First, the number of projects is limited.
According to the relevant regulations of the National Natural Fund, each applicant can only apply for a certain number of projects each year. This restriction is to prevent individuals or teams from taking up the fund resources excessively and ensure that more researchers can get funding. At the same time, for the funded projects, applicants are not allowed to apply for new projects again within a certain period of time to ensure the continuity and stability of project implementation.
Second, the amount of funds is limited.
The National Natural Fund has also set a ceiling on the amount of funding for each project. This is to control the fund scale of a single project and avoid the waste and abuse of funds. Applicants should apply for funds reasonably according to the actual needs of the project and the research plan, and ensure the compliance and effectiveness of the use of funds.
Third, the limitation of research content.
In addition to the limitation of the number of projects and the amount of funds, the National Natural Fund also stipulates the research content. Applicants need to ensure that the submitted projects are in line with the scope of funding and research areas of the fund, and avoid involving prohibited or sensitive research content. In addition, the fund also encourages innovation and exploratory research to promote scientific and technological progress and social development.
Four. Application and review process
When applying for the National Natural Fund, the applicant needs to apply in accordance with the prescribed procedures and requirements. This includes the steps of filling in the application form, submitting relevant certification materials and being recommended by the unit. The fund management institution will strictly review and evaluate the application to ensure the quality and compliance of the project.
To sum up:
The restriction of the National Natural Fund is to ensure the fair, just and efficient use of the fund and promote the orderly conduct of scientific research. Applicants need to abide by relevant regulations, reasonably apply for the number of projects and the amount of funds, and ensure the compliance and innovation of the research content. The standardized application and evaluation process can ensure the effective utilization of the National Natural Fund and the smooth development of scientific research.
Legal basis:
Regulations of the National Natural Science Foundation of China
Article 9 provides that:
The funding work of the National Natural Science Foundation follows the principles of openness, fairness and justice, and implements the principles of respecting science, promoting democracy, advocating competition, promoting cooperation, encouraging innovation and leading the future.
Article 10 stipulates:
According to the national economic and social development plan, science and technology development plan and the situation of science and technology development, the National Natural Science Foundation of China has formulated a five-year funding plan, an annual funding plan and a project guide, and determined the focus of funding work.