NSERC has released the 2009-2010 Program Guide for Professors. This document supersedes all previous NSERC guidelines and is in effect as of September 2009.

Read the summary of changes for a quick review of the revisions.

Notable changes include:

• Shifting the CHRP deadline back to October 1st
• Clarifications to the CREATE program description
• Review of DGs & RTIs by “Evaluation Groups”
• Form 101 changes – all samples of research contributions must be submitted electronically
• NSERC’s Policy on Intellectual Property has been revised

The apparent shift away from paper submission might be problematic for some applicants. Be sure to get electronic copies of your research contributions ready ahead of the DG 2010 deadline (November 1)!