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by Tania Bubela, UA School of Public Health
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Networks of Centres of Excellence: Experiences
Tania Bubela
MountainNCEJanuary 10, 2016
Networks
• Stem Cell Network• 2001-2015 (renewed in 2008)
• Advanced Materials Network• Unsuccessful on first renewal
• BioCanRx• Funded in 2014 for first 5 years (2X renewable)
• Pegasys• Unsuccessful in 2014
Lessons
• Focus• National
• Network of networks/centres of excellence• Networking activities
• Value added• High-value training for HQPs
• Non-traditional
Lessons
• Partnerships and outreach• Successful NCEs expand in scope and
membership over time• In-Cash Contributions• Governance and Leadership
• Careful selection of Board Chair and members
Cautions• Be clear why you want an NCE• Manage expectations of participants• Be clear on financial limitations• Application is a lot of work with a lot of
moving parts• Crafting a coherent and compelling
narrative is essential• Timelines are tight• Need to hit the ground running with 5
year cycle (mid-point review in year 2/3)