2.1 Current state of research in the field
Describe your project in the context of the current state of knowledge in your field. Make reference to the most important publications (design projects), particularly by other authors.
Please describe:
• which previous insights provided the starting point and basis for the planned studies / project
• in which areas research is needed, and why
• which important, relevant research projects are currently underway in Switzerland and abroad.
2.2 Current state of your own research
Please present the research work you have already undertaken in the relevant field, describe the results obtained so far as well as the relevance of these preliminary undertakings for your project. For a follow-up to an already approved project, please report on the work conducted within the scope of the previous project and the results obtained.
2.3 Detailed research plan
Based on the information provided under 2.1 and 2.2, please specify the approach you are taking and the concrete objectives that you aim to achieve in the period of funding.
• Describe the studies or experiments needed and/or envisaged to reach the set goals. Assess the risks involved and propose alternatives if necessary.
• Characterise existing sources and datasets and describe the data collection strategy and possible alternative strategies.
• Explain the role of each member of the research team (incl. applicants, employees, project partners and collaborations).
Your description should be as detailed as is necessary to enable an expert to assess whether your methodology is appropriate and your project feasible.
2.4 Schedule and milestones
Please compile a schedule that includes the most important milestones.