College of Medicine and Health
Issue Date: 12th February 2024
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This Research and Innovation weekly publication began in August 2023 and contains details on Funding Calls, Award Deadlines, upcoming Training and Events, Research Resources and Opportunities. It is a supplementary resource to the College of Medicine and Health Research Funding SharePoint.
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Funding Calls
European Partnership for Personalised Medicine EP PerMed Joint Transnational Call ‘Identification or Validation of Targets for Personalised Medicine Approaches (PMTargets)’ Eligibility Checklist
Call Text
Applicant Guidelines
Partnering Tool
Preproposal Form
To ensure institutional endorsement of your application and to verify eligibility, notify UCC Research of your intent to apply euresearch@ucc.ie Internal Deadlines Budget Review / Approval to euresearch@ucc.ie: 1PM, 27th February Submission to HRB Portal for UCC Endorsement: 1PM, 4th March
Call Deadlines Pre-proposal Deadline: 5PM CET, 5th March 2024 Notification of Pre-Proposal Results: 20th May 2024 TBC Invite to Full Proposal Stage: 20th May 2024 TBC Full Proposal Deadline: 5PM CEST, 20th June 2024 Rebuttal Stage: Mid/End August 2024 Notification of Funding Decisions: October 2024 Project Start Date: End of 2024 / Start of 2025 Enquiries eujointprogrammes@hrb.ie l +353 1 234 5000 (Siobhán Hackett, HRB) eu-Cofund@sfi.ie (Maria Nash, SFI) Research & Innovation
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JPI Antimicrobial Resistance JTC2024 ’Interventions Moving forward to Promote ACTion to counteract the emergence and spread of bacterial and fungal resistance and to improve treatments (AMR Interventions)’
Applicants for HRB funding must focus primarily on Human Health as part of this call.
Call Details
To ensure institutional endorsement of your application and to verify eligibility, notify UCC Research of your intent to apply euresearch@ucc.ie
Internal Deadlines Budget Review / Approval to euresearch@ucc.ie: 1PM, 7th March Submission to HRB Portal for UCC Endorsement: 1PM, 13th March
Closing Date: 14th March 2024
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Funding Calls Wellcome Discovery Research Funding
Early Career Awards
Call Opens: 16th February 2024 Deadline: 5PM GMT, 21st May 2024
Sample Application Form
Prefunding Process Map
Career Development Awards
Call Opens: 12th April 2024 Deadline: 5PM BST, 25th July 2024
Sample Application Form
Awardee Story
Discovery Awards
Call Opens: 17th April 2024 Deadline: 5PM BST, 30th July 2024
Sample Application Form
Established Researchers Webinar
Useful Links Research Culture
Grant Writing Tips
Research Environment
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Funding Remit
Researcher Stories
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Funding Calls
SFI – IRC Pathway Programme 2024 Aimed at talented Postdoctoral Researchers across all research disciplines, this joint funding programme is focused on supporting researchers, who have held a PhD for at least 2 years, to establish themselves as independent investigators. UCC Research Contacts STEM Stream: pathwaySTEM@ucc.ie AHSS Stream: pathwayAHSS@ucc.ie SFI Contact pathway@sfi.ie Deadline for Notification of UCC Candidates to SFI: 1PM, 20th February 2024 Draft Full Proposals to Research Office for Review: 1PM, 25th March 2024 Full Proposal Deadline via SESAME: 1PM, 10th April 2024 Candidates nominated for Full Proposal will be assigned a SESAME account Information Webinar
Call Document
FAQ’s
Review Process
SFI Frontiers for the Future Programme Awards Stream Application Form: Available on SESAME Projects Stream Application Form: Available on SESAME early 2024 Awards Stream - Rolling Call: Accepting Applications until further notice Projects Stream Notify Research Office of Intention to submit proposal: 15th March 2024 Internal Deadline for Review of Draft Proposal / Budget: 10th April 2024 Submission Deadline via SESAME platform: 1PM, 25th April 2024
Call Document
SFI Impact Webinar
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Funding Calls
European Commission MCSA Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – Staff Exchanges Deadline: 28th February 2024 Notification of Call Results: June/July 2024 TBC
European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant Scheme 2024 Call Opens: 29th May 2024 Deadline: 28th August 2024 Funding available from Enterprise Ireland (up to €16,000) to facilitate preparation and submission of a competitive ERC proposal. Deadline for applications by Enterprise Ireland: 29th February 2024 To discuss potential proposals at UCC Research - niamh.mundow@ucc.ie Step by Step to ERC Application Process
Writing Part 1 of Proposal
Writing Part 2 of Proposal
SFI Research Centres Programme Full Proposal via SESAME platform: 1PM IST, 25th September 2024
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Funding Calls Graduate Studies - Employment-Based PhD Call Deadline has passed Call Outcome: Mid-February 2024 Scholarship Commencement: April / July 2024
American Society of Clinical Oncology Foundation (ASCO) Conquer Cancer Grants and Awards
Funding Opportunities
Young Investigator Award (YIA) - Diversity and Inclusion in Breast Cancer Research Deadline: 11.59PM ET, 14th March 2024 Career Development Award - Diversity and Inclusion in Breast Cancer Research Deadline: 11.59PM ET, 14th March 2024
Grant Writing Tips, FAQ's, Webinars, Sample Applications and Resources available HERE
ISIDORe Open Calls Deadline: Open while funding remains available Respiratory Pathogens Vector-Borne Pathogens and their Vectors Other Pathogens with Epidemic Potential
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Funding Calls
Innovative Health Initiative Call 6 Two-stage call with topics on treatment persistency and the use of real-world data / evidence. Call 7 single-stage call with topics on heart disease, the healthcare workforce, and biomarkers.
Applicant Guide
Key Docs & Links
FAQ’s
Recordings of past information sessions IHI Calls 6 and 7 are available HERE under ‘Agenda, Presentations and Recordings’
Applied Partnership Awards (APA) 2024 Expression of Interest: email to hrbapplications@ucc.ie 1PM, 13 March 2024 Budget Review/Approval: email hrbapplications@ucc.ie 1PM, 2nd April 2024 Submission to HRB GEMS Portal for UCC Endorsement: 1PM, 9th April 2024 HRB Deadline: 1PM, 10th April 2024 This call includes strong emphasis on Public and Patient Involvement (PPI), see page 14 of Guidance Notes. FAQ’s
One-to-one PPI Support Facilitator: Dr. Emmy Racine, PPI Ignite Network @ UCC Programme Manager Date: 27th February 2024 Book Appointment Slot Research & Innovation
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Cancer Research @ UCC Seminar Series
‘The Impact of Psychological Distress Among Cancer Patients' Dr. M Fahmi Ismail, Cork University Hospital ‘Palliative Care: Clinical Research and Advances in 2024' Dr. Aoife Lowney, Marymount Hospital
Time and Date: 1PM, 12th February 2024
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The event will be chaired by Dr. Eugene Cassidy and is open to everyone interested. Accredited for CPD through the Royal College of Physicians in Ireland (RCPI) and accepted by all Irish Postgraduate Training Bodies.
UKRIO Webinar - Social Media and Ethics Time and Date: 10AM – 11AM GMT, 21st February 2024 Guest Speaker: Dr Nicolas Gold, Associate Professor in Computer Science, University College London
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Events UCC Grand Rounds @ Cork University Hospital The Final Frontier - Navigating End-of-Life Care in CUH Presented by: Professor Seamus O’Reilly, Consultant Medical Oncologist Dr. Mary Jane O’Leary, Consultant in Palliative Medicine Andrea Moriarty, Quality and Patient Safety Lead Philip Comyn, Cork City Coroner Máiréad Lyons, End-of-Life Care Coordinator Time and Date: 1PM – 1.30PM, 21st February, 2024 Venue: CUH Main Auditorium
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Policy Forum for Ireland Next Steps for Cancer Services in Ireland Professor Juliette Hussey, Professor in Physiotherapy, Trinity College Dublin, Professor Mark Lawler, Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor of Digital Health and Chair in Translational Cancer Genomics, Queen’s University Belfast. Averil Power, Chief Executive, Irish Cancer Society and Damien Bennett, Northern Ireland Cancer Registry Richard Flaherty, Cancer Care West Dr. Thomas Hofmarcher, The Swedish Institute for Health Economics Professor Michael Kerin, University of Galway, Saolta University Health Care Group Eileen Nolan, National Cancer Control Programme
Time and Date: 9AM - 1PM, 7th March 2024 Register
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Events HR Excellence in Research Researcher Online Orientation Online welcome session to all UCC’s new Research Staff facilitated by the HR Research Team. This session introduces how HR Research supports staff, the HR Research team, policies and practice, and Professional Training and Development opportunities available in UCC. Representatives from the Office of the Vice President for Research & Innovation and Innovation UCC will also be online to provide information and answer questions.
Join
Time and Date: 2PM – 3PM, 29th February 2024
European Health Week 2024 13th to 17th of May Details
School of Public Health are planning a series of events as part of this annual initiative which commenced in 2019 targeting awareness growth around Public Health and encouraging collaboration among the community in Europe.
The team are happy to link in or synchronise with others in the College of Medicine and Health who may be organising activities. If interested, please contact Dr. Monica O'Mullane m.omullane@ucc.ie
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Events Online Webinar: Personnel Cost Calculation Horizon Europe A one-hour webinar with a preview into daily personnel cost calculation in Horizon Europe. Webinar facilitated by: EMDESK in collaboration with Europa Media Training experts in EU Research and Innovation Projects. EMDESK is an all-in-one central Project and Finance Management solution, providing free webinars and information. Time and Date: 11:00 – 12:00 CET, Tuesday 13th February Register
Raising Awareness of Child Trafficking and Exploring Potential Research Collaborations Hosted by: ISS21 Poverties, Social Justice, & Inequalities Cluster and the Inclusion Health Research Group (IHRG) Speaker: Mr J.P. O’Sullivan, Network and Communications Manager, MECPATHS Time and Date: 11AM – 12NOON, 21st February Venue: Room G14, Western Gateway Building Further details contact Dr. Angela Flynn, Convenor of ISS21 Poverties, Social Justice, and Inequalities Cluster at angela.flynn@ucc.ie
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UCC Research – ERC Tuesdays
Series of in person Tuesday afternoon talks, with guest speakers from European Research Council evaluation panels and funded researchers. An opportunity for candidates to learn about projects being awarded and participate in Q & A sessions. #
Time & Date
Speaker
Topic
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2PM, 20th February
Dr. Patrick Lansley, National Contact Point
Overview of ERC, discussion on panels that evaluate proposals and importance of identifying the best fit and Proof of Concept grant.
ERC Advanced Panel Chair Professor Anita Maguire
Will provide insight as a panel member and outline Advanced Candidate profile.
Niamh Mundow and Kevin Goggin
Details on supports available.
Professor John Cryan, ERC Starting Grant Evaluation Panel Member
All speakers will discuss their experience and perspectives on what successful proposals look like. Professor Favell will also discuss his non-standard inclusion of various partners on his own grant.
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1PM, 27th February
Professor, Adrian Favell, ERC Advanced Grant award winner and ERC Consolidator Grant evaluation panel member
Professor Alan Kelly 3
2PM, 5th March
Professor Paul Ross, Advanced Grant recipient Professor Maria McNamara, Starting Grant and Consolidator Grant recipient
All three successful researchers applied to ERC more than once and will discuss their projects, their experience and provide advice to candidates, on Stage 1 and Stage 2 (the interview).
Dr Dónal Hassett, Starting Grant recipient Register interest in attending with niamh.mundow@ucc.ie Due to capacity limitations, preference will be given to those submitting in the next 12 months Research & Innovation
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Training HRB-TMRN Independent Data Monitoring Committee Course
3 Day Online Programme hosted by HRB - TMRN in collaboration with the Irish Critical Care Network and The Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology, UCL Time and Dates: 10AM – 1PM, 19th, 20th and 21st February 2024 Apply
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Training
Research Essentials
Introductory Searching Techniques for Systematic Reviews (Online) Time and Date: 11AM – 12.30PM, 14th February 2024
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Advanced Searching Techniques for Systematic Reviews Time and Date: 10AM – 12.30PM, 20th February 2024
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Introductory Searching Techniques for Systematic Reviews (Brookfield BHSC, Room 2.25) Time and Date: 11AM – 12.30PM, 28th February 2024
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An Introduction to Metadata for Researchers Time and Date: 10AM – 11.30AM, 28th February 2024
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Designing Academic Posters Time and Date: 10AM – 11.30AM, 13th March 2024
Register
Podcasting / Audio Editing for Researchers Time and Date: 10AM – 11.30AM, 14th March 2024
Register
Session enquiries to: researchdata@ucc.ie
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Training Epigeum Research Integrity Online Training - Epigeum Online Courses Supervisors and Mentors should ensure new Research Postgraduates and Postdoctoral Postdoctoral Researchers undertake the necessary training
Post Doc Development Hub - Online Training Series 2024 Topic: Career Planning for You Time and Date: 12NOON – 1PM, 16th February 2024
Introduction to Publication Ethics – Committee On Publication Ethics Time and Date: 12NOON – 1.30PM, 26th February 2024
College of Medicine and Health Graduate Studies
Policies and Procedures
Postgraduate Supports
Roadmap Infographics PhD
MD
MSc
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Resources
HRB Clinical Research Facility UCC The HRB CRF-UCC provides the dedicated infrastructure and experienced research staff working to the required international quality standards that are critical for the successful conduct of regulated and other forms of complex patient-focused research.
Contact Erin Crowley, Academic Study Co-ordinator at academic-cordinator@ucc.ie for information on supports that the CRF can provide for grant applications or study.
Clinical Research Facility CRF UCC Weekly Newsletter
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Resources College of Medicine and Health - Research Funding Resource Funding Opportunities, Grant Supports, Latest Funding and Policy Information, Clinical Studies Information and Support, College of Medicine and Health Funding News UCC Access Only via link or QR Code
Research Funding Resource SharePoint Link
Inclusion Health Research Group (IHRG) An inter-disciplinary group within the College of Medicine & Health of academics, researchers and practitioners committed to establishing more equitable and inclusive health care provision. Members are welcome from any discipline with an interest in this area. Enquiries to IHRG Co-Convenors: Dr. Angela Flynn Angela.Flynn@ucc.ie Mary Cronin mary.cronin@ucc.ie
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Resources Cancer Research @UCC SharePoint resource provides access to information about facilities, research supports, communications assets and the latest news from Cancer Research @ UCC and the UCC Clinical Trials Group. UCC Access Only via link or QR Code Cancer Research @UCC SharePoint Resource
HRCI Position Paper 2024 HRCI Strategy 2024 - 2027
(AI)2ed Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity Research Project
Toolkit for the Ethical Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Learning & Teaching
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Resources Digital Scholarship Studio at Boole Library
Equipment Loans
Specialist Peripherals
3D Scanning Library Studio Video Recording Studio
VR Digital Environment Lounge 3D Printing
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UKRIO Research Integrity Office New Resources AI Challenge
Mental Health and Well-being
Managing Research Misconduct Investigations
Widening Participation
Misconduct in Research Procedure
Research Culture Initiatives in the UK
• Recommended Checklist for Researchers
• Responsibilities of a Research Assistant/Technician in improving research culture • Culture Change of the Research Excellence Framework REF 2028 • Correcting the scholarly record, and dispelling myths around corrections • Research Misconduct Reporting Checklist • Advice to unhappy complainants in research misconduct investigations • Webinar Link - How Openness Facilitates Collaboration
Subscribers can access the UKRIO portal which includes new resources and functions for networking
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Resources State Indemnity Guidance SIG 10: Indemnity and Insurance Arrangements for Clinical Trials Health Research Between DSA Healthcare Enterprises and Academic Institutions
ecrin - EU-X-CT Initiative Mapping Exercises
EU Cross-border Clinical Trials Multistakeholder Initiative Survey 1
aims to map all regulatory frameworks or legal guidance about crossborder access to clinical trials that already exist in Europe Survey 2
aims to map all the different paying schemes for cross-border access to clinical trials that already exist in Europe
Survey 3
aims to gather information from Investigators and Sponsors/Clinical Operations Experts who have already participated or engaged in cross-border trials
HRB Researchfish – Outcomes and Tracking Platform The Health Research Board (HRB) will employ Researchfish to record outcomes, impact and output for HRB funded projects. The platform will enable Principal Investigators (PI’s) to carry out outcome reports and connect their portfolio of projects.
FAQ's
User Guide for Researchers
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Opportunities Would you like to host a Postgraduate student from the MSc Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Programme for their 4-month Computer-Based Research Project this summer?
No supervisory bioinformatics expertise required. Most of the students have life science background and should all be trained and self-sufficient enough to learn and apply standard bioinformatics methods. Any combination of Life Science and Data Analysis is welcome. This is an excellent opportunity to test candidate PhD students / R A’ s and to generate preliminary data for grant applications. Deadline for Descriptive Abstract to M.Claesson@ucc.ie indicating whether physical lab attendance during the summer is required: 1st March 2024 Project allocation will take place later that month and will be based on the students’ preferences and Semester 1 marks. The current class is the largest so far, thus the chance of getting a student is high. Start Date: Late May/early June 2024 Minor Thesis Submission Deadline: 1st October 2024
Should you have questions on suitable topics and enquiries contact Marcus J. Claesson, PhD Associate Professor in Bioinformatics, School of Microbiology and APC Microbiome Ireland M.Claesson@ucc.ie
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Catalogue of Grant Awardees 2023
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