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Future Forests - Sustainable Strategies under Uncertainty and Risk

Mistra invites applications to establish a research programme in collaboration with users.

History:

2008-06-22: Future Forests
Download:
Call for Pre-Proposals (pdf, 170 kB)

Read more:
How to apply (pdf, 730 kB)

A printed version of the guide "How to apply" can be ordered here.

Contact:
Olof Olsson
Programmes Director Mistra
Phone: + 46 8 791 10 22

Britt Marie Bertilsson
Programmes Director Mistra
Phone: + 46 8 791 10 22

In a globalized world, in shifting market conditions and with a changing climate, society must adopt more flexible and enduring strategies. This applies particularly to the use of forest resources and management of forest ecosystems. Approaches that meet new sustainable commercial as well as management challenges are essential.
 
Mistra´s vision is that future generations, too, should enjoy opportunities to build prosperity on a forest landscape with an ample capacity to provide goods and services — a diversified future forest landscape that is rich in resources in a broad sense. To fulfil the vision, Mistra invites applicants to build a research platform that engages users in generating new ideas, knowledge and practices. Mistra expects a successful applicant to look beyond the immediate future and consider how forests should be prepared to meet long-term requirements, 50 to 100 years from now. This call therefore supports novel approaches and new forms of collaboration.

How to submit Pre-Proposals:
The Pre-Proposals must be submitted by e-mail to forestcall@mistra.org not later than 4.00 pm on October 11, 2007. Please follow the instructions in the call concerning content and other conditions. If possible please bundle your proposal in one document, preferably as a pdf file.

Updated: 2008-06-29

2008-10-02
Planning grant for sustainable urban development
Three groups have been granted support for continued planning of their research proposals to Mistra´s...

2008-06-22
Two new programmes and three that continue
Use of the forest and homes of the future are in focus for the two new research programmes that...

2008-06-22
Homes for Tomorrow
The Board passed a preliminary decision to grant a maximum of 45 million SEK for a first four-year...

Remember that...
Preparing a proposal that cuts across disciplinary boundaries and boundaries between research and practical use takes time - much longer than most people think. Make time and create places to meet, and invest in developing a team spirit.

Careful thought needs to be given to how a programme can provide value to users, while still meeting researchers  needs in terms of career development.

Interdisciplinary research often takes longer than research within a single discipline. Plan sufficient time to allow for this.

A Mistra programme often requires experienced researchers with both depth and breadth. There therefore needs to be a balance between senior researchers and postgraduate students.

Avoid having large numbers of participants involved in the programme on a limitedpart-time basis, since this makes it more difficult to achieve the shared goals of the  programme.

The programme manager is a key figure in ensuring that the programme achieves its objectives. Being the manager of a Mistra programme is generally a full-time job.  Think through who the most suitable person is to take on the challenging task of leading your group.

Make every effort to ensure that communication between researchers and users is a two-way process. One-way presentations of ideas and research results by researchers rarely inspire a sense of involvement and commitment on the part of intended users.