The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), through the UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP), has opened the program’s 5th Cycle for submission of innovative research proposals that focus on two key areas: Cloud formation and rain enhancement. UAEREP is an international research initiative designed to advance the science and technology of rain enhancement by offering managed grant assistance to selected teams of researchers. As part of its 5th Cycle, the program will provide funding for up to two awards, and each winning research proposal will receive US$1.5 million, distributed over three years, with a maximum annual amount of $550K.
The award offers a great opportunity for researchers and institutions from around the world to showcase their groundbreaking research work and receive recognition on a global scale by finding innovative solutions that ensure the sustainability of water sources. To date, the program has funded eleven projects from around the world, which have made remarkable contributions and achievements in addressing the challenge of water stress in the UAE and other arid regions across the world. For instructions on how to apply, please check out this video.
Important dates:
- Deadline for registration for 5th cycle: March 9, 2023
- Deadline for pre-proposal submission: March 16, 2023
- Deadline for full proposal submission: August 24, 2023.
