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Elements of Centers: Essential Characteristics, Activities, & Administrative Considerations



 

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Core Center Specialized Center Comprehensive Center
Essential Characteristics Thematic Focus Thematic focus to which all projects relate
Synergy Synergy should be present from initiation
Innovation Must clearly demonstrate creative/innovative aspects
Involvement of different disciplines Must involve several scientific disciplines or sub-disciplines / must demonstrate transdisciplinary collaboration
Activities Breadth of science from basic to clinical Optional Optional Required
Application includes specific pilot or developmental studies May not propose May propose
Capacity for conceptualization and development of pilot work not specifically proposed No May propose process for development and internal review of pilots
National Resource Required to be or become
Training and mentoring No requirement Required
Outreach to public groups No requirement Required
Administrative Considerations Duration of Support 5 years, renewable
Site visit, if competitive Rarely Required



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