Research on Knowledge Systems Competition 2006. Developmental Universities: A Changing Role for Universities in the South
This research competition includes three different competitions (Regional, National, and Graduate, see below) and is open to researchers and research institutions throughout the developing world. Research proposals in all three competitions are invited that address the following questions:
What are the new forms of universities in the South, what is driving this change, and what does this change mean for universities in the South? How should the role and impact of university research in the South be assessed to determine its development objectives? How should entrepreneurship and academic research functions be linked?
A detailed Call for Proposals is available. In addition, background information on the changing role of Southern universities has been compiled and should be consulted when developing proposals. Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions have also been provided.
Please read the eligibility requirements in the Call for Proposals carefully. Proposals that do not meet these criteria or that are submitted in an inappropriate format will not be considered. You may only apply for one award.
Timetable:
24 April, Launch of Competition
16 June, Deadline for submission of concept notes (Regional and National Concept Notes)
14 July, Completion of review of concept notes and invitation to short-listed candidates to submit a full proposal
1 September, Deadline for submission of Graduate Research Awards' applications.
1 October, Deadline for submission of final versions of full proposals
1 December, Final decisions made on proposals and communicated to all applicants
February 2007, Project workshop of successful project leaders — to be coordinated with UniDev meetings.
All proposals will be reviewed by a selection committee. The decisions of this selection committee are final.
Regional Networking Awards
Support for multi-country and cross-regional studies by institutions.
National Awards
Support for national research proposals from institutions.
Graduate Awards
Awards for graduate students from Africa.
Background Information
A collection of papers that provide insights and useful ideas.
Detail info: http://www.idrc. ca/en/ev- 94514-201- 1-DO_TOPIC. html
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