IASC Cross-Cutting and Working Group Proposal Form 2027

IASC Call for Cross-Cutting and Working Group Proposals 2027
The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) is now accepting proposals for consideration for IASC funding in 2027.

The funding is provided by the five IASC Working Groups (WGs) (Atmosphere, Cryosphere, Marine, Social & Human, Terrestrial) and is aimed at encouraging and supporting science-led international programmes by offering opportunities for planning and coordination, and by facilitating communication and access to facilities.

Proposals can be submitted for:
- Cross-cutting Projects (relevant for two or more IASC Working Groups); or
- WG-specific Projects (relevant for only one IASC Working Group)
Detailed information for each project type, the evaluation criteria used and how to apply is available on the IASC website.

The application deadline is on 18 January 2027 at 13:00 GMT. Late or incomplete proposals will not be accepted.
Part 1: Lead Applicant Information
Name of the Lead Applicant

First NameLast Name
Email Address of the Lead Applicant
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Affiliation of the Lead Applicant
Part 2: Co-Applicant(s) Information

If you have co-applicant(s), please list them below.
Name / Affiliation / Email Address of Co-(Applicant)s
Part 3: Proposal
Project Title
Relevant IASC Working Group(s)
Proposals will also be accepted from applicants who are not members of the IASC Working Groups.

However, all applicants must discuss their proposals before submission with the leadership or other members of the relevant IASC Working Groups.

Applicants are responsible for contacting the relevant IASC Working Groups as early as possible in the development phase of the proposal.
I confirm that I have discussed my proposal before submission with the leadership (e.g. chair) or another member of all relevant IASC Working Groups I listed above.
Requested Funding Amount (in Euros)
A maximum 15,000 Euros can be requested per project.
Please indicate how much of your total amount above you are requesting from each Working Group you listed.
E.g. AWG (xxx Euros), CWG (xxx Euros). If you do not specify a specific amount per relevant Working Group, the total requested amount will be equally divided between the relevant Working Groups that you listed.
Please upload a detailed project description as a PDF.

Maximum permitted length of the detailed project description is 1500 words.
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Public summary of the project.
Maximum 300 words. This public summary will be posted on the IASC website if your projects is funded by IASC.
How does the project contribute to IASC fulfilling its mission?
Maximum 300 words.
How does the project align with the research priorities / foci of the IASC Working Groups that you indicated above?
Maximum 400 words. Check the Work Plans of the Working Group(s) you are applying to for more details on their research priorities.
How does the project intend to promote the involvement of early career scientists (not only in the implementation but also in the planning of the activity)?
IASC strongly encourages all proposed activities to engage with Indigenous Peoples. If applicable to the project, how does the planned activity address Indigenous engagement and collaboration not only in the implementation but also the planning of the activity?
Maximum 400 words.
Please describe your strategy to minimise the carbon footprint of your project?
Maximum 400 words. IASC is committed to minimising the carbon footprint of its activities and within its funded projects. All projects seeking funding from IASC, therefore, are required to have a strategy in place to minimise their carbon footprint within their project activities; and identify any actions taken to minimise or counteract the environmental impact of the activity.
What are the planned results and deliverables of your project?
Please list the deliverables with a short description.
Please describe the planned dissemination of results for your project.
Maximum 300 words.
What are the expected long-term legacy and broader (societal) impact of your project?
Maximum 300 words.
Part 4: Budget
Please read the requirements for IASC funded projects for more information on what expenses can be included in your draft budget. The detailed budget specification should follow the layout listed below and be uploaded via this form. Explanations:
- Travel costs: specify number of participants and indicate early career scientists
- Logistics support: provide detailed cost listing
Project activities can start at the earliest in May 2027 and must be completed within 12 months.
Please upload your detailed budget as a PDF.

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If the project requests travel support for participants to attend its activity: please describe the process and criteria for selecting the travel funding recipients. If no travel support if requested, please write "not applicable".
Maximum 400 words.
Part 5: Final comments
Do you have any final comments to add to your proposal?
Should be Empty:

IASC Call for Cross-Cutting and Working Group Proposals 2027

Part 1: Lead Applicant Information

Part 2: Co-Applicant(s) Information

Part 3: Proposal

Part 4: Budget

Part 5: Final comments