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Selvarani Kathirvelu; Serene Low Su-Fen; Yong-Yap Chwee Hoon; Lee-Tay, Annie; Goh Sau Fong, Catherine; Lim Lang Hiang, Christina; Leong Yuit Lin; Yong Sim Seah; Ng SiuDin; Yong Puay Fen, Sheryl; Lee Su Lei (Li Sulei); Tan Lay Yen; Chiam Poh Ling; LEE Kee Fong, Shirley; Quek Bee Hua (Guo Meihua); Amarnisha Mohd; Nursyamilah Binte SAIDI(GPL); CHEN Wei Wei Janice (GPL); Cao Qi (Dr); Ng Bee Wee

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Subject: FW: Heritage Research Grant (HRG) Call 02/FY2016 by National Heritage BoardDate: Tuesday, December 06, 2016 11:25:35 AMAttachments: HRG Application Guidelines (1 Dec 2016).pdf

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Dear all

Good morning. Please find the email announcement to all faculty about the launch of the Heritage Research Grant Call 02/FY2016 (3rd call under thesame scheme) by the National Heritage Board below. 1. Guidelines and templates (attached)

The relevant documents from NHB, indicative interest, summary table and checklist have been attached for your reference and usage.

2. Proposal submissionNHB has advised that proposals may be submitted by the PIs to NHB directly, in:

(i) Hardcopy – 2 copies, both with original signatures, AND(ii) Softcopy – In MS Word format (no signatures) via email to [email protected], copied to rso-external-

[email protected] PIs are recommended to ensure that NHB receives the submission (hardcopy AND softcopy) no later than 13 Jan 2017.For hardcopy submissions, all PIs are strongly encouraged to obtain acknowledgement of receipt from NHB.School/Institute Admins are to assist PIs with submission as and when required by the PIs.

3. NOTE – Signatures required on Application Form(i) Original signatures by the PI, Co-Is, HOD and D(RSO) are required on both hardcopies of the Application Form.(ii) HOD:

Ø NHB advised that the direct supervisor of the faculty in the applicant’s department to sign in the capacity of HOD.Ø Please help to ensure there is no conflict of interest in the signatories.

(iii) D(RSO):Ø We would only be able to assist to obtain D(RSO)’s signature if the complete and signed hardcopies are submitted to us no later

than 4 Jan 2017, noon.Ø The fully signed hardcopies will then be returned to the School/Institute Admin by 11 Jan 2017.

For NIE colleagues: Please be reminded that the institution endorsement authority is different for NIE (i.e. Prof Khor is not the endorsementauthority for proposals from NIE). Therefore, please make the necessary arrangements for all NIE proposals to be duly signed by all relevantparties and submitted to NHB directly.

4. Key internal deadlines

Please refer to Point 4 in the attached checklist.A NIL reply would be appreciated if there are no submissions by 4 Jan 2017.

5. Folder location for document submission to RSOFor Schools in COHASS: For Schools in COE:All other Schools/RCEs/RIs:

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*Please map the drive using the entire path highlighted in respective colours.

These folders will be ready for access from 9 Dec 2016 onwards.

6. Queries

Further queries about this grant may be sent directly to [email protected], and copied to [email protected]

7. Please work closely with the PIs in assisting them to ensure full compliance of the proposals to the guidelines and requirementsBEFORE submission, as well as submission on time.
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Heritage Research Grant Application Guidelines

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HERITAGE RESEARCH GRANT

APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Thank you for your interest in the Heritage Research Grant. Please read this document

carefully before applying and we wish you success with your application.

This document was last updated on 1 December 2016. NHB reserves the right to make changes to

the guidelines to the Heritage Research Grant at any time, without prior notice.

1. Heritage Research Grant

1.1 The Heritage Research Grant (HRG) was introduced in September 2015 by the

National Heritage Board (NHB) to fund research projects related to Singapore’s

tangible and intangible heritage, archaeology as well as the development and

adoption of technologies that support the documentation of Singapore’s heritage.

1.2 The HRG aims to encourage local institutes of higher learning (IHLs), research

institutions and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to embark on such heritage-

related research projects; grow and develop the heritage ecosystem in Singapore;

and promote the use and development of technologies for the documentation and

preservation of Singapore’s heritage.

2. Eligibility, Application and Review Process

2.1 Application for the HRG is open to teams of researchers from or endorsed by IHLs,

research institutions and/or NGOs that are registered and based in Singapore1. The

team of researchers shall comprise one (1) Principal Investigator (PI) heading the

research team and one (1) or more Co-Investigator(s) (CIs) assisting the PI in

conducting and managing the project.

2.2 Submission of application and successful approval of the HRG must be sought

before the project commences.

2.3 The table below lists the key dates and windows you will need to keep in mind as you

are preparing your application for this round of grant call:

Start of Grant Call

Closing Date for Application

Notification of Results

Projects Starting On or After

5 Dec 2016 16 Jan 2017 March 2017 April 2017

2.4 There will be designated research theme(s) for each grant call, which will be

published on the HRG page on NHB’s website (URL:

http://www.nhb.gov.sg/awards-and-grants/grants/heritage-research-grant) at

1 NGOs must be registered under the Registry of Societies in order to be eligible to apply for the Heritage Research Grant.

http://www.nhb.gov.sg/awards-and-grants/grants/heritage-research-grant


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the start of the grant call. Applications are encouraged to be aligned to the research

objectives stipulated for each themed grant call. Projects that do not fulfil the grant

call theme will be considered based on the merits of the proposal.

Applications must be made using the prescribed HRG Application Form and must be

received by the respective closing dates. Incomplete applications without the

required supporting materials, applications which have not adhered to the page/word

limits or submission formats and/or late applications sent after the application closing

date will not be accepted.

2.5 The applicant shall submit a soft copy of the completed HRG Application Form and

relevant supporting materials in Microsoft Word format to the following e-mail address:

[email protected]

2.6 In addition, the applicant shall submit two (2) hard copies of the completed HRG

Application Form and relevant materials to the following address:

Heritage Research Grant Secretariat

Heritage Research and Assessment Division

National Heritage Board

61 Stamford Road (Stamford Court), #03-08

Singapore 178892

2.7 Funding support is awarded through a competitive evaluation process. All

applications will be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Panel (HAP), an external

panel appointed by NHB and comprising a team of academics and experts in areas

related to heritage, which will make recommendations to NHB. NHB shall be the final

approving authority for HRG funding (in full or in part), and reserves the right not to

disclose reasons for the amount awarded.

2.8 The evaluation criteria for the HRG are as follows:

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Methodology

Definition and articulation of the project’s objective(s)

Robustness and strength of the methodology

Clarity in describing and explaining the methodology

Feasibility of project methodology

Alignment with the HRG’s objectives

Content

Originality of the proposed research project

Ability to fill in the gaps in existing research and knowledge

Relevance to local context (i.e. Singapore’s heritage, culture, etc.)

Potential in generating interest in heritage circles and the general public

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Applicant’s/Team’s Ability

Track record and credentials

Relevance of area(s) of expertise

Publications and past projects (if any)

Project Management

Reasonableness and value-for-money of requested budget

Acceptability of proposed timeline

Effective use of resources available (if applicable)

Other Considerations

Any other considerations not included in the abovementioned criteria (e.g. innovative use of technology, public engagement and involvement, etc.)

For each application, the applicant may be called for a 15-minute interview session

with the HAP/NHB.

2.9 Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer containing:

HRG Acceptance Form;

Project/Disbursement Schedule (the grant will be disbursed in stages upon

completion of key agreed milestones of the project);

Terms and Conditions for the grant; and

Vendor Maintenance Form (to be executed by the applicant’s supporting

IHL/NGO, as the grant will be disbursed to the relevant IHL/NGO for

subsequent disbursement to the applicant).

2.10 The grant offer will be valid for two (2) weeks from the date of NHB’s Letter of Offer

(unless otherwise agreed between the applicant and NHB). The offer will lapse if the

applicant does not accept the offer by returning an executed/signed copy of the HRG

Acceptance Form as accompanied by the Letter of Offer, and the Vendor

Maintenance Form as duly executed by the applicant’s supporting IHL/NGO, within

the stated period, unless a valid reason is provided.

2.11 Unsuccessful applicants will receive a Letter of Notification upon the completion of

the evaluation process.

2.12 NHB’s decision is final. NHB reserves the right not to disclose reasons for approving

or not approving an application. Appeal cases will be reviewed only on grounds of

possible improper processing procedures. Unsuccessful applicants must substantiate

these claims with concrete evidence and reasons. Please submit your appeals by

email to [email protected] and indicate your project title and case

number in the subject line of the email, within fourteen (14) days from the date of the

Letter of Notification, and before the commencement of the project.

3. Deliverables and Progress Reports



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3.1 As part of the application, applicants are requested to propose suitable deliverables

associated with their projects. The finalised deliverables will be agreed between NHB

and the successful applicant, and set out in the Project/Disbursement Schedule that

accompanies the Letter of Offer.

3.2 Upon award of the grant, the successful applicant shall deliver the relevant

deliverables based on the said Project/Disbursement Schedule within the timeframes

stipulated therein.

3.3 Updates on the project (e.g. progress of the project, breakdown of expenditure,

changes in the research team) shall be submitted using the Progress Report Form by

the successful applicant every three (3) months.

3.4 The final report (with executive summary) in both softcopy and hardcopy must be

submitted to NHB by the target completion date, unless an extension is requested in

writing and approved by NHB. Primary sources and raw data that are of particular

interest or relevance should also be submitted with the final report as annexes.

3.5 Submission of photographic and video documentation shall be made in softcopy

(stored in a virus-free storage medium such as a DVD-R or hard disk drive) that can

be viewed on a laptop or computer.

4. Indirect Research Cost

4.1 Any indirect research costs (IRC) charged by the applicant’s institution must also be

included in the total amount of the grant requested. The IRC is calculated as a

percentage of the direct costs budgeted for the project.

5. Grant Management and Disbursement

5.1 Each successful applicant will be given a maximum of two (2) years from the date of

acceptance of the grant to complete the project. The maximum grant quantum for the

project is capped at S$150,000.

5.2 NHB will transfer the grant quantum to the successful applicant’s supporting IHL or

NGO, which will be in charge of disbursing the grant to the applicant. Disbursement

of the funding will be in three (3) tranches and upon completion of the agreed

deliverables as follows:


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FIRST TRANCHE SECOND TRANCHE THIRD TRANCHE

50% of grant quantum will

be disbursed upon award

and formal acceptance of

grant.

30% of grant quantum will

be disbursed at a suitable

project milestone as

agreed between NHB and

the successful

applicant(s).

20% or remainder (should

the project’s actual cost be

less than the estimated

cost) of grant quantum will

be disbursed upon

submission of all project

deliverables and

requirements, and when

objectives have all been

met.

5.3 Successful applicants are advised to consult the Inland Revenue Authority of

Singapore (IRAS) or their tax advisers on the tax treatment of received grant.

5.4 In the event that additional funding is required (beyond what was originally approved

and agreed in the Letter of Offer), PIs of approved projects may submit a completed

HRG Budget Revision Request Form to NHB requesting for additional funding, in

which justifications for the request are listed clearly. NHB will evaluate the request for

additional funding based on the justifications provided and inform the PI of the

assessment within fourteen (14) days of the relevant request. NHB’s decision is final

and NHB reserves the right not to disclose reasons for approving (in full or in part) or

not approving such a request.

5.5 PIs and CIs are to ensure that all purchases made using HRG funding are obtained

at reasonable/market rate(s) and through transparent procurement processes. The

standard procedure for procurement process established by the researchers’

respective IHL, registered society or NGO should be adhered to when purchases are

made. If there may be no standard procedure for procurement in the relevant

organisation, the following requirements will apply:

A minimum of two (2) quotes must be obtained for each item to justify purchases

between S$500 and S$3,000; and

Quotes sought for purchases above S$3,000 must be reviewed and approved by

NHB.

Whenever required, NHB may request for the submission of quotes and/or receipts

as part of the documentary verification for the disbursement of the HRG funding.

5.6 HRG funding may be used to cover:

Honoraria/Stipends for PI and CIs and additional researchers where applicable2;

Procurement of services to support the project (e.g. manpower support to

conduct fieldwork and interviews; professional photographer and/or

2 Honoraria/Stipends may be drawn by part-time researchers and/or freelance researchers who are

not funded by their respective universities, research institutions and NGOs. Please note that HRG

funding will not cover living expenses.


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videographer; specialised technological/technical capabilities; archival and

digital scanning of images, manuscripts, transcripts, oral interviews; design and

editorial support);

Procurement of materials required for the project (e.g. photocopying and

printing services; recording/storage media/devices; rental of hardware and

equipment; stationery);

Legal advice/related fees required for the project (e.g. licence fees for the use

of third party intellectual property rights); and

Loan and access fees of relevant reference materials and online

archives/databases.

5.7 HRG funding generally does not cover:

Overseas travel (e.g. flights, accommodation)3;

Purchase of equipment4;

Entertainment claims; and

Legal fees not directly related to the project (e.g. patent applications,

commercialisation expenses, registration of any intellectual property rights).

6. Variations to Project

6.1 Prior agreement must be sought from NHB if there are to be any variations from the

initial approved project. PIs shall submit a written request to NHB to seek approval

before any changes to the approved project are made.5

6.2 Retrospective variation requests will not be allowed. (Also see Paragraph 9.3.)

6.3 For all variation requests, NHB’s decision (which may be provided with or without

reasons) is final and appeals will not be entertained.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 The PI and CIs of the approved project may publish their findings, observations or

other commentary in relation to the project at any symposia, national, international or

regional professional meetings or in any book, journal, thesis, dissertation,

newspaper or otherwise. All publications shall acknowledge the funding support of

3 Overseas travel/trip(s) that are essential and directly related to the project may be considered on a

case-by-case basis. Please contact NHB with regard to any queries on the same prior to embarking

on the relevant trip(s). 4 The purchase of equipment that is essential and directly related to the research project may be

considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact NHB with regard to any queries on the same

prior to the purchase. 5 Variations to the approved project include changes in the use of funding, research methodology,

milestones, schedule, deliverables, etc.


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NHB by including the following line: “Supported by the Heritage Research Grant of

the National Heritage Board, Singapore.”

7.2 The PI and CIs shall only use/publish materials in which they own or have been

granted the necessary intellectual property rights for such use. It shall be the

responsibility of the researchers to ensure that such publication as described in

Clause 7.1 will not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party and NHB

accepts no liability for all third party claims in relation to the same.

7.3 All publications in connection with the funded research shall also include the following

disclaimer: “Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations

expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily

reflect the views of the National Heritage Board, Singapore.”

7.4 NHB, as well as the Government of Singapore and public sector agencies, shall

reserve a non-exclusive, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free right and

licence to use, modify, reproduce and distribute any intellectual property (including

the publications described in the above Clause 7.1) created pursuant to the funded

project for:

(i) Non-commercial, research and development, educational purposes;

(ii) Marketing, advertisement and promotional activities relating to the HRG

scheme; and

(iii) NHB’s internal purposes (e.g. presentations, publications).

The PIs and CIs involved in the research project will be duly acknowledged.

8. Training and Education Programmes

8.1 NHB may request, as necessary, PIs and/or CIs to present their findings,

observations or other commentary in relation to the project in education-related

programmes organised by NHB or other government agencies.

9. Terms and Conditions

9.1 The grant is not transferable and must not be used for any purpose other than the

approved project. All concerned costs must be factored into the application

submission.

9.2 NHB reserves the right to review, withdraw or suspend the funding in full or in part if

any of these Guidelines or the Terms and Conditions applicable to the HRG is not

met, or if the project is not of a satisfactory level. Whether the conditions are met or


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whether the project is of a satisfactory level shall be determined by NHB in its sole

discretion, and NHB’s decision shall be final and absolute.

9.3 NHB also reserves the right to terminate the grant, discontinue any further

disbursement and/or recover any disbursed funds, should any of the following occur:

(a) The approved project is changed significantly without prior written approval from

NHB;

(b) Done deals are made without NHB’s prior knowledge and approval;

(c) The applicant is not able to deliver the approved project;

(d) Wrong and/or misleading information is provided in the HRG Application Form,

either deliberately or otherwise; or

(e) Illegal or negligent acts that occur during any point of the approved project which

will adversely affect the reputation of NHB, any government bodies and agencies,

public institutions, national leaders, or your person/organisation.

10. Miscellaneous

10.1 NHB reserves the right to revise these guidelines at any time. Successful

applicants/PIs will be informed accordingly.

10.2 All applicants shall not inform or broadcast to the media (including print, online and

social media) about their application for HRG, the related application process, and

the results of the application without the prior consent of the NHB.

10.3 For projects where NHB provides information or content to the successful applicant

as part of the research process, NHB may require the successful applicant to sign

non-disclosure forms regarding the release of such information.

11. Enquiries

11.1 For enquiries, please contact:

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 6332 4783 / 6332 5429


ANNEXA

RESEARCH THEMES FOR 02/FY2016 HERITAGE RESEARCH GRANT (HRG) GRANT

CALL

Topic Tangible Heritage

Intangible Cultural Heritage

Value of Heritage

Heritage and Identity

Description This topic invites proposals for research on historic buildings, structures and sites. The research focus should be primarily on Singapore, although research on overseas tangible heritage could be considered if the research is able to link the research outcomes to Singapore. Interested applicants should cite specific case studies on historic buildings, structures and sites.

Applicants may take a cross-disciplinary approach for their proposed research. For example, applicants could explore the use of technology (e.g. digital data management, GIS Technology, aerial photography, etc) that supports the research objectives and enhances the quality of the research. This topic invites proposals for research related to the intangible cultural heritage (ICH) of Singapore. Interested applicants should consult UNESCO's 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage (Article 2) for definitions and categorization of ICH items in the five ICH domains including:

• Oral Traditions and Expressions, including language as a vehicle of expressing ICH

• Performing Arts • Social Practices, Rituals and Festive Events • Knowledge and Practice concerning nature and the universe • Traditional Craftsmanship

Interested applicants should propose research on specific ICH items involving one or more domains. Examples of topics related to one or more domains include traditional carpentry in Singapore {Traditional Craftsmanship) and Peranakan Pantun (Oral Traditions and Expressions, Performing Arts.) Research proposals that involve ICH items related to more than one domain will be given greater consideration for the funding.

This topic invites proposals for research on qualitative and quantitative methods to understand the relationship between heritage and a specific aspect of modern urban life in Singapore. Researchers are encouraged to explore the impact of heritage relating to diverse disciplines, including policy studies, communications, sociology, psychology, economics, geography, political science, etc. Interested applicants should propose specific case studies related to Sinoaoore. This topic invites proposals for research on qualitative and quantitative methods to understand how heritage could contribute to building Singaporeans' sense of belonging and identity.

Interested applicants should propose specific case studies which highlight the role of heritage in urban environment, such as area conservation, revitalisation of old neighbourhoods, transmission of traditional practices, rituals and festivals and other examples in which heritage has enriched the character of places where we live, work and play. Conversely, applicants could propose to study places in Singapore in which local heritage and the traditional way of life had been displaced and to propose solutions to enhance the heritage character of such places.

Heritage Research Grant (HRG)Application Form

HERITAGE RESEARCH GRANT (HRG)

APPLICATION FORM

Please complete all the fields carefully and indicate NIL if not applicable.

1. Details of INVESTIGATORS

a. PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR (PI)

Name

Designation

NRIC/Passport No.

University/Institution/Organisation

Department/Faculty (if applicable)

Contact Details

Telephone No.: (O) (HP)

E-mail Address:

Postal Address:

b. CO-INVESTIGATOR (CI) #1

Name

Designation

NRIC/Passport No.



Contact Details


E-mail Address:

Postal Address:

c. CO-INVESTIGATOR (CI) #2

Name

Designation

NRIC/Passport No



Contact Details


E-mail Address:

Postal Address:

d. CO-INVESTIGATOR (CI) #3

Name

Designation

NRIC/Passport No



Contact Details


E-mail Address:

Postal Address:

e. CO-INVESTIGATOR (CI) #4

Name

Designation

NRIC/Passport No



Contact Details


E-mail Address:

Postal Address:

f. Curriculum Vitae (CV) of INVEstigator(s)

Please provide the following information in an attachment of no more than 3 pages per investigator:

i. Name

ii. Employment history (Please indicate current and past appointments.)

iii. Academic qualifications (Please indicate institution’s name and year degree awarded.)

iv. Publications (if any) most relevant to grant application

v. Other information (Please specify.)

2. SUMMARY OF project

a. Title of PROJECT

The title should be specific and not generic.

b. PLANNED PERIOD OF PROJECT

(Maximum duration is 24 months.)

Estimated start date (MM/YY)

Estimated completion date (MM/YY)

c. Total REQUESTED Grant QUANTUM

(A) Amount for project (S$)

(B) Indirect Research Cost (IRC) charged

by the University or Institution (S$)

(if applicable)

Total (S$): (A) + (B)

(Total grant requested should not exceed the maximum quantum of S$150,000.)

3. ABSTRACT OF project PROPOSAL

Please provide a succinct and accurate description of the intended research project in no more than 1000 words. The abstract must include the following information:

· Academic significance of the research;

· Hypotheses or research questions to be addressed;

· Approach and methodology of the research; and

· Feasibility of the study.

4. DETAILS OF project PROPOSAL

Give a description of the intended research project in no more than 10 pages (page count excludes the references and annexes). Proposal must address the following:

· Specific research topic, objectives, background, purpose, significance;

· Brief literature review;

· Research questions;

· Impact of research on Singapore’s heritage and understanding of history (e.g. how the research addresses a gap in knowledge);

· Proposed methodology;

· Research limitations (i.e. limitations of the proposed methodology or research approach);and

· Proposed methods of dissemination of research findings.

References cited should be provided at the end of the document. Proposal should be sufficiently self-contained for an assessment without further reference to other materials.

Please attach your research proposal to this application form as a separate document in Arial, font size 11, only.

5. PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

The proposed schedule and project milestones will be used for performance assessment of the project. Satisfactory progress is required for continued disbursements of funds.

Describe key stages of your research (e.g. desk-top research, conduct of fieldwork, final report) and indicate the targeted period of completion.

e.g.

Desk-top research

4 January 2015 – 4 May 2015

1.

2.

3.

6. PROPOSED DELIVERABLES

Please state the proposed deliverables and dates of delivery clearly.

No.

Deliverable

Date of Delivery

1.

2.

3.

7. ITEMISED BREAKDOWN OF REQUESTED GRANT quantum

Please provide a detailed and itemised breakdown of the projected manpower costs, operating costs, and other miscellaneous expenditure, and the indirect research costs (IRC) charged by your institution below. Cost calculation must not be rounded-off lump sum figures.

Items

Breakdown of Costs (S$)

Manpower Costs

Sub-Total (S$)

Operating Costs

Sub-Total (S$)

Miscellaneous (Please indicate clearly.)

Sub-Total (S$)

(A) Research Grant Requested for project before Indirect Research Cost (IRC) charged by Institution/Organisation (S$)

(B) Indirect Research Cost charged by Institution (%)

Amount (S$)

%

Total Research Grant Requested (S$): (A) + (B)

The amount should not exceed the maximum quantum of S$150,000, which includes IRC charged by the Institution/Organisation.

8. DECLARATION ON APPLICATION FOR OTHER FUNDING(S)

Are you applying for funding of this project from other agency/agencies or other funds in NHB?

|_| Yes.

· Name(s) of other funding agency/agencies:

· Name(s) of funding Division(s) within NHB:

|_| No.

Will you be receiving any donation(s) or sponsorship(s) for the project?

|_| Yes.

· Name(s) of donor(s) or sponsor(s):

|_| No.

9. DECLARATION ON USE OF PROJECT FINDINGS

Will the findings of this project be published?

|_| Yes.

· Name of author(s):

· Type/Name of publication:

|_| No / No plans to publish at the point of funding application.*

(*Please delete as applicable.)

10. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

a. ENDORSEMENT BY HEAD OF DEPARTMENT(for RESEARCHERS FROM IHLs)

The acknowledgement should be signed at the next higher level if the applicant is the Head of Department.

i. I acknowledge that the Principal Investigator, (Name) is a member in my (department) at (University/Institution) and he/she has the requisite expertise to undertake the research project as described above.

ii. Should the application be successful, the IRC that may be incurred (where applicable) has been correctly reflected.

iii. This application has my support.

Name:

Contact No.:

Email:

Fax No.:

Name of University:

Appointment:

Signature: ________________________

Date:

Official Stamp of University

b.ENDORSEMENT BY OFFICE OF RESEARCH OF IHLs(for RESEARCHERS FROM IHLs)

The acknowledgement should be signed by the President/an authorised representative of the Office of Research of the IHL.

i. I acknowledge that the Principal Investigator, (Name) is a member in (Department) at (University/Institution) and he/she has the requisite expertise to undertake the research project as described above.

ii. Should the application be successful, the IRC that may be incurred (where applicable) has been correctly reflected.

iii. Should the application be successful, I agree to the arrangement for NHB to transfer the approved grant quantum to the bank account of (University/Institution) and undertake to disburse the same to the Principal Investigator according to the Project/Disbursement Schedule (which will be set out in the Letter of Offer) and/or NHB’s direction(s) on the same. For the avoidance of doubt, NHB and (University/Institution) shall each bear their respective bank fees/charges.

iv. This application has my support.

Name:

Contact No.:

Email:

Fax No.:

Name of IHL:

Appointment:

Signature: ________________________

Date:

Official Stamp of Organisation

c. ENDORSEMENT BY NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANISATION(for RESEARCHERS ENDORSED BY NGOs)

The acknowledgement should be signed by an authorised member of the executive committee (or equivalent) of the Non-Government Organisation.

i. I acknowledge that the Principal Investigator, (Name) is a member in (Unit/Department) at (Organisation) and has the requisite expertise to undertake the research project as described above.

ii. Should the application be successful, I agree to the arrangement for NHB to transfer the approved grant quantum to the bank account of this Organisation and undertake to disburse the same to the Principal Investigator according to the Project/Disbursement Schedule (which will be set out in the Letter of Offer) and/or NHB’s direction(s) on the same. For the avoidance of doubt, NHB and (Organisation) shall each bear their respective bank fees/charges.

iii. This application has my support.

Name:

Contact No.:

Email:

Fax No.:

Name of NGO:

Appointment:

Signature: ________________________

Date:

Official Stamp of Organisation

11. DECLARATION ON ACCURACY OF INFORMATION PROVIDED

I/We* declare that the facts/information I/we have stated in this application and the accompanying information are true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge and that I/we have not withheld/distorted any material facts.

I/We* understand that if I/we obtain the grant by false or misleading statements, I/we may be prosecuted accordingly. In addition, the National Heritage Board may, at its discretion, withdraw the grant and recover immediately from me/us/my organisation any amount of the grant that has been disbursed.

Name of Principal Investigator

Signature

Date

Name of Co- Investigator #1

Signature

Date


Signature

Date


Signature

Date


Signature

Date

* Delete where applicable

Applicants are required to submit one (1) softcopy of this application form and all supporting materials in Microsoft Word format to:

[email protected]

and two (2) hardcopies of the same to:

Heritage Research Grant Secretariat

Impact Assessment and Mitigation Division

National Heritage Board

61 Stamford Road (Stamford Court), #03-08Singapore 178892

The application deadline for the 02/FY2016 Heritage Research Grant (HRG) is

16 January 2017 (Monday)

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NHB HRG 02-2016 Indicative Int

Indicative Interest submitted for

NHB Heritage Research Grant Call 02/FY2016 - Dec 2016

Name of School:

Date of Submission: 28 Dec 2016

Submitted by:

S/N Principal InvestigatorHost Dept (PI)Project titleResearch theme[Please select one]Remarks, if any.

Salut-ationName

1XXXX

2XXXX

3XXXX

4XXXX

5XXXX

Summary

Total amount requested from School of XXXX

ProfYesSchool of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

Assoc ProfNoSchool of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Asst ProfSchool of Computer Engineering

DrSchool of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MrSchool of Materials Science and Engineering

MsSchool of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

School of Biological Sciences

School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

National Institute of Education

Earth Observatory of Singapore

Energy Research Institute @ NTU

Institute for Media Innovation

Nanyang Environment and Water Research Institute

Singapore Centre on Environmental Life Sciences Engineering

&P

1) To add more projects: Use "INSERT ROW".2) Spell out the Department/Organisation in FULL

Lookup

SalutationHost Department - HostDepartmentThemeNTU Thematic Peaks of Excellence - ThematicPeaksNature of Project - NatureProject

ProfSchool of Art, Design and MediaTheme 1Sustainable EarthUpstream

Assoc ProfSchool of Humanities and Social SciencesTheme 2Future HealthcareDownstream

Asst ProfWee Kim Wee School of Communication and InformationTheme 3New Media

School of Chemical and Biomedical EngineeringThe New Silk Road

School of Civil and Environmental EngineeringInnovation Asia

School of Computer Science and Engineering

School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

School of Materials Science and Engineering

School of Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringNHB HRG Themes for 2016

S. Rajaratnam School of International Studiesa) Tangible Heritage

Centre for Research and Development in Learning (CRADLE)b) Intangible Cultural Heritage

Complexity Institutec) Value of Heritage

Nanyang Business Schoold) Heritage and Identity


Singapore Centre for 3D Printing






NHB HRG 02-2016 Summary

Summary of proposals submitted for

NHB Heritage Research Grant Call 02/FY2016 - Dec 2016

Name of School:

Date of Submission: 17 Jan 2017

Submitted by:

S/N Principal InvestigatorHost Dept (PI)Project titleTeam membersTenure of Project(No more than 2 years)Budget requestedResearch theme[Please select one]Brief project description ~100 wordsFOR SCHOOL/INSTITUTE ADMINISTRATORRemarks, if any.

Co-Investigators (Co-Is)CollaboratorsI have verified that the lead PI has not submitted the same project to another grant agency, whether external or internal (Yes/No)I have verified thatPI and team have no outstanding project evaluation reports on the use of any previous grants received from NHB(Please insert e-signature)ADMIN CHECKS have been done for:- Administrative compliance, and- Adherence to guidelines/requirments(Yes/No)

Salut-ationNameSalut-ationName of Co-IDept, organisationSalut-ationName of CollaboratorDept, Organisation and/or country Total Costs (S$)[no more than $150,000 inclusive of indirect cost]

1XXXXxxxxxxxxxxx

2XXXXxxxxxxxxxxx

3XXXXxxxxxxxxxxx

4XXXXxxxxxxxxxxx

5XXXXxxxxxxxxxxx

Summary

Total amount requested from School of XXXX

ProfYesSchool of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

Assoc ProfNoSchool of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Asst ProfSchool of Computer Engineering

DrSchool of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

MrSchool of Materials Science and Engineering

MsSchool of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

School of Biological Sciences


National Institute of Education






&P

1) To add more Co-PIs/Collaborators under the same project: Use "INSERT ROW".2) To add more projects: Copy every row of the project (by default 5 rows and insert the copied rows.3) Spell out the Department/Organisation in FULL

Lookup

SalutationHost Department - HostDepartmentThemeNTU Thematic Peaks of Excellence - ThematicPeaksNature of Project - NatureProject

ProfSchool of Art, Design and MediaTheme 1Sustainable EarthUpstream

Assoc ProfSchool of Humanities and Social SciencesTheme 2Future HealthcareDownstream

Asst ProfWee Kim Wee School of Communication and InformationTheme 3New Media

School of Chemical and Biomedical EngineeringThe New Silk Road

School of Civil and Environmental EngineeringInnovation Asia

School of Computer Engineering

School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

School of Materials Science and Engineering

School of Mechanical and Aerospace EngineeringNHB HRG Themes for 2016

S. Rajaratnam School of International Studiesa) Tangible Heritage

National Institute of Educationb) Intangible Cultural Heritage

Centre for Research and Development in Learning (CRADLE)c) Value of Heritage

Complexity Instituted) Heritage and Identity

Nanyang Business School


Singapore Centre for 3D Printing






National Heritage Board (NHB)

Heritage Research Grant (HRG) Call 02/FY2016 – Dec 2016

Checklist for submission of Application Form

Name of applicant/Principal Investigator:

Project title:

Host department:

Criteria

Action

(Please tick √ if you have complied with this item)

1

Eligibility

1.1

The Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigators (CIs) do not have any outstanding project evaluation reports on the use of any previous grants received from NHB.

1.2

The PI has submitted NHB’s stipulated Application Form and all relevant supporting documents through a School/Institute in NTU via the School/Institute’s Administrator

1.3

If the submission of the LOI is through a Research Centre, even though the PI or any of the NTU CIs are from an NTU School, the relevant School has been informed about this arrangement and has no objections.

1.4

The team of researchers shall comprise one (1) Principal Investigator (PI) heading the

research team and one (1) or more Co-Investigator(s) (CIs) assisting the PI in

conducting and managing the project

2

Application Form

2.1

Proposal was prepared in strict adherence to all instructions and guidelines provided in the HRG Application Form.

2.2

ALL Sections and sub-sections of the Application Form have been completed:

· Without any blank/omitted fields

· In accordance to NHB’s stipulated guidelines and requirements for HRG Application

2.3

The form is in compliance with all of NHB’s guidelines for the HRG.

2.4

All research is done in Singapore.

2.5

One PI has been clearly identified (who will head the research team; is expected to be actively involved in the overall management of the project and who will be accountable for the project and its deliverables.)

2.6

Period of support (i.e. project duration) does not exceed 2 years (24 months)

2.7

I am aware that: The proposal will be evaluated on the following criteria

a. Methodology

b. Content

c. Applicant’s/Team’s Ability

d. Project Management

e. Other considerations

Please refer to the Assessment Criteria on pages 2-3 of the HRG Application Guidelines

2.8

Entire Application Form:

Completed with NO modifications to the format/layout of the template

Key sections to note:

Section 1f: Curriculum Vitae (CV) of Investigators

2.10

CVs of every team member must be strictly provided in NHB’s stipulated format in no more than 3 pages per investigator. “NA” has been indicated beside the field if the required information is not applicable

Section 3: ABSTRACT OF PROJECT PROPOSAL

2.11

No more than 1000 words in length, providing all info required by NHB

Section 4: DETAILS OF PROJECT PROPOSAL

2.12

Type-written in 11-point, Arial font, no more than 10 pages, addressing all aspects required by NHB, and provided as a separate document attached to the Form

Section 7: ITEMISED BREAKDOWN OF REQUESTED GRANT QUANTUM

2.13

Total funding requested does not exceed $150,000 INCLUSIVE of indirect costs (20% of total direct costs).

2.14

A detailed and itemised breakdown have been provided under the corresponding cost categories.

2.15

Calculations within and across the cost categories are accurate and correct.

2.16

All requested items comply with NHB's fundable Items (Please refer to Point 5.6 and 5.7 of the NHB HRG Application Guidelines)

Section 11: DECLARATION ON ACCURACY OF INFORMATION PROVIDED

2.22

For hardcopy (2 copies required)

· Original signatures are required on BOTH hardcopies

· Signatures provided together, in the given template

2.23

For softcopy in MS Word format

· Signatures are NOT required

RECOMMENDED SUBMISSION DEADLINE TO NHB: 13 Jan 2017

2.24

Hardcopy (2 copies)

Completed Application Form (with ALL signatures and stamps) and all relevant supporting documents

*All PIs are strongly encouraged to obtain acknowledgement of receipt from NHB for their hardcopy submission*

2.25

Softcopy

Completed Application Form (no signatures) and all relevant supporting documents in MS Word format: ( Email to [email protected]

( Cc: [email protected]

2.26

*For School/Institute Administrator*

Have ensured that:

· PI and CIs have no outstanding reports from previous grants from NHB.

· Original signatures have been obtained on both hardcopies for submission

· No conflict of interest in signatories (e.g. a HOD cannot sign for his own proposal as HOD)

· Assistance is rendered to PIs who need help with hardcopy submission BEFORE NHB’s deadline.

· All budget calculations in Application Form are correct

3

School/Institute Requirements

3.1

Complied with the School/Institute’s requirements for grant submission, if any

4

Submission to RSO

4.1

Item to submit by 28 Dec 2016, noon [Softcopy+]:

· Document #1: Indicative interest

4.2

Items to submit by 4 Jan 2017, noon

· Document #2a: Complete summary table (softcopy)

· Document #3a: 2 original signed hardcopies of the Application

· Document #4a: Signed complete checklists (softcopy and hardcopy)

*For PIs who need assistance with admin checks, please contact RSO separately through the School/Institute, BEFORE 4 Jan 2017.

4.3

Items to submit by 17 Jan 2017, noon AFTER grant call has closed [Softcopy+]

· Document #2b: FINAL summary table

· Document #3b: FINAL Application form (with signatures) and all relevant supporting documents in PDF **This is the version submitted to NHB**

· Document #4b: Signed complete checklists (if it has not already been submitted)

· Document #5: NHB’s acknowledgement of receipt for hardcopy submission

+: Softcopy submission should be compiled by the School/Institute and made by uploading to the central drive

Declaration

I/We fully understand that I/We are responsible for the accuracy of the administrative checks done to fulfill the requirements of the NHB HRG Call 02/FY2016 and responsible for any consequence(s) arising from the accuracy of the administrative checks and/or the submission to NHB.

Submitted by:

Principal Investigator

Date

Submitted by:

School/Institute Administrator

Date

Associate Chair (Research)

[or equivalent]

Date

Note: this checklist is for NTU’s internal use and need not be submitted to the grant agency

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Thank you for your attention and cooperation. Best regards,

JiaFangSenior ExecutiveResearch Support Office

From: Director, Research Support Office and Bibliometrics Analysis Sent: Tuesday, December 6, 2016 10:47 AMTo: All NTU Faculty ; RSIS Faculty Staff Cc: NTU President ; NTU Provost ; Chief of Staff and Vice President (Research); Khor Khiam Aik (Prof) ; Timothy John White (Prof) ; Theng Yin Leng (Prof); Kristen Sadler (Dr) ; Valerie Loh Wai Kuan ; Foo Jia Fang ;Yao Wei (Dr) ; RSO-External Grant Queries ; Dean, College of Engineering ; Dean, College of Science ; Dean, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine ; JamesDonovan Best (Prof) ; Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences ; Dean, College of Business(Nanyang Business School) ; Dean, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies ; Staffan Kjelleberg (Prof); Director, Singapore Centre on Environmental Life Sciences Engineering ; Director, EarthObservatory of Singapore ; ExecDir-NEWRI ; Director-Institute for Media Innovation ; ExecDir-ERIAN ; ExecDir-ICRM ; Nanyang Institute of Technology in Health andMedicine ; Director, Complexity Institute ; Associate Dean (Research)-College of Engineering ; Associate Dean (Research)-College of Science ; Associate Dean-College HASS (Research) ; Chair, School of Civil & Environmental Engineering ; Chair, School of Electrical & ElectronicEngineering ; Chair, School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering ; Chair, School of Materials Science andEngineering ; Chair, School of Computer Science & Engineering ; Chair, School of Chemical & BiomedicalEngineering ; Chair, School of Biological Sciences ; Peter Preiser (Prof) ; Chair,School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences ; Chair, Asian School of the Environment ; Chair, School ofHumanities & Social Sciences ; Chair, Wee Kim Wee School of Communication & Information ; Chair, Schoolof Humanities & Social Sciences ; Chair, School of Art, Design & Media ; Associate Chair-Civil &Environmental Engineering (Research) ; Associate Chair-Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (Research) ; Associate Chair-Computer Science & Engineering (Research) ; Associate Chair-Civil & EnvironmentalEngineering (Research) ; Associate Chair-Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Research) ;Associate Chair-Biological Sciences (Research) ; Associate Chair-SPMS (Research) ; Vice Dean,Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (Research) ; Associate Chair-Communication and Information (Research) ; Associate Chair-Humanities & Social Sciences (Research) ; Associate Chair-Art, Design & Media(Research) ; Associate Dean, Research (NBS) ; LIM Shirley (GPL, NSSE) ;Cradle@NTU ; Director, The Photonics Institute ; Chief Executive Officer (NTU Innovation) Subject: Heritage Research Grant (HRG) Call 02/FY2016 by National Heritage Board Dear Colleagues,

1. We are pleased to inform that the National Heritage Board (NHB) had just launched the Heritage Research Grant (HRG) Call 02/FY2016. This is

the 3rd grant call under this scheme.Please see key information regarding this grant in the table below:

Details Heritage Research Grant (HRG) Call 02/FY2016Scope andobjective

· Objective of grant call:Ø To fund research projects related to Singapore’s tangible and intangible heritage,

archaeology as well as the development and adoption of technologies that support thedocumentation of Singapore’s heritage

Ø To encourage institutes of higher learning (IHLs), think tanks, heritage NGOs, academicsand researchers to embark on heritage-related research and/or technology-basedprojects for the documentation and preservation of Singapore’s heritage.

· Research themes:

I. Tangible HeritageII. Intangible Cultural HeritageIII. Value of HeritageIV. Heritage and IdentityPlease refer to Annex A for detailed descriptions and requirements specific to each theme.

Eligibility Each team of researchers shall comprise:· One Principal Investigator (PI) heading the research team and· One or more Co-Investigator(s) (CIs) assisting the PI in conducting and managing the

project

Maximumprojectduration

24 months

Budgetsupported byNHB

No more than $150,000, inclusive of indirect costs

Evaluationcriteria

· Methodology· Content· Applicant’s/Team’s Ability· Project Management· Other considerationsPlease refer to the Assessment Criteria on pages 2-3 of the HRG Application Guidelines

Key deadlines · Indications of interest: 28 Dec 2016, noon· Submission of hardcopy form to RSO for endorsement: 4 Jan 2017, noon· Recommended deadline for early submission to NHB: 13 Jan 2017, 5pm· NHB’s closing date (both softcopy AND hardcopy): 16 Jan 2017

Submission · Complete proposal using attached template (Application form)

· Submit both softcopy and original signed hardcopy to RSO for endorsement* throughSchool/Institute Administrators

· Submit complete and signed application form with relevant documents directly to NHBØ Softcopy – via email to NHB: [email protected], copied to rso-external-

[email protected]Ø Hardcopy (2 copies):

Heritage Research Grant SecretariatHeritage Research and Assessment Division

National Heritage Board61 Stamford Road (Stamford Court), #03-08

Singapore 178892 *Not applicable for researchers from NIE, which has a separate approving authority

Link to website

http://www.nhb.gov.sg/awards-and-grants/grants/heritage-research-grant

2. Interested applicants are requested to prepare their proposals in accordance to grant agency’s guidelines. For submission of research proposals, PIs are requested to take note of the following:

a) Administrative checking is done by applicants and respective School/Institute Administrators. A checklist will be disseminated to yourSchool Administrators for this purpose. Interested applicants are requested to check with their School Administrators regarding their Schools’ internal requirements anddeadlines for administrative checks.

b) The submission process and deadlines stated in the table above.

3. Queries can be sent to [email protected] or respective School Administrators.

Thank you. Regards, Michael Khor

Khor Khiam Aik (Prof) | Director, Research Support Office and Bibliometrics Analysis | President's Office, Nanyang Technological University | N2.1 B4-01, 76 Nanyang Drive, Singapore 637331 Tel: (65) 6592 1816 GMT+8h | Fax: (65) 6791 2397 | Email: [email protected] | Web: www.ntu.edu.sg

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