Acknowledging CIHR support and promoting your research
The more people hear about your research, the more they become interested, and an engaged public is a supportive public!
We know that Canadians are very interested in health and health care, but the research that happens behind the scenes isn’t always top of mind. The more we share your stories and attract attention to research advances and what CIHR does, the more we build public support for the entire health research enterprise – support that can translate to sustained and increased funding for health research.
Let your audience know that you are funded by CIHR
As a recipient of CIHR funding, you must acknowledge the support you receive from CIHR and the role it has played in your research.
Acknowledging CIHR funding is important because it helps Canadians understand how their tax dollars are contributing to a healthier future.
Tips for speaking about your research to Canadians
- Use plain language. Avoid using jargon that reporters, policymakers, or Canadians learning about your research may not understand.
- People are busy. Keep a few concise key messages about your research in mind and stick to them.
- Focus on impact. Let audiences know how your research will make a difference in the lives of Canadians.
- Correct misunderstandings. You’re the expert on your research subject. If audiences misunderstand your message, take a moment to set the record straight.
Ways to acknowledge our funding
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In scientific journals
For all scientific articles, the CIHR acknowledgement must include your Funding Reference Number (FRN). Your Funding Reference Number is a six-digit number found on the first page of your Authorization for Funding.
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In presentations
When you present your research or speak at seminars or workshops, you can acknowledge CIHR funding in your remarks or in your slide deck. You may use the following message:
[Name of program, project or event] is/was supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
The CIHR logo and/or name can also be placed in an acknowledgement slide with other partners/funders.
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On websites
If your CIHR-funded research is referenced on your website or your institution’s website, you may use the following message to indicate CIHR support:
[Name of program, project or event] is/was supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
The CIHR logo and/or name can also be placed in an acknowledgement list with other partners/funders.
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In traditional media
When speaking about your research with journalists, we encourage you to ask that they include your funding sources in their final piece. CIHR would also be happy to provide a quote from a CIHR representative for the story. To request a quote, please reach out to communications@cihr-irsc.gc.ca.
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On social media
If you’re planning to post about your research on social media, please tag us so we can help spread the news!
Twitter: @CIHR_IRSC
LinkedIn: Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Instagram: @cihr_irsc
YouTube: @CIHRIRSC_canada
You can also download and use this image in your social media posts.
CIHR Communications – At your service
We can help you.
CIHR Communications has extensive experience in the areas of media relations, social media, government relations, strategic communications, writing, editing, event planning and coordination.
If you are a researcher, let us know when you are about to hit a milestone in your research. Work with CIHR and your institution to promote your work.
If you are a research institution, share health research success stories with CIHR, send a copy of publications, media coverage, advertising and other promotional material, invite us to provide a federal representative at events, conferences or other public activities promoting health research and give credit to CIHR for funding or co-funding a research project.
We can:
- set up interviews with the media;
- promote your project or program on social media and through other platforms;
- raise awareness with partners or parliamentarians;
- work with you on funding announcements and events; and
- help identify and increase promotion and outreach opportunities.
Where can I get more information?
1-888-603-4178
Communications@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
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