List of required information for application:
1. Project title and summary: A clear and concise title and a brief summary of the proposed project.
2. Project objectives: Clearly state the specific objectives and goals of the proposed research.
3. Background and significance: Provide a thorough review of the current knowledge and gaps in HIV vaccine research, and explain how the proposed project addresses these gaps.
4. Innovation: Describe the innovative aspects of the proposed research and how it will contribute to the field of HIV vaccine discovery.
5. Research plan: Provide a detailed plan for conducting the research, including experimental design, methods, and expected outcomes.
6. Preliminary data: Include any preliminary data or pilot studies that support the feasibility or potential success of the proposed research.
7. Project timeline: Provide a timeline that outlines the major milestones and deliverables throughout the project duration.
8. Budget: Prepare a detailed budget that outlines the anticipated costs for personnel, supplies, equipment, and other project-related expenses.
9. Facilities and resources: Describe the facilities, equipment, and resources available to support the proposed research.
10. Collaborations and partnerships: Provide information on any collaborations, partnerships, or existing research networks that will enhance the proposed research.
11. Personnel qualifications: Include biographical sketches or CVs of key personnel involved in the project, highlighting their expertise and previous research experience in HIV vaccine discovery.
12. Ethical considerations: Describe any ethical considerations or potential risks associated with the proposed research and how they will be addressed.
13. Knowledge dissemination: Outline plans for disseminating research findings, including publications, presentations, or community engagement activities.
14. Expected impact and outcomes: Describe the potential impact and outcomes of the proposed research, including how it aligns with the overall goal of preventing acquisition or ongoing infection by HIV.
15. Go/No-Go criteria: Clearly define the negotiated Go/No-Go criteria that will determine the continuation of funding beyond Year 2, and explain how the proposed research will meet these criteria.