IRCHSS RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE - NOW CLOSED

The Irish Research Council for Humanities and Social Sciences has launched the RDI with 3 strands.


Strand 5: Targeted Cofund Initiatives
This strand is intended to support small to medium research projects in areas of investigation which would be of interest to a company (MNC, indigenous, SME) or organisation (cultural or voluntary). The Maximum IRCHSS contribution will be €50,000.

Strand 6: FP7 Seed Fund
Strand 6 will provide funding for initiatives from researchers and research groups that will result in the submission of competitive proposals either as a co-ordinator or partner. Grants of up to €4,000 or €8,000, are offered.

Strand 7: Department of Foreign Affairs Projects in Conflict Resolution
The Conflict Resolution Unit of the Department of Foreign Affairs will support projects of up to €100,000 in conflict resolution, with particular emphasis on the specified themes.

Terms & Conditions, FAQ's Scheme Guidance
Terms and Conditions FAQ'sEligible Institutions
Strand 5
Application Form Budget Spreadsheet Cofund Partner Endorsement
Strand 6
Application Form Budget Spreadsheet
Strand 7
Application Form Budget SpreadsheetResearch Themes

Please note that potential applicants and authorised signatories of applications are asked to carefully read and adhere to the terms and conditions. Applications which do not adhere to the terms and conditions will be deemed ineligible.

IRCHSS hosted an RDI Information Session 2009 (Presentations available to download here)

Queries that are not addressed on the FAQs list may be sent to projects@irchss.ie. The question and answer will then be posted on the website at the link above. The IRCHSS will not enter into individual correspondence.