ちなみにR01の5つの審査基準は: Significance: この研究は重要か?(Does this study address an important problem? ) Approach: アプローチは適切で、よく練られているか?(Are the conceptual or clinical framework, design, methods, and analyses adequately developed, well-integrated, well-reasoned, and appropriate to the aims of the project? ) Innovation: オリジナリティーとイノベーションは?(Is the project original and innovative? ) Investigator: PIのトラックレコードは十分か?(Are the PD/PI(s) and other key personnel appropriately trained and well suited to carry out this work? ) Environment: 研究室と周りの環境(大学・研究所の設備)は?Do(es) the scientific environment(s) in which the work will be done contribute to the probability of success?
The R21 is intended to encourage exploratory/developmental research projects by providing support for the early and conceptual stages of development......These studies (supported by R21) may involve considerable risk but may lead to a breakthrough in a particular area,....