Call for research application – Vancouver 2010 Paralympic winter games Print
vancouver2010para The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is committed to furthering research in the areas of interest of the Paralympic Movement. This includes, but is not limited to research in Paralympic Sport, Disability Sport Classification, Sport Counseling, Assistive Technology, Athletic Identity Marketing and Branding, Development and Public Awareness.

To this end, the IPC launches a ‘Call for Research Applications' for projects to be conducted at the occasion of the Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Winter Games (12 - 21 March 2010). 

Applications need to be received before 10 March 2009 to be considered by the IPC.

Details on the application procedure, timelines, the IPC Research Application Form, as well as examples of previously approved research projects can be found on the IPC website - sports science - research.

All Research approved by IPC shall comply with internationally recognized ethical standards and research practices. The IPC currently does not provide funding for research projects. Funding must be secured by the research applicants through their institution or third party grant application.

More detailed information can be obtained from:

Dr. Peter Van de Vliet

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