Funding for Research
Funding is available for Cochrane reviews and related health research from the Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation (NSHRF) and from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). Some additional funding may also be available from The Cochrane Collaboration.
Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation – Master level Scotia Scholar Award
Value: $10,000/annum
Duration: 1 year (non-renewable)
Maximum award: $10,000
Deadline: The university sets an internal deadline then forwards evaluated applications to us by April 30, 2013
Results Announced: May 31, 2013
The Scotia Scholar Award can be held only once at each level. Applicants approved for a Master level Scotia Scholar Awards must begin to draw their scholarship funding in accordance with the terms of the awards agreement not later than September 30, 2013.
Read all eligibility requirements and application details here: http://www.nshrf.ca/programs-services/programs/research-programs/research-trainee-funding/scotia-scholarships/master
Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation – Knowledge Sharing Support Award
NSHRF recognizes that opportunities arise to share health research knowledge in new and innovative ways. The Knowledge Sharing Support Award (KSSA) is designed to support further dissemination activities that benefit knowledge users and/or decision makers within the health system.
Nursing Research Fund
Nursing Research Fund The Nursing Research Fund was established in 1979 to support research in nursing practice, management and education; enhance the distribution and discussion of research findings; advance opportunities for the debate of significant issues in nursing and further excellence in nursing practice, education and research. The fund also covers consultation on proposal preparation and statistical advice. Dalhousie nursing faculty, registered nurses practicing in Nova Scotia or pursuing research as a graduate student are eligible for these grants. Awards range from $1500 to $5000.
Operating Grants are awarded to conduct a study or a pilot study. Funding would be for all direct costs, such as equipment, photocopying, secretarial services and statistical consultation. An operating grant is held for one or two years, although a two-year applicant must submit a progress report to the Scientific Officer nine months after the first grant is received.
Development Grants are awarded for the development of an innovative idea into a feasible research proposal. The applicant must explain the innovative nature of the proposed work, describe and give rational for the resources they require. A Developmental Grant is held for one year.
Research Dissemination Grants are awarded to Dalhousie University graduate students and faculty presenting at researched-based professional development sessions.
Proposals for Operating and Development Grants are evaluated on three criteria: (1) relevance and significance to the purpose of the fund, (2) scientific merit, and (3) academic or professional preparation of the applicant. Applications are evaluated subject to ethical review from the appropriate agencies.
Submission deadlines are October 1, February 1 and June 1 each year. Applications are received through the Web page or available from:
The Secretary to the Nursing Research Fund
School of Nursing
Dalhousie University
5869 University Avenue
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3H 3J5
Telephone: (902) 494-2535
Fax: (902) 494-3487
Dalhousie University School of Nursing is a Partner in the Nursing Care Partnership Program of the Canadian Nurses Foundation (CNF). CNF is a national non-profit charitable organization that is committed to promoting quality health care for Canadians by fostering excellence in nursing.
In January 2003, the Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF) granted CNF a five year renewable award of $2.5 million for administration of the Nursing Care Partnership program. Over the four years, CNF has committed $1.8 million to approved nursing care research projects and leveraged close to the $3.8 million, for a total investment of $5.7 million.
Successful applicants of the Nursing Research Fund in the School of Nursing are eligible to apply to the CNF Nursing Care Partnership program for 1/3 co-funding for projects that are approved by the Nursing Research Fund and CNF. The CNF deadlines for submission are March 1, June 1, and August 15. For instructions and an application form, please see http://www.canadiannursesfoundation.com.
