UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA

RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

NEW APPLICATION FOR 2017 FUNDING

Department of Research and Innovation Support

Contact person:

Abigail Siwele 012 420 4492

/ Faculty of Health Science Research
Contact Person:
Natasha Jeftha 012 319 2378

NB: All applications must be typed and submitted electronically in MS Word to for the approval and ranking by the Dean. Only the signature page can be scanned.

Applicant: (title, initials & surname)*

Department
Title of the research project
Keywords associated with project
Period of support requested

1. Problem identification / key research question of the project

Address the following:
  • What is the problem that has been identified and/or the main line of enquiry, as well as causalities that will be addressed by this proposal?
  • What are the research questions being addressed by this proposal and why are they important?
  • The extent to which the research will make a contribution to innovation and the establishment or application of knowledge in the discipline(s)
  • A brief summary of the state of the art based on the literature.

2. Research Aims and objectives of the project

Indicate for the full term of the project. . In addition please ensure that detailed aims for 2017 are clearly stated.

3. Research Methodologies for the project

Provide information on the conceptual framework and theoretical assumptions as well as the methodologies that will be used in the research design. Focus on the appropriateness of the research methodologies to the aims of the project (as described in item 2).

4. Management of the research workplan

Provide information on the proposed activities, participants, responsibilities, milestones, deadlines and scheduling for the project. Focus on the work-plan for the year 2017 but also include the master-plan for the research intended for the full term of the project.
5. Projected budget and justification (With reference to the research work plan – item 4 above)
Indicate the budget for the year 2017, with reference to the research work-plan. If the amount exceeds the maximum amount for an RDP grant, indicate how funds from other sources will be used for the project and which aspects of the project will be covered by the Research Development Programme fund contribution.
EXPENDITURE ITEM / YEAR 1 / YEAR 2 / YEAR3
TOTAL
6. Prospect of outcome/outputs of project as well as benefits in terms of career development for the grant-holder
Provide information on envisaged outcomes with reference to the full term of the project (e.g. research articles, conference contributions, incorporation with research networks, students etc). Also specify envisaged outputs for 2017.
7. What are your plans to obtain an NRF rating (if you do not already have one (established researchers))? Information on NRF ratings are available at
8. Research mentor & Co-operation with an established research group and networks
Provide information on the mentoring and collaboration with reference to item 3 of the Guideline document. Include a mentorship plan.
Declaration by the Applicant:
I certify that the information in this form as well as the attached CV is correct and that, should I receive a grant from the Research Development Programme, I will adhere to the conditions stipulated in the guidelines.

Signature

date
Recommendation by the research mentor:
a) Did the applicant submit a mentorship plan?
b) Provide an evaluation the scientific merit and feasibility of the project/proposal: / Yes/No
c) Comment on the value of the project to the advancement and establishment of the research career of the applicant:
Name / Signature
Department / Date
Recommendation by the Head of Department w.r.t.:
a) Comment on the scientific merit and feasibility of the project/proposal:
b) Comment on the value of the project to the advancement and establishment of the research career of the applicant
c) Availability of infrastructure, time and other resources needed by the applicant to successfully execute the project:
Name / Signature
Department / Date
Recommendation by the Dean
Signature
Date

*Please note that Faculty Recommendation/ Ranking of applications should be done via the Dean’s Office (please enquire about the Faculty deadlines)

Annexure 1

UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA

RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

FORMAT FOR SUBMISSION OF CV

DATE OF SUBMISSION:

1. BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH

1.1 GENERAL INFORMATION

Surname

/ Maiden name (if appl)
First names
Title /

Gender

/ Citizenship
ID no /

Date of birth

Race /

UP Personnel no

Date of appointment / Appointment status (e.g Fulltime Permanent)
Position at UP
Organisation / University of Pretoria
Faculty /

Department

E-mail address

Physical Address at UP (for delivery purposes)
Telephone number /

Fax number

1.2 ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINED (List all)

Degree/
Diploma / Field of study / HE Institution / Year
obtained /

Distinctions

1.3 WORK / RESEARCH EXPERIENCE TO DATE

Name of employer / Capacity and/or type of work / Period

2. RESEARCH OUTPUT

2.1 Publications in peer-reviewed / refereed journals

2.2 Publications in peer-reviewed / refereed journals (submitted)

2.3 Books and/or chapters in books

2.4 Published full-length conference papers / keynote addresses

2.5 Non-refereed scientific publications or popular scientific articles

2.6 Technical/policy reports

2.7 Patents

3. OTHER SCHOLARLY, RESEARCH-BASED CONTRIBUTIONS

3.1 Participation in conferences, workshops and short courses - specify type of contribution

3.2 Teamwork and collaboration with others

3.3 Membership in national and international bodies

List all the scientific associations or societies to which you belong. Specify your involvement.

3.4 Visits to universities or research institutes as researcher

4. ANY ADDITIONAL RELEVANT INFORMATION

………………………………………….

Signature

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* Attach CV in format of Annexure 1Update 17 January 2017