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Research Grants Program 2009
REFEREE REPORT FORM
There is a strong preference for typed references rather than hand-written. Use a black pen if
you are completing this application by hand. Please limit comments to a maximum of four pages.
The closing date for reports to be received at AIATSIS is 12 January 2009. References
received after this date may not be included in the assessment process and therefore the
chance of a successful application may be reduced.
Name of researcher (s)
Title of research project
Refereee name and title
Referee contact details Phone
E-mail
What is the referee’s relationship to the researcher?
Please address the following comments / questions to the best of your knowledge.
1. Will the proposed research project result in a significant contribution to knowledge in
Indigenous studies?
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2. Is there substantial Indigenous community involvement with, and support for, the
proposed project?
3. Is the project of high research merit, and clearly and competently described?
4. Is the project feasible given the applicant’s skills and experience?
5. Has the applicant demonstrated the relationship between the proposed project and other
work in the same field?
6. Is the budget adequately justified?
7. General comments.
Signature of Referee: ……………….. Date: ………………
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