Deadline: 26-Feb-2026
The Department of Health Center for Health Development – Northern Mindanao (DOH CHD–NM) is inviting research proposals aligned with national and regional health research priorities to strengthen healthcare delivery in Northern Mindanao. Grants of up to ₱200,000 are available for projects completed within 6–12 months. Eligibility is limited to researchers affiliated with NorMinCoHRD member institutions, including early-career researchers under qualified advisers.
About the Program
The call is issued by the Department of Health Center for Health Development – Northern Mindanao, with monitoring support from the Department of Science and Technology – Northern Mindanao.
Eligible proponents must be affiliated with member institutions of the Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research and Development.
This initiative promotes health systems research that produces evidence-based recommendations to improve healthcare programs and policy implementation in the region.
Priority Alignment Requirements
Proposals must align with the following frameworks:
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DOH 8-Point Action Agenda
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8 Health Priority Outcomes
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National Unified Health Research Agenda (2023–2028)
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Regional Health Research Priorities (2023–2028)
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Medium-Term Health Research and Innovation Agenda
Strong alignment with these agendas is essential for approval.
Funding Details
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Maximum funding: ₱200,000 per project
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Project duration: 6–12 months
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Timeline starts upon MOA effectivity or receipt of funds (whichever comes later)
Funding is primarily for Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE).
All proposed costs must:
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Be clearly itemized
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Be justified
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Use DOST-prescribed financial forms
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Comply with institutional accounting standards
Funds will be transferred directly to the implementing institution’s official bank account.
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants include:
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Researchers affiliated with NorMinCoHRD member institutions
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Early-career researchers
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Medical students and postgraduate health-related students under qualified advisers with permanent positions
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Research and Development Institutes
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Hospitals conducting R&D
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Government agencies engaged in research
All proponents must meet institutional and financial compliance requirements.
Project Requirements
Projects must be:
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Research-focused
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Independently implementable
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Feasible within 6–12 months
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Original and not duplicative
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Directly responsive to regional health concerns
Incomplete or non-compliant proposals will not move forward.
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
A Memorandum of Agreement will be executed among:
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DOH CHD–NM (Funding Agency)
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DOST Northern Mindanao (Monitoring Agency)
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The Implementing Institution
An orientation meeting will be conducted prior to MOA signing to clarify:
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Financial guidelines
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Compliance requirements
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Reporting procedures
Evaluation Process
Proposals undergo a two-stage evaluation:
1. Preliminary Screening
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Eligibility verification
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Completeness check
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Alignment with priority frameworks
2. Technical Review
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Scientific and methodological rigor
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Feasibility within budget and timeframe
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Policy relevance
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Originality
Shortlisted proponents may be required to submit additional documentation and regulatory clearances.
Only complete and fully compliant submissions will be considered for final approval.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who can apply?
Only researchers affiliated with NorMinCoHRD member institutions are eligible. Students may apply if supervised by qualified advisers with permanent positions.
2. How much funding is available?
Up to ₱200,000 per approved project.
3. What expenses are allowed?
Funding is mainly for Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE). All costs must be itemized and justified using DOST-prescribed forms.
4. How long can projects run?
Projects must be completed within 6 to 12 months from MOA effectivity or receipt of funds.
5. Is collaboration allowed?
Yes, provided all collaborators meet eligibility and institutional requirements.
6. What happens after approval?
A Memorandum of Agreement will be signed, followed by fund release to the implementing institution and monitoring by DOST Northern Mindanao.
7. What disqualifies a proposal?
Incomplete documentation, lack of priority alignment, weak methodology, duplication of existing research, or non-compliance with eligibility requirements.
Conclusion
The DOH CHD–Northern Mindanao Research Grant Call provides an important opportunity to strengthen the regional health system through policy-relevant, evidence-based research. With funding of up to ₱200,000 per project and a focused 6–12 month implementation period, the program supports practical and actionable studies aligned with national and regional health priorities. Eligible researchers—especially early-career investigators and postgraduate students under qualified mentorship—are encouraged to develop high-quality proposals that address pressing healthcare challenges in Northern Mindanao.
For more information, visit DOH CHD–NM.