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Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition
Funds qualitative research on societal issues of genomics in health
Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
November 27, 2024
Opened October 22, 2024
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Genome British Columbia’s Societal Issues Competition (SOC4) provides up to $250,000 per project to support stand‑alone research on societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations, specifically challenges in the use or accessibility of genomic tests in the health sector. Eligible activities include qualitative or mixed-methods research that explores the problem, assesses potential countermeasures, and develops and pilots implementation plans within a structured project timeline of up to 24 months.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects that identify and analyze societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations.
- Studies on public perspectives and acceptance of genomics applications in specific sectors (e.g., health).
- Projects that develop and assess practices or policies to support appropriate uptake of genomics-based applications.
- Initiatives that determine when the adoption of particular genomics applications would not be appropriate in the health sector.
- Research that examines cross-cutting societal themes related to the use and accessibility of genomic tests in health care.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Universities in British Columbia
- Colleges in British Columbia
- British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
- BC-based government research facilities
- Other BC-based research or health institutions
Eligible geographic areas
- Academic and research institutions located in British Columbia, Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Initial contact and eligibility discussion
- Review the SOC4 strategic focus to ensure your proposed project aligns with this intake.
- Contact Genome BC at societalissues@genomebc.ca for general program information.
- Discuss your proposed project and how it can fit into this funding call.
- Step 2: Prepare the Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Download and complete the SOC4 Statement of Interest form.
- Clearly outline the research question and proposed project to allow Genome BC to assess eligibility.
- Ensure the SOI reflects the SOC4 strategic focus.
- Prepare any supporting information requested in the SOI form.
- Step 3: Submit the Statement of Interest
- Submit the completed Statement of Interest directly to Genome BC via email at societalissues@genomebc.ca.
- Ensure submission is made by the SOI deadline indicated for SOC4.
- Step 4: Await SOI decision
- Wait for Genome BC to review your SOI.
- Receive notification of the SOI decision on the date specified in the high-level SOC4 timeline.
- Step 5: Prepare the Full Application (if invited)
- For invited projects, download and complete the SOC4 Application Form.
- Develop a detailed research plan consistent with the information provided in the SOI.
- Prepare a comprehensive project budget using the SOC4 Budget Template.
- Gather and include a letter of support from at least one end-user partner, as required.
- Use the SOC4 Request for Applications to ensure all required elements are addressed.
- Step 6: Submit the Full Application
- Compile the completed Application Form, Budget Template and any required supporting documents.
- Submit the full application package directly to Genome BC via email at societalissues@genomebc.ca.
- Ensure the application is received by Genome BC by the full application deadline (by 8:00 am) specified for SOC4.
- Step 7: Notification of results
- Wait for Genome BC to complete its review of full applications.
- Receive notification of results on the date indicated in the SOC4 high-level timeline.
Additional information
- Each intake of the competition has its own specific strategic focus, and only projects aligned with that focus will be considered.
- Genome BC has allocated a total investment of $500,000 to the SOC4 initiative.
- The maximum duration for funded projects under SOC4 is 24 months.
- Program documentation includes a Request for Applications, Statement of Interest form, Application Form and Budget Template, all provided as downloadable files.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition Program
What is the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?
Genome British Columbia’s Societal Issues Competition (SOC4) provides up to $250,000 per project to support stand‑alone research on societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations, specifically challenges in the use or accessibility of genomic tests in the health sector. Eligible activities include qualitative or mixed-methods research that explores the problem, assesses potential countermeasures, and develops and pilots implementation plans within a structured project timeline of up to 24 months.
How much funding can be received?
Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 27, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program?
To be eligible for the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program, you must:
Project must be led by an academic researcher based at a BC university, college, BCIT, government facility or other BC-based research or health institution.
Project team must include members with expertise in qualitative and/or mixed methods research.
Project team must include an end-user partner, evidenced by a letter of support.
What expenses are eligible under Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?
Research projects that identify and analyze societal issues arising from genomics-based innovations.
Studies on public perspectives and acceptance of genomics applications in specific sectors (e.g., health).
Projects that develop and assess practices or policies to support appropriate uptake of genomics-based applications.
Initiatives that determine when the adoption of particular genomics applications would not be appropriate in the health sector.
Research that examines cross-cutting societal themes related to the use and accessibility of genomic tests in health care.
Who can I contact for more information about the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition?
You can contact Genome British Columbia by email at societalissues@genomebc.ca.
Where is the Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition available?
The Genome British Columbia — Societal Issues Competition program is available the province of British Columbia.