Academic Resources

In applying for a research grant, it is essential to start by identifying the appropriate granting body or agency to contact for your proposal, as each such body usually has its own particular work plan and/or priority areas.
The Internet is usually the best source for such information. Good places to start are searchable databases, which have comprehensive links to granting bodies and agencies. A good place to start is the Nordic Research Councils.
It is also a good idea to keep your eyes and ears open all the time for possible funding opportunities while scanning journals and newsletters, or even talking to colleagues.
Once you have identified the appropriate granting body and checked that you can meet both the eligibility criteria and the deadline for the submission of applications, your proposal should be written out in the format stipulated by your chosen organization. Almost all granting bodies now have electronic application forms posted on the Internet, although these can sometimes be both complex and cumbersome.
Find more information here:
Science and Development Network: How do I apply for a research grant?
Global Development Network: Toolkit: Proposal writing and fundraising

NIAS SUPRA - Support Programme for Asian Studies - is a network for students in the Nordic region who studies Asia. The programme offers scholarships and academic services to its members. Find more here http://www.nias.ku.dk/supra/default.asp

MA-students, who are presently carrying out thesis work in research fields that fall within the research framework of NIAS, and who are interested in joining the NIAS researcher community for a period of time, are called on to apply for a workplace (studieplads) at NIAS. The selected candidate will be given work space at NIAS and access to the Institute's research facilities in return for carrying out minor tasks for NIAS, to be specified along the way, but please note that the post is unsalaried. Anybody interested should fill in the application form and send it to NIAS Director Jørgen Delman. Further information is available from Erik Skaaning, phone +45 35329521, email: erik@nias.ku.dk

NIAS offers special scholarships for senior researchers and post-docs from members of the Nordic NIAS Council to work in a stimulating research environment and use the research facilities at NIAS for periods of two or four weeks. Longer stays are possible, but need to be negotiated. The scholarship provides the affiliated Nordic researchers with an opportunity to stay at NIAS, covering inexpensive travel to and from Copenhagen and accommodation at Nordisk Kollegium.
The visiting scholar enjoys full access to the library and information services of NIAS LINC, office facilities, contact networks and scholarly environment while being at NIAS.
For more information please contact Erik Skaaning (erik@nias.ku.dk).