On November 3, two new projects were launched for employees of the University of Silesia: "Research Excellence Initiative" (IDB) and a pro-quality program (new formula).
The aim of the "Research Excellence Initiative" is to strengthen the position of the University of Silesia as a research university through, among others, professional development of employees, raising the level of scientific research and increasing the recognition of universities in the international arena. Over 6 million zloty per year will be allocated for the program. "Research Excellence Initiative" consists of six areas of support:
- Research - financing research of international importance,
- Young talents - development of students and doctoral students,
- Mobility - financing foreign research internships,
- Development - training for employees,
- Infrastructure - purchase of research, teaching and artistic equipment,
- Visibility - financing open access to scientific publications.
Recruitment is currently underway in the IDB competition entitled "Freedom to research". Applications can be submitted until November 30th. Detailed information on the "Research Excellence Initiative" and individual competitions (in Polish): link.
The "pro-quality program" serves to strengthen and promote high-quality research conducted by employees of the University of Silesia. The program will reward researchers who care about the high level of their scientific activity, whose achievements meet the criteria set out in the Rector's ordinance. The pro-quality bonus, which can be granted in the amount of PLN 1 to 80 thousand, covers various types of activities, including:
- publishing activities,
- applying for funding for research projects (domestic and foreign),
- expert activity,
- running a scientific journal published at the University of Silesia,
- establishing scientific cooperation,
- outstanding achievements in the field of art.
This year, up to 4 million zloty has been allocated to the implementation of the pro-quality program. Detailed information about the program, including terms and conditions and the procedure, are available at: link