The project application form is for the project establishment department to understand the project applicant’s elaboration and explanation of the research problem, including why it is necessary to study, what to study, how to study, what results will be formed, and what the basis is, etc. It is the basis for expert review to decide whether to approve the project.

The following is a guide for writing a project application form:

1. Cover page: including the project name, project leader, applicant unit, date of completion and other information.

2. Table of contents: List the titles and corresponding page numbers of the following parts so that review experts can quickly understand the content structure of the application.

3. Research question: Clearly raise the research question, and briefly describe its background, practical application value, domestic and foreign research status, etc.

4. Research objectives: Clearly state the objectives of the research, including the main problems to be solved, expected results, etc.

5. Research content: List the research content in detail, including specific problems to be studied, key points and difficulties, key issues to be solved, etc.

6. Research method: Describe the research method and implementation plan in detail, including what method will be used, time schedule, how to collect and analyze data, etc.

7. Research plan: List the timetable and specific implementation plan of the research, including the goals of each stage, time arrangement, personnel division of labor, etc.

8. References: List all cited documents, formatted in accordance with the requirements of the selected reference journal or publisher.

9. Attachments: include the names and catalogs of pictures, data, software and other materials related to the topic.

10. Funding budget: List the budget required for the project, including personnel wages, material fees, equipment fees and other expenses, as well as their calculation basis and calculation method.

11. Reasons for application: Briefly describe the reasons for applying for this topic and the necessity of project establishment, including the importance and urgency of the topic, the necessity and feasibility of project establishment, etc.

12. Expected results: Briefly describe the expected research results, their application value and social benefits, including to-be-published papers, patents, awards, etc.

13. Research basis: Briefly introduce the relevant research experience and achievements of the applicant unit and research team members, including published papers, patents, awards, etc.

14. Others: Add other relevant content as needed, such as intellectual property statements, confidentiality agreements, etc.