Proposal development

EGS supports the formation of research partnerships and funding of research projects, particularly within the international setting.

EGS is able to assist in partner searches, project planning, proposal writing and submission. With a scientific background, EGS staff can contribute to the development of objectives and methodology. In addition, professional proposal writers can often provide a useful perspective for identifying potential impacts of the research, and formulation of dissemination and exploitation strategies.

Typically, a meeting will be organised to discuss the project 1-2 months prior to submission of the proposal. If this is not possible, webconferencing and workspace tools are available to facilitate sharing of ideas and development of the project.

Advice is provided on all financial and legal aspects of participation in a research project. EGS assists in determining a suitable budget for each project and assists with contract negotiation and preparation of consortium agreements, should a project proposal be approved.

The level of service can be scaled according to your requirements, from a small amount of assistance to identify funding opportunities or review a final proposal, to a full level of service through all stages of proposal development.

For the full level of service EGS has a unique fee structure designed to be affordable for academic institutions and SMEs. For more information, please contact us.