Step 2: Applying for research profile (KKS)

Notification of interest for Research Profile Application

The Research Profile programme funded by the KK Foundation requires a mandatory expression of interest from the university’s leadership, outlining specific institutional-level criteria. To apply within the programme, the research environment must inform the responsible dean well in advance. Upon a positive response, the proposed project leader will be invited to submit an internal notification of interest (see template).

The Research Strategic Group (FSG) assesses each preliminary notification based on the following principles:

• The project is well-motivated: The host environment(s) can clearly explain that they have the necessary conditions to design and implement the project in line with the program's purpose and goals.

• The project contributes to the development of research and education at Karlstad University: The host environment(s) can clearly explain the value of the research profile for Karlstad University. The notification of interest is expected to describe goals that concretize the university's vision and strategy.

• The project can be scaled up: The host environment(s) can present a plan to add additional funds from other financiers to strengthen and extend the initiative.

• Quarantine: After rejection of two applications (two consecutive years), the host environment(s) must wait at least one year before a renewed application is allowed to be submitted again.

If a notification of interest receives high ratings on all principles, continued development into a complete application is recommended. The rector makes the final decision on whether the application should be submitted or not.

FSG is responsible for submitting the institution's justification for each Research Profile to the KK Foundation.