Guidelines for Applicants
Background
The EuroQol Research Foundation intends to fund high-quality research that is of scientific and strategic interest to the EuroQol Group and its members. The Foundation invites applications for funding through its competitive research funding programs that are open twice a year.
Working Groups (WGs) have been set up to support the research agenda outlined by the Executive Committee. The WGs are appointed by the Executive Committee to foster research within their remit, which can be found on the Working Groups page.
Proposals that seek to address one or more specific aims of the WGs will be considered for funding, but strategic priorities will influence decisions. The WGs continuously review coverage of their aims by the current research portfolio and continuously identify the most relevant priority areas.
Who can submit?
The EuroQol Research Foundation accepts proposals submitted by research teams or individual researchers affiliated with different institutions/organisations (Universities, NGOs, companies, etc.). Study teams do not have to include a EuroQol member; however, this is advisable.
What research topics are suitable for funding?
All researchers are strongly encouraged to contact the relevant WG Chair to discuss proposals plans, ensure alignment with ongoing and planned research, and align with the research objectives of the WG and the ongoing Call for Proposals. If you would like input or have questions about preparing your proposal, please email the relevant WG contact, or for general questions, contact the Grants Management team at grants@euroqol.org.
When can I submit?
Twice a year, the Executive Committee issues a Call for Proposals, with two funding rounds (open from February/March – April and August/September – October) highlighting the current research priorities. You may submit Open Access Fee Reimbursements and Conference Presentation Grants at any time. All other proposals are reviewed during regular funding rounds. Time-sensitive proposals may qualify for a fast-tracked review. Please contact the grants management team (grants@euroqol.org) before submitting to discuss your eligibility.
What types of grants are offered?
EuroQol can offer a variety of grant types, listed below and detailed here. The availability of the types of grants offered may vary from one call to the next. The budget guidelines specify which costs can be included (personnel costs, data acquisition costs, material costs, dissemination costs, etc), the appropriate rates and how the budgets should be presented.
| Parent category | Subcategory |
| Research grants | 1.1 Regular research project 1.2 Valuation study 1.3 Seed grants |
| Individual grants | 2.1 PhD grant 2.2 Postdoctoral grant (currently not available) 2.3 Travel Grant |
| Dissemination and knowledge transfer | 3.1 Education and outreach project 3.2 Open access fee reimbursement 3.3 Conference presentation grant |
| Implementation Grants | 4.1 Tools and resources 4.2 Program coordination grants (currently not available) |
More detailed information will be listed in the active Call for Proposals under Funding Rounds. If you have any questions on the review process or submission deadlines you can view the guidance for applicants document and/or send an email to the Grants Management team (grants@euroqol.org).