The goal of the New Frontiers in Research Fund Exploration Stream is to inspire high-risk, high-reward and interdisciplinary research.

Exploration grants support research that pushes boundaries into exciting new areas. Researchers are encouraged to think “outside of the box,” undertake research that would defy current paradigms, and bring disciplines together in unexpected ways and from bold, innovative perspectives. With the Exploration stream, there is recognition that innovation often carries risk; proposals for high-risk research projects that have the potential to deliver game-changing impacts are strongly encouraged.

Exploration stream grants support projects that:

• bring disciplines together beyond traditional disciplinary or common interdisciplinary approaches;
• propose to explore something new, which might fail; and
• have the potential for significant impact.

Please join us for a panel discussion with the NFRF-E awardees who will share successful practices drawing from their experiences with this competition.

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The Vice-Principal Research portfolio invites the Queen's research community to a virtual five-part Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) - Discovery Grants (DG) summer information series on Wednesday, July 10, 10-11:30 am and all Wednesdays of August from 10-11 am (including 15-min Q&A).

During these five sessions, Queen's NSE Grants Research Projects Advisors Adam Jeziorski, Bei Cai and Merline Fonkwe will introduce researchers to best practices for NSERC's Discovery Grants (DG) applications and guide you through key application components using examples from successful applications. The fourth session, highlighting Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization (EDII), will be presented by Aleksandra Bergier, Research Advisor on EDII, VPR Portfolio.

Participants may attend an individual session or all five (a different registration is required for each session).

Session 1: Notification of Intent Boot Camp

Wednesday, July 10, 10 - 11:30 am

This boot camp is intended for early career researchers, first-time applicants and any other researcher interested in re-familiarizing themselves with the NSERC Discovery Grant (DG) application process. We will provide an overview of the DG program and the application timeline. We will also walk you through the steps needed to fill out the Notification of Intent (NOI) and the Canadian Common CV (CCV).

 Queen's NetID is required to view session materials:

 Watch session 1 recording

View session 1 presentation slide deck (PDF 1.21 MB)

Session 2: Budget, Relationship to Other Funding, Summary and Sample Papers

Wednesday, August 7, 10 - 11 am

This session will cover all the required components of an NSERC Discovery Grant (DG) application. We will discuss DG budget requirements, Relationship to Other Research Support, Summary of the Proposal and Samples of Research Contributions.

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Session 3: Proposal

Wednesday, August 14, 10 - 11 am

This information session will focus on the proposal attachment required for an NSERC Discovery Grant (DG) application. We will discuss in detail all the important sections in your proposal including Recent Progress, Objectives, Literature Review, Methodology and Impact.

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Session 4: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Indigenization (EDII)

Wednesday, August 21, 10 - 11 am

This information session will be presented by Aleksandra Bergier, the Research Advisor on EDII in the Vice-Principal Research Portfolio. There are four sections of an NSERC Discovery Grant (DG) application where EDII considerations are relevant: Most Significant Contributions to Research, Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP) Training Plan, Past Contributions to the Training of HQP and the Proposal. Aleks will provide expert advice on how to address the EDII requirements in each of these sections.

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Session 5: Contributions to Research and Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP)

Wednesday, August 28, 10 - 11 am

Our final information session will focus on contributions to research and HQP sections of an NSERC Discovery Grant (DG) application, including Most Significant Contributions to Research, Additional Information on Contributions, HQP Training Plan and Past Contributions to the Training of HQP.

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Questions?

Please contact  Adam Jeziorski,  Bei Cai and/or  Merline Fonkwe.

Please note, these sessions will be recorded and shared at a later date on this page.

First, congratulations! Know that the Vice-Principal Research Portfolio can support your post-award journey.

This hybrid session has been planned for new SSHRC Insight or Insight Development Grant awardees. Research administrators interested in learning about the fundamental components of the post-award process are also welcome to attend.

The session will introduce key considerations for navigating the post-award administrative process. We’ll answer questions about a variety of topics that will no doubt be important to you, including:

• Where is my money?
• When do I need to have my Human Ethics approval?
• How do I transfer funds to a co-applicant on my grant?
• Who can help me manage expenditures against my grant?
• What do I do if the end of my grant is approaching and I still have funds to spend?

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Are you currently preparing an NSERC Discovery Grant application?

Are you interested in hearing directly from Queen’s researchers with experience in a Discovery Grant Evaluation Group about things like:

• How the NSERC Discovery Grant evaluation process works?
• Characteristics of a successful application?
• Common pitfalls to avoid when writing a Discovery Grant?

Please join us for a panel discussion and Q&A session with selected faculty members who will share insights from their time as Discovery Grant Evaluation Group members.

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Presented by R4R@Q in partnership with DDQIC Ignition Café

Traditionally, the core academic responsibilities in universities involve teaching, research, and service, while entrepreneurship has been overlooked. However, the current landscape of higher education, driven by innovation and public engagement, offers a distinct opportunity to integrate entrepreneurial pursuits with academic duties. This can enhance research and its impact by addressing real world challenges faced by the community. This session aims to demystify the challenges of academic entrepreneurship and inspire academics of all fields to consider how they can blend entrepreneurial endeavors into their professional journeys. 

* This is an in-person session only. Please bring your own lunch. Coffee, tea, and dessert will be provided.

RESERVE A SEAT

Each year on May 20, Clinical Trials Day commemmorates the work of research professionals dedicated to building knowledge, applying best practices, and promoting patient well-being. In 2024, the Vice-Principal Research Portfolio, in partnership with Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Kingston General Hospital Research Institute, and Providence Care, will host a series of online sessions, followed by an in-person networking event.

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NSERC's Alliance Grant program has received several updates in the past year. This in-person information session will provide an overview of these changes, the resources available at Queen's to help you prepare your Alliance application, and provide a venue for any questions you may have about the program.

The session will be presented by Research Project Advisors at the Vice-Principal Research Portfolio, and Queen's Partnerships and Innovation staff will be available to provide help in finding external partners.

Light refreshments will be provided.

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Presenters:

Merline Fonkwe
Bei Cai
Adam Jeziorski