Multicampus Research Programs & Initiatives Funding Opportunity
Dear Colleagues,
The following is a UC sponsored RFP for Multicampus Research Programs.
ALERT: If you are with a multicampus research program that currently receives funding from the Office of the President, you must reapply for funding.
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From: UCOP Office of Research & Graduate Studies
Date: January 23, 2009
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The Office of Research & Graduate Studies and Vice President Steven Beckwith are pleased to announce the release of the final RFP for multicampus research programs and initiatives (MRPIs). This opportunity is open to all currently funded multicampus research units (MRUs) as well as to new MRPIs proposed by campus groups. Goals of this competition are to facilitate and support outstanding research and cutting edge discoveries that advance a field, impact the lives of Californians, increase UC's competitiveness, inform public policy and support innovative graduate student research. MRPIs can be organized to carry out focused research efforts, to provide competitive grants in important fields of research, or to facilitate high levels of interdisciplinary collaboration and interaction that advances innovative research. Approximately $12 million/year total will be available to fund MRPIs, and these funds will replace, not supplement, current MRU funding. Please review the RFP for additional guidance and details regarding this competition. More information about this funding opportunity can be found on the UCOP web site.
Important dates to remember:
- Monday, March 16, 2009: LOIs due at 12:00pm (noon) PST.
- Wednesday, April 15, 2009: Proposal submission deadline at 12:00pm (noon) PST.
Please note: Additional instructions regarding LOI submission will be posted soon. Visit our website for ongoing updates and information. Please do not rely on previous draft versions of the RFP to prepare your application.
For questions, contact PARC@ucop.edu
Thank you for your interest in this funding opportunity.
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Susan Bryant
Vice Chancellor for Research
