Hippert Research Program 2027 Application Form
Please complete the application by confirming eligibility, providing PI and host institution details, describing the project, risks, ethics, dissemination, co-funding, references, and final declaration.
1. ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICANT INFORMATION
Prior to completing the application form, kindly review the guidelines below:
1.1 Eligibility confirmations
1.1.1 Submission requirements: I confirm that I have been informed of the application deadline and understand that late or incomplete applications, including applications missing mandatory supporting documents, may not be considered.
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1.1.2 Applicant eligibility: I confirm that the applicant is a research unit, research laboratory or research entity affiliated with the University of Luxembourg, and that the Principal Investigator is contractually affiliated with the University of Luxembourg for at least 60% of their working time, in accordance with the Call Guidelines.
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1.1.3 Geographical eligibility: I confirm that the proposed project meets the geographical eligibility requirements set out in the Call Guidelines.
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1.1.4 Project commencement status: I confirm that the proposed research project has not started prior to the submission of this application, in accordance with the Call Guidelines.
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1.1.5 Research Area Eligibility: I confirm that the proposed project focuses on research into neurodegenerative diseases or cancer, in accordance with the Call Guidelines.
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1.2 Principal Investigator
Principal Investigator Name
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First Name
Last Name
Principal Investigator Department / Research Group
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Principal Investigator Host institution
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Principal Investigator Email
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Principal Investigator Phone
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Phone Number
1.3 Host institution details
Host Institution Name
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Host Institution Department / Research Unit
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Host Institution Street and number
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Host Institution Postal code
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Host Institution City
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Host Institution Country
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Host Institution - Institutional contact email
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2. PROJECT OVERVIEW
2.1 Project Information
Project title
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Project acronym
Project location(s) if different from host institution
Proposed start date
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Proposed end date
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Project duration (months)
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Total project budget (EUR)
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Amount requested from the Foundation (EUR)
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Other funding / co-funding (EUR)
The proposed project must not exceed 36 months. The amount requested from the Foundation must not exceed €250,000 per year or €600,000 over the entire project duration
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2.2 Project Summary
Please provide a concise and accessible summary of the proposed research project, covering the scientific problem or research need addressed; the main research objectives; the proposed methodology or approach; the expected results; and the potential scientific and/or societal impact. The summary should enable reviewers from different scientific backgrounds to understand the project's purpose, relevance, and expected contributions, without requiring detailed descriptions of individual work packages or activities. Max 250 words
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3. SCIENTIFIC PROJECT
3.1 Scientific Background, State of the Art and Research Need
Describe the scientific context and current state of the art relevant to the proposed project. Clearly identify the scientific problem, unmet need and/or knowledge gap that this project aims to address and explain why addressing it is scientifically relavant. Max. 600 words
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3.2 Objectives and Research Questions / Hypotheses
Clearly state, in bullet point format, the main research objectives and the research questions and/or hypotheses the project aims to address. Where relevant, distinguish between the overall objective and the specific objective of the project. Max. 400 words
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3.3 Methodology and Innovation
Describe the scientific approach and methodollogy proposed to achieve the project's objectives. Explain how the proposed approach builds upon or advances the current state of the art, highlighting the project's innovative aspects. Where relevant, describe any novel scientific, methodological or technological approaches, tools or techniques that will be developed or tested as part of the project. Max. 800 words
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3.4 Work Plan, Milestones and Deliverables
Please complete the following table. A Gantt chart may be provided as an optional attachment if it facilitates understanding the project timeline.
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Main Activities
Expected Deliverables / Milestone(s)
Timing
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Work Package 2
Work Package 3
Work Package 4
Work Package 5
Additional Work Package (if applicable)
3.5 Project Feasibility
Explain why the proposed project is feasible within the proposed timeframe and with the available resources. Where relevant, highlight existing scientific expertise, preliminary results, infrastructure, datasets or other resources supporting the feasibility of the project. Max. 300 words
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3.6 Risks Assessment and Mitigation
Identify up to five key scientific, technical or operational risks that could affect the successful implementation of the project, and describe the corresponding mitigation measures.
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4. EXPECTED IMPACT AND RELEVANCE FOR LUXEMBOURG
Describe the expected scientific impact of the proposed project and, where relevant, its potential clinical, societal, technological or economic benefits. Explain the project's added value for Luxembourg's research ecosystem, particularly in terms of scientific expertise, research capacity, collaborations or international visibility. Explain how the project aligns with the objectives and priorities of the present Call. Max. 400 words
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5. RESEARCH TEAM AND PARTNERSHIPS
5.1 Research Team
Please provide information on the key members of the research team. The Relevant Expertise / Contribution is max. 100 words per team members. CVs of the Principal Investigator and key team members must be provided as an attachment in accordance with Section 9.
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Role in the Project
Relevant Expertise / Contribution
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Team Member 2
Team Member 3
Team Member 4
Team Member 5
5.2 Partners and Collaborating Institutions
If the project involves partner or collaborating institutions, please provide the following information:
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Partner Institution
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Principal Contact
Department / Unit
Role in the Project
Main Contribution
Funding Requested from the Foundation (in €)
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Partner 2
Partner 3
Partner 4
Partner 5
If no external partners are involved, please indicate "not applicable."
Not applicable
Added value of the partnership (if applicable): Briefly explain how the collaboration between the participating institutions brings added scientific or technical value to the project that could not be achieved by the host institution alone. Max. 150 words
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6. PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
6.1 Project Governance
Please confirm the following:
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The Principal Investigator (PI) will be responsible for the overall scientific coordination and implementation of the project.
The PI will oversee project progress, resource allocation and compliance with the reporting requirements of the Foundation.
Where applicable, the PI will coordinate the activities and responsibilities of the participating institutions.
If the project involves a specific governance structure or coordination arrangements, please briefly describe them. Max. 100 words
6.2 Ethics and Data Protection
Please indicate whether the proposed project involves any of the following:
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Human Participants
Human Biological Samples
Personal and /or Sensitive Data
Animal Experimentation
Other Significant Ethical Issues
If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, briefly describe the relevant ethical and/or data protection issues and explain how they will be addressed. Please indicate any ethical, regulatory or data protection authorisations that are required and specify whether they have already been obtained or are pending. Relevant approvals or authorisations should be attached where available and applicable. Max. 300 words
6.3 Dissemination and Valorisation
Please indicate the dissemination and valorisation activities envisaged for the project (multiple selections possible):
Scientific publications
Presentations at scientific conferences
Engagement with clinical or professional communities
Communication to patients, civil society or the general public
Open science and data sharing
Technology transfer or exploitation of research results
Other
Briefly describe the main dissemination activities planned and, where relevant, how research results may be shared with or benefit relevant audiences. Max. 100 words
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7. BUDGET AND PLANNING
7.1 Detailed Project Budget
Applicants must complete and upload the official Excel budget template provided with the Call. The budget must include all project costs, the amount requested from the Foundation, any co-funding and, where applicable, the funding allocated to Luxembourg-based collaborating institutions. The budget must comply with the funding limits and eligible cost categories set out in the Call Guidelines.
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7.2 Co-Funding and Other Funding Sources
Please provide the following information, where applicable
Total amount of co-funding (in €)
Co-funding as a percentage of total project costs
Sources of co-funding
Status
Confirmed
Pending
Partially Confirmed
Other funding applications related to this project, if applicable. Co-funding is appreciated but not mandatory.
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8. KEY SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS AND REFERENCES
8.1 Relevant Publications / Scientific Outputs from the Project Team
List up to five publications or other significant scientific outputs from the Principa Investigator and/or project team that are most relevant to the proposed project. For each reference, briefly indicate its relevance to the proposed research where this is not immediately apparent. Please use the Vancouver style. Max. 5 Referenccs
Reference 1
Reference 2
Reference 3
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Reference 5
8.2 Key External Scientific References
List up to five external publications or scientific references that are essential to understanding the scientific basis, state of the art or research gap addressed by the proposed project.
Reference 1
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Reference 3
Reference 4
Reference 5
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9. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Please upload the documents listed below. Documents should not duplicate information already provided in the application form unless specifically requested.
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Attachment A - Curriculum Vitae
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CVs of the Principal Investigator and key memebrs of the research team
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Attachment B - Detailed Budget
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Please complete and upload the budget template provided with the Call. The detailed budget must be consistent with the amounts reported in Sections 2.1 and 7 of the application form. The application can be found via the link below.
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Attachment C - Institutional Authorisation and Applicant Declaration
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Required only for selected projects, prior to the signature of the grant agreement. Selected applicants will be requested to provide signed authorisation from the applicant institution confirming its support for the project; a signed declaration from the Principal Investigator confirming the accuracy of the information submitted; where applicable, signed authorisations from collaborating institutions. These documents are not required at the application stage.
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Attachment D - Ethics / Regulatory Authorisations (If applicable)
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Please provide relevant ethics, regulatory, data protection or other formal authorisations if they have already been obtained. If an authorisation is required but still pending, this should be clearly indicated in Section 6.2.
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Attachment E - Gantt Chart / Additional Scientific Figure
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Applicants may provide a Gantt chart (maximum 1 page, PDF format) and/or additional scientific figures where these significantly facilitate the understanding of the project. These documents should complement rather than duplicate information already provided in the application form.
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10. FINAL DECLARATION
Please confirm the following before submitting the application
I confirm that the information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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I confirm that all mandatory attachments required at the application stage have been included.
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I confirm that the proposed project complies with the eligibility requirements and conditions set out in the Call Guidelines.
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I confirm that the applicant institution is aware of and supports the submission of this application.
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I understand that, if the project is selected, the required institutional authorisations and signed applicant declaration must be provided before the grant agreement can be signed.
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Name of the Principal Investigator
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The electronic submission of this form constitutes the applicant's declaration. No handwritten signature is required at the application stage.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, please ensure the following. Institutional authorisations and the signed applicant declaration will only be requested from selected applicants, prior to the signature of the grant agreement.
Before submitting your application, please ensure the following. Institutional authorisations and the signed applicant declaration will only be requested from selected applicants, prior to the signature of the grant agreement.
The budget figures are consistent throughout the application
The official Excel budget template has been completed and attached
The CVs of the Principal Investigator and key research team members have been attached
Ethics or regulators documentation has been provided where applicable and available
The application has been submitted before the deadline of 31 January 2027 at 14:00 CET.
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I confirm that the information provided is complete and accurate
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I confirm that all mandatory attachments are included
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I confirm that the project complies with the eligibility requirements
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I confirm that the applicant institution is aware of and supports this submission
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I confirm that institutional authorisations and declaration will be provided if selected
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