What does the sentence “demonstrate the intent to seek matching funds” mean?
A. The comment about “demonstrate the intent to seek matching funds” is to let the sponsor know that the reviewers look favorably on any matching funds that maybe available to augment the training grant. Matching is not required; it is looked favorably by the reviewers. Any matching, whether it is campus or biotechnology companies, is encouraged. In addition, we want the students/and or professors to be willing to accompany UC BREP personnel on visits to private sector companies who may be willing to fund some trainees. Sponsors do not have to secure matching funds but must be willing to help UC BREP find funds.
