Application Process

Eligible applicants are asked to submit a Letter of Intent outlining the aims of their research project. All Letters of Intent will be reviewed by the Review Committee who will select a number of candidates to submit a full proposal. The Review Committee will then evaluate full proposals in detail, before selecting the Awardee.

Terms and Conditions

Timeline

2026 2027
August 1 Start of Letter of Intent submission
January 31 End of Letter of Intent submission
February 28 Evaluation of LOIs by Judging Panel
March 15 Deadline for submissions full proposal
May 5 Applicants notified of Judging Panel decision
July 31 Funding available
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Applications for the SPIN Award 2027 will be accepted between August 1, 2026, and January 31, 2027.

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