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All proposals for research funding from applicants and co-applicants in the Faculty of Health Sciences should include the following address for the Applicant’s Organization on the application:
- McMaster University
Faculty of Health Sciences
Mailing Address: 1280 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1
For Deliveries: 1200 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z5
Phone: 905-525-9140 x21027
Email: hsresadm@mcmaster.ca
All proposals for research funding from applicants and co-applicants in the Faculty of Health Sciences must be signed by the Vice-Dean of Research on behalf of McMaster University:
- Dr. Jonathan Bramson
Vice-Dean, Research
McMaster University
Mailing Address: 1280 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1
For Deliveries: 1200 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z5
Phone: 905-525-9140 x21027
Email: hsresadm@mcmaster.ca
To obtain an institutional signature, please review the HRS Checklist Instructions.
All proposals for research funding from applicants and co-applicants in the Faculty of Health Sciences should indicate the Financial Officer on the application as:
- Sonya Caissie
Assistant Comptroller, FHS Research Finance
McMaster University, Faculty of Health Sciences
Mailing Address: 1280 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8S 4K1
For Deliveries: 1200 Main St. W., HSC-3H9, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z5
Phone: 905-525-9140 x20780
Email: hsresfin@mcmaster.ca
HRS requires the following information:
- Completed HRS Checklist signed by the Principal Investigator and the Department Chair
- Research proposal
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Ethics/Biohazard Approvals (if applicable)
- Application with Principal Investigator’s and Department Chair’s signatures
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Yes, all proposals for research funding from applicants and co-applicants in the Faculty of Health Sciences should submit their application for review by HRS on behalf of McMaster University two weeks prior to the deadline date. To obtain institutional approval/signature(s), please review the HRS Checklist Instructions.
Yes, all proposals for research funding from co-applicants in the Faculty of Health Sciences should submit their application for review by HRS on behalf of McMaster University two weeks prior to the deadline date. To obtain institutional approval/signature(s), you do not need to submit an HRS Checklist.
Indirect costs (overhead) are expenses incurred in the conduct of research that are not directly attributed to a specific research effort but are still a valid cost of doing research. Examples of indirect costs include: central research and financial services, certification offices, heat, light and hydro, libraries and computer services, etc.
The McMaster Policy on Indirect Costs Associated with Research stipulates that overhead must be charged on research projects to assist in covering the costs associated with operating university facilities. The chart below details the applicable overhead rate associated with various funding sources. This is not meant to be a comprehensive summary but does provide the rates for the most common types of funding.
| Funding Source | Indirect Cost Rate |
|---|---|
| Private Sector | 40% of total direct costs |
| Federal Government | 40% of total direct costs or 65% on salaries |
| NSERC Research Partnerships Programs | 25% of total direct costs applied to industry contribution |
| Ontario Centres of Excellence (excluding VIP 1 and TalentEdge programs. Contact MILO for guidance when applying) |
30% of total direct costs applied to industry contribution |
| Provincial Government | 40% of total direct costs |
| Municipal Government | 40% of total direct costs |
Please consult our office if you have any questions regarding overhead rates. The reinvestment of overhead into the direct costs of a project is only applicable in rare and special circumstances. Such reinvestment is subject to written approval by the Department Chair, Faculty Dean, and Vice-President of Research.
The Facilities and Administrative (F&A) rate for NIH grants is 8% less equipment. Complete details can be found on the NIH website: Allowability of Facilities & Administrative (F&A) Costs for Foreign and International Organizations.
For any other Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) the F&A rates is 10% as per the Rate Agreement.
For further details, please contact the Senior Grant Advisors.
HRS Senior Grants Officers can assist in obtaining letters of support for McMaster researchers who are identified as principal applicants or co-applicants on grant applications. The McMaster researcher and their Department Chair should prepare the letter(s) of support and forward it to the HRS Office at hsresadm@mcmaster.ca for review and an institutional signature.
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