NSERC introduces revised guidelines on assessment of contributions to research, training and mentoring
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) released revised . The revised guidelines promote NSERC’s support of research excellence in Canada and incorporate the principles by recognizing a broader range of contributions, including outreach and mentoring, and emphasizing their quality and impacts. When applying for funding, applicants can now select a broader variety of contributions and suitable indicators to demonstrate the impact of their work.
Among other changes, the Guidelines provide examples of forms of contributions as well as quality and impact indicators. They also include updated language around interruptions to research, training and mentorship to reflect current NSERC practice.
Applicants to NSERC’s funding opportunities should review these guidelines and consult the program instructions before applying.
For more information, contact dora@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.
