Contracts
Funding allocations from the Research Council are always carried out in accordance with a contract. The contract sets out the terms and conditions for the use of the research funding and establishes the parties’ rights and obligations with regard to the implementation of the project.
Contracts with the Research Council
The Project Owner signs an online contract with the Research Council via “My RCN Web”. The deadline for signing the contract will vary depending on whether or not there are partners involved in the project.
What the contract involves
The contract consists of an agreement document, the project description and the Research Council’s General Terms and Conditions for R&D Projects.
Amendments to the contract
If there are any significant changes to your project you may need to amend your contract with the Research Council. You will need to notify us of the changes via “My RCN Web”.
Roles defined in the contract
There are various formal roles to be filled in an R&D project funded by the Research Council. Below you will find the terms we use in our contracts and the responsibilities assigned to each role.