Long-term research


SANREM CRSP's 5 long-term research activities

The SANREM CRSP received 28 proposals for Long-Term Research Activities (LTRAs). The program funded 18 planning awards to those considering submitting proposals. Five LTRA activities were funded for the period from Jan. 1, 2006, to Sept. 30, 2009.

The goal of the LTRA program is to implement multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional research that mobilizes science and technology, fostering innovation and improvement in the social, economic and environmental sustainability of agriculture and natural resources management, and that leads to improved livelihoods and expanded trade opportunities and capacities for stakeholders. The 28 LTRA applications were reviewed by a panel of SA and NRM professionals from institutions across the United States. The proposals underwent a two-stage review process and were rated on the basis of scientific merit, research impact, capacity building, participatory partnerships, and inclusion of gender and minority issues.

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