Projects & Fellowships

INQUA promotes international collaboration in Quaternary Science and aims to improve communication and cooperation through networking. To encourage and facilitate this collaboration, INQUA offers financial support for projects, including the development of International Research Networks and International Skill Activities. Additionally, it provides funding for individual researchers through its Fellowship Program.

The basic criteria for evaluating and awarding funds for INQUA projects, and fellowships include:

  • Scientific quality
  • Originality and novelty
  • Feasibility (e.g., working plan, expertise, and potential for fostering collaboration)
  • Qualifications of the applicant(s)
  • Justification for the requested funding
  • Relevance of the host laboratory, as applicable

By adhering to these criteria, the selection process aims to ensure that the funded projects are of high quality and significance.

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