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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS


 

 

 

Question: What do we need to write in the “scientific direction code” and “specialty code”? Can we write the specialty code we have defended?

Answer: In the website of SDF (www.sdf.gov.az) has a grant competition section and you can find the codes of all fields of science. This is not a qualification code for defense.


 

Question: At the Form 2, for the question: "Information on the participation of the project manager and all executors in previous grant contests" should we include only SDF grant competitions or others as well?

Answer: Both SDF grant competitions, as well as competitions of other funds and organizations need to be mentioned.


 

Question: While the Form 2 it is not allowed to write the project description more than 10 pages, can it be more than 10 pages in specific cases?

Answer: It is recommended to make it no more than 10 pages.


 

Question: How should the expenses for purchasing of equipment, devices, works and services be calculated?

Answer: Purchased equipment, equipment, work and services, etc. should not exceed 35% of the total amount, and travel expenses - up to 10%. Remaining resources can be stimulating salaries, taxes and fees, bank spending, and other expenses.


 

Question: How to calculate the cost of the expedition?

Answer: www.sdf.gov.az - calculated according to the rules provided by legislation and approved by the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan.


 

Question: What is the amount of monthly salary of the executors involved under the grant contract? Should there be a salary equal at the main workplace of the executor, or can there be a higher salary, depending on the degree of difficulty in the job?

Answer: Purchased equipment, equipment, work and services, etc. should not exceed 35% of the total amount, and travel expenses - up to 10%. Remaining resources can be stimulating salaries, taxes and fees, bank spending, and other expenses.


 

Question: If an external scientist (a foreigner) is the co - head of the project, is it required to present his signature?

Answer: Not required, but the original letter of the person's consent to participate in the project must be submitted.


 

Question: How will project funding be made if the project wins a grant?

Answer: Funds are transferred directly to the bank account of the project manager.


 

Question: Should an accountant be involved in the project for financial work?

Answer: Not for SDF projects.

 

 

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