Introduction
This page contains external and internal resources to help Lakehead University faculty members as they develop applications for funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Information will be continuously added to the page as it is developed.
A. Useful NSERC Discovery Grant External Resources
- Selecting the Appropriate Federal Granting Agency
- Memo to Potential Applicants – Important Notice From NSERC – Notification of Intent to Apply (NOI)
- Discovery Grants Program description
- Discovery Grants Information Centre
- Specific Research Portal/CCV Resources
- Frequently Asked Questions - Canadian Common CV: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ResearchPortal-PortailDeRecherche/FAQ-FAQ/C...
- Frequently Asked Questions - NSERC Research Portal: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ResearchPortal-PortailDeRecherche/FAQ-FAQ/R...
- Canadian Common CV and other Instructions: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/ResearchPortal-PortailDeRecherche/Instructi...
- Discovery Grants – Applicant Categories
- NSERC Peer Review Manuals
- List of Evaluation Groups and Research Topics
- FAQ on the Evaluation of the HQP Criterion
- Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications
- Relationship Between NSERC Proposals and Other Sources of Funds
Research Tools and Instruments
- Research Tools and Instruments Grants Peer Review Manual
- Use of Discovery Grant Funds for Research Instruments and Equipment
NSERC Videos and Other Useful Guides/Resources
- Submitting an NSERC individual Discovery Grant application through the Research Portal
- NSERC Resource Videos (Tips on applying for an NSERC Discovery Grant; Demystifying the review process for Discovery Grants, etc.)
B. Upcoming NSERC Discovery Grant Information Sessions / Webinars
Upcoming NSERC Webinars for Applicants.
C. What About Open Access?
- Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications
- Open Access: Lakehead University Open Access Resources Page
D. Internal Resources for Faculty Members
1. Lakehead University NSERC Mentors List
The 2022-2023 mentor list of NSERC-eligible faculty members who have agreed to make themselves available to faculty members who are applying to NSERC and would like feedback on their grant proposals has been added to the ORS website.
We thank all those individuals who have allowed their names to be included on the list.
If you require assistance in finding a mentor, please contact Lexi Haslehurst, NSERC Research Facilitator (nserc.research@lakeheadu.ca).
2. Grant Writing Resources
For grant writers, grant writing tips, etc., please click here.
3. Samples of Successful Discovery Grant Applications
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