Flagship Collaboration Fund
Collaboration is a key principle of the Flagship initiative.
- 19 August 2011 | Updated 14 October 2011
The Flagship Collaboration Fund (FCF) supports the CSIRO National Research Flagships Program in achieving their goals by providing funding to engage external capability to:
- solve specific science problems
- develop expertise for CSIRO and its partners
- build collaborative partnerships.
In all cases, funded research must align with the research of one or more of the National Research Flagships.
At different times throughout the year, the FCF provides contestable funding for:
Guidelines and details of how to apply for funding are available under each type of funding listed above.
Prospective applicants should contact the relevant Flagship to discuss their proposals prior to the submission of any application for funding.
Fast facts
- More than $100M has been committed to support collaborative activities with the CSIRO National Research Flagships Program.
- The FCF has engaged with over 70 different external institutions since 2005.
- The FCF provides a unique way to formally engage with CSIRO and support efforts in addressing issues of national significance.