NSERC Alliance resources to help prepare an application
As we continue to navigate through new ways of working during the COVID-19 pandemic, NSERC staff remain accessible to answer any questions or concerns you may have. We would also like to remind you of the resources that are available to support you in preparing an Alliance application. In particular, we have added a new […]
PICS Opportunity Projects – a new call for proposals
The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions is proud to announce an exciting opportunity for research teams to gain support and funding through our Opportunity Projects Program (OPP). Targeting new entrants and emerging leaders, this program encourages researchers to take bold, but calculated, risks in pursuit of high-impact climate solution results. Successful projects are awarded […]
COVID-19 Rapid Research Funding Opportunity
This funding opportunity is part of Government of Canada’s continued rapid response to address the health challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The funding will enable rapid and timely research responsive to the current phase of COVID-19 pandemic in Canada and around the globe, which is focused on slowing and stopping the spread of SARS-CoV-2. For […]
Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI)
The call is open! Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) is now accepting faculty submissions for Summer 2021. GRI pairs faculty in Canada with international undergrads for 12-week research projects from May to October. The Globalink program builds international networks and experiences, and positions Canada as a top destination for innovation and research among students from abroad. All […]
Closure of Seeding Food Innovation 2020 Call
As the enormity of the COVID-19 reality continues to impact every aspect of our lives, it is with regret that George Weston Ltd. have decided to close the Seeding Food Innovation 2020 Call for the moment and reopen it later in the year when more researchers can return to their offices and labs. Please rest assured that […]
COVID-19: Funding Agency Deadline/ Funding Updates
ORS is maintaining a set of funding agency deadline updates and also COVID-19 Specific links.Please check the website for details. https://ors.ubc.ca/announcement/covid-19-funding-agency-deadline-funding-updates
NSERC Alliance Grants Information Session at UBC
NSERC will visit UBC campus (Apr. 1st 1:00-3:00pm) to present information about the Alliance grants program. Pam Giberson from the NSERC Pacific Regional Office and Jennifer Bean from NSERC Ottawa will present information on this competition. Alliance grants encourage university researchers to collaborate with partner organizations, which can be from the private, public, or not-for-profit sectors. […]
Geoscience BC 2020 Graduate Research Scholarship Program Now Open
Geoscience BC opened its annual graduate research scholarship program today and is now seeking applications for up to ten awards of $5,000 each for students working on projects in BC exploring each of our three research focus areas: Minerals, Energy and Water. Geoscience BC will award up to ten scholarships to students who have started […]
SPARC Connects March 2020
The March issue of SPARC Connects is available online and contains the following highlights: CIHR/Health CIHR Spring 2020 Project Grant – Note of Appreciation Michael Smith – Health Professional Investigator Open Houses NSERC Academia-Industry Partnership Event NSERC Alliance Grant SSHRC Save the Date! SSHRC Campus Visit on May 5
NSERC Science Communication Skills grant (pilot)
The Science Communication Skills grant (pilot) supports organizations providing science communication skills training to students, fellows, and faculty in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) from Canadian postsecondary institutions. Training supported by the pilot grant will educate students and researchers in STEM on how to effectively communicate science to the public. Eligible activities include training […]