{"id":5860,"date":"2023-08-29T09:26:01","date_gmt":"2023-08-29T01:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.gtiit.edu.cn\/ResearchIntranet\/?p=5860"},"modified":"2023-08-29T09:26:34","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T01:26:34","slug":"202308280001","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.gtiit.edu.cn\/ResearchIntranet\/2023\/08\/29\/202308280001\/","title":{"rendered":"Pilot Group Program of the Research Fund for International Senior Scientists (RFIS-III) from NSFC"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Pilot Group Program of the Research Fund for International Senior Scientists (RFIS-III) Call for Proposal FY 2023<\/strong><\/p>

The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) is pleased to launch a call for the Pilot Group Program of the RFIS-III (PGP RFIS-III) aimed at supporting international scientists with outstanding academic achievements and significant international influence to establish scientific research groups and carry out research works in the frontier areas of fundamental research in China\u2019s mainland.<\/p>

I. Program Specification<\/strong><\/p>

  1. Research Areas and Application Code<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

    The available areas to be funded by the PGP RFIS-III FY 2023 are as follows:<\/p>

    No.<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

    Available Areas to be Funded<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

    Application Code<\/strong><\/p><\/td>

    Department<\/strong><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    1<\/p><\/td>

    Frontiers in Mathematics<\/p><\/td>

    A01~A06<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (A)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    2<\/p><\/td>

    Frontiers and Applications of Physics<\/p><\/td>

    A20~A30<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    3<\/p><\/td>

    Synthesis, Creation Methods and Theoretical Basis of Substances<\/p><\/td>

    B01\\B03\\B05\\B07<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Chemical Sciences (B)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    4<\/p><\/td>

    Chemical and Chemical Engineering Basis for Efficient Energy Conversion and Resource Utilization<\/p><\/td>

    B02\\B06\\B08\\B09<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    5<\/p><\/td>

    Microbial Diversity, Classification and Phylogeny; Microbial Physiology, Biochemistry and Metabolism; Microbial Genetics and Synthesis; Interactions Between Microorganisms and Environment<\/p><\/td>

    C01<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Life Sciences (C)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    6<\/p><\/td>

    Systems Neuroscience; Structures and Functions of the Nervous System; Cognitive Neuroscience; Physiological and Medical Psychology<\/p><\/td>

    C09<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    7<\/p><\/td>

    Experimental Geoscience Related to High Temperature and High Pressure<\/p><\/td>

    D01~D07<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Earth Sciences (D)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    8<\/p><\/td>

    Earth and Planetary Science<\/p><\/td>

    D01~D07<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    9<\/p><\/td>

    Inorganic Non-metallic Materials<\/p><\/td>

    E02<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Engineering and Materials Sciences (E)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    10<\/p><\/td>

    Mechanical Design and Manufacturing<\/p><\/td>

    E05<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    11<\/p><\/td>

    Theory and Technology of 6G Wireless Communication System<\/p><\/td>

    F01<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Information Sciences (F)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    12<\/p><\/td>

    Data Construction and Governance Methods for Large-scale Pre-trained Models<\/p><\/td>

    F06<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    13<\/p><\/td>

    Information Systems and Management<\/p><\/td>

    G0112<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Management Sciences (G)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    14<\/p><\/td>

    Econometrics and Economic Statistics<\/p><\/td>

    G0301<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    15<\/p><\/td>

    Fundamental Research on Improving the Diagnosis and Treatment of Major Chronic Diseases<\/p><\/td>

    H01~H35<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Health Sciences (H)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    16<\/p><\/td>

    Pathogenesis and Intervention Strategies of Major Infectious Diseases<\/p><\/td>

    H21\\H30<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    17<\/p><\/td>

    Statistical Physics in Complex Social Systems<\/p><\/td>

    T04
    (Division Code)<\/p><\/td>

    Department of Interdisciplinary Sciences (T)<\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

    Please select one of the application codes from the above form when filling in the research proposal and then select the secondary application code (4 digits).\u00a0<\/strong>For applications to the Department of Interdisciplinary Sciences (T), please first select the division code T04, and then select at least 2 application codes from A-H in line with the research fields of your research proposal. The application codes can be referred from the \u201cNational Natural Science Fund Guide to Programs 2023<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>

    1. Project Duration<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

      Projects are expected to start on January 1, 2024 and end on December 31, 2026 with the duration of three years.<\/p>

      1. Funding Level<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

        The proposed funding level is up to 4.5 million Yuan per project (direct costs).<\/strong> Around 12 research groups are expected to be awarded under the pilot call.<\/p>

        II. Application Requirements<\/strong><\/p>

        1. Eligibility of Applicants<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

          The applicant should:<\/p>

          (1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have foreign citizenship;<\/p>

          (2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have a senior academic title;<\/p>

          (3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Have outstanding academic achievements and significant international influence;<\/p>

          (4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Make a commitment of working for no less than 9 months each year (calendar year) at the host institution during the implementation of the project;<\/p>

          (5)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Establish a research group with at least five members (including the applicant);<\/p>

          (6)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure compliance with Chinese laws and NSFC\u2019s relevant rules and regulations while conducting research in China.<\/p>

          1. Other Restrictions<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

            The applicants are required to comply with the following restrictions:<\/p>

            (1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The PI who has been awarded with Research Fund for International Scientists, Key Program, Major Program, Major Research Plan (Key Project), National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars (NSFDYS), Science Fund for Creative Research Groups, or Programs of the Fundamental Science Center from NSFC (including those awarded in 2023) are not eligible to apply for this pilot program.<\/p>

            (2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The PI of an on-going PGP RFIS-III shall not apply for any other NSFC-funded projects except for the NSFDYS.<\/p>

            (3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 For both the applicant and group participants, this pilot program does not count towards the maximum of 2 projects that an applicant with a senior academic title could apply for and run at the same time.<\/p>

            (4)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other restrictions on the eligibility of applicants in the \u201cNational Natural Science Fund Guide to Programs 2023<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>

            1. Additional Requirements for Eligibility<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

              (1) In general, all members of the research group should be based in the same host institution, unless if necessary, up to 2 cooperation institutions (i.e.<\/em>, up to 3 institutions in total) are allowable for each group;<\/p>

              (2) There is no requirement as to the nationality of group participants.<\/p>

              III.\u00a0Proposal Submission<\/strong><\/p>

              1. Submission by the Applicants<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                The application needs to be submitted online. The specific requirements are as follows:<\/p>

                (1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Before completing the online application form, all applicants should read through this guidance as well as the relevant contents of \u201cNational Natural Science Fund Guide to Programs 2023<\/em>\u201d in detail. Applications that do not meet the above mentioned requirements will be rejected.<\/p>

                (2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Application path: Log in to the NSFC\u2019s Internet-based Science Information System (https:\/\/grants.nsfc.gov.cn\/egrantweb\/), select \u201cRFIS Application\u201d, use the role of \u201cRFIS\u201d and click \u201cApplication and Acceptance\u201d – \u201cRFIS Application\u201d in the menu bar to enter the application interface. Click \u201cNew Proposal\u201d to enter the page of Application(s) in Preparation. Then select the science department of the applied project: \u201cApplication for Scientific Departments (A-H)\u201d or \u201cApplication for Department of Interdisciplinary Sciences (T)\u201d. Finally click on the \u201cThe Research Fund for International Senior Scientists (RFIS-III)\u201d to enter the application page.\u00a0The application language can be either English or Chinese<\/strong>.<\/p>

                \u00d8\u00a0 The applicant shall, in accordance with the \u201cNational Natural Science Fund Guide to Programs 2023<\/em>\u201d, the \u201cRegulation on the Financial Management of NSFC-Awarded Projects<\/em>\u201d (https:\/\/www.nsfc.gov.cn\/publish\/portal0\/tab475\/info81899.htm) and \u201cInstruction for Budget Table<\/em>\u201d, carefully prepare the budget table based on the actual needs.<\/p>

                \u00d8\u00a0 The applicant should use the template (Appendix I.\u00a0Research Proposal Outline for PGP RFIS-III_Scientific Departments (A-H)\u00a0<\/strong>or Appendix II.\u00a0Research Proposal Outline for PGP RFIS-III_Department of Interdisciplinary Sciences (T)<\/strong>) and fill in the main text of the research proposal in accordance with the instructions and requirements.<\/p>

                (3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Applicants should complete the online application form and submit the application through the NSFC\u2019s Internet-based Science Information System. No hard copies are required. After awarded, the signed and sealed page of the application form, as well as the signed and sealed group member list, should be attached to the Research Plan and submitted to NSFC together. Please ensure that the signed and sealed information should be consistent with the electronic application.<\/p>

                Attachments required:<\/strong><\/p>

                (1)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An agreement signed by the applicant and the host institution. The agreement should use the template (Appendix III. Agreement) and be signed by the applicant, the legal representative of the host institution with the official seal of the institution. (The seals of the scientific research management department and the second-level college are invalid).<\/p>

                (2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An employment contract signed between the applicant and the host institution. Applicant who has not yet signed an employment contract can submit the contact together with the research plan after funded by NSFC.<\/p>

                (3)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 If the proposed research involves issues related to scientific research ethics and scientific and technological security (such as biosecurity, information security, etc.), the applicant shall strictly follow relevant national laws, regulations and codes of ethics, and provide corresponding materials as attachment in accordance with the requirements of relevant scientific departments (a scanned copy shall be attached to the electronic application). For specific requirements, please refer to the \u201cInformation on Application\u201d and \u201cFunding Scope and Instructions\u201d in \u201cNational Natural Science Fund Guide to Programs 2023<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>

                1. Submission by the Host Institution<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                  The host institution should ensure the application complies with the provisions of NSFC\u2019s Regulations on Host Institutions Management. It should be responsible for the authenticity, completeness and compliance of the proposals and the objectiveness, policy consistency and economic rationality of the budget before submitting the application documents in time to NSFC.<\/p>

                  The host institutions are required to upload the annual \u201cLetter of Commitment for Research Integrity of Host Institution for National Natural Science Fund Projects 2023\u201d before submitting the project application. All proposals and the necessary supplementary documents should be submitted to NSFC before the deadline. Late applications will be rejected. The host institution should provide a list of all the applications when submitting the applications to the NSFC\u2019s Internet-based Science Information System . No hard copies are required.<\/p>

                  Please refer to the \u201cNotice on Application and Conclusion of National Natural Science Found Projects in 2023\u201d for the above requirements of the host institutions.<\/p>

                  1. Deadline<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>

                    The call opens from August 25, 2023 to October 7, 2023<\/strong> (closes at 16:00 Beijing time).<\/p>

                    Note: Before completing the online application form, all applicants should check that they comply with the eligibility requirements and ensure all necessary information is presented in the application. Applications that do not meet the above mentioned requirements will be rejected. Should you have any questions please reach us via the following contacts.<\/strong><\/p>

                    Contacts<\/strong><\/p>

                    Ms. Shen Wei, Ms. Zhang Tingting<\/p>

                    Phone: +86-10-62328949\/5793<\/p>

                    Fax: +86-10-62327004<\/p>

                    Email: fis@nsfc.gov.cn<\/p>

                    Information System Technical Support (Information Center): +86-10-62317474<\/p>

                    \u00a0<\/p>

                    \u00a0<\/p>

                    Bureau of International Cooperation<\/p>

                    National Natural Science Foundation of China<\/p>

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