Call for submission: The e-ASIA Joint Research Program (e-ASIA JRP) Research Cooperation in the Field of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management On the topic of Use of Emerging Technologies in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

We are delighted to announce that the e-ASIA Joint Research Program (e-ASIA JRP) Research Cooperation in the Field of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management has a call for submissions on the topic of the Use of Emerging Technologies in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management

The e-ASIA Joint Research Program (hereinafter referred to as the “e-ASIA JRP”) aims to develop a vibrant and collaborative research community in Science and Technology, to promote innovation in the East Asian region, and to contribute to the region’s economic development. As part of the program, the Member Organizations of the e-ASIA JRP listed below have agreed to implement a joint call for proposals for multilateral cooperative research activities.

Participating Member Organizations (listed in alphabetical order)
1) China: National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC)
2) Indonesia: National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN)
3) Japan: Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)
4) Malaysia: Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM)
5) Philippines: Department of Science and Technology, Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST-PCIEERD)
6) Singapore: Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)
7) Vietnam: Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Any Filipino, public, or private entity with proven competence may apply for funding support if projects fall under the specific research areas.
  • Filipino researchers should be connected with any public and private universities and colleges and Research and Development Institutes. The eligibility of the Philippine Principal Investigator shall be determined by DOST-PCIEERD based on his/her readiness in terms of technical, managerial, financial, and marketing capabilities (if necessary). As such, the proponent shall submit documents/proof of the following: credentials/proof of capability, track record, and endorsement of his/her institution, must not have any existing accountability with DOST (Department of Science and Technology) and its agencies particularly technical and financial reports, and must not have pending administrative or criminal case involving financial transactions. The Philippine Principal Investigator must possess at least a master’s degree in a relevant field.

Funding Modality: Two (2) new projects could be supported under this call.

Funding amount if applicable: PhP 15,000,000.00 per project for a maximum of three (3) years duration shall be provided by DOST to support collaborative projects.

How to Apply

  1. Interested researchers should submit their proposals using the DOST-GIA proposal format through the DOST e-proposal portal, http://dpmis.dost.gov.ph before the Closing Date on 31 March 2025, 5:00 PM (PHST). Together with the proposal, DOST-PCIEERD requires submission of a formal letter of intent from the applicant and an endorsement from the authorized head of organization. The authorized head of the organization will also be the principal signatory of their organization for the research agreement award.
  2. It will not be possible to submit an application to the call after the time mentioned above. Proposals submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to leave enough time for proposal inputting in the DPMIS before this date.

When submitting your application, please follow these steps:

  1. Register and create an account in the DPMIS
  2. Log in to your DPMIS account
  3. Select Type of Proposal: Alternative Energy – 1 4th e-ASIA Call for Proposals
  4. Select Classification: New Proposal

The following will automatically be disapproved:

  1. Proposals from organizations that are not qualified to submit during this Call;
  2. Proposals outside the priority areas of the Council; and
  3. Proposals submitted to any other call route/Council/s.
  4. Proposals not submitted through DPMIS.
  5. Proposals that do not meet the requirement of involving at least three participating countries, as specified in the Guidelines, will be automatically disapproved.

For further details, please see document below: