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UCL and Peking University (PKU) are contributing matching funds to support collaborative education and research initiatives through a joint call for proposals.
Projects
This call invites proposals for partnership development activity in areas of mutual interest and complementary strengths that will deepen collaboration between UCL and Peking University. Proposals should be co-led by a Lead Applicant at each institution.
Proposals from all fields are welcome but those related to the following fields are particularly encouraged:
• Climate Change
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Intercultural Understanding
• Other proposals relating to one or more of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Up to eight joint projects will be selected for funding. Proposals will be assessed by a committee composed of members from both institutions.
Eligibility
Applications are open to UCL staff members with the following roles. Applications from Early Career Researchers, or staff with equivalent professional training are welcomed:
• Professor or equivalent
• Associate Professor/ Reader or equivalent
• Senior Lecturer/Principal Researcher/Principal Research Associate or equivalent
• Lecturer/Senior Research Associate or equivalent
• Post Doc/Researcher/Research Associate or equivalent
Applicants from UCL must have an open-ended UCL contract or a fixed-term contract which lasts until at least July 2025.
Principal Investigators from UCL should be aware of changes made to the 2024/25 GE Partner Fund process which are stipulated in Partner Funds webpage here.
Value
Up to eight successful proposals will receive up to £20,000. Funding will be jointly provided by UCL and PKU, with 50% going to the academic at each respective institution.
Timeline
Call for Proposals: 6 September 2024
Deadline for Submission: 11.59pm (UK Time) 9 October 2024
How to apply
1. Download a copy of the full application guideline and read it carefully.
2. Use the application form
3. All applications must be jointly developed by a Principal Investigator from UCL and Peking University
4. All applications must be submitted online via the UCL portal. Access here.
5. Only complete submissions will be considered.
6. Late applications will not be considered.
Contact
If you experience any problems making an online application, or have any questions about the UCL-PKU Strategic Partner Funds, please contact:
At UCL:
Zhou Kuang
Global Engagement Manager
zhou.kuang@ucl.ac.uk
At Peking University:
Ke Li
Office of International Relations
li.ke@pku.edu.cn
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