War Illness
Research Program (GWIRP): New Investigator Award - Pre-application deadline October 18, 2018;
Application deadline November 8, 2018
IC-IMPACTS (India-Canada Centre for Innovative Multidisciplinary Partnerships to Accelerate
Community Transformation and Sustainability), Call for Proposals: Innovation in Design and
Construction of Low-cost, Resilient, Energy- Efficient and Safe Housing for First Nation Communities –
Application deadline October 22, 2018
Hamilton Health Sciences JHCCF Grants: - Fall 2018 Call for Applications – Application deadline
October 24, 2018
Ontario Pork: Call for Proposals – Letter of Intent deadline October 25, 2018
Simons Foundation: Grants – Application deadlines October 31, 2018 – January 31, 2019
Canada Council for the Arts, Digital Strategy Fund - Digital Literacy and Intelligence – Application
deadline October 31, 2018
Cystic Fibrosis Canada: 2018 Targeted Research Competition – Application deadline October 31, 2018
Escher Fund for Autism: Investigation of F2 neurodevelopmental outcomes of F0 pregnancy or F1
neonatal general anesthesia – Expression of Interest deadline October 31, 2018
Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: J. Edouard Samson Award – Application deadline October 31, 2018
Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: Canadian Orthopaedic Research Legacy (CORL) - Grant –
Application deadline October 31, 2018
Louisville Institute: Grants – Application deadlines November 1, 2018, January 15, 2019
Partnership For Clean Competition: Research Grants, Pre-Application deadline November 1, 2018;
Micro-Grants – no application deadline
BrightFocus Foundation: Standard Grants – Application deadline November 9, 2018
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Alzheimer Society, 2019 Alzheimer Society Research Program Competition: Grants - Application
deadline November 9, 2018
Department of Defense (DoD), Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs: FY18 Duchenne
Muscular Dystrophy Research Program (DMDRP) – LOI deadlines November 14, 2018
Fulbright Canada: Awards for Canadian Scholars – Application deadlines November 15, 2018
Canadian Hemophilia Society (CHS), Research Programs: Grants – Application deadline November 15,
2018
Genome Canada: Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP), Round 14 – Round 14, Draft
Expression of Interest due to Ontario Genomics November 19, 2018
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and economic Development Canada: Accessible
Technology Program – Application deadlines January 2, 2019, June 2, 2019, January 2, 2020, June 2,
2020, January 2, 2021, June 2, 2021
CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC and the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Invitation for Feedback:
Prioritizing Future Challenges for Canada – no deadline
ICLR AND MEOPAR Call for Proposal – 2018 Spring Flooding – Notify ROADS of Intent to Apply
ASAP
Weston Brain Institute, Big Ideas: Canada – Letter of Intent accepted on a rolling basis
Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR): Quick Response Program – Applications are accepted
at all times
Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute: Grants – Applications are open submissions
Weston Brain Institute, Early Phase Clinical Trials: Canada – Letter of Intent is accepted on a rolling
basis.
Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR), Call for Proposals: International & Interdisciplinary
Research Workshops – Open Call – Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Simons Foundation, Mathematics and Physical Sciences Division: Targeted Grants in Mathematics and
Physical Sciences – Letters of Intent are accepted on a rolling basis.
MIRA AND LCMA Matching Funds for Research Opportunities – Rolling
Wabash Center: Project Grants – Application deadline: Small – Rolling, Large: February 15, 2019
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC): NSERC Committee
Membership
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In this Issue:
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Development
Grants COLLABORATIVE HOUSING RESEARCH NETWORK INITIATIVE
SSHRC is now accepting applications for the 2018 Partnership Development Grants (PDG) competition,
review the above description, and http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-
programmes/partnership_development_grants-subventions_partenariat_developpement-eng.aspx.
SSHRC and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Joint Initiative https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/en/nhs/a-cmhc-sshrc-joint-initiative
A new SSHRC/CMHC joint initiative is now available for PDG applicants.
SSHRC and CMHC are partnering to fund research related to housing in order to help set the stage for the
creation of a Collaborative Housing Research Network. Research projects undertaken by teams composed of
academics, as well as non-academics, will focus on 5 priority areas that were determined by CMHC:
1. Housing for those in greatest need;
2. Community Housing Sustainability;
3. Northern Housing;
4. Sustainable Housing and Communities;
5. Balanced Supply of Housing
The first stage of this two-stage competition will be through the Partnership Development Grants competition.
Successful applicants will be invited to submit a proposal at the second stage.
The PDGs and subsequent Stage 2 Partnership Grants will form the network, which will fund research to
support housing policy development and future housing program development. These housing research grants
ultimately strive to address the needs of the communities identified through a public consultation in 2016.
Webinar
On October 2, 2018, from 12:00 – 2:00pm (eastern), SSHRC and CMHC will offer a bilingual webinar to
provide information and answer questions regarding the Joint Initiative.
Through this initiative, CMHC and SSHRC are offering PDGs related to housing research in support of the 10-
year $40-billion National Housing Strategy.
review https://www.placetocallhome.ca/
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Join the webinar to learn 1) how to apply for the grants, and 2) the four pillars of the strategy, the fourth pillar in
particular includes a variety of funding opportunities. The webinar will also touch on two types of funding
proposals, as well as the creation and mission of the Collaborative Housing Research Network.
Webinar schedule
Partnership Development Grants – Collaborative Housing Research Network
Bilingual: October 2, 2018 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. (eastern)
Link: CMHC-SSHRC Joint Initiative—Partnership Development Grants
To join a webinar:
type your name in the field provided and press “Enter Room;” and
adjust the volume on your computer.
First time attending an Adobe Connect meeting?
Test your connection
Value:
$80,000 for 1 year
Application process:
Notify ROADS of intent to apply by August 30, 2018.
The initial draft of the application is due to ROADS by October 16, 2018. The final draft and signed
application approval form are due to ROADS by November 8, 2018.
The SSHRC application deadline is November 15, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Development
Grants (PDG) – Webinars
SSHRC holds webinars on upcoming competitions using Adobe Connect. A question and answer period follows
each presentation, allowing participants to submit written questions through the webinar interface.
Webinar schedule
Partnership Development Grants
review, http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-
programmes/partnership_development_grants-subventions_partenariat_developpement-eng.aspx
No registration is required. Participants may join in at any time.
. French session: October 2, 2018 at 10 am – 12:00 pm (eastern)
Link: Partnership Development Grants
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. English session: October 5, 2018 at 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm (eastern)
Link: Partnership Development Grants
To join a webinar:
click the link below for the webinar you wish to attend;
type your name in the field provided and press Enter Room;
adjust the volume on your computer.
First time attending an Adobe Connect meeting?
Test your connection
The objective of the Partnership Development Grant is to provide support to new or existing formal
partnerships to:
1) develop research and/or related activities, knowledge mobilization, and the meaningful involvement of
students/emerging scholars in the social sciences and humanities, by fostering new partnerships with existing
and/or potential partners; or
2) design and test new partnership approaches for research and/or related activities that may result in best
practices/models that either can be adapted by others, or have the potential to be scaled up to a regional,
national, or international level.
Partnerships may be between academic institutions, or between one or more academic institutions and one or
more non-academic partner organizations.
review Eligibility at http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-
programmes/partnership_development_grants-subventions_partenariat_developpement-eng.aspx
Proposals may involve any disciplines, thematic areas, approaches, or subject areas eligible for SSHRC funding.
review Subject Matter Eligibility at http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/apply-
demande/background-renseignements/selecting_agency-choisir_organisme_subventionnaire-eng.aspx
Value:
$75,000 to $200,000 over 1 - 3 years
Application process:
The initial draft of the Application is due to ROADS by October 16, 2018. The final draft and signed
Application Approval Form are due to ROADS by November 8, 2018.
The SSHRC application deadline is November 15, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
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International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and Global Affairs Canada, Towards
a Food Secure Future: Lessons from the Canadian International Food Security Research
Fund (CIFSRF) and beyond – Conference and live streamed
Join IDRC and Global Affairs Canada in celebrating the Canadian International Food Security Research Fund’s
achievements. https://www.idrc.ca/en/initiative/canadian-international-food-security-research-fund
review https://www.idrc.ca/en/events/towards-food-secure-future-lessons-cifsrf-and-beyond
October 3 - 4, 2018 Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, https://ottawaconferenceandeventcentre.com/
free event, spaces are limited
Register now at https://willow.reg-system.com/2018IDRC
The event will be live streamed: http://collaboratevideo.net/CIFSRFconference/sessions.php
Department of Defense (DoD), Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs,
FY18 Psychological Health/Traumatic Brain Injury Research Program (PH/TBIRP):
Resilience and Readiness Optimization/Enhancement Translational Research Award
(R2OE-TRA)
The objective of the PH/TBIRP, R2OE-TRA is to 1) support behavioral health research, and 2) evaluate
evidence-based methods, interventions, and techniques to optimize and enhance resilience and readiness
designed to:
a) accelerate and enhance the development of effective teams (e.g., first responders, small teams, and
remote/isolated units);
b) efficiently strengthen unit cohesion in the context of isolated, small teams;
c) succeed under significant emotional demands using resilience-building techniques, tools and strategies to
enhance emotion regulation.
All applications must address one or more of the following topics of interest, review page 5 at
http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/FY18-PHTBI-R2OE-TRA.pdf.
Value:
maximum $2.5 million over 3 years
Application process:
The DoD pre-application deadline is October 5, 2018. The application deadline is November 16, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
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Weston Brain Institute: Grants
The Weston Brain Institute has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
1. Rapid Response: Canada 2019, the objective: 1) to support Alzheimer’s and related diseases:
. frontotemporal dementia
. mild cognitive impairment
. vascular contributions and prodromes (to the above), and
2) to provide seed funding for novel, high-risk, high-reward translational research projects.
All projects must meet two conditions to be eligible:
. projects must be translational research that helps accelerate the development of therapeutics for
neurodegenerative diseases of aging;
. projects must involve the development of a therapeutic and/or tool.
Preliminary data is not required.
http://westonbraininstitute.ca/rapid-response-canada-2019-ad/
announcement website: http://westonbraininstitute.ca/funding-opportunities/open-and-upcoming-programs/
Webinar
The Institute will hold a Program Information Webinar to provide further details and answer questions.
October 16, 2018 at 1:00- 2:00pm (EDT)
Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3935836402623915011
Value:
maximum $200,000 over a maximum 18 months
Application process:
The Weston Brain Institute letter of intent deadline is December 3, 2018.
2. Transformational Research: Canada 2019, the objective: 1) to support Alzheimer’s and related diseases:
. frontotemporal dementia
. mild cognitive impairment
. vascular contributions and prodromes (to the above), and
2) to support transformative, novel, high-risk, high-reward translational research projects with excellent
preliminary data.
All projects must meet the following conditions to be eligible:
1) be translational research (excluding clinical trials and clinical trial sub-studies) that accelerates the
development of therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases of aging;
2) be the development of a therapeutic and/or tool and/or complementary approaches.
http://westonbraininstitute.ca/transformational-research-canada-2019-ad/
announcement website: http://westonbraininstitute.ca/funding-opportunities/open-and-upcoming-programs/
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Webinar
The Institute will hold a Program Information Webinar to provide further details and answer questions.
October 16, 2018 at 1:00 – 2:00pm (EDT)
Register at https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3935836402623915011
Value:
maximum $1,500,000 over a maximum 3 years
Application process:
The Weston Brain Institute letter of intent deadline is December 3, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Partnership Engage Grants
The Partnership Engage Grant will 1) respond to the objectives of the SSHRC Insight and the Connection
programs, and 2) provide short‐term and timely support for partnered research activities, that will inform
decision‐making at a single partner organization from the public, private or not‐for‐profit sector. The
small‐scale, stakeholder‐driven partnerships are also meant to respond to immediate needs and time constraints
facing organizations in non‐academic sectors.
review Insight at http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/umbrella_programs-
programme_cadre/insight-savoir-eng.aspx
review Connection at http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/umbrella_programs-
programme_cadre/connection-connexion-eng.aspx
Note, the Partnership Engage Grant cannot respond exclusively to the objectives of the Connection program.
Partnership Engage Grant proposals may involve any disciplines, thematic areas, approaches or subject areas
eligible for SSHRC funding.
review Subject Matter Eligibility at http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/apply-
demande/background-renseignements/selecting_agency-choisir_organisme_subventionnaire-eng.aspx
SSHRC welcomes applications involving Aboriginal research, as well as those involving research-creation.
http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/partnership_engage_grants-
subventions_d_engagement_partenarial-eng.aspx
Value:
$7,000 - $25,000 over 1 year
Application process:
Notify ROADS of intent to apply by October 17, 2018.
The initial draft of the Application and Letters of Support are due to ROADS by November 26, 2018. The final
draft and a completed and signed Application Approval Form are due to ROADS by December 10, 2018.
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The SSHRC application deadline is December 17, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
American Chemical Society: Petroleum Research Fund Grants
The objective of the Petroleum Research Fund Grant is to 1) provide seed money to support fundamental
research, directly related to petroleum or fossil fuels, at nonprofit institutions (i.e., colleges and universities) and
2) enable an investigator to initiate a new research direction.
Note, fundamental research in “the petroleum field” is defined as “petroleum, natural gas, coal, shale, tar
sands and like materials.”
https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/grants/prf.html
Value:
maximum $110,000 over 2 years
Application process:
The American Chemical Society application deadline is October 19, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE): 5G (ENCQOR) Technology Development Program
The OCE has recently announced intake is now open for the 5G (ENCQOR) (Evolution of Networked Services
through a Corridor in Québec and Ontario for Research and Innovation) Technology Development program in
Ontario.
Launched earlier this year, ENCQOR establishes the first Canadian pre-commercial corridor of 5G wireless
communication technologies - the key to accelerating the transition to game-changing 5G technology, related
job creation and economic growth.
There are two streams within the 5G (ENCQOR) Technology Development program:
1) The 5G (ENCQOR) Academic Technology Development Program (5G ADP) partners researchers at
Ontario-based, post-secondary institutions with ENCQOR Anchor Firms on 5G technology development
projects. Researchers are eligible to lead applications in the 5G ADP.
review Anchor Firms at https://ontario.encqor.ca/partners/
Areas of research interest are defined by Challenge Statements submitted to OCE by the ENCQOR Anchor
Firms, and posted to the OCE website on a rolling basis.
The 5G (ENCQOR) 5G ADP supports collaborative technology development projects to develop, integrate, test
or validate pre-commercial technologies for the iPaaS (Innovation Platform as a Service) testbed.
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http://oce-ontario.org/programs/advanced-technology-platforms/encqor/5g-(encqor)-academic-technology-
development-program
2) The 5G (ENCQOR) SME Technology Development Program (5G SDP) partners Ontario-based, Small- and
Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) with ENCQOR Anchor Firms on 5G technology development projects.
review Anchor Firms at https://ontario.encqor.ca/partners/
Areas of technology interest are defined in Challenge Statements submitted to OCE by the ENCQOR Anchor
Firms, and posted on a rolling basis.
The 5G (ENCQOR) 5G SDP supports collaborative technology development projects to develop, integrate, test
or validate pre-commercial technologies for the iPaaS testbed.
For the 5G SDP stream, applicants may select to apply for funding to support an intern as part of their project
through OCE's TalentEdge program. For additional information regarding OCE's TalentEdge Program and
Intern Eligibility, review the program guidelines at http://oce-ontario.org/programs/advanced-technology-
platforms/encqor/5g-(encqor)-talentedge-internships.
To be notified of 5G (ENCQOR) Academic or SME Technology Development Program Challenge Statements
as they launch, please sign up for the ENCQOR Ontario mailing list at
https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001rUTbhoxAzRfsdJ5wZiuvtaHI4hOsBNI1Ul7UWhH
vHp7Fnjb8lkgylgFc_X9iZ-h68Zy3CnH4VlEikVBFx-
m4upNBX7LV0NPx3g2XTm8JuTocd2RdnbnbSd4OIQQ4bV5ur6tcFOlXYImCrEZqoOUiptalzJfIUU0x
Some Challenge Statements have been posted and you can find them online at http://oce-
ontario.org/programs/advanced-technology-platforms/encqor/5g-(encqor)-technology-development-program-
challenge-statements.
http://oce-ontario.org/programs/advanced-technology-platforms/encqor/5g-(encqor)-sme-technology-
development-program
Application process:
The OCE expression of interest deadline is October 23, 2018.
Contact:
Ryan Vieira, Research Contracts Advisor (Science and Engineering), McMaster University, McMaster Industry
Liaison Office (MILO) at [email protected] or extension 22649
Marine Environmental Observation, Prediction and Response Network (MEOPAR) in
partnership with Ocean Networks Canada (ONC), Call for Proposals: Early Career
Faculty Grants
MEOPAR is a national network of academic researchers and students, government scientists, and partners in the
private, not-for-profit, and community sectors working together to:
1) reduce vulnerability and strengthen opportunity in the marine and coastal environments;
2) develop and apply knowledge-based approaches to better anticipate and respond to the risk of the changing
marine environment; and
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3) enable Canadian leadership in MEOPR, in close coordination with partners, to deliver knowledge,
technology, technique and highly-qualified personnel to enhance resilience, and optimize economic opportunity
for Canada.
The objective of the Early Career Faculty Grant is to support faculty investigators (who received their first
faculty appointment in the last five years) to contribute to and participate in MEOPAR’s broad interdisciplinary,
multi-institutional research effort.
MEOPAR’s research plan is organized in to two themes, Theme 1: Environmental Change, Theme 2: Human
Activity, and is focused on providing research solutions to four Canadian socio-economic challenges:
. the data coordination gap in ocean observation;
. predictive capacity and environmental forecasts, particularly in the Arctic, in support of the Year of Polar
Prediction;
. knowledge-based and forecasting solutions to increase coastal community resilience;
. technology and data solutions that minimize risk and maximize efficiency of marine industry operations, with
emphasis on coastal and northern shipping.
http://meopar.ca/research/early-career-faculty-call-for-proposals/
Value:
maximum $100,000 over 2 years (projects begin April 2019)
Application process:
The MEOPAR application deadline is October 29, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Praem Mehta, Research Project Coordinator, at [email protected] or extension 20896
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation: Grants
The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
1) Innovation Grant, the objective: to provide critical and significant seed funding for experienced
investigators with a novel and promising approach to finding causes and cures for childhood cancers. Proposals
should have clinical translation in view.
https://www.alexslemonade.org/sites/default/files/2019_innovation_loi_guidelines_final.pdf and
https://www.alexslemonade.org/sites/default/files/2019_innovation_full_guidelines_final.pdf
announcement site: https://www.alexslemonade.org/grants/program-areas/accelerator-programs#program-143
Value:
maximum $250,000 over 2 years
Application process:
The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation letter of intent deadline is November 1, 2018.
2) Young Investigator Grants, the objective: to support scientists during their fellowship training or early in
their research careers. Demonstration of outstanding mentorship, and demonstration of a career plan that shows
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commitment to pediatric cancer investigation, are critical components of a successful application.
https://www.alexslemonade.org/sites/default/files/2019_young_investigator_guidelines_final.pdf
announcement site: https://www.alexslemonade.org/researchers-reviewers/applicants
Value:
maximum $150,000 over 3 years
Application process:
The Foundation’s application deadline is December 17, 2018.
3) Epidemiology Grants, the objective: to support investigators to pursue research studies in human populations,
using epidemiological approaches, in order to significantly contribute to the understanding of childhood cancers.
Hypothesis-driven research may focus on risk factors, early detection, prevention, effectiveness and treatment outcomes.
https://www.alexslemonade.org/sites/default/files/2019_epidemiology_guidelines_final.pdf
announcement site: https://www.alexslemonade.org/researchers-reviewers/applicants
Value:
$100,000 per year for 2 years
Application process:
The Foundation’s application deadline is December 17, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Spencer (Spencer Foundation): Small Research Grants and The New Civics
Spencer has recently announced two funding opportunities:
1) Small Research Grants, the objective: to support academic work that will contribute to the improvement of
education, broadly conceived.
Areas of Inquiry: The Relation between Education and Social Opportunity; Teaching, Learning and
Instructional Resources; Organizational Learning in Schools, School Systems and Higher Education Systems;
Purposes and Values of Education; Field-Initiated.
https://www.spencer.org/small-research-grants-program-statement
2) The New Civics, the objective: to support proposals that ask critical questions, specifically, how education
can more effectively contribute to the civic development of young people. The New Civics has supported
projects that 1) deepen our understanding of influences on civic action, 2) attend to social inequalities in civic
education, and 3) show potential to shape future research and practice in these fields.
This area represents the broader Foundation belief that cultivating knowledge and new ideas about civic
education will ultimately improve students’ lives and enrich society. The designation “new” refers to an
expanded understanding of civic education and its relationship to civic action.
http://www.spencer.org/new-civics-program-statement
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Value:
Small Research Grants and The New Civics: $50,000 or less
Application process:
The Spencer application deadline is November 1, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Wenner-Gren Foundation: Post-Ph.D. Research Grants
The objective of the Post-Ph.D. Research Grant is to 1) support basic research in anthropology, 2) ensure the
discipline continues to be a source of vibrant and significant work, 3) further our understanding of humanity's
cultural and biological origins, development, and variation.
The Foundation supports research that demonstrates a clear link to anthropological theory and debates, and
promises to make a solid contribution to advancing these ideas. There is no preference for any methodology,
research location, or subfield. The Foundation particularly welcomes proposals that employ a comparative
perspective, can generate innovative approaches or ideas, and/or integrate two or more subfields.
http://www.wennergren.org/programs/post-phd-research-grants
Value:
maximum $20,000 US
There is no time limit on the duration of the grant and funding may be requested to cover distinct research
phases (e.g., two Summers) if this is part of the research design.
Application process:
The Wenner-Gren Foundation application deadline is November 1, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Scott Johnston, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24439
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Grand Challenges Explorations Round 22
The Gates Foundation is inviting proposals for the latest round of the Grand Challenges Explorations
initiative. Applications on the following six topics will be accepted:
1) Increasing Demand for Vaccination Services
review https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/increasing-demand-vaccination-services-round-22
2) New Approaches for Manufacturing Gut Microbial Biotherapeutics
review https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/new-approaches-manufacturing-gut-microbial-
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biotherapeutics-round-22
3) Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings
review https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/innovation-wash-urban-settings-round-22
4) New Approaches for Strategic Prioritization of Agricultural Development Policies
review, https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/new-approaches-strategic-prioritization-agricultural-
development-policies-round-22
5) Tools and Technologies for Broad-Scale Pest and Disease Surveillance of Crop Plants in Low-Income
Countries review https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/tools-and-technologies-broad-scale-pest-and-disease-
surveillance-crop-plants-low-income
6) Innovations Driving Programmatic Performance in Immunization: Service Experience and Data Use +
Measurement review https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/innovations-driving-programmatic-performance-
immunization-service-experience-and-data-use
No preliminary data is required.
Applicants can be at any experience level, in any discipline, and from any type of organization including
colleges and universities, government laboratories, research institutions, non-profit organizations, and for-profit
companies.
announcement site: https://www.grandchallenges.org/announcement/grand-challenges-explorations-round-22-
opened
Value:
Initial grants are $100,000 US and successful projects are eligible to receive follow-on funding to a maximum
$1 million.
Application process:
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation application deadline is November 14, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Canadian Blood Services: Awards (Grants)
The Canadian Blood Services recently announced the following funding opportunities:
1) BloodTechNet Award Program, the objective: to support the development of innovative educational projects
that network the Transfusion, Cellular Therapy and Transplantation communities in Canada. These projects
deliver educational tools and resources that support the development of skills, knowledge, and expertise of the
health professionals in this network. The Applicant must be a health professional belonging to the transfusion,
cellular therapy and/or transplantation communities in Canada. The Program is targeted towards Medical Lab
Technologists, Nurses, and Physicians.
https://blood.ca/sites/default/files/Fall_2018_BloodTechNet_Guidelines.pdf
announcement site: https://blood.ca/en/research/funding-programs
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Value:
maximum $50,000 for 1 year
Application process:
The Canadian Blood Services application deadline is November 30, 2018.
2) Kenneth J. Fyke Award, the objective: to support health services and policy research to promote the
development of evidence-based Canadian practices and policies in blood transfusion, blood stem cell
transplantation, organ and tissue transplantation for the benefit of Canadian patients.
review funding priorities, page 1 at
https://blood.ca/sites/default/files/Canadian_Blood_Services_Ken_Fyke_Award_2018_Guidelines.pdf
announcement site: https://blood.ca/en/research/funding-programs
Value:
maximum $100,000 for 1 year
Application process:
The Canadian Blood Services application deadline is November 30, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Prostate Cancer Canada and the Movember Foundation: Discovery Grants
The objective of the Discovery Grant is to support novel and innovative prostate cancer research that will lead
to new lines of investigation. The grant is designed to:
. allow both junior and more established investigators to pursue new avenues of exploration;
. allow applications from all areas of prostate cancer research;
. fund applications that will have been evaluated by a rigorous peer-review process that assessed a) innovation,
b) track record of investigator team, c) methodology and feasibility of the proposed work, d) potential impact on
prostate cancer. The research project may address any of the broad areas of prostate cancer research including but not limited to
biomedical, clinical, population health, and health services/economics.
http://www.prostatecancer.ca/Research/Current-Opportunities/Discovery-Grants
Value:
maximum $200,000 over a maximum 2 years
Application process:
The Prostate Cancer Canada registration deadline is November 30, 2018. The application deadline is January
17, 2019.
ROADS contact:
Miky (Mihaela) Dumitrescu, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21548
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Québec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM): Quantum Leap
The objective of the Quantum Leap funding opportunity is to 1) support innovative, translational
biopharmaceutical research projects, 2) enable technologies, innovative platforms and/or innovative therapies,
3) fund projects that a) focus on developing cutting-edge technologies with the potential to significantly
advance the R&D activities of CQDM’s pharmaceutical members, and b) have potential to significantly
improve, facilitate and/or accelerate the drug discovery process, and the development of safer and more
effective drugs.
The technologies of interest can be at any stage of the drug development process, and involve a wide range of
therapeutic indications.
Projects are associated with specific deliverables and must be ready for use by CQDM pharmaceutical members
upon completion.
https://cqdm.org/en/quantum-leap-programme-de-financement-pour-la-recherche-sur-la-decouverte-du-
medicament/
Value:
$500,000 - $1,200,000 over 1 – 3 years
Application process:
The CQDM application deadline is November 30, 2018.
ROADS contact: Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
WestGrid: Visualize This! Challenge
Visualize This! Challenge is a Canada-wide competition that aims to celebrate the innovative ways
visualization can help researchers explore datasets, and answer important scientific questions.
Visualize This! provides an opportunity to challenge your creativity, experiment with new visualization tools,
and contribute to the growth of data visualization in Canada.
This year the challenge is comprised of two separate competitions:
1) scientific visualization challenge based on a molecular dynamics simulation dataset, and
2) humanities visualization challenge based on the Orlando British Women’s Writing Dataset.
review 1) at https://westgrid.github.io/visualizeThis/menu/scientific.html, and 2) at
https://westgrid.github.io/visualizeThis/menu/humanities.html
Both datasets will be made available on the competition webpage, and participants may download any time
after October 1, 2018.
Submissions will be reviewed by members of the Compute Canada Visualization Team. Points will be given for:
. interactive visualizations;
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. visualizing the 3D multi-scale nature of the data;
. online presentation in a browser; and
. clear innovative display of multiple variables.
Participants from all research fields are encouraged to enter.
announcement site: https://westgrid.github.io/visualizeThis/journal/welcome-to-challenge.html
Value (prizes):
. High-capacity external SSD drives
. free registration and subsidized travel to a WestGrid 2019 Research Computing Summer School
. your visualization showcased on the websites of Compute Canada, WestGrid, Compute Ontario, Calcul
Québec, and ACENET
. opportunity to present to the research community at an upcoming Compute Canada/WestGrid event
Application process:
The WestGrid final solution/application deadline is November 30, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Scott Johnston, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24439
Government of Canada, Impact Canada Challenge Platform, The Sky’s the Limit
Challenge: Green Aviation Fuels Innovation Competition
The aviation industry needs a fuel that will cut pollution and fight climate change.
The objective of the Green Aviation Fuels Innovation Competition is to 1) develop the jet fuel of the future
(i.e., develop new ways to produce biojet fuels, e.g., sustainable sources), and 2) fight climate change.
More specifically:
. accelerate innovation to bring down the cost of sustainable aviation fuel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
from air transportation;
. build on Canadian strengths (e.g., forestry, agriculture, fuel production, innovation) to develop a world-class
supply chain for the production of sustainable aviation fuel;
. support Canadian leadership in clean technology innovation and the growing global market for green fuels.
Promote the use of Canadian-made sustainable aviation fuel in domestic commercial flights in Canada.
https://impact.canada.ca/en/challenges/green-aviation and https://impact.canada.ca/en/challenges/green-
aviation/applicant-guide
Value:
Four teams will receive up to $2 million each over 18 months to support their efforts to develop the best way to
scale up sustainable aviation fuel in Canada, leveraging the experience gained from the first production.
Applicants are encouraged to develop a consortium across the supply chain to support their efforts.
The winning team will receive $5 million to commercialize their innovative fuel.
Application process:
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The Impact Canada application deadline is February 2019. Additional details to follow.
ROADS contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
Previously Announced:
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC): Insight Grants
The objective of the Insight Grant is to provide support for long-term research initiatives central to advancing
knowledge. The grant enables scholars, both emerging and established in the social sciences and humanities, to
address complex issues pertaining to individuals and societies, and to further our collective understanding.
Research initiatives may be undertaken by an individual researcher, or a team of researchers working in
collaboration.
http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/insight_grants-subventions_savoir-
eng.aspx
Value: Applicants may choose one of two streams when applying for an Insight Grant, depending on the
amount of funding required.
Stream A:
$7,000 - $100,000 over 2-5 years; A minimum request of $7,000 is required in at least one year.
Stream B:
$101,000 - $400,000 over 2-5 years; A minimum request of $7,000 is required in at least one year. A maximum
of $100,000 is available in a single year.
Application Process:
Notify ROADS of intent to apply by ASAP. The initial draft of the application is due to ROADS by September
18, 2018. The final draft and signed application approval form are due to ROADS by October 9, 2018. The
SSHRC application deadline is October 15, 2018.
ROADS Contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) SSHRC Research Grants and
Partnerships – Upcoming Webinars
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SSHRC will be holding a series of webinars for applicants and research administrators on upcoming competitions.
The webinars will be held via Adobe Connect at the following times:
Webinar Date Adobe Connect Link
Partnership Development
Grants (French)
Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 10:00-
12:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/rkhpvg794xvi/
CMHC-SSHR Joint
Initiative – Partnership
Development Grants
(Bilingual)
Tuesday, October 2, 2018, 12:00-
14:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/r9pu20mheu7c/
Partnership Development
Grants (English)
Friday, October 5, 2018 12:00-
14:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/ri3fb590r6dl/
Partnership Grants – Stage
1 (English)
Wednesday, October 17, 2018,
12:00–14:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/r61rc3supl9r/
Partnership Grants – Stage
1 (French)
Thursday, October 18, 2018,
12:00–14:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/rsz12kab93dq/
Connection Grants
(English) Wednesday, November 7th
2018,
13:00-15:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/rjt5jakgfqaf/
Connection Grants
(French)
Thursday, November 8, 2018,
13:00-15:00 ET
https://sshrc-
crsh.adobeconnect.com/rnb57d820xk6/
Please note: that you do not need to register in advance and a question and answer period will follow the
presentation. With Adobe Connect, questions must be submitted in writing.
To join via Adobe Connect:
Click on the Adobe Connect webinar link on the date and time specified.
Enter your name, and press “Enter Room”.
Adjust the volume on your computer.
First time attending an Adobe Connect meeting?
Test your connection
Get a quick overview
For more information about a specific funding opportunity, please contact Christina Pellegrini, ROADS, at ext.
27207 or [email protected]
For any questions, please contact SSHRC at the relevant email address for the funding opportunity:
http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/contact_us-contactez_nous/index-eng.aspx
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Compute Canada: Resource Allocation Competitions
Compute Canada has invited researchers to apply to the annual Resource Allocation Competitions (RAC) to
request storage and compute resources beyond what can be obtained via the Rapid Access Service.
review Rapid Access Service at https://www.computecanada.ca/research-portal/accessing-resources/rapid-
access-service/
Researchers are able to apply to two RAC.
1) Research Platforms and Portals (RPP), the objective: to enable communities to develop research projects
that improve access to shared datasets, enhance existing online research tools and facilities, or advance national
or international research collaborations. The RPP competition is focussed solely on scientific gateways.
https://www.computecanada.ca/research-portal/accessing-resources/resource-allocation-competitions/rpp/
2) Resources for Research Groups (RRG), the objective: to enable faculty members, from all disciplines, and
their sponsored users to access compute, storage, or cloud resources at a scale beyond that available from local
institutional or provincial resources.
https://www.computecanada.ca/research-portal/accessing-resources/resource-allocation-competitions/rrg/
announcement site: https://www.computecanada.ca/research-portal/accessing-resources/resource-allocation-
competitions/
Question & Answer (Q&A) Sessions
Compute Canada is hosting two Q&A Sessions on October 4 (English session) and October 5, 2018 (French
session) to outline important changes to the RAC 2018 process, and to answer questions.
12:00-1:30pm (EDT)
Register (Oct. 4): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/compute-canada-rac-2019-qa-session-tickets-49484840490
Register (Oct. 5): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/seance-dinformation-pour-le-concours-dallocation-de-ressources-
2019-tickets-50126263002
Value:
Compute Canada is not a funding agency.
RPP: Allocations (i.e., computing power and storage) may be awarded for a maximum 3 years.
RRG: Allocations are available for 1 year.
Application process:
The Compute Canada application deadline is November 8, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
The Getty Foundation: Grants
The Getty Foundation has recently announced the following funding opportunity:
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Library Research Grants – This grant provides partial, short-term support for researchers requiring the use of
specific collections housed in the Getty Research Institute (GRI). The GRI's grant budget has been generously
supplemented by donations from Getty Research Institute Council members and the Getty Conservation
Institute.
http://www.getty.edu/foundation/initiatives/residential/library_research_grants.html
Value: Amount depends on the distance traveled; Within California - $800; In North America - $1,500;
International - $3,000. Grants range from several days to a maximum of three months.
Application Process:
The Library Research Grant deadline is October 15, 2018.
ROADS Contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Embassy of France Office for Science and Technology, France-Canada Research Fund:
New Scientific Collaboration Support Program 2019
The New Scientific Collaboration Support Program provides financing for new scientific projects jointly
developed by French and Canadian teams. The program aims to accomplish the following objectives:
1) support developing new expert partnerships/new collaborations between France and Canada (only projects
involving collaboration between researchers who have never worked together will be taken into consideration);
2) promote the advancement of research and innovation;
3) prepare and structure scientific cooperation between the two countries;
4) promote researcher mobility particularly for young researchers; and
5) provide research training for young researchers.
Proposals are evaluated on the following criteria:
. innovative nature of the proposed project (quality, relevance);
. contribution to the advancement of knowledge (project impact);
. quality of the project presented by researchers and team members (publications, credits, other types of prior
recognition)
. proposed execution of research (methodology, calendar, budget);
. significance and contributions of the binational collaboration (complimentarily and balance between teams);
. participation of young researchers and/or Master’s/doctoral students (contributions, benefits).
https://francecanadaculture.org/the-call-for-applications-for-the-2019-new-collaborations-programs-is-open/
The FCRF program has limited the number of applications that may be submitted by McMaster to five.
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Value:
from $8,000 - $15,000 over 2 years
The award is primarily intended to support the mobility of the researchers and their students.
Application process:
Notify ROADS of intent to apply by October 15, 2018. Applications submitted by November 16, 2018 will
undergo an internal review process and only those selected will be forwarded to the FCRF by December 17,
2018 for further consideration by a national, joint Canada-France committee.
ROADS contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
Grammy Museum: Grammy Museum Grants Program
The objective of the Grant Program is to support organizations and individuals in their efforts to 1) research
projects related to the impact of music on the human condition (i.e., Scientific Research Projects), and 2)
advance the archiving and preservation of the music and recorded sound heritage of North America (i.e.,
Archiving and Preservation Projects).
1) Scientific Research Projects:
Examples might include the study of the effects of music on mood, cognition and healing, as well as the medical
and occupational well-being of music professionals and the creative process underlying music. Priority is given
to projects with strong methodological design, as well those addressing an important research question.
https://www.grammymuseum.org/programs/grants-program
review Guidelines and Funding Restrictions at https://www.grammymuseum.org/assets/doc/2019-LOI-
Research-Guidelines-2a6a32214a.pdf
review, sample, Letter of Inquiry at https://www.grammy.com/sites/com/files/pages/researchloisample2017.pdf
2) Archiving and Preservation Projects:
The Archiving and Preservation area has two funding categories: 1) Preservation Implementation; 2)
Assistance, Assessment and/or Consultation
https://www.grammymuseum.org/programs/grants-program
review Guidelines and Funding Restrictions at https://www.grammymuseum.org/assets/doc/2019-LOI-
Preservation-Guidelines-476d56b441.pdf
review sample, Letter of Inquiry at
https://www.grammy.com/sites/com/files/pages/preservationloisample2017.pdf
Value:
Scientific Research: maximum $20,000 over 24 months
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Archiving and Preservation: Preservation Implementation, maximum $20,000 over 24 months;
Assistance, Assessment and/or Consultation, maximum $5,000 over 24 months
Application Process:
The Grammy Museum letter of inquiry deadline is October 15, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Kidney Foundation of Canada: Allied Health Research Grant
The purpose of the Allied Health Research Grant is to encourage allied health professionals to pursue research
relevant to the areas of nephrology and organ donation, including clinical, health services, social, cultural,
environmental and population health research.
https://www.kidney.ca/sslpage.aspx?pid=1662&erid=983573&trid=a8d4f2b8-c397-437a-86bb-fdf0f50c111b
Value: up to $50,000 a year for up to two years.
Application Process:
Submit applications by October 15, 2018 via email.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Department of Defense (DoD), Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs,
FY18 Gulf War Illness Research Program (GWIRP): New Investigator Award (NIA)
The objective of the GWIRP New Investigator Award is to 1) support investigators new to the field of GWI
research at different stages of career development, and 2) promote new ideas in GWI research and establish
proof-of-principle for further development in future studies.
Basic through clinical research is allowed under this award mechanism. The types of studies that will be
supported include those aimed at identification of objective measures (e.g., biomarkers) to distinguish healthy
Veterans from those with GWI, studies to improve the understanding of the pathobiology underlying symptoms,
and preclinical development of interventions for GWI.
review Topics of Special Interest, page 4, at http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/FY18-GWIRP-NIA.pdf
In FY17, the GWIRP awarded infrastructure support for a GWI biorepository. The Boston Biorepository,
Recruitment, and Integrative Network (BBRAIN) for GWI has now been established for the retention and
distribution of biospecimens and/or data related to GWI research. Applicants are encouraged to contribute
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biospecimens and data to this repository network. The NIA offers a nested Biorepository Contribution Option
with higher levels of funding for qualified applications.
Announcement Website: http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/gwirp
Value:
maximum $500,000 over 3 years
Application submissions to the NIA with the Biorepository Contribution Option: Applicants may include
additional direct costs up to $16,000 associated with the contribution of samples and data to the BBRAIN.
(maximum funding $516,000)
Application Process:
The DoD pre-application deadline is October 18, 2018. The application deadline is November 8, 2018.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
IC-IMPACTS (India-Canada Centre for Innovative Multidisciplinary Partnerships to
Accelerate Community Transformation and Sustainability), Call for Proposals:
Innovation in Design and Construction of Low-cost, Resilient, Energy- Efficient and Safe
Housing for First Nation Communities
The objective of the Call is to address major infrastructure challenges that focus on the development and
evaluation of novel ideas, methodologies, materials and strategies that can enhance the design and construction
of low-cost, resilient, energy-efficient and safe housing for First Nations communities.
Proposals must:
. focus exclusively on First Nations;
. secure the participation of a First Nations community (review section 2.2 at https://ic-impacts.com/call-for-
proposal/innovation-design-construction-housing-first-nation-communities/);
. focus on specific areas in First Nations housing (review sections 1.1, 1.2, and 1.3 at the above web address);
. encourage prototyping using expertise especially among previous recipients of IC-IMPACTS funding in
Canada, and India (review section 1.4 at the above address).
Eligible Canadian researchers can apply jointly with Indian and other international researchers, including the
recipients of previous IC-IMPACTS funding, in India and Canada, subject to the condition that the prototype
installation will be located in a First Nations community in Canada.
The First Nations Working Group will have a strong voice in the review process and the selection of proposals.
Outcomes of this call may lead to a model house, or a retrofit of a public facility in an underserved/remote
community in Canada.
Value:
Applicants are required to complete a budget over 1-2 years.
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Application process:
The IC-IMPACTS application deadline is October 22, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Hamilton Health Sciences JHCCF Grants – Fall 2018 Call for Applications
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre Foundation’s (JHCCF) main purpose is to champion and advance the
vision and mandate of the Juravinski Cancer Program (JCP). Through the generosity of their donors, they fund
capital redevelopment projects, purchase medical equipment and technology, and invest in research and the
professional development of our staff. As part of its commitment to research, the Foundation sponsors a
Research Grant Program that awards funding through a rigorous peer reviewed application process, once or
twice yearly. Staff at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre are invited to submit grant applications to The
Foundation for funding support in the areas of Research and Education:
Research:
Total Research Funds Available - $310,600 Research
Development Grants Maximum Funding $50,000
Thematic Research Grants Maximum Funding $100,000
Research Specific Topics:
The Hadley H. Chamberlain Award - $3,600 available in support of Prostate Cancer Research
Kuhn Award in Memory of Jay Kuhn - $10,000 available in support of Hodgkin Disease or non-Hodgkin
Lymphoma Research
Announcement Website: https://hamiltonhealth.ca/jhccfgrants/
Application Process:
The application deadline for all of the above funding opportunities is October 24, 2018
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Ontario Pork: Call for Proposals
The objective of the Call is to 1) support swine research projects that focus on the Ontario swine industry, and
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2) “test potential improvements to swine industry practices” (this being the overarching research objective).
All research projects that align with this overarching objective will be considered including, but not limited to:
. swine health;
. swine welfare;
. swine nutrition;
. swine husbandry;
. swine reproduction;
. barn design and management;
. employee health and safety;
. meat quality and safety;
. marketing and consumer trends;
. environmental and economic sustainability.
Highest priority is given to projects that demonstrate a) scientific merit, b) strong identification of the benefit of
project results to Ontario pork producers, and c) provide input or support of a project from swine industry
members outside of academia. All research projects must address key factors: Innovation; Economics; Societal
Trends; Production.
http://www.ontariopork.on.ca/Research/Call-for-Proposals
Value:
Applicants are required to complete a budget over 3 years.
Application process:
The Ontario Pork letter of intent deadline is October 25, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Simons Foundation: Grants
The Simons Foundation has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
Simons Symposia, the objective: to bring together mathematicians, theoretical physicists and theoretical
computer scientists to interact and collaborate in a series of three symposia, held every second year, and
focusing on one topic or a tightly connected group of topics.
In some areas, a tight focus on a new research development or a specific research problem would be
appropriate; in others, a symposium might help set an agenda for the field. An individual symposium series
consists of up to three weeklong meetings. Symposia start date, Winter/Spring 2020.
https://www.simonsfoundation.org/grant/simons-symposia-program/
Value: The Foundation will issue invitations upon the recommendation of the organizers, make travel
arrangements for all symposium participants, and provide support at the conference site.. All expenses including
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travel, lodging and meals will be paid by the Foundation.
Application process: The application deadline is October 31, 2018.
Targeted Grants in Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS), the objective: to support high-risk theoretical
mathematics, physics and computer science projects of exceptional promise and scientific importance, on a
case-by-case basis.
https://www.simonsfoundation.org/grant/targeted-grants-in-mps/
Value: There is no recommended or assumed funding level for this program. The funding level and duration
(to a maximum 5 years) is flexible and should be appropriate based on the type of support requested in the
proposal.
Application process: The letter of intent is accepted on a rolling basis.
announcement site: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/funding-opportunities
Life Sciences
2019 Simons Early Career Investigator in Marine Microbial Ecology and Evolution Awards, the objective: to
help launch the careers of outstanding investigators in the field of marine microbial ecology and evolution, who
will advance our understanding through experiments, modeling or theory.
Projects focusing on the microbiomes of invertebrates or vertebrates, or on paleontological records will not be
considered this year.
Investigators with backgrounds in different fields are encouraged to apply.
https://www.simonsfoundation.org/grant/simons-early-career-investigator-in-marine-microbial-ecology-and-
evolution-awards/
Value: $180,000 US per year (including indirect costs limited to 20% of modified total direct costs), for 3 years
Appropriate expenses include salary support for the investigator and postdoctoral and graduate research
assistants, travel, equipment, supplies and other research expenses.
Application process: The letter of intent deadline is November 6, 2018.
announcement site: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/funding-opportunities
ROADS contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
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Canada Council for the Arts, Digital Strategy Fund - Digital Literacy and Intelligence
The objective of the Digital Literacy and Intelligence component is to support the arts sector (i.e., Canadian
artists, groups and arts organizations) in building digital knowledge, skills, and capacity to:
1) respond more effectively to the challenges, issues and opportunities of the digital era;
2) develop and broaden their strategic digital thinking;
3) strengthen their ability to translate that thinking into sustainable, concrete actions.
The component funds both small-scale activities with short timelines, and longer-term complex initiatives.
Eligible activities include but are not limited to, initiatives that:
. Build strategic digital knowledge and capacity in identifying and understanding the challenges, issues, and
opportunities of the digital environment.
Examples: group training on strategic issues; workshops; webinars; hackathons; digital strategic plans
. Gather and connect with people within or beyond the arts sector to discuss these challenges, issues, and
opportunities in order to foster collaboration and networking.
Examples: organizing symposia; forums; conferences
. Research and experiment with digital technologies and innovative approaches to problem solving, in order to
build strategic digital knowledge and capacity.
Examples: design thinking activities; coaching approaches; conducting studies and strategic foresight
https://canadacouncil.ca/funding/strategic-funds/digital-strategy-fund/digital-literacy-and-intelligence
Value and deadlines:
Grants range from $1,000 to $500,000.
. $1,000– $250,000 for a Single-phase initiative (review Resources for guidelines, Application and Budget
Form at https://canadacouncil.ca/funding/strategic-funds/digital-strategy-fund/digital-literacy-and-intelligence)
. maximum grant request $50,000 any time before the start date of the researcher’s initiative
. requests of $50,001 - $250,000; Canada Council for the Arts application deadline October 31, 2018
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Cystic Fibrosis Canada: 2018 Targeted Research Competition
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The objective of the Targeted Research Competition is to support research focused on the following two
priority areas, and knowledge gaps within these areas:
1) Screening, monitoring, and management of cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) with the goal of reducing
the burden of care.
Areas of focus: a) Development of more efficient and patient-friendly screening tools; b) Development or
adaptation of new, less invasive therapies to treat CFRD.
2. Gastrointestinal symptomatology
Areas of focus: a) Development of a validated tool to reliably quantify gastrointestinal pain and symptoms; b)
Address the etiology of gastrointestinal pain and symptoms, including the validation of biomarkers of gut health
or gastrointestinal quality of life
https://www.cysticfibrosis.ca/about-cf
To receive the detailed announcement and proposal online instructions, contact the ROADS Senior Advisor
listed below.
Value:
maximum $100,000 per year for 2 years
Application process:
The Cystic Fibrosis Canada application deadline is October 31, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Escher Fund for Autism: Investigation of F2 neurodevelopmental outcomes of F0
pregnancy or F1 neonatal general anesthesia
The objective of this request for proposals (RFP) is to examine family histories and provide an answer to:
“ Can an agent of general anesthesia affect early germline programming, leading to nongenetic inheritance
of neurodevelopmental impairments?”
Family histories, consider these cases:
1) Mother has two daughters with idiopathic autism. She had been in utero when her mother had surgery
following appendicitis.
2) Father has a son with idiopathic autism. He had been in utero when his mother underwent surgery to fix a
problem with the placenta.
3) Mother has three children with idiopathic autism. She was in utero when her mother had surgery following
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an accident.
4) Mother has two boys with idiopathic autism. She had been born with a spinal tumor and hernia, and had
undergone two surgeries in infancy.
5) Mother has one son with idiopathic autism. She had been born with a cleft palate (presumably had early
surgery, or series of surgeries, though details are unknown).
6) Mother has two sons with idiopathic autism. She had been born with a heart defect (presumably had early
surgery, or series of surgeries, though details are unknown).
7) Father has three children with idiopathic autism. He had been born with a significant birth defect affecting
his foot (presumably had early surgery, or series of surgeries, though details are unknown).
This RFP is intended to help explicitly address a gap in research by prompting a pilot study in a human cohort,
or an animal model (human study is preferable).
Review Proposal Requirements at http://www.germlineexposures.org/grants.html.
Value:
$25,000
Application process:
The Escher Fund for Autism expression of interest deadline is October 31, 2018
ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: J. Edouard Samson Award
The premier award for orthopaedic research in Canada, the J. Edouard Samson Award, recognizes the best
career orthopaedic research. This award is intended to promote further research by the recipient. The recipient
will present his/her research at the Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association
(presentation opportunity to be determined). The award consists of an educational grant and a personal research
grant to be used by the recipient at the Canadian institution where he/she currently resides.
https://whenithurtstomove.org/grants-and-research/j-edouard-samson-award/
Value:
up to $30,000 for up to 5 years.
Application Process:
Apply to the above funding opportunity by October 31, 2018.
ROADS Contact:
Miky (Mihaela) Dumitrescu, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21548
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Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation: Canadian Orthopaedic Research Legacy (CORL) –
Grant The CORL program was founded in 2006 to help ensure the legacy of Canada's world-class status in
orthopaedic research; thereby ensuring orthopaedic patients reap the reward of new techniques and treatments
made possible through research grants from this program.
https://whenithurtstomove.org/grants-and-research/canadian-orthopaedic-research-legacy-grant/
Value:
up to $20,000 for up to 1 year
Application Process:
Apply to the above funding opportunity by October 31, 2018.
ROADS Contact:
Miky (Mihaela) Dumitrescu, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21548
Louisville Institute – Grants
The Louisville Institute has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
1) Sabbatical Grant for Researchers, the objective: to enable academics and religious leaders the ability to
conduct a major study that can contribute to the validity of Christianity in North America, that 1) addresses
Christian faith and life, 2) the practice of ministry, and/or 3) adaptive challenges confronting religious
institutions.
https://louisville-institute.org/programs-grants-and-fellowships/grants/sabbatical-grant-for-researchers/
Value: maximum $40,000 for a maximum of one year.
Application process: The Louisville Institute application deadline is November 1, 2018.
2) First Book Grant for Minority Scholars, the objective: to assist junior, non-tenured, religion scholars of
colour to complete a major research project on an issue in North American Christianity, related to the priorities
of the Louisville Institute (i.e., to enrich the religious lives of Americans).
https://louisville-institute.org/programs-grants-and-fellowships/grants/first-book-grant-for-minority-scholars/
Value: maximum of $40,000 for a maximum of one year.
Application process: The Louisville Institute application deadline is January 15, 2019.
Announcement Website: https://louisville-institute.org/programs-grants-and-fellowships/grants/
ROADS contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Partnership for Clean Competition (PCC): Research Grants and Micro-Grants
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The PCC supports research that contributes to a movement in addressing doping’s root causes and ultimately
decreasing the use of performance-enhancing drugs by all participants, in all sports, at all levels of play.
The PCC has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
1) Research Grants, the objective: to support projects advancing knowledge in the anti-doping sphere.
review Research Priorities at http://www.cleancompetition.org/about/research-priorities/
http://www.cleancompetition.org/programs/grants-program/ \
Value: $10,000 - $400,000 (the average funding amount is $225,000)
The duration of the project is determined by the applicant. A Pilot Project receives funding for 1 year.
Application Process: The PCC Research Grants pre-application deadline is November 1, 2018
2) Micro-Grants, the objective: to fund high quality projects which fill immediate gaps in anti-doping
knowledge.
http://www.cleancompetition.org/programs/micro-grants-program/
Value: Micro-Grants: for projects requiring less than $75,000 and fewer than 6 months to complete
Application process:. The PCC accepts Micro-Grant requests year-round.
Announcement website: http://www.cleancompetition.org/
ROADS contact: Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
BrightFocus Foundation: Standard Grants
The BrightFocus Foundation has recently announced the following funding opportunity:
National Glaucoma Research (NGR) Standard Award, the objective: to provide significant funding for
researchers who have already generated some amount of preliminary data, but are often required to demonstrate
additional, significant progress before they can apply to governmental or industrial funding agencies.
review the National Glaucoma Research Program at https://www.brightfocus.org/research/national-glaucoma-
research-program
Value: maximum $200,000 over 2 years
Application process:
The BrightFocus Foundation application deadline is November 9, 2018.
Announcement Website: https://www.brightfocus.org/grants/types-grants
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
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Alzheimer Society, 2019 Alzheimer Society Research Program Competition: Grants
The Alzheimer Society recently announced the following funding opportunities:
New Investigator Grant, the objective: 1) to help launch the careers of outstanding researchers who are
entering their first phase of an academic appointment, 2) to help the grantee establish his/her laboratory, and 3)
to allow time for the researcher to generate enough preliminary data to support fully competitive research grant
proposals in national and international funding competitions.
Applicants must be within two years of their first academic appointment, and in a recognised Canadian
institution at the application deadline date. Documentation must be provided from the institution to show the
applicant has been appointed to a salaried position that will continue for the duration of the grant.
review pages 12-13 at
http://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/%5Bzaboutme%3Adirectory%5D/2019%20asrp%20guidelines%20en.pdf
Value: maximum $75,000 per year for a maximum 3 years
Regular Research Grant, the objective: to support challenging new directions in research into Alzheimer’s
disease and other dementias.
Principal investigators must hold a position at least equivalent to the rank of Assistant Professor. Adjunct
professors at or above the level of Assistant Professor are eligible to apply.
review pages 2-13 at
http://alzheimer.ca/sites/default/files/%5Bzaboutme%3Adirectory%5D/2019%20asrp%20guidelines%20en.pdf
Value: maximum $75,000 per year for a maximum 2 years
announcement site: http://alzheimer.ca/en/Home/Research/Alzheimer-Society-Research-Program/How-to-
apply
Application deadline:
The Alzheimer Society application deadline is November 9, 2018.
ROADS contact:
Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519Virginia
Department of Defense (DoD), Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs:
FY18 Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research Program (DMDRP)
The Department of Defense has recently announced the following funding opportunity:
Career Development Award, the objective: to support early-career investigators in conducting impactful
Duchenne research under the mentorship of an experienced muscular dystrophy researcher as an opportunity to
obtain the funding, mentoring, and experience necessary for productive, independent careers at the forefront of
Duchenne research. Applicants should also demonstrate that the proposed research has high potential to lead to
or make breakthroughs in Duchenne.
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http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/FY18-DMDRP-CDA.pdf
Value: up to $275,000 for up to 2 years.
Application Process:
The LOI deadline for the Career Development Award is November 14, 2018. The application deadline is
December 5, 2018.
Announcement Website: http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/dmdrp
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Fulbright Canada: Awards for Canadian Scholars
Fulbright Canada has recently announced the following Awards for Canadian Scholars:
1) Canadian Traditional Scholar Awards, the objective: to enable emerging and established scholars, post-
doctoral researchers and experienced professionals to conduct research, teach, or undertake a combination of
both activities for one semester or a full academic year at any university or research center of their choice in the
United States. Fulbright Canada is particularly interested in encouraging research on contemporary issues
relevant to Canada, the United States and the relationship between the two countries. Applicants should also
clearly document the need to be in residence in Canada to carry out the project.
http://www.fulbright.ca/programs/canadian-scholars/traditional-awards.html
Value: up to $12,500 for one semester, September 2019 or January 2020.
Application Process: The application deadline for the Canadian Traditional Scholar Awards is November 15,
2018 at 5pm.
2) Canadian Visiting Research Chairs are pre-arranged affiliations that allow scholars to conduct
research/lecture on subjects important to that university. Partner universities are excited to welcome the
Fulbright Visiting Chairs into campus life and encourage them to engage with students, faculty, and the broader
community. Fulbright Visiting Research Chairs can guest lecture in university courses, mentor students, lecture
in public venues, network, and promote their research, while representing the Fulbright program, and their
home and host institutions.
http://www.fulbright.ca/programs/canadian-scholars/visiting-chairs-program.html
Value: up to $25,000 for one semester, September 2019 or January 2020.
Application Process: The application deadline for the Canadian Visiting research Chairs is November 15,
2018.
Application Process: http://www.fulbright.ca/programs/canadian-scholars.html
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ROADS Contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
Canadian Hemophilia Society (CHS), Research Programs: Grants
The CHS has recently announced the following funding opportunities:
Dream of a Cure, the objective: to support basic scientific research grants, and studentships, aimed at
developing treatments for hemophilia A and B, von Willebrand disease, rare factor deficiencies, platelet
function disorders (and platelet pathophysiology), other congenital and acquired bleeding disorders, and
ultimately finding a cure. https://www.hemophilia.ca/chs-dream-of-a-cure-research-program/
Dream of a Cure, the CHS Research Program and the 2019 Dream of a Cure Summer Studentships in
Inherited Bleeding Disorders Research: review https://www.hemophilia.ca/chs-dream-of-a-cure-research-
program/
Value: For Dream of a Cure, individual grants will be awarded to researchers, maximum $75,000 per year for 1
- 2 years, while support will be offered to interested Canadian medical or science students for a maximum
stipend of $6,000 per student, for a maximum 4 months.
Application process: The CHS application deadline is November 15, 2018.
The CHS/Pfizer Care until Cure Research Program, the objective: to allow Canadian investigators to conduct
research on medical and psychosocial aspects of bleeding disorders, including outcome evaluation.
Grants are awarded for clinical research in fields relevant to improving the quality of life for persons with
hemophilia, persons with von Willebrand disease or other inherited bleeding disorders, persons with related
conditions such as HIV or hepatitis C, and carriers of an inherited bleeding disorder. Specific areas of interest
have been identified, review https://www.hemophilia.ca/the-chspfizer-care-until-cure-research-program/.
Value: $75,000 per year, per project, for a maximum $150,000 over 2 or 3 years
Application process: The application deadline is November 15, 2018.
The CHS/Novo Nordisk Psychosocial Research Program, the objective: to engage professionals/graduate
students from the allied health disciplines (i.e., Nursing, Physiotherapy and Social Work) in research activities
addressed to 1) understanding the psychosocial impact of hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders,
and 2) improving the quality of life of persons and families whose lives are affected by these disorders.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary care providers and/or between two or more hemophilia centres is accepted
and encouraged. Inter-regional applications will be considered.
https://www.hemophilia.ca/the-chsnovo-nordisk-psychosocial-research-program/
Value: The primary intent of this program is to offer one or two $20,000 research grants to a maximum $40,000
for 1 year. The major portion of each grant would be to cover the research time for the successful candidate(s),
including the time for research assistants. A small amount can be devoted to project expenses.
Application process: The letter of intent deadline is November 15, 2018.
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ROADS contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Genome Canada: Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) - Round 14
The objectives of the GAPP are to:
1. accelerate the application of Canadian genomics-derived solutions from academia to real-world
opportunities and challenges defined by industry, not-for-profit, and public sector Receptors;
2. channel Canada’s genomics capacity into sustainable innovations that benefit Canadians;
3. enhance the value of Canadian genomics technologies by de-risking and incentivizing follow-on
investment from industry and other partners;
4. foster mutually beneficial collaboration and knowledge exchange between Canadian academia and
technology Receptors.
review examples of benefits, page 6, at https://www.genomecanada.ca/sites/default/files/pdf/en/gc-
gappinvestmentstrategyandguidelines.pdf
Small or start-up companies may be considered as per the following guidelines, review
https://www.genomecanada.ca/sites/default/files/pdf/en/gc-gappinvestmentstrategyandguidelines.pdf.
Small-scale proof-of-concept/validation/pilot projects through to large-scale projects will be accepted. Projects
should not be in the discovery phase.
http://www.ontariogenomics.ca/funding-opportunities/open-competitions/genomic-applications-partnership-
program-gapp/ and
https://www.genomecanada.ca/en/programs/translation/funding-opportunities/genomic-applications-
partnership-program
Value:
The total project size is $300,000 to $6 million.
Co-funding:
1/3 investment from Genome Canada;
1/3 provided by the Receptor partner (cash and/or in-kind); and
1/3 of other co-funding (non-Genome Canada).
The duration of GAPP projects should be a minimum of 1 year to a maximum of 3 years. Shorter or longer
terms will be considered only if a strong rationale is provided.
Application Process: There is a three-stage, gated application process for this program: 1) Registration and
Expression of Interest (EOI), 2) EOI / Project Pitch (invited), 3) Supplementary Proposal (invited).
Deadlines: Notify ROADS and Ontario Genomics, as soon as possible, your intent to apply to Round 14
competition. Submit your Draft EOI to ROADS for review by November 5, 2018. The Ontario Genomics Draft
EOI deadline is November 19, 2018.
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ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada:
Accessible Technology Program
The objective of the Accessible Technology Program is to address the need for more assertive technologies for
persons with disabilities.
https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/programs/accessible-technology/program-
funding.html
Value: Maximum $22.3 million for a maximum of 5 years
Application process: The Government of Canada application deadlines are:
January 2, 2019 to receive funding starting early 2019-20;
June 2, 2019 to receive funding starting late 2019-20;
January 2, 2020 to receive funding starting early 2020-21;
June 2, 2020 to receive funding starting late 2020-21;
January 2, 2021 to receive funding starting early 2021-22
June 2, 2021 to receive funding starting late 2021-22
Contact: Gay Yuyitung, Executive Director, McMaster Industry Liaison Office (MILO), at
[email protected] or extension 23164
CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC and the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Invitation for
Feedback: Prioritizing Future Challenges for Canada
Canada’s three research granting agencies, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Natural Sciences and
Engineering Research Council of Canada, the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, and
the Canada Foundation for Innovation, are seeking your expertise to help prioritize which future challenges
identified through a recent horizon scan are considered most important for Canada.
The scan has identified 16 future challenges with the potential to shape society in profound ways, which are all
multi-disciplinary and require broad collaboration to address.
The granting agencies ask that you select one top challenge, and explore its possible impacts through a brief
survey. For the challenge you select, you will be asked a series of questions. You will have the option of
repeating the exercise for a challenge you deem of next-most importance.
Beyond the 16 challenges identified in the horizon scan, you have the opportunity to identify additional
challenges deemed critical to Canada’s future.
The granting agencies are inviting input from a variety of individuals across the academic, private, public and
not-for-profit sectors, in Canada and internationally.
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By taking part in their brief prioritization exercise, using the Futurescaper crowdsourcing tool, you will help to
identify which challenges to consider for possible future programming and/or corporate activities. Once you
have reviewed the 16 future challenges, the exercise will take you approximately 10 - 15 minutes to complete.
To begin, please follow this link: FUTURE CHALLENGES PRIORITIZATION
Results of this foresight exercise will be available by Spring 2019. Responses are anonymous and results will be
aggregated to ensure anonymity.
ICLR AND MEOPAR Call for Proposal – 2018 Spring Flooding
The Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) and the Marine Environmental Observation Prediction
and Response (MEOPAR) Network of Centres of Excellence invite proposals from social scientists to quickly
deploy to a disaster-affected area in the aftermath of an extreme event to collect perishable data. The objective:
to support research that will learn from disaster events in order to better prevent disasters and protect
communities in the future. This joint funding opportunity is being made available under the ICLR Quick
Response Program (QRP) and MEOPAR’s Prompt Data Collection Program (PDC).
https://www.iclr.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/ICLR-Quick-Response-Program.pdf
Value: Applicants are required to submit a budget that cannot exceed $5,000 for a QRP application or $10,000
for a PDC application.
Application Process: There is no fixed deadline for submitting proposals, proposals are submitted and
reviewed on an ongoing basis. NOTE: Notify ROADS of Intent to Apply ASAP.
ROADS Contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Weston Brain Institute, Big Ideas: Canada
The objective of the Big Ideas: Canada is to support a large-scale, pivotal project that will have a significant
and sustained impact on accelerating translational research on the development of therapeutics for
neurodegenerative diseases of aging.
The Institute defines neurodegenerative diseases of aging to include:
Alzheimer’s disease
Dementia with lewy bodies
Frontotemporal dementia
Multiple system atrophy
Parkinson’s disease
Progressive supranuclear palsy
Vascular contributions to the above diseases (not stroke-mediated vascular disease)
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Prodromes to the above diseases, including: a) mild cognitive impairment as prodromal to Alzheimer’s
disease, b) REM sleep behaviour disorder as prodromal to Parkinson’s disease.
http://westonbraininstitute.ca/funding-opportunities/big-ideas-canada/
Value: $5,000,000 to $20,000,000 over 5 years. Applicants must identify the ttotal cost of the project, split by
year, and major category of expense.
Application Process:
The Weston Brain Institute Letter of Intent is due now. The Letter of Intent is accepted on a rolling basis.
ROADS Contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR): Quick Response Program
The objective of the ICLR Quick Response Program is to allow social, behavioural and economic scientists to
quickly deploy to a disaster-affected area in the aftermath of a flood, extreme weather event, or earthquake to
collect perishable data. The program promotes innovation in disaster research by favoring students, new
researchers, and novel areas of study.
Although all proposals will be considered, the ICLR has identified areas where it would like to see the literature
developed. This list may be updated from time to time. Proposals that engage one or more of the following
topics, or classes of disasters will be given extra weight:
1) Adaptation/Mitigation behaviours;
2) Hazard risk communication - pre/post disaster;
3) Community recovery/household recovery capacity;
4) Resilience indicators;
5) Damage assessments (social/environmental/economic);
6) Interagency and intergovernmental coordination;
7) Perceptions of natural hazards;
8) Post disaster mitigation – build back better.
In addition to expanding academic knowledge, funded researchers submit brief reports that make preliminary
analyses of recent events available to ICLR’s multidisciplinary network of researchers, practitioners and
educators, as well as other interested parties.
https://www.iclr.org/quickresponse.html
Value: $2,500 supports research expenses within Canada and the United States
The research expenses may include travel to the disaster-affected area(s), accommodation, research assistants,
etc. A maximum $5,000 is available for an exceptional proposal.
Application process:
The ICLR will accept applications at all times.
ROADS contact:
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Leanna Fong, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21583
Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI): Grants
The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute is a binational organization that promotes understanding between India and
Canada through academic activities and exchanges. The Institute has recently announced the following funding
opportunities:
1) Global Initiative for Academic Network (GIAN) Programme, the objective: to tap the talent pool of
scientists and entrepreneurs internationally to encourage their engagement with the Institutes/Departments of
Higher Education in India to 1) augment the country’s existing academic resources, 2) accelerate the pace of
quality reform, and 3) elevate India’s scientific and technological capacity to global excellence.
(review Scope of GIAN, priority areas at http://www.sici.org/programmes/details/global-initiative-for-
academic-network-gian-programme/)
Value: Up to $8,000 USD for 12-14 hours of contact, and up to $12,000 for 20- 28 hours of contact to cover
travel and honorarium. Local hospitality will be arranged by the host institution. The duration (number of
weeks/days) can be mutually decided by the host institution and the visiting faculty. The funding for the courses
by the Institutes shall be partially supported through various schemes.
Application Process: Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
2) Shastri Faculty-In-Residence Programme (FIR)/Global Initiative for Academic Network (GIAN), the
objective: for Canadian faculty members, scientists, and entrepreneurs to take up engagements at Indian
institutions. This Programme is projected to tap the talent pool of Canadian faculty and to 1) encourage them to
connect with the institutes of Higher Education in India to boost the country’s existing academic resources,
2) accelerate the pace of quality reform, and 3) elevate India’s scientific and technological capacity to global
excellence.
(review Scope, priority areas at http://www.sici.org/programmes/details/faculty-in-residence-programme-fir-
open/)
Value: $8,000 – $12,000 USD for 1 or 2 weeks
Application Process: Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
3) SICI Membership Development Fund (SMDF) 2017-18, the objective: to publicize and promote SICI
mandates, as well as programs and grants offered by SICI Canada and India offices, to its Canadian Members
Council Institutions to 1) enable faculty, student and staff of his /her institution to apply, and 2) receive the
benefits of being active members of the SICI.
http://www.sici.org/programmes/details/SICI-Membership-Development-Fund-2017-18/
Value:
Each Canadian member institution will receive up to $500 CND.
Application Process:
Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
ROADS Contact:
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Leanna Fong, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21583
Weston Brain Institute, Early Phase Clinical Trials: Canada
The objective of the Early Phase Clinical Trials program is to provide significant support for 1) translational
research to accelerate the development of therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseases of aging, and 2) clinical
trials and/or clinical trial sub-studies that have excellent preliminary data.
All projects must involve the development of a therapeutic and/or a tool.
http://westonbraininstitute.ca/wp-content/uploads/CT18-Program-Details-v05.pdf and
http://westonbraininstitute.ca/early-phase-clinical-trials-canada/
Value:
maximum $1,500,000 per project over a maximum 4 years
Application Process:
The Weston Brain Institute letter of intent is accepted on a rolling basis.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR), Call for Proposals: International &
Interdisciplinary Research Workshops – Open Call
The objective of the International & Interdisciplinary Research Workshops is to explore key questions of
global importance that can best be addressed through interdisciplinary, international teams. CIFAR invites the
global research community to submit proposals for workshops that are centered on complex, fundamental,
critical questions that have the potential to impact multiple sectors of society internationally.
The Open Call is now accepting workshop proposals from any field of humanities, engineering, social, natural,
or biomedical sciences. Topics that are timely in the context of world events, high-risk, or which have strong
potential for advancement or refinement through a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, are encouraged.
At least one researcher must be based in Canada. Other participants are expected to be geographically diverse.
https://www.cifar.ca/assets/researchworkshops/
Value:
CIFAR will provide up to $50,000 to support short-term, time-limited interactions between 10-20 participants.
Application Process:
The CIFAR will accept applications on a rolling basis.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
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Simons Foundation, Mathematics and Physical Sciences Division: Targeted Grants in
Mathematics and Physical Sciences
The objective of the (new) Targeted Grants in Mathematics and Physical Sciences program is to support high-
risk projects of exceptional promise and scientific importance in mathematics, theoretical physics and
theoretical computer science.
https://www.simonsfoundation.org/funding/funding-opportunities/mathematics-physical-sciences/targeted-
grants-in-mps/
Value:
There is no recommended funding limit. Expenses for experiments, equipment, computations, personnel and
travel are allowable. The grant provides funding for up to 5 years.
Application Process:
Letters of Intent are considered on a rolling basis with a response time within 2 months.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
McMaster Institute for Research on Aging - MIRA AND LCMA Matching Funds for
Research Opportunities
In order to improve the positioning of McMaster’s researchers in external funding competitions, MIRA and the
Labarge Centre for Mobility in Aging (LCMA) have allocated funding that could be used to match or leverage
external funds. The process for requesting these funds can be found by following the link below. This process is
intended to be used for requests related to externally funded, peer-reviewed grant competitions that require a
matching component.
https://mira.mcmaster.ca/docs/default-source/Documents-and-
Files/matchingfunds_process_7march.pdf?sfvrsn=0
Value:
Matching funds up to $100,000
Application Process:
Submissions to MIRA should be sent to [email protected] at least one month before the grant
submission is due.
ROADS Contact:
Virginia Viscardi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 24519
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Wabash Center: Project Grants
The objective of the Project Grant is to support activities that enhance teaching and learning in the fields of religion and
theology. Project grants support projects that either:
improve teaching and learning practices
encourage research and study of pedagogical issues
nurture supportive teaching environments.
The following is available:
Small Project Grants (review https://www.wabashcenter.wabash.edu/wabash-grants/small-project-grants/)
Large Project Grants (review https://www.wabashcenter.wabash.edu/wabash-grants/project-grants/)
Value:
Small Project Grants: up to $5,000
Large Project Grants: up to $30,000
Application Process:
The Wabash Centre application deadline for Small Project Grants is any time during the year. The deadline for
Large Project Grants is February 15, 2019.
ROADS Contact:
Christina Pellegrini, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 27207
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC): NSERC
Committee Membership
The Research Office for Administration, Development & Support (ROADS) encourages you to consider joining
NSERC Committees. Being a Committee Member is a valuable experience that demonstrates your involvement
in the community and peer evaluation process, and highlights your expertise in your field.
NSERC invites the Canadian research community (i.e., universities, scientific societies, governments and
companies) to submit the names of individuals for possible service on its program-related standing committees,
and its various selection committees and panels.
Nominees should be individuals who:
. are known and respected for their capabilities;
. know and understand Canadian university-based research;
. display both breadth and depth of understanding and knowledge in their field and beyond;
. exercise good judgement; and
. are able to recognize value to Canada as a whole.
Nominations must be submitted on Form 250, Nomination of Members for NSERC Committees at
http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/_doc/NSERC-CRSNG/form250e.pdf.
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http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/NSERC-CRSNG/Committees-Comites/suggestion-suggestion_eng.asp
ROADS contact:
Nathan Coschi, Senior Advisor, at [email protected] or extension 21581
Fall 2018 CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship Award Competition – IMPORTANT INFORMATION This competition is being managed by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs in the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants are encouraged to contact OPART at [email protected] for questions regarding required paperwork, deadlines and online submissions. Fellowships provide support for highly qualified candidates in all areas of health research at the post-PhD degree or post-health professional degree stages to add to their experience by engaging in health research either in Canada or abroad. The awards consist of a stipend and a research allowance and are valued in Canadian dollars. It is anticipated that approximately $21 million over five years will be available through this competition, enough to fund approximately 170 awards. Value: up to $60,000 per annum Eligibility: At the time of application, the Nominated Principal Applicant must be/have: 1. A trainee, with an identified primary supervisor 2. Commit 75% of your time in the research fellowship role to the proposal. 3. Must hold or be completing a PhD degree or a regulated health professional degree by the last possible date to take up the fellowship. 4. Trainee cannot hold a tenure track or tenure faculty position. Full Application Details and Priority Announcement Information is available on ResearchNet.
General Application Process: • Applications are prepared and submitted by students on ResearchNet by the internal deadline set by McMaster. You will not be able to submit your application on ResearchNet until all the required “tasks” on ResearchNet are completed, including the sponsor “task.” McMaster INTERNAL RESEARCHNET DEADLINE: Monday, October 29, 2018, 12:00pm It is important to note that it is the applicant's sole responsibility to follow up with his/her sponsors to ensure that the assessments are submitted online by their sponsors no later than Saturday, October 27, 2018 12:00pm. Contacts: For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, contact: [email protected] 613-952-5701 For ResearchNet technical support contact: [email protected] 613-941-9080
For all questions regarding McMaster application/submission contact: [email protected]