2nd Call
GAC Indo-Pacific Hydrogen Research Innovation Scholarships and Fellowships for Canadian’s Program (IPHRI)

SFU International invites applications from eligible Canadian SFU graduate students (“scholars”), postdoctoral fellows, academics, and researchers (“fellows”) for the Indo-Pacific Hydrogen Research Innovation (IPHRI) Scholarships and Fellowships Program.

The IPHRI Program supports Canadian scholars and fellows to travel and undertake research and research-related activities in the Indo-Pacific region that contribute to the advancement of clean, cost-effective hydrogen production and related innovation.

Applicants are encouraged to review the Call for Applications carefully before submitting an application, including information on eligibility, eligible activities and expenses, assessment criteria, research security requirements, and available funding.

Application deadline: 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time), Friday, October 9, 2026.

Late applications will not be accepted.

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Please confirm: (Required.)

I have read the call details and am eligible to apply

APPLICANT INFORMATION

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First and last name: (Required.)

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Email: (Required.)

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Department/School/Unit and Faculty: (Required.)

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Applicant category: Please select one. (Required.)

Graduate Student

Postdoctoral Fellow

Faculty Member / Academic Researcher

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY

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If you are applying as a graduate student, please confirm that you:

Are currently enrolled as a graduate student at Simon Fraser University; and

Are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

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If you are applying as a faculty member or postdoctoral fellow, please confirm that you:

Are a permanent full-time or tenure-track academic at Simon Fraser University; or

Are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

PROJECT PROPOSAL

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Project title (Required.)

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1. Academic / Research Excellence (max 100 words)

Briefly describe:

the research aims and significance;

the proposed activities and expected outcomes; and

the applicant’s relevant experience and ability to complete the work.

(Required.)

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2. Alignment with the Indo-Pacific Strategy (max 100 words)

Explain how the proposal aligns with Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy and why the partner institution was selected. The proposal must involve at least one eligible Indo-Pacific country. Priority may be given to partnerships involving Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, or India. (Required.)

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3. Alignment with Hydrogen Innovation Research Areas (max 150 words)

Explain how the proposal contributes to one or more of the following areas:

low-cost clean hydrogen production and distribution;

modelling clean hydrogen deployment in energy systems;

clean hydrogen-fuelled technologies; or

clean hydrogen innovation ecosystems and commercialization.

(Required.)

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4. Potential for Long-Term Collaboration and Impact (max 100 words)

Describe how the proposal could lead to sustained collaboration and mutual benefit, such as joint research, publications, student or researcher mobility, formal partnerships, or future funding applications.
(Required.)

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5. Diversity, and Inclusion in International Mobility (max 50 words)

Describe how the proposed activities will support equitable and inclusive participation and reduce barriers to international research mobility. (Required.)

PROPOSED TRAVEL & HOST INFORMATION

Travel must take place between November 2026 and December 2027 and must not exceed the eligible placement duration specified in the Call for Applications.

Travel for FY 26/27 (Nov 2026 – March 2027); Travel for FY 27/28 (April 2027 – Dec 2027) *

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Travel start date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

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Travel end date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

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Country of proposed research placement (Required.)

Malaysia

Singapore

Japan

India

Other

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Host institution/ Host department/ laboratory, centre, or research group (Required.)

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Host supervisor (Required.)

RESEARCH DATA & INFORMATION SHARING

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Will you share any existing research data with the host institution? (Required.)

Yes

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If Yes: Please briefly describe the type of data that will be shared and the purpose of sharing it.

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Will your proposed research generate new research data? (Required.)

Yes

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If Yes: Please briefly describe the nature of the data that is expected to be generated.If the research project will generate research data.

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Does your proposed research involve a Sensitive Technology Research Area (STRA)
If you are unsure whether your proposed research falls within a Sensitive Technology Research Area, please consult the applicable Government of Canada research security guidance before submitting your application. (Required.)

Yes

Unsure

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If Yes, identify the Sensitive Technology Research Area(s):

Additional research security requirements may apply, including completion of required training, the STRAC Attestation Form, a Data Management Plan, and, where applicable, a Risk Mitigation Plan or other research security documentation.

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Please upload the following documents in PDF format. Each file must not exceed 2 MB.
(max. 2MB | PDF files)

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Host Institution Letter of Support:
Please upload a signed letter from the proposed host institution confirming its support for the proposed research placement. (Required.)

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Supervisor / Department Head Letter of Support:
Please upload a signed letter of support from your SFU supervisor or Department Head.

Required for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows

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Detailed Budget:
Please upload a budget providing a detailed breakdown of proposed eligible expenses, up to the maximum funding available under the program. (Required.)

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Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency:
Please upload an appropriate Government of Canada document confirming Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

Examples include a Canadian passport or valid permanent resident card. (Required.)

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STRAC Attestation Form:
Please review the applicable research security requirements and, where required, complete and upload the

VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION

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Gender identity:
Please select the option that best describes your gender identity to assist us with diversity, equity and inclusion reporting, if you wish to disclose.

Male

Female

Non-binary / gender diverse

Prefer not to disclose

APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

If your application is successful, you will be required to comply with the terms and conditions of the IPHRI award and SFU's applicable policies and procedures throughout the funding and research period.

These requirements include, but are not limited to:

complying with approved project objectives, timelines, budgets, and eligible expenditure requirements;
maintaining appropriate records and documentation of project activities and expenses;
completing required pre-travel and post-travel self-assessment surveys;
registering with the appropriate Canadian Embassy or High Commission during the travel period;
providing required project and outcome reporting to SFU;
consenting to the sharing of required project information and reports with the Government of Canada for non-commercial purposes;
acknowledging that the Government of Canada does not request ownership or rights to research results through the program;
permitting Global Affairs Canada to audit project records and expenditures, where required;
complying with applicable Government of Canada requirements relating to anti-fraud, anti-corruption, and anti-terrorism;
consenting to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal and project information as required for program administration and Government of Canada reporting; and
complying with applicable research security requirements and SFU research data management policies and practices.
Where the proposed research involves a Sensitive Technology Research Area, additional requirements may apply for the duration of the project, including
If your project includes a Sensitive Technology Research Area, you will need to comply with the Government of Canada’s Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC Policy) for the duration of the project, including completion of:

- Online courses prior to undertaking the project activities; and
- The Attestation Form, data management plan prior, and, if applicable, a risk mitigation plan or other questionnaires related to research security prior to undertaking project activities
A requirement to abide by SFU’s Research Data Security policies and practices

PRIVACY NOTICE

Personal information is collected under the authority of the University Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 468) and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (R.S.B.C. 1996, c. 165), in accordance with the Contribution Agreement between Simon Fraser University and the Government of Canada under which the IPHRI Program is funded.

The information collected is directly related to and necessary for the administration of the Program and SFU's reporting obligations to Global Affairs Canada.

Information may be used to:

review and assess applications;
administer successful awards;
process and distribute funding;
communicate with applicants and award recipients;
monitor project activities and outcomes; and
meet reporting and accountability requirements to Global Affairs Canada.
Where applicable, information may be shared with Global Affairs Canada and Canadian government agencies for program administration, reporting, audit, and research-security risk assessment purposes.

If you have questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information, please contact the Manager, International Strategic Initiatives and Funding , SFU International at sfui@sfu.ca.

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Your consent (Required.)

I have read and agree to these terms and give my data collection consent

2nd CallGAC Indo-Pacific Hydrogen Research Innovation Scholarships and Fellowships for Canadian’s Program (IPHRI)

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* Please confirm: (Required.)

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* First and last name: (Required.)

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* Email: (Required.)

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* Department/School/Unit and Faculty: (Required.)

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* Applicant category: Please select one. (Required.)

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* If you are applying as a graduate student, please confirm that you:

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* If you are applying as a faculty member or postdoctoral fellow, please confirm that you:

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* Project title (Required.)

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* 1. Academic / Research Excellence (max 100 words)Briefly describe: the research aims and significance; the proposed activities and expected outcomes; and the applicant’s relevant experience and ability to complete the work. (Required.)

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* 4. Potential for Long-Term Collaboration and Impact (max 100 words)Describe how the proposal could lead to sustained collaboration and mutual benefit, such as joint research, publications, student or researcher mobility, formal partnerships, or future funding applications. (Required.)

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* 5. Diversity, and Inclusion in International Mobility (max 50 words)Describe how the proposed activities will support equitable and inclusive participation and reduce barriers to international research mobility. (Required.)

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* Travel start date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

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* Travel end date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

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* Country of proposed research placement (Required.)

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* Host institution/ Host department/ laboratory, centre, or research group (Required.)

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* Host supervisor (Required.)

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* Will you share any existing research data with the host institution? (Required.)

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* If Yes: Please briefly describe the type of data that will be shared and the purpose of sharing it.

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* Will your proposed research generate new research data? (Required.)

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* If Yes: Please briefly describe the nature of the data that is expected to be generated.If the research project will generate research data.

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* If Yes, identify the Sensitive Technology Research Area(s): Additional research security requirements may apply, including completion of required training, the STRAC Attestation Form, a Data Management Plan, and, where applicable, a Risk Mitigation Plan or other research security documentation.

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* Host Institution Letter of Support: Please upload a signed letter from the proposed host institution confirming its support for the proposed research placement. (Required.)

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* Supervisor / Department Head Letter of Support:Please upload a signed letter of support from your SFU supervisor or Department Head.Required for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows

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* Detailed Budget: Please upload a budget providing a detailed breakdown of proposed eligible expenses, up to the maximum funding available under the program. (Required.)

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* Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency: Please upload an appropriate Government of Canada document confirming Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.Examples include a Canadian passport or valid permanent resident card. (Required.)

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* STRAC Attestation Form:Please review the applicable research security requirements and, where required, complete and upload the

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* Gender identity: Please select the option that best describes your gender identity to assist us with diversity, equity and inclusion reporting, if you wish to disclose.

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* Your consent (Required.)

2nd Call
GAC Indo-Pacific Hydrogen Research Innovation Scholarships and Fellowships for Canadian’s Program (IPHRI)

Please confirm: (Required.)

First and last name: (Required.)

Email: (Required.)

Department/School/Unit and Faculty: (Required.)

Applicant category: Please select one. (Required.)

If you are applying as a graduate student, please confirm that you:

If you are applying as a faculty member or postdoctoral fellow, please confirm that you:

Project title (Required.)

1. Academic / Research Excellence (max 100 words)

Briefly describe:

the research aims and significance;

the proposed activities and expected outcomes; and

the applicant’s relevant experience and ability to complete the work.

(Required.)

4. Potential for Long-Term Collaboration and Impact (max 100 words)

Describe how the proposal could lead to sustained collaboration and mutual benefit, such as joint research, publications, student or researcher mobility, formal partnerships, or future funding applications.
(Required.)

5. Diversity, and Inclusion in International Mobility (max 50 words)

Describe how the proposed activities will support equitable and inclusive participation and reduce barriers to international research mobility. (Required.)

Travel start date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

Travel end date (mm/dd/yyyy) (Required.)

Country of proposed research placement (Required.)

Host institution/ Host department/ laboratory, centre, or research group (Required.)

Host supervisor (Required.)

Will you share any existing research data with the host institution? (Required.)

If Yes: Please briefly describe the type of data that will be shared and the purpose of sharing it.

Will your proposed research generate new research data? (Required.)

If Yes: Please briefly describe the nature of the data that is expected to be generated.If the research project will generate research data.

If Yes, identify the Sensitive Technology Research Area(s):

Additional research security requirements may apply, including completion of required training, the STRAC Attestation Form, a Data Management Plan, and, where applicable, a Risk Mitigation Plan or other research security documentation.

Host Institution Letter of Support:
Please upload a signed letter from the proposed host institution confirming its support for the proposed research placement. (Required.)

Supervisor / Department Head Letter of Support:
Please upload a signed letter of support from your SFU supervisor or Department Head.

Required for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows

Detailed Budget:
Please upload a budget providing a detailed breakdown of proposed eligible expenses, up to the maximum funding available under the program. (Required.)

Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency:
Please upload an appropriate Government of Canada document confirming Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.

Examples include a Canadian passport or valid permanent resident card. (Required.)

STRAC Attestation Form:
Please review the applicable research security requirements and, where required, complete and upload the

Gender identity:
Please select the option that best describes your gender identity to assist us with diversity, equity and inclusion reporting, if you wish to disclose.

Your consent (Required.)