VRCN 2016 Project Grants Funding Round - applications now OPEN

Applications are currently being sought for project proposals from suitably qualified applicants to undertake research and improvement projects that focus on the delivery of care for renal patients, improving patient outcomes and the patient experience. 

The grants will be funded by the VRCN and will be guided by current objectives and priorities including: enhancing access to care, reducing unwarranted variation in care, new ways of working, supporting patient choice and facilitating kidney transplantation where possible.
We are specifically seeking to fund multidisciplinary, collaborative projects with a focus on quality improvement, implementation and which have the potential for state-wide applicability.

Unless otherwise state, applications must adhere to the VRCN 2016 Project Grants Application Guidelines (Attached here)

All applications must be submitted on the VRCN 2016 Project Grants Application Form (Attached here)

Applications or questions can be submitted via email on the application form to the following email address:
Renal.ClinicalNetwork@dhhs.vic.gov.au

Funding round timetable

Expressions of interest open	Friday 18 March 2016
Closing date for expression of interest	15 April 2016, 2:00pm
Endorsement by VRCN Leadership Group	2 May 2016
Advice to applicants	9 May 2016

Applications must be received by 2:00pm Friday 8 April 2016
Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be accepted

Flyer attached here.