Deadline: 10 September 2024
The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, at University of Cambridge, has launched the Improving Research Community Builder Award to support Pre-PhDs, PhDs, and Postdoctoral Researchers who want to host local events focused on improving research practices and culture at their universities.
These events can be diverse, and they will consider many different initiative, regardless of whether they are small and preliminary, or already well established. For example, you can apply for the award to pay for snacks during a casual monthly journal club, host coffee get-togethers, or a larger lecture series.
Award Information
- They intend to fund approximately 20-25 awards.
- Award winners can apply for between £200-£800 of support.
- Each award will be announced in the month after the application deadline.
- They will also award additional £150 beyond the requested amount as a token of appreciation for your time and effort in organising the events.
Eligibility Criteria
- This award is open to applicants from any academic discipline or area of study.
- Due to the nature of the funding award, applications are only open to researchers based at Higher Education institutions in the United Kingdom.
Evaluation Criteria
- Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Clarity of objectives
- Feasibility of the event plan
- Potential impact on research community building
- Alignment with the award’s goals
For more information, visit MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit.
