These collaborations enable a Principal Investigator based in the UK to lead a research project where its successful completion is dependant on the participation of relevant overseas institutions. A significant research theme must be identified at the outset which requires for its successful treatment international collaboration
between one or more UK universities, and two or more overseas institutions (up to a maximum of seven institutions in total). Networks should be newly constituted collaborations. Applicants should provide an explicit statement as to why a network is the most appropriate format for addressing the chosen research theme. Full justification should be given for the involvement of all participants, with each participant bringing specific – and stated – expertise which can directly contribute to the success of the project. Details of the proposed methodology for the research project should be provided at the outset, as well as a clear indication of the anticipated outcomes (publications, websites), and of the dissemination strategy to be adopted.
Value and Duration
The value of an award is normally up to £125,000, the activities involved lasting for up to three years.
Topics
Applications for research on any topic within the entire array of academic disciplines are eligible for support. However, an exception is made for areas of research supported by specialist funding agencies and in particular for medicine. In such cases, applicants should consider an application to these alternative funding bodies as being more appropriate. Specific attention is paid to the reasons given by applicants in justifying their choice of the Trust as the most appropriate agency for the support of their project.
Eligibility
The Principal Investigator should be employed at a university or other institution of higher or further education in the UK. The award is made to that institution, which must agree to administer the grant, for allocation among the participating institutions.
Costs
The following are typical costs:
International travel and subsistence. Please note that full advantage must be taken of opportunities for economy travel and accommodation.
The organising and running of local seminars or workshops.
The salary of a Network Facilitator of up to £25,000 per annum (including National Insurance and pension), pro-rated for a post which is less than full-time. The Facilitator may not be the Principal Investigator, nor may they be registered for a PhD, but must be based in the lead UK university. The Facilitator may, in addition to their main duties, which will be predominantly of an administrative nature, contribute to the research activities of the Network, if appropriate. No further salary costs are permitted.
The Trust recognises the variation in costs of living in different countries, and asks applicants to pay close attention to real local costs. However, under no circumstances will subsistence costs in excess of £2,500 per month per person be paid by the Trust.
Application procedure
International Networks are assessed via a two-stage process. In the first stage, applicants should complete an Outline Application form, accessed via the Trust’s website.
Please note that from midday on 15 March 2012 institutional approval will be required as part of the Outline Application process for Research Project Grants, International Networks, and Artists in Residence.
Before submitting the Outline form to the Trust, applicants are advised to read the Frequently Asked
Questions section on pages 18-19 of this booklet, paying particular attention to the construction of the budgetary aspects of the application, and they are also advised to consult with their institution’s finance office. Outline Applications can be submitted at any time and their assessment is normally completed within three months.
Details of the procedure for the second stage, namely preparation of a Detailed Application will be sent to those whose Outline Application has been approved.
for more information visit http://www.leverhulme.ac.uk/funding/IN/app_procedure.cfm