The research committee core objective is to advocate for research in the field of rheumatology, the committee has rigorous criteria concerning the acceptance of applications, allocation of funding, granting access to data from registries of rheumatic diseases in Kuwait, and efficient resource management that are structured, transparent, and ensuring an ethical approach.
Initial screening
The committee conducts an initial review of applications to ensure they meet basic eligibility criteria and ethical approval granted by the respective authorities. Applicants must ensure the completeness of the application.
Application form
Please click here to download the application forms. (Pdf link). Applicants need to fill in the details and submit it to the following Email address: (KAR.research.committee@Karkwt.org)
Applicants need to specify if application is for:
- Full Grant (full funding, registry data access, resource allocation including medical writer and statistician)
- Partial Grant:
- Full funding only. (no need for access to registry data)
- Access to registry data only. (no need for funding, no need for medical writer)
- Medical writer and statistician (no need for access to registry data, no need for Funding)
- Article processing charges (APCs)
Review Panel Meetings
All applications will be reviewed on regular bases. Applicants should expect a response in a period of 21 days form the time of submission.
Review process: (declaration)
The committee has a transparent Scoring and Feedback System. A scoring system for evaluation is utilized, ensuring each application is judged fairly. The committee reserve the right to provide detailed feedback to unsuccessful applicants, offering insights that could strengthen future applications.
Post-Award Monitoring and Support:
Once an application is accepted, regular check-ins and progress reports should be required. The committee can offer support to researchers.
Ethical Considerations
The committee will ensure that proposed research adheres to ethical guidelines and standards.
If ethical concerns arise during the review, the committee may request further clarification or modifications.