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%% GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE RESEARCH PLAN. 
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\instructions{
\textbf{\Large{2026 Mid-term evaluation of 2022--2029 CoE programme\\ Guidelines and template for research plan}}\\
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The research plan is submitted as a PDF appendix on the tab ‘Research plan’ in the online services. Remember to convert the file into PDF format before attaching it in the application form. Name the attachment file as follows: \textbf{Plan\_yoursurname.pdf}. \\
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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.
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    \item The maximum length of the plan is 8 pages.
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    \item The list of references is included in the length of the research plan. The font size in the list is 10 pt.
    \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 the structure.
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\begin{itemize}
    \item Write the 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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%% >>>>>>>>>> ADD YOUR RESEARCH PLAN TITLE IN THE FIELD BELOW:
\textbf{\LARGE{Write here: Title of 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{Accomplishments during the 2022--2025 CoE term} 
	
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  	Describe the following aspects (approx. 2 pages):
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        \item How the Centre of Excellence has achieved its goals for the CoE period
        \item How the goals promote the objectives of the CoE programme in terms of quality, innovativeness, novelty, impact and renewal
        \item How the added value of the CoE has been reflected in the activities over the past four years.
    \end{itemize}
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\section{Plan for the 2027--2029 CoE term}

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  	Describe the following aspects (approx. 5 pages, incl. subsection 'Responsible science'):
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        \item Objectives of the Centre of Excellence for the remaining period
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            \item How they will be implemented and how they are interlinked
            \item The complementary expertise of the CoE’s PIs in relation to the objectives 
            \item Description of research environments and how they support the objectives.
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        \item Collaborators
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            \item Roles of collaborators and description of what is achieved through the collaboration
        \end{itemize}
        \item CoE’s plan for activity in applying for EU funding
        \item Plan for CoE’s activities after the end of the funding period (exit plan), and the commitment of the host organisations to the operations during and after the period.
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 \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: 
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        \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}.
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        \item State whether dimensions related to gender equality and nondiscrimination are relevant to the proposed research
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            \item If relevant, explain how these aspects are integrated into the research plan (e.g. concerning project’s objectives, methodology, analysis and dissemination).
            \item If not relevant, justify their non-applicability.
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        \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.
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