Questions and answers on the reforms of open programs and peer review

CIHR has developed a number of questions and answers to further explain the design of the new Open Suite of Programs and peer review process. This resource will be updated on an ongoing basis as additional questions are raised by the community and more information on our pilots becomes available.

Pilots

Questions & Answers	Description	Last Updated
Eligibility criteria for the Foundation Scheme “live pilot” competitions	To provide further details on the development and application of the eligibility criteria for the Foundation Scheme “live pilot” competitions.	August 2013
Knowledge Synthesis Grant (Fall 2013 competition)	To test reforms elements related to both the application and review processes.	July 2013
Fellowships (Fall 2013 competition)	To test reforms elements related to both the application and review processes.	July 2013
Fellowships (Spring 2013 competition)	To test the functionality and processes proposed for remote review and asynchronous on-line discussion of applications.	January 2013

Evolution of the design

Questions & Answers	Last Updated
Designing for the Future: The New Open Suite of Programs and Peer Review Process	May 2013
What CIHR Heard: Analysis of Feedback on the Design Discussion Document	August 2012
Concerns and Clarifications: additional information and explanations in response to some of the comments and questions CIHR has received from the community about the proposed changes.	March 2012
Design Discussion Document - Proposed Changes to CIHR's Open Suite of Programs and Enhancements to the Peer Review Process	March 2012