Criteria for Application: i. The PI must be a MOH personnel; ii. The research funding period shall not exceed three (3) years; iii. PI is allowed to apply and submit only two (2) research submissions at a time; iv. Investigators who are on study leave are not allowed to be PI. However, he/she can be a Sub-I; v. PI who has change department/affiliation/resigns/on study leave must not continue his role as a PI. However, can still remain as a member of the research group. The PI must notify MRG Secretariat in writing and nominate a new PI whenever such a situation occurs. An amendment must be submitted to MREC under such circumstances (as per post ethical approval submission).

MRG applications can be submitted throughout the year via NMRR (www.nmrr.gov.my). Submissions must be made together with research registration, application to JPPNIH, and MREC. **MRG applications for research that have received ethical approval will not be entertained

The objectives of the MOH Research Grant are to: i) provide funding to generate new scientific knowledge and discoveries, ii) to improve health delivery services, and iii) to encourage the development of innovative technologies among the MOH investigators. Scope of funding i. Research that can support and improve an existing policy, methodology, and solution model according to the needs of the MOH; or ii. Research covering health issues for the purpose of increasing the value of life in the country and globally; or iii. Research must identify and obtain the support of MOH stakeholders; or iv. Research that has the potential to contribute to the national strategic plan.