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Description
Priority Announcements on Canada Graduate Scholarships Master's Awards competitions offer additional sources of funding for highly rated applications that are relevant to specific CIHR research priority areas or mandates. Applications are submitted through the "201102GSM" competition of the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
The Canada Graduate Scholarships Master's Awards administered by CIHR are intended to provide special recognition and support to students who are pursuing a Master's degree in a health related field in Canada. These candidates are expected to have an exceptionally high potential for future research achievement and productivity.
Funds Available
CIHR's and partner contribution to the amount available for this initiative is subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and partner reserve the right to defer or suspend payments to awards received as a result of this funding opportunity.
Funds Available for Research in All Areas:
Funds are available for applications in all areas of research that address any important health problem or issue through the "201102GSM" competition of the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
Funds Available for Research in Specific Areas:
In this competition, funds are available to encourage and support applications in specific areas that are aligned with CIHR's research priority areas and mandates. Information on the research areas to be funded as well as the maximum amounts per award that can be requested is found in the "Objectives" section.
CIHR Research Priority Areas
- Child Cancer (SHOPP)
- Dental Hygiene (SHOPP)
- Disability Prevention from Motor Vehicle Collisions or Auto-Manufacturing (SHOPP)
- Fanconi anemia (SHOPP)
- Nutrition and Dietetic Research (SHOPP)
- Osteoporosis (SHOPP)
- Regional Partnerships Program
- Respiratory Health (SHOPP)
- Thalassemia (SHOPP)
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Objectives
The specific objective of the "Master's Award: Priority Announcement (Specific Research Areas)" is to offer additional sources of funding for highly rated applications that are relevant to specific CIHR research priority areas and mandates.
1. Childhood Cancer (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO), will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- Research that contributes to a better understanding of childhood cancer and its impacts, and improved outcomes for children with cancer and their families. In particular, research that:
- Diminishes the impact of childhood cancer on children, families, and society
- Enhances our understanding of the causes of childhood cancer;
- Informs policy development;
- Aligns resources with needs;
- Applied translational research, health services research, population health research, and/or biomedical research is supported through this priority announcement.
- Please note that basic science research will not be funded through this priority announcement.
- More information on the research priorities of POGO's Research Unit (PRU) can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Ontario, Canada but is not restricted to Ontario citizens.
- Award recipients are requested to provide periodic progress reports on their work to POGO.
- Award recipients are requested to communicate with the POGO office, attend POGO meetings as requested, and to present a poster at the annual POGO Symposium or other POGO educational events.
- Award recipients are requested to acknowledge POGO on publications resulting from this award.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
2. Dental Hygiene (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program) (MDH)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with Canadian Foundation for Dental Hygiene Research and Education (CFDHRE will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- Dental Hygiene: Biomedical research
- Dental Hygiene: Clinical research
- Dental Hygiene: Health services research
- Dental Hygiene: Social, cultural, environmental and population health research.
- More information on the research priorities of Canadian Foundation for Dental Hygiene Research and Education can be found on their website.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Canada.
- Applicants must be Registered Dental Hygienists in Canada and must provide proof of their valid Canadian registration/license to be considered for this priority announcement. In ResearchNet under 'Attach Other Application Materials', please attach proof of current and valid Canadian registration/ licensure as a Dental Hygienist with an expiry date (if available). (Updated: 2010-08-24)
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
3. Disability Prevention (Auto Collision or Manufacturing) (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program) (IDM)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with the Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability (CIRPD), will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority area described below:
- Cross discipline research is encouraged in the following thematic areas:
- Mitigating occupant injury and disability in motor vehicle collisions or automotive manufacturing
- Prevention of disability resulting from vehicular or automotive manufacturing injuries
- The research focus must address one of the following areas related to the above themes:
- Advances in injury prevention
- Effective situational diagnosis and management
- Reliable and valid measurement tools to evaluate and improve safety design methodologies, and future research
- Effective research dissemination and utilization practices
- Evaluation of design, evidence formed methodologies or interventions targeted at reducing impairment and disability
- More information on the research priorities of Canadian Institute for the Relief of Pain and Disability can be found on their web site
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this funding opportunity is $35,000.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- Award must be held in Canada.
- The applicants are expected to work under the supervision of eligible AUTO21 investigators. There are over 310 researchers participating through 44 universities across Canada. Cross discipline research is encouraged. Applicants must confirm eligibility by contacting: Michelle Watters, Executive Director, AUTO21 (email: michelle.watters@auto21.ca, phone 519-253-3000 Ext. 4135). She will provide you with a form which must be completed by the AUTO21 Investigator associated with the project and the AUTO21 administrator to confirm eligibility prior to the submission of your application to CIHR.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
4. Fanconi Anemia (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program) (JFM)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with Fanconi Canada will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- More information on the research priorities of Fanconi Canada can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Canada.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
5. Nutrition and Dietetic Research (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with The Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research (CFDR) will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- Nutrition and Dietetic Research
- Of particular interest:
- Outcomes of intervention: objective measures of the effect of a nutrition intervention in all practice areas
- New roles for dieticians in meeting health needs of all Canadians: implementation and evaluation of novel service delivery in new environments
- Identification of vulnerable groups and their nutritional needs: enhanced understanding of who are the nutritionally vulnerable, their nutritional needs and means to address these needs
- Determinants of food choice: identification of factors and attitudes that influence the food choices made by consumers
- Basic science research using animal experimentation is not supported
- More information on the research priorities of The Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Canada.
- The recipient must be a Registered Dietician or enrolled in a dietetic education stream.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
6. Osteoporosis (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program) (SOM)
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with Osteoporosis Canada will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
- Clinical research.
- Metabolic bone disease.
- Epidemiology.
- More information on the research priorities of Osteoporosis Canada can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Canada.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
7. Regional Partnerships Program
7a) Regional Partnerships Program – Manitoba
Summary:
Funds Available:
- The maximum amount awarded for a single grant is up to $17,500 per annum for up to one year. The amount available to any particular competition will be determined by the number of successful applicants and the amount of funding available.
Specific Requirements:
- For eligibility guidelines, please see the CIHR/Manitoba RPP Program Requirements.
- Recipient(s) will be the top ranked researcher(s) that meet(s) RPP eligibility requirements;
- The nominated principal applicant must be from an institution in Manitoba;
- Please note researchers must submit their applications at least two weeks prior to the CIHR deadline to have their applications vetted by the internal review procedures at MHRC in order for their grant to be eligible for consideration for RPP funding;
- This Priority Announcement will not require the completion of a Relevance Form;
- When applying through ResearchNet, please ensure to select "RPP-Manitoba" in the drop-down menu of the priority announcement.
Contact Information:
- For questions about the MB Advisory Board RPP review process and criteria, please contact:
Shannon Rogalski
Manager, Funding Programs
Manitoba Health Research Council
Phone: 204-783-4249
Email: shannon.rogalski@mhrc.mb.ca
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
7b) Regional Partnerships Program – New Brunswick
Summary:
- CIHR, through the Regional Partnerships Program (RPP), in partnership with New Brunswick-RPP is interested in funding applications in all four themes of health research that contribute to the goal of building health research capacity in New Brunswick.
- More information on the research priorities of New Brunswick can be found on their website.
Funds Available:
- The maximum amount awarded for a single grant is up to $17,500 per annum for up to one year. The amount available to any particular competition will be determined by the number of successful applicants and the amount of funding available.
Specific Requirements:
- For eligibility guidelines, see the New Brunswick – CIHR RPP program description;
- Recipient(s) will be the top ranked researcher(s) that meet(s) RPP eligibility requirements;
- The nominated principal applicant must be from an institution in New Brunswick;
- Candidates must have their applications screened through the internal review procedures of the New Brunswick RPP Advisory Board a minimum of two weeks prior to submitting their application to CIHR in order for their award to be eligible for consideration for RPP funding;
- This Priority Announcement will not require the completion of a Relevance Form;
- Candidates must select RPP-New Brunswick in the Research-Net drop-down menu of the priority announcement.
Contact Information:
- For questions about the NB RPP Advisory Board review process and criteria, please contact:
John Boyne
Administrator, Medical Research Fund of New Brunswick
P.O. Box 5100
520 King Street
Fredericton, NB, E3B 5G8
Telephone: 506-444-3222
Fax: 506-453-2958
Email: john.boyne@gnb.ca
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
7c) Regional Partnerships Program – Newfoundland and Labrador
Summary:
Funds Available:
- The amount available to any particular competition will be determined by the number of successful applicants and the amount of funding available.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single grant is up to $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
Additional Information:
- For eligibility guidelines, please see the Newfoundland and Labrador RPP program description;
- Recipient(s) will be the top ranked researcher(s) that meet(s) RPP eligibility requirements;
- Trainees must propose a research training program in Newfoundland and Labrador to be eligible for this award;
- Only one trainee per laboratory will be eligible to receive funding;
- Please note researchers must submit their applications at least one month prior to the CIHR application deadline to have their applications vetted by the internal review procedures at RPP-NL in order for their grant to be eligible for consideration for RPP funding. Contact for this process is the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (see contact information below);
- This Priority Announcement will not require the completion of a Relevance Form;
- When applying through ResearchNet, please ensure to select "RPP-Newfoundland and Labrador" in the drop-down menu of the priority announcement.
Contact Information:
- For questions about the RPP-NL internal review process and criteria, please contact:
Office of Research and Graduate Studies
Faculty of Medicine
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Room H-1759, Health Sciences Complex
St. John's, NL, A1B 3V6
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
8. Respiratory Health (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
Summary:
- The CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with the Lung Association of Saskatchewan (LAS) will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
- More information on the research priorities of the Lung Association of Saskatchewan can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Saskatchewan, Canada.
Contact Information
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
9. Thalassemia (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
Summary:
- The CIHR, through the Small Health Organization Partnership Program (SHOPP), in partnership with Thalassemia Foundation of Canada will fund applications that are determined to be relevant to the research priority areas described below:
- Thalassemia: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Thalassemia: Metabolism
- Thalassemia: Blood
- Thalassemia: Iron overload
- More information on the research priorities of Thalassemia Foundation of Canada can be found on their web site.
Funds Available:
- The total amount available for this initiative is $17,500.
- The maximum amount awarded for a single award is $17,500 per annum for up to one year.
- CIHR and partner contributions to the amount available for this initiative are subject to availability of funds. Should CIHR or partner funding levels not be available or are decreased for some unforeseen circumstances, CIHR and the partner reserve the right or defer or suspend payments.
Specific Requirements:
- This Priority Announcement will require the completion of a Relevance Form.
- The award must be held in Canada.
Contact Information:
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process, see the "Contact Information".
- For questions about this research initiative and research objectives, see Appendix 1, under "Additional Information".
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Eligibility
For Eligibility, Guidelines and Performance Measurement please refer to the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
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Guidelines
For Eligibility, Guidelines and Performance Measurement please refer to the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
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Performance Measurement
For Eligibility, Guidelines and Performance Measurement please refer to the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
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Review Process and Evaluation
Relevance Review Process
CIHR and partner organizations will provide funding for applications that are relevant to (in alignment with) the objectives and research priority areas described in the Objectives section.
Prior to peer review, CIHR and partner organizations will have access to anonymized project titles and project summaries and/or relevance forms
Applications that are not deemed to be relevant will be withdrawn from the competition.
Review Committee
A CIHR review committee will evaluate the full applications. The committee may be drawn from one of CIHR's pre-existing committees or may be created specifically for this funding opportunity. Committee members are selected based on suggestions from many sources including the institute(s) / branch(es) and partner(s), following CIHR's Policy on Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality in the context of Merit, Relevance and Peer Review (CCIP). For information on CIHR's peer review process in general, see the Understand Peer Review section of CIHR's website.
Evaluation Criteria
Master's Awards are reviewed in accordance with the Guide for Reviewers – CIHR Master's Award.
The following general criteria for evaluating training award applications will be used:
- Achievements and Activities of the Candidate
- Characteristics and Abilities of the Candidate
- Research Training Environment
Funding Decision
Upon completion of peer review, we will generate a ranking list, ratings and recommendations. The list will be used for funding decision-making purposes and will remain anonymous unless applicants have provided written consent to share nominative information.
Applications will be funded from the top down in order of ranking as far as budgets will allow.
Applications that receive a rating below 3.5 will not be funded.
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How to Apply
- The application process for this funding opportunity is comprised of one step: Application.
- The Application is submitted through the "201102GSM" competition of the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity.
- To complete your Application, review the Master's Award: 2010-2011 funding opportunity and then follow the specific application guidelines and instructions which are fully described in its "How to Apply" section.
- An overview of CIHR's application processes can be found under Apply for Funding.
- Reminder to applicants: Please ensure that your application is complete (including all required signatures) and submitted on time to CIHR. Effective September 1, 2008, CIHR will assume no responsibility in following-up with applicants who submit an incomplete application. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted into the competition.
Specific Requirements:
CIHR Research Priority Areas
- Priority announcements for research in specific CIHR priority areas are listed in the "Objectives" section of this funding opportunity, under "CIHR Research Priority Areas."
- To apply for funding through these priority announcements, select the priority announcement title and relevant research area(s) addressed by your research proposal in the "Identify Priority Announcements and Relevant Research Area" section of your ResearchNet application.
- You may request that your application be considered for up to three priority announcement research areas per application, in each Master's Award competition.
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Contact Information
For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, and the peer review process contact:
Priority Announcement Program Delivery Team
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Telephone: 613-954-1968
Toll-free: 1-888-603-4178
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: PA-AP@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your ResearchNet account or the e-Submission process contact:
CIHR ResearchNet Support
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Telephone: 613-941-9080
Email: support@researchnet-recherchenet.ca
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Additional Information
1. Fanconi Anemia (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
2. Childhood Cancer (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
3. Dental Hygiene (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
4. Disability Prevention (Auto Collision or Manufacturing) (Small Health Organizations Partnership)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
5. Nutrition and Dietetic Research (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
6. Osteoporosis (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
7. Regional Partnerships Program
- For questions on CIHR funding guidelines, how to apply, the peer review process and the RPP policies contact:
Regional Partnerships Program Coordinator
Targeted Initiatives Branch
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Telephone: 613-952-5728
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: RPP-PPR@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Erik Blache
Senior Advisor, Partnerships and Citizen Engagement
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Telephone: 613-948-2684
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: erik.blache@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
8. Respiratory Health (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
9. Thalassemia (Small Health Organizations Partnership Program)
- For questions about this initiative and research objectives contact:
Small Health Organizations Partnership Program
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Fax: 613-954-1800
Email: pce.pec@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
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