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These CFI investments will equip researchers to advance national priorities and propel innovation in Canada.
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Research Finance has released a new podcast episode (Season 4, Episode 4.1) that kicks off a series covering research-related travel expenses. This first episode discusses pre-travel considerations, including which grant or grants can be used to reimburse travel expenses, the need to travel,…
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A total of 51 UBC-led projects were awarded funding through CIHR's Spring 2026 Project Grants, Priority Announcement Grants and Bridge Awards.
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Since the start of the year, CIHR has been engaging the health research community on pressures facing the Project Grant program and ways to keep it strong, fair and sustainable. The program is under strain, with application volumes and requested budgets having increased significantly in recent…
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Today, Michael Smith Health Research BC (MSHRBC) announced the inaugural recipients of the Engage Award, supporting 50 teams across BC to strengthen collaboration, explore shared priorities, and lay the foundation for future knowledge mobilization. The Engage Award cohort includes teams from…
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The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (VPRI) invites applications from UBC faculty members and faculty-led teams for the Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity, a national award administered through the Canada Research Chairs Program (CRCP).
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Overview: SSHRC Destination Horizon Grants support researchers affiliated with eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions to build capacity, foster existing partnerships, and further develop networks and/or consortia with member states and associated countries, with the ultimate…
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121 projects led by UBC researchers were awarded a total of $16.6 million through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.
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CIHR will be hosting two webinars to support participants with the requirements of the funding opportunity “Fall 2026 Project Grant” and to answer questions on how to apply.English Session 1Duration: 60 minutesWhen: Thursday, July 30 at 8:00 AM PST | JoinEnglish Session 2Duration: 60 minutesWhen:…
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The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is pleased to announce the launch of the Reviewer in Training (RiT) program for the Fall 2026 Project Grant competition. The RiT program offers Early Career Researchers (ECRs) a learning opportunity …
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