28 February 2025

Pool for networking activities

Purpose

The purpose of the Pool 2025 is to develop and support active research networks within the Future Prevention & Health initiative. Funding is available for activities that help mature network ideas towards externally funded research projects.

Target groups

  1. Active networks within the Future Prevention & Health initiative.
  2. All researchers at UCPH interested in forming a network within Future Prevention & Health.

Funding pools

A total of DKK 400,000 is available, divided into two pools:

  • Pool 1: Grants of preferably DKK 50,000 (up to DKK 100,000 in special cases).
  • Pool 2: Grants of preferably DKK 25,000 (up to DKK 50,000 in special cases).

Application criteria

  • The application must follow the format and content requirements.
  • Researchers at UCPH must be central to the network.
  • External academic or cross-sectoral partners must be involved.
  • For Pool 1, the network must be part of a structured maturation process coordinated with the steering committee.

Application requirements

Pool 1
  • Summary of the research project and external funding deadlines.
  • Overview of involved researchers and network chair.
  • Description of the network status, funding potential, and research development needs.
  • Expected timeline.
  • Max. two pages.
Pool 2
  • Summary of the network and research idea.
  • Summary of the activity for which funding is sought, including expected outcomes.
  • Overview of involved researchers and network chair.
  • Description of requested funding, including:
    • Content and expected impact of the activity.
    • Estimated cost or quotation.
    • Time and duration.
  • Max. two pages.

Examples of eligible activities

Pool 1 (Maturation process activities)
  • Facilitated maturation process by the steering committee or external experts.
  • Targeted funding support from UCPH funding support units.
  • 12:00-12:00 workshops, including external participation.
  • Communication products.
Pool 2 (Networking activities)
  • Small-scale pilot experiments or data collection as proof-of-concept.
  • 12:00-12:00 workshops for network and project development.
  • Other relevant networking activities.

Application deadline

Open for applications: 1 March – 1 May 2025, 12:00 noon.

Evaluation and funding decision

Applications will be prioritized based on their potential to support interdisciplinary and innovative initiatives aligned with UCPH Strategy 2030.
Funding decisions will be made by the steering committee in mid-May 2025.

Allocated funds must be used in 2025.

Administration and contact

The pools are administered by SCIENCE Secretariat.

For questions, please contact:
Senior Consultant Nele Høgsbro – nele.hoegsbro@science.ku.dk
Tel: 35 32 26 02 / 22 95 65 04

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