antimicrobial resistance (amr) has become one of the major global health and development challenges of the 21st century. the threat of amr is particularly high in resource-limited and high-risk settings. this is linked to weak human and animal health systems; diverse means of food production, processing and consumption; food safety and food security; water, hygiene and sanitation challenges; and the global movement of people and goods.

in response to these challenges, the jpiamr is launching a joint transnational call for proposals for innovative research projects on new or improved diagnostics and surveillance strategies, tools, technologies and methods. these research projects should address diagnosis of amr infections in clinical and veterinary settings, or the emergence, surveillance, and/or detection of amr in humans, animals and the environment. this call will support research projects that also have the potential for impact in areas where the risk and burden of amr is greatest, e.g. in lmic settings in asia and africa. projects are encouraged to use a one health approach where relevant.

cihr is investing $1.8 million in this joint programming call. the overall projected call budget is of approx. 20 million euro.

context

the new frontiers in research fund (nfrf) will invest $275 million over the next five years, and $65 million ongoing, to support international, interdisciplinary, fast-breaking and high-risk research. it is comprised of three streams to support groundbreaking research: 

• exploration will generate opportunities for canada to build strength in high-risk, high-reward and interdisciplinary research;
• transformation will provide large-scale support for canada to build strength and leadership in interdisciplinary and transformative research; and 
• international will enhance opportunities for canadian researchers to participate in research with international partners.

the canada research coordinating committee (crcc) designed the fund following a comprehensive national consultation, which involved canadian researchers, research administrators, stakeholders and the public. the fund is administered by the tri-agency institutional programs secretariat (tips), which is housed within the social sciences and humanities research council (sshrc), on behalf of canada’s three research granting agencies:  the canadian institutes of health research (cihr), the natural sciences and engineering research council (nserc) and sshrc.    

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the objective of this inaugural competition is to generate opportunities for early career researchers (ecrs) to conduct high-risk, high-reward and interdisciplinary research not available through funding opportunities currently offered by the three agencies. it seeks to inspire highly innovative projects that defy current research paradigms, propose a unique scientific direction, bring disciplines together beyond the traditional disciplinary approaches, and/or use different perspectives to solve existing problems. 

eligibility

for this competition, early career researchers  are defined as individuals who have five years or less experience since their first academic appointment as of the noi deadline, with the exception of career interruptions (e.g., maternity or parental leave, extended sick leave, clinical training, and family care) that occurred after their appointment. part-time positions are also taken into consideration. for maternity or parental leave, the five-year window is extended by an amount equal to twice the time interruption taken. in the case of a first academic appointment having been a part-time appointment/position, tips will count the years of experience following it at 50% until the time of an appointment to a full-time academic position. additional details are available in the frequently asked questions.

applications may be submitted by an individual researcher (the nominated principal investigator) or a team of researchers. in addition to the nominated principal investigator, a team may include one co-principal investigator, and any number of co-applicants, and/or collaborators.

individuals can participate in only one application as a nominated principal investigator, co-principal investigator, or co-applicant in this competition. furthermore, for future exploration competitions, individuals cannot participate as a nominated principal investigator, co-principal investigator or co-applicant on a proposal if they are already a grantee or co-grantee of an exploration award. this restriction does not apply to collaborators.

the genomic applications partnership program (gapp) funds downstream research and development (r&d) projects that address real world opportunities and challenges defined by “receptor” organizations such as industry, government, or not-for-profit entities. these organizations should be committed to commercializing or implementing the outcomes of the project.

projects are led by the receptor organization (canadian or international) but are active collaborations with a canadian academic researcher. these projects are co-funded by receptors and other stakeholders and must have the potential to generate significant social and/or economic benefits for canada.

the gapp aims to:

• accelerate the application of canadian genomics-derived solutions from academia to real-world opportunities and challenges defined by industry, not-for-profit and public-sector receptors.
• channel canada’s genomics capacity into sustainable innovations that benefit canadians.
• enhance the value of canadian genomics technologies by de-risking and incentivizing follow-on investment from industry and other partners.
• foster mutually beneficial collaboration and knowledge exchange between canadian academia and technology receptors.

we are pleased to announce the 2019 call for applications to the cifar azrieli global scholars program: an opportunity for early career researchers.

cifar, a canadian-based global organization, brings together nearly 400 researchers from over 16 countries who together are pursuing answers to some of the most complex challenges facing the world today. the cifar azrieli global scholars program provides funding, skills training, mentorship, and opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from diverse disciplines, positioning scholars as research leaders and agents of change.

cifar azrieli global scholars receive:

• $100,000 cad in unrestricted research support
• a two-year term in a cifar research program, a global network of top-tier research leaders
• opportunities to network, collaborate and form a community with colleagues from diverse disciplines
• mentorship from a senior researcher within a cifar research program
• specialized leadership and communications skills training, and support to put their skills into action

applicants can be from anywhere in the world, must hold a phd (or equivalent) and be within the first five years of a full-time academic research position (e.g. assistant professor level or equivalent). scholars' research interests must be aligned with the themes of an eligible cifar research program. in 2019, the eligible programs are:

• azrieli program in brain, mind & consciousness
• bio-inspired solar energy
• gravity & the extreme universe
• humans & the microbiome
• molecular architecture of life

we invite you to share this opportunity with exceptional early career researchers in your network.

applications must be submitted by february 5, 2019. all applications are submitted online and must include two letters of reference. a detailed overview of the cifar azrieli global scholars program, along with full eligibility requirements and how to apply, are available on our website.

if you have any questions, please contact global.scholars@cifar.ca.

november 29, 2018 – global affairs canada and the chinese ministry of education are offering short-term scholarships to canadians wishing to study abroad in china. scholarships are awarded for studies, research, language studies or a combination of studies and language studies at participating chinese institutions.

• program name: canada-china scholars’ exchange program
• funding organizations: global affairs canada and the ministry of education of the people’s republic of china
• target audiences: canadian 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 (college, undergraduate and graduate levels in canada); canadian faculty members and research staff at a post-secondary institution in canada; canadian mid-career professionals
• number of scholarships: over 20
• duration: 4 to 12 months for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 ; and 8 weeks to 12 months for faculty members and mid-career professionals
• inclusions: airfare, tuition fees, monthly living stipend, on-campus accommodation and medical insurance
• deadline: march 1, 2019

for full program details and to submit an online application, visit: canada-china scholars’ exchange program.

the canadian hemophilia society (chs) is proud to put out its call for applications for the 2019-2020 grant period for its research program created in collaboration with bayer and advance canada.

the canadian hemophilia society – bayer advance canada research program was created to engage canadian hemophilia treaters in activities to identify and research key issues in the ageing hemophilia population.

the research program will support studies that aim to:

•             identify and provide insight into key issues associated with the ageing hemophilia population

•             identify how management of age-related co-morbidities should be adapted to those with hemophilia

•             create and deliver evidence-based information to health care practitioners (hcps), the public and policy makers that will lead to improved care and qol for older canadians living with hemophilia

the primary intent of this program is to offer one or two $30,000 research grants, to a maximum of $60,000 for one year.

applications and deadline:
all completed application forms and support documents must arrive at the national office of the canadian hemophilia society on or before february 8, 2019. if the chs receives the application after the deadline date but it is postmarked on or before the deadline date, then it is considered to have been submitted on time. the names of the successful applicants will be announced in march 2019.

should a candidate wish to have the advance canada steering committee review the application prior to submitting it to the chs, please provide by e-mail a copy of the application to robert martone of glia scientific communication at rmartone@gliasc.com . he will act as your liaison with the steering committee.

additional information, the eligibility criteria and conditions for the research program as well as the application form can be found on our website at this link:

https://www.hemophilia.ca/research-chs-bayer-advance-canada-research-program

the chs/novo nordisk canada psychosocial research program was created to engage hemophilia program professionals/graduate 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 from the allied health disciplines (ie. nursing, physiotherapy & social work) in research activities addressed to understanding the psychosocial impact of hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders and to improve the quality of life of persons and families whose lives are affected by these disorders.

applications from social workers, nurses, or physiotherapists with professional experience in a hemophilia treatment centre (or other comparable settings in which care has been provided to people with hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders) or persons interested in the field of inherited bleeding disorders will be considered. 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 in a phd program in one of the allied health disciplines may also apply. professionals who have appointments in universities and who can dedicate time to research are encouraged to apply. professional experience in a hemophilia treatment centre is desirable but not required.

the primary intent of this program is to offer one or two $20,000 research grants, to a maximum of $40,000 for one year.

depending upon the number and quality of applications, funding for more than two research grant could be offered within the allotted total budget stated above.

the major portion of each grant would be to cover the research time for the successful candidate(s), including the time for research assistants. a small amount can be devoted to project expenses.

multidisciplinary collaboration:
collaboration with multidisciplinary care providers and/or between two or more hemophilia centres is accepted and encouraged. collaboration efforts may include, for example, social work, physical therapy and genetics. it thus may be possible for a hemophilia centre team to jointly submit a cooperative research project. additionally, inter-regional applications will be considered.
 
applications and deadline:
a letter of intent should be submitted to the canadian hemophilia society by january 16, 2019. the letter, with a maximum of two pages, should identify the researcher, the organization and include a summary description of the intended area of research.

the chs peer review committee will invite a limited number of candidates to submit a more detailed proposal by february 8, 2019 in order to make a final selection. grants will be offered for a one-year period to begin in april 2019.

more detailed information is available by accessing the chs web site at https://www.hemophilia.ca/the-chsnovo-nordisk-psychosocial-research-program/