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%% GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE PLAN OF INTENT. 
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\instructions{
	\textbf{\Large{Call for Finnish Centres of Excellence in Research 2026-2033, first stage: General guidelines and template for plan of intent}}\\
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	The plan of intent is submitted as a PDF appendix on the tab ‘Research plan’ in the online services. Remember to compile the .tex file as a PDF before attaching it in the application form. Name the attachment file as follows: Plan\_of\_Intent\_CoE\_yoursurname.pdf. \\
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	Read the \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/}{\underline{call text}} carefully and familiarise yourself with the \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/peer-review-and-funding-decision/guides-for-reviewers/}{\underline{review guidelines, review form}} and \href{https://www.aka.fi/globalassets/10rahoitus/2024-liitteet/review_principles_201023.pdf}{\underline{principle of responsible evaluation (PDF)}} before you start writing the plan of intent.
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		\item The maximum length of the plan of intent is \textbf{9} pages.
	     	\item The paper size is A4.
		\item The font is Calibri/Carlito 12 pt.
		\item The line spacing is 1.
		\item The margins are 20 mm.
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		\item The font size in tables and images must be at least 10 pt.
		\item Use a single-column layout when writing the text.
		\item The list of references is included in the length of the plan of intent. 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 a deviation in the headings, page configuration or structure.
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		\item Write the plan of intent on this template.
		\item Fill in the sections according to the practices of your own discipline.
		\item You must not 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/}{\underline{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 the plan of intent}}\\

%% >>>>>>>>>> ADD YOUR NAME AND THE ABBREVIATION OF CONSORTIUM IF APPLICABLE:
Write here: Name (and abbreviation) of centre of excellence

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\section{Background and significance} 

	\instructions{
  	In this section describe following aspects:
	\begin{itemize}
		\item Significance of research project in relation to current knowledge, research-based starting points.
		\begin{itemize}
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] How the project and the methods used are linked to previous international and/or national research (state of the art).
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Research premise, aims and objectives.
		\end{itemize}
		\item	Research questions and/or hypotheses
	\end{itemize}
	}
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\section{Impact}

	\instructions{
  	In this section describe following aspects:
	\begin{itemize}
	\item Outcomes and impacts of research within academia.
		\begin{itemize}
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Expected research results and their anticipated scientific impact.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] CoE’s novelty or added value for science.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Potential for scientific breakthroughs and for promoting scientific renewal.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Research impact within the scientific community.
		\end{itemize}	
	\item Effects, impact and interaction beyond academia.
		\begin{itemize}
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Brief description of the appeal, utilisation potential and application areas of the research results beyond the scientific community.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] For instance, provide a self-assessment of the expected societal impact of the research in the long or short term. Impact beyond academia may come in many different forms depending on the research field and the project. For example, science is a source of wealth and prosperity, but it also improves our understanding of the world and enhances the level of civilisation, supports the development of good practices and informs decision-making.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/tutkimuksen_vaikuttavuus}{\underline{Read more about the broader impact of research.}}
		\end{itemize}
	\end{itemize}
	}
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\section{Implementation}

	\instructions{
  	In this section describe following aspects:
	\begin{itemize}
	\item Work plan and schedule.
		\begin{itemize}
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Description of the research to be performed, starting from objectives, scientific references and preliminary data (if available).
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Description of research tasks, their implementation and interconnections.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] If necessary, description of the responsibilities and management related to these tasks.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Schedule for project implementation, incl. research tasks and work packages, distribution of personnel resources, and project milestones and deliverables.
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	\item Research data and material, methods, and research environment.
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			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Research data to be used.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Research methods and how they will contribute to answering the research questions or confirming the hypotheses, or how they will support the chosen approach.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Brief description of local, national and/or international research environment including research infrastructures. Enter the infrastructures to be used also on the tab ‘Affiliations’ in the online services.
		\end{itemize}
	\item Risk assessment and alternative implementation strategies
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			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Critical points for success, probability of risks, means by which risks can be managed, and alternative implementation strategies.
		\end{itemize}
	\item Project personnel and their project-relevant key merits.
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			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Task and role of principal investigators PI (applicant) in the project.
			\item[$\Rightarrow$] Scientific added value of consortium for attainment of research objectives compared to traditional forms of research collaboration. \href{https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/how-to-apply-for-funding/az-index-of-application-guidelines2/consortium-applications/}{\underline{Read more in the consortium application guidelines.}}
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	\item Collaborators
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			\item[$\Rightarrow$] National and international collaborators of key significance to project implementation.
		\end{itemize}
	\end{itemize}
	}
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%%%% REFERENCES %%%%
%The list of references is included in the length of the research plan. All references must be added directly into the text, for example as follows: (author(s), year) or [number]. You must not use footnotes. The list of references can be added manually or, for example, by using BibTeX.

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	\instructions{The list of references is included in the length of the plan of intent. The font size in the list is 10 pt. All references must be added directly into the text, for example as follows: (author(s), year) or [number]. You must not use footnotes. The list of references can be added manually or, for example, by using BibTeX. \\ \vspace{10pt}
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