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UCL and the University of Osaka (UOsaka) are contributing matching funds through a joint call for proposals to support the development of collaborative education and research initiatives.
Projects
This call invites proposals for partnership development activity in areas of mutual interest and complementary strengths that will deepen collaboration between UCL and UOsaka. Proposals should be co-led by a Lead Applicant at each institution and can involve a wider team of participants from each institution, as appropriate to the activities proposed.
Proposals from all fields are welcome but those related to the following fields are particularly encouraged:
• Dementia and Neuroscience
• Engineering
• Quantum or Mathematical and Physical Sciences
• Business Education
• Population Health Sciences
• Sustainability
Up to two joint projects will be selected for funding. Proposals will be assessed by a committee composed of members from both institutions.
Eligibility
Applications are open to UCL staff members with the following roles. Applications from Early Career Researchers, or staff with equivalent professional training are welcomed:
• Professor or equivalent
• Associate Professor/ Reader or equivalent
• Senior Lecturer/Principal Researcher/Principal Research Associate or equivalent
• Lecturer/Senior Research Associate or equivalent
• Post Doc/Researcher/Research Associate or equivalent
Applicants from UCL must have an open-ended UCL contract or a fixed-term contract which lasts until at least July 2026.
Principal Investigators from UCL should be aware of the rules stipulated in the Partner Funds webpage here.
Value
Up to two successful proposals will receive up to approximately £10,000. Funding will be jointly provided by UCL and UOsaka, with 50% going to the academics at each respective institution.
Timeline
Call for proposals: 15 April 2025
Deadline for submission of proposal: 11:59pm (UK time) on 16 May 2025
Communication of Results to applicants: By the end of June 2025
Start date of Awards: 1 August 2025
How to apply
1. Download a copy of the full guidance and read it carefully.
2. Use the application form
3. All applications must be jointly developed by a Principal Investigator from UCL and UOsaka
4. All applications must be submitted online via the UCL portal. Access here.
5. Only complete submissions will be considered.
6. Late applications will not be considered.
Contact
If you experience any problems making an online application, or have any questions about the UCL-OU Strategic Partner Funds, please contact:
At UCL:
Keiko Tsunekawa
Global Engagement Manager
k.tsunekawa@ucl.ac.uk
At Osaka University:
intl-collab@office.osaka-u.ac.jp
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