Paris-Toronto Partnership launches its First Call for Proposals

International Partnerships, Research

Université Paris Cité and the University of Toronto are joining forces to launch their first call for proposals to support collaborative research initiatives.

Objectives

The aim of the fund is to provide initial support for the development of research links and catalyze further collaboration.

Eligibility

A proposal must include a PI from UPCité and University of Toronto, and at least one other researcher on each team. We encourage early career researchers (ECRs) to apply. All the details can be found in the call for proposals.

Application process

This is a joint call and a single application must be submitted on the OVPI Application Portal.

Timeline

Applicants must submit an intention to apply by May 3, 2024 through this link. Those who are unable to meet this deadline must request and receive approval from their university international relations contacts before submitting a final application.

The deadline for submission is on May 13th 2024 (11:59 (EST/CAN, 16h59 (ECT/FR))

Contact
Université Paris Cité 
International Relations Office
internationalisation.iro@u-paris.fr

University of Toronto
Elina Tulla, Regional Lead, Europe, Office of the Vice-President, International
elina.tulla@utoronto.ca

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