Application Form: Research Grants on Urban Climate Resilience

Applications are now open!

Deadline: November 12, 2024 (23:59 UTC)

Please use the form below to submit your application for the GDPC Small Research Grants Program. Ensure you review the program’s terms and eligibility requirements carefully before submission. Complete all applicable fields and submit supporting documentation for your application to be considered complete and eligible for review.

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1. Applicant Information

Name*

Please submit your FULL NAME.

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Email*

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Nationality*

Country

Current Country of Residence:*

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ORCID Number

(if applicable)

2. Professional Affiliation

Please share your professional affiliation. If one of the options is non applicable. Write N/A in the field.

Current Institution/University*

Department*

Current Position or Level of Study*

Enter your current role at the university you are affiliated with.

Your position

If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please specify about your current role or position at the institution you are affiliated with.

Supervisor information

Please enter your supervisor information. This section is mandatory for student applicants (Master's and PhD) and student research teams:

Name*

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Title

Professional Affiliation

Supervisor's Email*

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Letter of support from a faculty supervisor*

Please provide a letter of support from a faculty supervisor, outlining their experience and expertise as a supervisor, as well as their commitment to guiding and overseeing the research process for the student team.

Max. file size: 10 MB.

3. Project Summary

Research Topic*

Select one topic your research project will address. If you choose more than one, please briefly explain below how your research will cover multiple areas. Ensure that your research questions and abstract clearly align with the selected topic.

Topic 1.1 Community-driven innovations for adaptation. What are the success factors for community-led innovative strategies and solutions for climate adaptation in urban areas, including technology-enabled solutions.

Topic 1.2: Participatory urban planning. How do participatory approaches in urban planning contribute to climate resilience, and what evidence demonstrates their effectiveness and best practices.

Topic 2.1: Socio-economic pathways to resilience. Effectiveness and success factors for different types of socio-economic incentives and 'boosts' to climate resilience of individuals, households, and small businesses, particularly in the informal sector in cities.

Topic 2.2: Urban climate governance. What is the role of cities in climate governance, and what are the strategies and institutional frameworks that support and/or hinder effective and equitable climate action in different urban contexts

Topic 3.1: Climate-Resilient Urban Ecosystem. What constitutes a climate-resilient urban ecosystem, its key features and components, how it functions, and how it can be cultivated or restored in different urban contexts.

Topic 3.2: Community-based approaches to Nature-Based Climate Solutions. Assessing effectiveness and strategies for implementing and scaling impactful nature-based solutions at the local level in urban areas.

If you selected two or more research topics, please explain how your research addresses each of them

Applicable only if you selected two or more topics in the previous question. Skip this section if you selected one topic.

Project Title*

Enter the title of your proposed research project.

Abstract*

Provide a clear and concise overview that effectively captures the essence of your project. (max 300 words)

Core Research Question(s):*

Clearly outline the main research question(s) your project aims to address.

Country of Research*

Specify the country where the research will be conducted.

Country

Research Location:*

Identify the specific geographic area or community that will be the focus of your research.

Keywords (up to 5):*

Provide up to five keywords, separated by commas, that best describe your research project.

4. Project Description

The project description should provide detailed information about your project and its scope, including the research background and rationale, objectives, methodology, scientific merit, broader impact, and ethical considerations. Please use the provided Project Description template (Microsoft Word format or Google Docs) and limit the submission to a maximum of 5 pages. The reference list and project timeline do NOT count toward the page limit.

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Max. file size: 100 MB.

5. Budget

Please provide a budget proposal for your research project in US Dollar, including a breakdown of expenses. For exchange rate information please see Oanda Currency Converter.

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Max. file size: 30 MB.

Budget Justification (max 500 words):

Provide a narrative that explains the costs in a budget proposal and how they relate to the project

6. Research Team Infromation

Team Members' Information

Please provide list of team members, including their name, position and affiliated institution

Expertise and Qualifications

Explain the team’s relevant experience, expertise, and capacity to successfully undertake this project. Highlight any pertinent past projects or publications.

CV of Key Team Members

Please upload a CV for yourself and any key team members.

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Max. file size: 100 MB.

Partnerships and Collaborations (if applicable)

If you partner with other institutions or organizations for this project, please list all involved entities.

Partner Institution Letter of Support

Upload letter(s) of support from relevant partner institution(s), indicating their commitment to collaborate and their role in the project.

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Max. file size: 100 MB.

7. Additional Information