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%% GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE RESEARCH AND IMPACT PLAN. 
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\instructions{
\textbf{\Large{2026 call: Flagships selected in 4th Flagship Programme call, interim evaluation\vspace{10pt}\\ Guidelines and template for research and impact plan}} \vspace{10pt}
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The research and impact plan is submitted as a PDF appendix on the tab ‘Research and impact plan’ in the online services. Remember to convert the file into PDF format before attaching it in the application form. Read the \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/}{call text} carefully and familiarise yourself with the \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/peer-review-and-funding-decision/guides-for-reviewers/}{review guidelines, review form and principle of responsible evaluation} before you start writing the plan. Name the attachment file as follows: research\_plan\_yoursurname.pdf.
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    \item The maximum length of the plan is 15 pages.
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    \item Use a single-column layout when writing the text.
    \item The list of references is part of the research and impact plan and does not count towards the length of the plan, maximum length 2 pages
    \item All references must be added directly into the text, for example as follows: (author(s), year) or [number]. You must not use footnotes.
    \item The maximum size of the PDF appendix is 50 MB.
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\textbf{The instructions, structure and layout provided must be followed} to ensure the equal treatment of applicants. Use the headings provided. The application cannot be submitted if the system detects an deviation in the headings, the page configuration or structure.
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\begin{itemize}
    \item Write the research and impact plan on this template.
    \item Fill in the sections according to the practices of your own discipline.
    \item You cannot edit or delete the headings in the template. If necessary, you may add subheadings.
    \item See the \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/online-services/}{How-to guides for the online services} on our website for the technical instructions. 
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The plan should describe the Flagship progress (first two years of operation), future plans (last 4 years of funding term and beyond), expected outcomes, and evolution of the ecosystem.\\ \vspace{10pt}
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%% >>>>>>>>>> ADD YOUR RESEARCH AND IMPACT PLAN TITLE IN THE FIELD BELOW:
\textbf{\LARGE{Write here: Title of and impact plan}}\\

%% >>>>>>>>>> ADD YOUR NAME AND THE ABBREVIATION OF CONSORTIUM IF APPLICABLE:
Write here: Applicant's name (and abbreviation of consortium)

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\section{Flagship details} 
	
\instructions{
 Name and abbreviation of candidate flagship; host organisation(s); director and vice director; possible subgroup PI(s)
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\section{Brief summary of demonstrated scientific excellence and impact in support of economic growth and/or society during first two years of Flagship operation (max 3 pages)}

\instructions{
Brief overview of the Flagship activities since kick-off; building on the Flagship goals, self-evaluation of the efficiency and effectiveness of the Flagship activities during the first two years of operation; reflection on possibly identified needs/changes necessary from the point of view of achieving Flagship goals and added value generation
	}	

 \section{Plan for promoting scientific excellence and impact in support of economic growth and/or society for remaining funding period and beyond (max 8 pages)}
 
 \subsection{Plan for remaining funding period and beyond}
 
 \instructions{Advancement of the Flagship goals and how the plan builds on previous work. Main changes to the original plan with justifications; implementation of the plan, approaches, methods, new initiatives, data, schedule (incl. milestones and deliverables), risk management and mitigation; expected main outcomes by the end of the funding term; strategy beyond the Flagship term and expected outcomes}
 
 \subsection*{Responsible science}
 
  	\instructions{This subsection is a mandatory part of the plan. All listed points must be fully addressed, as each constitutes a factor in the review and decision-making process. Furthermore, please note that applications will not be processed if any one of the following four elements is missing: 
    \begin{enumerate}
        \item a description of dimensions related to gender equality and nondiscrimination in the research, or a justification if not relevant
         \item a description of how equality and nondiscrimination will be promoted in the composition of the research group and collaboration
        \item a description of how good scientific practice will be followed in the project
         \item a description of how open access to research publications and research data will be ensured. 
    \end{enumerate}
    Read more about \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/how-to-apply-for-funding/az-index-of-application-guidelines/responsible-science/}{responsible science}.\\ \vspace{10pt}
   Elements to be addressed in this subsection:
    \begin{itemize}
        \item State whether dimensions related to gender equality and nondiscrimination are relevant to the proposed research. If relevant, explain how these aspects are integrated into the research plan (e.g. concerning project’s objectives, methodology, analysis and dissemination). If not relevant, justify their non-applicability.
        \item Describe how equality and nondiscrimination will be promoted in the composition of the research group and collaborations.
        \item Describe how good scientific practice will be followed in the project.
        \item Explain how open access to research publications and research data will be ensured.
        \item Consideration of sustainable development goals in project activities.
   \end{itemize}
    }

\section{Ecosystem and organisation}

\instructions{
Links to host organisation’s strategic priorities; description of host organisations’ roles, flagship management and administrative structures; key collaborators and their roles together with a description of active collaborations with the business sector and/or other sectors of society; description of the innovation orientation of the environment; actions to increase the appeal of the competence cluster/research environment; identified needs for changes and strategy for the development of the ecosystem
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	\instructions{The list of references (no more than 2 pages) is not included in the length of the plan. Please note that the text type, font size and line spacing of the list are the same as elsewhere in the plan. The list of references can be added manually or, for example, by using BibTeX. \\ \vspace{10pt}
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