Summary of call
The initiative seeks to build on existing links and stimulate new ones between UCL and PKU. The call invites research proposals in areas of mutual interest and complementary strengths that will strengthen the partnership between UCL and PKU.
Proposals must include participants from both institutions. Up to eight joint projects will be selected for funding. Proposals will be assessed by a committee composed of members from both institutions.
Previous recipients of UCL-PKU Strategic Partner Funds may apply again. If the funds are for a related or follow-up activity, applicants should explain how the proposed project (which is the subject of the new application) builds on previous outcomes.
Applications must demonstrate how the proposed activity will provide a platform for longer-term, larger-scale collaboration between UCL and PKU in the relevant field, for example, by providing a basis for ongoing joint research and education activity and / or applications to external bodies for research grant funding.
Proposals from all fields are welcome but the following areas will be prioritised:
· Climate Change
· Mental Health and Wellbeing
· Intercultural Understanding
· Other proposals relating to one or more of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
For further guidance and eligibilty details please see the funding guidelines.
How to apply
1) UCL lead applicants are invited to submit their proposals on behalf of their project team via this application portal.
2) A brief summary of the principal participants (from UCL and PKU) and the summary project details are required.
3) A detailed project outline should be submitted via a Word document upload. A template project form can be found here. This must be submitted via this portal in Section 4.
4) Applications will be assessed by an internal UCL review committee, chaired by UCL's Global Strategic Academic Advisor (China), Katharine Carruthers.
5) Successful recipients will receive funds using the internal transfer process known as 'inter-departmental transfer' (IDT).
6) Before submitting your application, please read the full funding guidelines.
Key dates
Deadline for application: Midnight (BST) on Wednesday 9th October 2024
Decisions communicated to applicants on or before 30 November 2024