Proposal Form Template

Scientific Societies Grants Form
Thank you for your interest in applying for the Scientific Societies Research Grant, launched by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) through the Health Research Center.

The grant aims to strengthen collaboration with scientific societies by supporting their research projects, contributing to the advancement of scientific research and enhancing the quality of research outcomes in the healthcare sector.

Before proceeding with your application, please carefully review the Research Grant Guideline, to familiarize yourself with the grant and ensure a clear understanding of the application process.

Have you submitted an application for ethical approval to the SCFHS Institutional Review Board (IRB) for this proposed research project?
Submission of an ethical approval application is a mandatory requirement for applying for the Research Grant.

Please click here to submit an IRB request, then return to complete this application.

Scientific Society and Research Team Information
Name of Scientific Society
Email of Scientific Society
example@example.com
Alternative Email of Scientific Society
example@example.com
Attach the official recommendation letter from your scientific society endorsing the proposed research project.

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Research Team Members:

Rows	Name	Degree	Institution Name	Field of Research	Phone Number	Institutional Email	Research role/responsibilities
Principal Investigator
Team member
Team member
Team member

Please upload the CV of each research team member, including the Principal Investigator and all Co-Investigators.

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Proposal Form
GUIDELINES:

Kindly read the following carefully before filling into the form:
1. Please provide all the information in the form and complete all sections as fully as possible.
2. If any important information is missing, the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) reserves the right to reject the application.
3. If any false or misleading information is provided, the SCFHS reserves the right to reject the application.
4. If the applicant fails to fill the mandatory fields, the SCFHS reserves the right to reject the application.
Project Title
Please upload the official IRB approval letter issued by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).

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Please select the research track most relevant to your research proposal
Please specify your selected research area and explain its significance and the rationale for conducting research in this area.
Abstract: This section should provide a summary of the proposed work in a precise clear and comprehensive manner. It should illustrate the objectives and describe concisely the research design and methods for achieving the stated goals Finally describe the expected outcomes and their impact on the field and society.
Introduction: This section should provide an overview of the scientific background of the research followed by a description of the gaps and rationality of the proposed work. Then, state the hypothesis and objectives. The objectives should be Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant and Timely SMART.
Literature Review: This section should provide a review of relevant studies to the proposed work, followed by a differentiation between the reviewed studies and the proposed work. Then, indicate the significance of the proposed work in solving the gaps or the issue raised along with the rationale of the proposed work, and provide a summary of preliminary data. Finally, indicate the expected results, their impact, and how to implement them.
Innovation: This section should provide an overview of the innovative theoretical concepts in the proposed work, and the innovative methodologies or approaches in the proposed work.
Methodology: This section should provide a precise intended method used for the proposed work, followed by its rationale to achieve the objectives. Define the variables, data collection, and analysis method to achieve each objective. Then, describe the potential limitations of the proposed method and suggest alternative methods to be used. After that, illustrate the Key Performance Indicators [KPIs] for the proposed work along with the expected outcomes and the approach of implementing the results. Finally, illustrate the available resources you may require, as well as any procedures, situations, or materials that may be hazardous to personnel, and the precautions to be taken to minimize harm.
List of References: The references should follow the Vancouver style of referencing, see Vancouver Style Reference Guide - The Michener Institute. The recommended number of references is 25 to 40.
Please Attach The Full Research Proposal

As PDF
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Project Management Plan
General information:
- Please fill in the Project Milestones and Deliverables.
- Break down the project’s milestones/ phases and deliverables for each objective that will finally lead to the achievement of the goal using the table below.
- Mark the applicable quarters (Q1–Q4) with an “X.”
- Allocate estimated budget for each task excluding personnel incentives

Project Milestones and Deliverables

Rows	Milestone/Phase	Task[s]	Q1 (1-3)	Q2 (4-6)	Q3 (7-9)	Q4 (10-12)	Deliverable[s]	Allocated Budget [estimated]	Person[s] Responsible	Progress in Percentage	Dates
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5

*Example for Deliverables[s]: Report, Database, Software, Patent, other

Budget Plan
Requested amount (SAR)
*Eligible range (SAR) 30,000 – 80,000
Please add each budget item separately. Click “Add New Row” to include additional items. All costs must be stated in Saudi Riyals (SAR).

Conflict of Interest

The Saudi Commission for Health Specialties requires disclosure of any conflict of interest, including disclosure of financial interests and for any work or activity that may directly or indirectly affect the objectivity and impartiality of any decision or grant procedure at any stage of its stages or may result in form or content in a kind of conflict with the Institute’s interests that will arise and be affected by the research project.
Do you own, participate or are you a member of the board of directors of a company or any company from its group in any business that would compete with the SCFHS?
if yes, please state here:
Is the represented institution a member on the board of directors of a company or any company from its group in any business that would compete with the SCFHS?
if yes, please state here:
What are the names of entities that you are dealing, or will be dealing with as an external activity [if any]?
Please provide a brief description of the nature of your relationship with the companies or institutions, the amount of your special or expected remuneration, or the amount of your financial interest from the Company or institute, if any. [Maximum 500 words]
Stated party must disclose to the SCFHS any change during the development of the research project in the event that they, or a member of their family, will receive any of the items disclosed and mentioned above.
Name

First NameLast Name
Date

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2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit yearDate
Signature
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Scientific Societies Grants Form

Scientific Society and Research Team Information

Proposal Form

GUIDELINES:

Project Management Plan

Budget Plan

Conflict of Interest