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NSERC Discovery Grants Program is sponsored by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). Discovery Grants provide long-term operating funding for programs of research in the natural sciences and engineering. They support ongoing research programs with long-term goals rather than a single short-term project or activity.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Faculty at Canadian universities conducting research in natural sciences and engineering. Must meet NSERC eligibility requirements. Adjunct professors may also be eligible. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $20,000-$50,000/year for 5 years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for NSERC Discovery Grants Program are due August 4, 2026. This is an annual program. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
NSERC Discovery Grants Program is funded by Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The solicitation lists 4 required documents: Canadian Common CV, Notification of Intent to Apply, Full Application via Research Portal, and STRAC Policy Attestation (if applicable). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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