How to apply:
All four of the following GCRF funds use the the same application form.
Completed applications and questions about the funds should be emailed to Sue Gilligan s.gilligan@bham.ac.uk.
GCRF Impact Implementation Fund
Application deadline:
The deadlines for applications are Friday 5 February and Thursday 26 March 2021.
We encourage ambitious proposals; contact Sue Gilligan if you would like to discuss your budget and project. Sue will also advise on the process for making applications outside the deadlines.” And then the ‘Who can apply’ section and beyond can stay the same for each segment.
Who can apply?
Existing GCRF funded researchers.
Intended to support existing GCRF funded researchers only to undertake additional impact activities beyond those envisaged in their original funding application, in order to maximise the benefits to Low and Middle Income partners involved in the research. Examples of potential activities include:
- Dissemination of research and translation of outputs into new formats, such as; creation of films, production of policy briefings, conversion of outputs into local languages or artistic outputs.
- Engagement of academic and non-academic partners, such as; secondments or person exchange with researchers or business/ policy makers in lower middle income countries.
- Activities to change policy or guidelines, such as; contribution to curriculum design, engagement with local governments or policy stakeholders, etc.
GCRF Rapid Response
Application deadline:
The deadlines for applications are Friday 5 February and Thursday 26 March 2021.
We encourage ambitious proposals; contact Sue Gilligan if you would like to discuss your budget and project. Sue will also advise on the process for making applications outside the deadlines.” And then the ‘Who can apply’ section and beyond can stay the same for each segment.
Who can apply?
Research staff from all Colleges.
The most pressing development challenges often manifest themselves in unexpected ways. From crises such as the Ebola and Zika epidemics, to natural disasters, civil unrest and other emergencies. This fund is intended to support an agile response to unexpected situations that require an urgent action. The fund can provide support for travel and research assistance etc.
GCRF Research Co-Design Sandpits
Application deadline:
The deadlines for applications are Friday 5 February and Thursday 26 March 2021.
We encourage ambitious proposals; contact Sue Gilligan if you would like to discuss your budget and project. Sue will also advise on the process for making applications outside the deadlines.” And then the ‘Who can apply’ section and beyond can stay the same for each segment.
Who can apply?
Research staff from all Colleges.
Research Co-Design Sandpits allow scholars to engage with partners to explore specific development challenges faced by LMICs. The aim is to support initial partnership discussions and co-define problems, which will result in more significant collaborative projects being taken forward. Events can be held at Birmingham or overseas, with support for travel and hosting costs being offered.
GCRF Capacity building fund
Application deadline:
The deadlines for applications are Friday 5 February and Thursday 26 March 2021.
We encourage ambitious proposals; contact Sue Gilligan if you would like to discuss your budget and project. Sue will also advise on the process for making applications outside the deadlines.” And then the ‘Who can apply’ section and beyond can stay the same for each segment.
Who can apply?
Research staff from all Colleges.
This fund is earmarked for activities that will enhance the ability of LMIC partners to undertake research. This could include training on matters such as data collection and data management, research ethics or participant engagement. Funding to support skills audits would also be eligible. Costs to support travel and hosting will be supported, plus items necessary for training. When training is delivered it is anticipated that University of Birmingham staff will deliver this.