The auDA Foundation aims to enhance the utility of the Internet for all Australians. The Foundation typically offers grants in the range of $5,000 to $25,000 to not–for–profit organisations and research institutions. Financial support is provided to proposals that will satisfy the objectives of the auDA Foundation Charter. Priority is given to those proposals that will be completed within 12 months of the date of the grant, however, 3 year PhD student funding will be considered.
Applications (Step 1) for the 2012 Grants Program will be accepted between 23rd April, 2012 and 5:00pm 25th May, 2012 (AEST). The Step 1 Application Form will allow you to introduce yourself plus provide a summary of the project you would like the auDA Foundation to consider. If we find your project is eligible for consideration, you will be invited to submit a full grant application (Step 2). Step 2 applications will be accepted between 18th June, 2012 and 5:00pm 20th July, 2012 (AEST).
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Applications are invited for an award under the Scheme for Oxford Nuffield Medical Fellowships in either a Clinical Medicine or Medical Science department of Oxford University. This prestigious fellowship carries an allowance of £41152 (plus any cost of living increases). This allowance is subject to United Kingdom tax. The Trustees will also pay direct, economy class return air fares for the appointee, his/her spouse and children up to the age of 18 years. A generous baggage allowance is also provided.
Applicants should be graduates from selected universities and should either hold a medical qualification obtained in Australia or the UK or have appropriate research experience.
The fellowship is tenable for two years in the first instance, with the possibility of an extension for a third year. Fellows are expected to return to Australia at the end of the fellowship to continue to do work of a similar nature.
The Mika Salpeter Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes an individual with outstanding career achievements in neuroscience who has also significantly promoted the professional advancement of women in neuroscience.
The nominee must have: Exhibited a dedication to facilitating the mentoring and entry of young women into neuroscience or to the advancement of women in neuroscience; Sustained exceptional achievements in neuroscience as evidenced by publications, inventions, and/or awards; Served the profession through SfN and/or related organizations; Recognized at national or international levels as a scientist, educator, businessperson, or administrator in neuroscience; Demonstrated a high degree of imagination, innovation, and initiative in the pursuit of neuroscience.
Nominations must be made or endorsed by an SfN member. Nominees do not need to be SfN members. Self–nomination is not permitted. No person may nominate more than one candidate. Current SfN officers and councilors are ineligible for nomination. All materials must be submitted using SfN's award nomination site.
Please refer to the Society's website for submission details.
Applications are available for Small and General Grants in the areas of Arts, Education, Community Wellbeing, Community Wellbeing International Travel, Healthy Communities and Medical Research.
Applications to Environment & Conservation and Science areas will be considered only once a year, closing 15 May 2012 with the Research Office and 28 May 2012 with the Foundation.
Applicants must refer to the Monash Research Office weblink by clicking on the globe icon above for detailed information regarding submission requirements.
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
Lung Cancer Research Program (LCRP) FY12 – Idea Development Award
17/05/2012
Lung Cancer Research Program (LCRP) FY12 – Idea Development Award
The LCRP Idea Development Award mechanism is being offered for the first time in FY12. The Idea Development Award is designed to promote new ideas that are still in the early stages of development and have the potential to yield impactful data and new avenues of investigation. This mechanism supports conceptually innovative, high–risk/high–reward research that could lead to critical discoveries or major advancements that will accelerate progress toward eradicating deaths from lung cancer. Applications should include a well–formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale.
Eligibility: The PI must be an independent investigator at or above the level of Assistant Professor (or equivalent), and be within 10 years of his/her first faculty appointment (or equivalent) by the time of the application submission deadline. Funding: The maximum period of performance is 2 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $350,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Preproposal) : May 30, 2012. Preproposal is required; Application submissionis by invitation only. Application: September 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 19/04/2012
30/05/2012 4 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
Lung Cancer Research Program (LCRP) FY12 – Translational Research Partnership Award
17/05/2012
Lung Cancer Research Program (LCRP) FY12 – Translational Research Partnership Award
The LCRP Translational Research Partnership Award mechanism is being offered for the first time in FY12. The key initiative of the Translational Research Partnership Award is to encourage partnerships between clinicians and laboratory scientists that will accelerate the movement of promising ideas in lung cancer into clinical applications. This award supports the development of translational research collaborations between two independent, faculty level (or equivalent) investigators to address a central problem or question in lung cancer in a manner that would be less readily achievable through separate efforts. One partner in the collaboration must be a laboratory scientist and the other must be a clinician, and it should be clear that both have had equal intellectual input into the design of the research project. Multi–institutional partnerships are encouraged but not required. At least one member of the partnership must have experience either in lung cancer research or lung cancer patient care. A proposed project in which the clinical partner merely supplies tissue samples or access to patients will not meet the intent of this award mechanism. Submissions from and partnerships with investigators at Military Medical Treatment Facilities, military labs, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers and research laboratories, and commercial organizations are encouraged.
Eligibility: Each PI must be an independent investigator at or above the level of Assistant Professor (or equivalent). Funding: The maximum period of performance is 3 years. A separate award will be made for each PI, even if the PIs are at the same organization. The maximum allowable combined total direct costs for the entire period of performance are $900,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Preproposal) : May 30, 2012. Preproposal is required; Application submissionis by invitation only. Application: September 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 19/04/2012
31/05/2012 5 days
Feminist Review Trust
Awards
18/05/2012
Awards
There is a great shortage of funds to support feminist scholars and activities. This means that the Feminist Review Trust receives a very large number of applications. Unfortunately funds are limited and the Trust can only fund a small proportion of the applications. So, before you apply please note the type of projects that the Trust supports and please read the guidance on the completion of the application form.
The Feminist Review Trust will fund: Hard to fund projects, Pump priming activities, Interventionist projects which support feminist values, Training and development projects, One off events, Dissemination, Core funding, and Other projects.
The maximum value of any individual award is UK £10,000 (or its equivalent). However, the Trustees rarely give out awards of this amount so when you prepare your application please bear in mind that you may only be offered partial funding. It is therefore helpful if you can identify different sub–elements in your application.
Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science 2013
21/05/2012
Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science 2013
The Franklin Institute seeks nominations for the 2013 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science of individuals who have made significant scientific contributions that have advanced our understanding of chemistry on the nanoscale and/or its applications.
Specific research areas suggested for the 2013 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science include, but are not limited to: quantum dots, semiconductor nanomaterials, nanosized metal particles and catalysts, nanochemistry in medicine, nanoscale assemblies, nanochemistry in biological imaging, and nanochemistry in energy research.
Notice of intent to nominate is encouraged by March 31, 2012 and the complete nomination by May 31 2012.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 30/03/2012
31/05/2012 5 days
Prince Mahidol Award Foundation
Prince Mahidol Award 2012
21/05/2012
Prince Mahidol Award 2012
The sponsor confers an award to individuals or institutions in the categories of Medicine and Public Health.
Two Prince Mahidol Awards will be conferred on an annual basis, one in medicine and one in public health, each prize increase is $100,000 plus a medal and a certificate.
The Prince Mahidol Award Ceremony will be held in Bangkok on the last week of January of the following year and presided over by His Majesty the King of Thailand who is the youngest son of Prince Mahidol and has graciously granted Royal Patronage to the Foundation.
Please see the synopsis for Monash submission requirements.
The Trust supports institutions conducting medical research, welfare, social/family support and aged care. Thus, fields of interest include: Aged care; Health and wellbeing; Special purpose housing and accommodation; Medical research; Mental health; Social welfare.
Applicants should have a broad community reach and profile, demonstrate sound management and service excellence in meeting community needs, have a high degree of community and/or volunteer involvement; and connect their operations with the community they seek to assist.
Young Scientist Prizes in Biological, Physical and Earth Sciences 2013
21/05/2012
Young Scientist Prizes in Biological, Physical and Earth Sciences 2013
In 2006, the Royal Society of Victoria introduced three prizes to recognise excellence in research by young scientists. In awarding this prize, the Society hopes to encourage post graduate student researchers in science and engnineering, give them experience in presentation to an audience and help to foster their careers.
To compete for the prize, post graduate students in their second to fourth year will be asked to submit an extended abstract of their work. The extended abstracts will be assessed by one of three judging panels; Biological, Physical, and Earth Sciences. A short list of candidates in each category will be selected to make their oral presentations to a meeting of the Society on Thursday, 27th August, 2012 at 6.15pm.
The winner in each category will be selected from the presentations by the judging panels from the oral presentations on the night and will receive a cash prize and a certificate with short listed presenters receiving a certificate of excellence.
The Wildlife Preservation Society of Australia University Research Grants are scholarships offered to honours or postgraduate students at Australian universities. Each year, ten $1,000 grants are awarded. Applicants must be a member of the Society and whose wishing to join can do so www.wpsa.org.au.
Grants are available for research projects of direct relevance to the conservation of Australian wildlife – plant or animal. Grants may be used for the purchase of equipment and consumables, travel expenses related to field research, or attendance at conferences at which you are presenting your work.
Please refer to the Society's website for submission details.
The X Prize Foundation invites applications for the Archon genomics prize presented by Medco. This prize is awarded to the first team that rapidly, accurately and economically sequences the whole human genome of one hundred volunteer participants. The competition aims to encourage the development of privately funded and commercially viable technologies for sequencing whole human genomes.
Thus each genome must be sequenced at a maximum cost of $1,000 in 30 days or less. If only one team achieves the requirement for the prize, the award amount will be $10 million. In the case of three teams qualifying, the prize shall be split as follows: first prize $7m; second prize $2m; third prize $1m. Prizes may also be awarded as category prizes if no teams qualify for the grand prize.
This award has worldwide eligibility, with the exception of Myanmar, Iran, North Korea, Syria and Sudan. The participants in the competition should be at least 90 per cent privately funded. The registration fee for period two is $15,000 and for period three the registration fee is $25,000.
The Andrews Foundation was established in 1984 by Mr. Ronald Clifford Andrews during his lifetime. The Trust is a Perpetual Charitable Trust and is administered by a board of Trustees. The Trustees manage the Trust's assets and distribute income mainly in Victoria for charitable purposes. The Trust considers unsolicitored applications for Grants from eligible organisations in Victoria and initiates and supports major and special projects.
The Trust prefers to make Grants to communities of people who are helping themselves and others in ways that can be sustained into the future: Projects which involve volunteers and where there are expectations and plans for the positive impact of the project to be sustained beyond the Grant period are preferred by the Trust. The Trust is willing to join with other donors and sponsors to support projects. The Trust gives priority to: Projects which are designed to create and improve educational opportunities and training for students who are disadvantaged or with disabilities; develop, test and implement creative solutions to persistent, difficult social and environmental needs and problems — innovation is welcomed; requests for small Grants to enable smaller community organisations to begin or continue to make a positive difference in their communities; and requests for Grants from organisations that have a major involvement from volunteers in the community. The Trust gives preference to Grants that benefit communities within the Gippsland region. The reason for this is the wish of Mr. Andrews to give back to the regional community where he grew up and made his wealth. Priority is further given to applications supporting the following: Aged Care/Health; Emergency Relief and Material Aid; Environmental Needs and Problems; Small Grants for Smaller Community Organisations; Social Disadvantage, Needs and Problems; and Education. Applications may also be made by universities and TAFE colleges for Grants for the purposes stated above.
The closing date for applications is end of first week in March, June and November in each year. Applicants will be advised of the outcome approximately 6 weeks after the closing date.
The Lieber Prize has been given annually since 1987. It is funded by the Essel Foundation and provides a cash award of $50,000. The Lieber Prize for Schizophrenia Research is made possible by the generous contribution of Stephen and Constance Lieber.
The Lieber Prize for Schizophrenia Research is given in recognition of a research scientist who has made distinguished contributions to the understanding of schizophrenia. The $50,000 cash rewards past achievement and provides further incentive for an outstanding working scientist to continue to do exceptional research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of schizophrenia.
The prize is bestowed at the annual New York City Awards Dinner held each October. The presentation of the prize helps build public understanding of the importance of schizophrenia research, and acts as a goal towards which researchers might strive.
Nominations: An email announcement will be sent to all Brain and Behavior Research Foundation researchers in May of each year requesting nominations. The nomination must include the individual's name, short biography, a list of most important publications, a short note describing the nature of the contribution for which the investigator was primarily responsible, and its significance to the field together with a copy of the individual's C.V.
For more information, please contact Sho Tin Chen at schen@bbrfoundation.org.
Brain and Behavior Research Foundation (formerly NARSAD)
Patricia S Goldman–Rakic memorial prize for achievement in cognitive neuroscience
22/05/2012
Patricia S Goldman–Rakic memorial prize for achievement in cognitive neuroscience
The National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression invites nominations for its Patricia S Goldman–Rakic memorial prize for achievement in cognitive neuroscience.
The award is specifically for excellence in neurobiological research at the cellular, physiological, or behavioral levels that may lead to a greater underlying psychiatric or neurological disease.
The award consists of a $40,000 cash prize.
Research Grants Program, NARSAD Research, 60 Cutter Mill Road, Suite 404, Great Neck, New York 11021, schen@bbrfoundation.org
Chanel Research and Technology is honored to announce the launch of the 2012 CE.R.I.E.S. Research Award. The CE.R.I.E.S. is the research center on healthy skin of Chanel Research and Technology. It aims to better understand the structure and function of healthy skin through clinical studies carried out at its laboratories and fundamental research projects performed in collaboration with leading researcher worldwide. Chanel Research and Technology is calling for international applications for its 2012 CE.R.I.E.S. Award for healthy skin research.
The objective of Chanel Research and Technology is to develop innovative solutions to meet the needs, desires and dreams of each woman in her quest for singular beauty. The heart of our culture is a culture of "multidisciplinary project", a culture that opens up the possibility for each expertise.
The CE.R.I.E.S. Research Award is an annual initiative supported by Chanel Research and Technology whose purpose is to honor a scientist with a proven track record in basic or clinical research and to help fund a future project.
The subject area of the 40,000 € CE.R.I.E.S. Research Award is the physiology or biology of healthy skin and/or its reactions to environmental factors. The Awardee will be selected by an international jury consisting of the members of the CE.R.I.E.S. Scientific Advisory Board.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 20/04/2012
01/06/2012 6 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
High– Priority, Short– Term Bridge Award
21/06/2012
High– Priority, Short– Term Bridge Award
JDRF recognizes the need at this time to support the research of investigators whose research is being curtailed or delayed by failure to receive funding. It is beneficial and of mutual interest to both the scientific community and JDRF to keep these scientists in the field, to help them receive funding for their proposals, and to have them help accelerate the JDRF mission. This award will provide one year of funding of USD 55,000 for research grant applications that address a high priority research area for JDRF, failed to receive funding but scored within 10% of the funding payline for a review cycle of a research funding agency up to a year prior to the request to JDRF. The goal of this 'bridge' funding is to help investigators generate additional supporting data for an amended, competitive application.
Applications may be submitted by domestic and foreign non–profit organizations, public and private, such as universities, colleges, hospitals, laboratories, units of state and local governments, and eligible agencies of the federal government. Applications must hold an MD, DMD, DVM, PhD, or equivalent and have a faculty position or equivalent at a college, university, medial school, or other research facility. There are no citizenship requirements for this program. To assure continued excellence and diversity among applicants and awardees, JDRF welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, women, and members of minority groups underrepresented in the sciences.
The award is always issued for a one–year budget period and may be extended for one year at no cost. However, the award will end if a subsequently amended application is funded or if another overlapping research grant is funded. You MUST inform JDRF when/if you eventually receive funding for the original project from the original funding agency. Awards are not renewable. Awards may be used to obtain new data to support the feasibility or validity of the research, address reviewers' concerns, or revise approaches to the research. A final progress report and final expenditure report are required 2 months after the end of the grant period. The progress report must identify those portions of the original proposal pursued with the award and new funding that in part resulted from this award.
The RACV Scholarship aims to prevent road trauma and improve the quality of care delivered to road trauma victims. Applicants must be health professionals who are resident and working in the state of Victoria.
The successful candidate(s) receive(s) up to $50,000 to undertake a project that will benefit the motoring public. Previously funded projects include the trial of speech pathology tests to better identify high level communication problems in brain injury patients and the development of guidelines for returning to driving following a traumatic brain injury.
For more information about the Scholarship program please contact Heather Shanhun, Community Relations Manager on 9790 2994.
The Research Australia Awards recognizes and celebrates achievement and contribution to the landscape of health and medical research in Australia.
Awards are presented for areas such as discovery, advocacy, philanthropy and lifetime achievement, in front of an assembled audience representing Research Australia's member community, supporters, the business community, politicians, and other notable guests.
Awards to be presented are
Discovery Award
Leadership & Innovation Award
Leadership in Corporate Giving
Great Australian Philanthropy Award
Advocacy Award
The Peter Wills Medal
The awards are nominated by Research Australia member organisations (although the nominees are not themselves required to be a member) and winners are selected by the Research Australia board. Nominations are now open for the Research Australia Awards 2012, Research Australia members can download an information pack and contact Research Australia for a set of nomination forms.
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The Julius Axelrod Prize was established to honor a scientist with distinguished achievements in the broad field of neuropharmacology (or a related area) and exemplary efforts in mentoring young scientists.
Nominees must have accomplishments in the field of neuropharmacology or a related area and also have shown dedication to mentoring young scientists.
The recipient receives: $25,000 prize. For the SfN annual meeting: Economy airfare or ground transportation, two nights hotel accommodations, and complimentary registration. The SfN President presents the prize at a lecture at the SfN annual meeting.The recipient is selected by the Julius Axelrod Prize Selection Committee.
Open to all scientists with contributions to the field of neuroscience, the Ralph W. Gerard Prize in Neuroscience honors an outstanding scientist who has made significant contributions to neuroscience throughout his or her career. The Gerard Prize, the highest recognition conferred by the Society, was established in the name of Dr. Ralph W. Gerard, a revered neuroscientist who was instrumental in establishing the Society for Neuroscience and served as honorary president of SfN from 1970–1974.
The recipient receives $25,000 prize. For the SfN annual meeting, there will be economy airfare or ground transportation, two nights hotel accommodations, and complimentary registration.
The SfN President presents the prize at a lecture at the SfN annual meeting.
The recipient is selected by the Ralph W. Gerard Prize Selection Committee.
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) – Clinical Trial Award FY12
24/05/2012
Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) – Clinical Trial Award FY12
The PRMRP Clinical Trial Award supports the rapid implementation of clinical trials with the potential to have a significant impact on a disease or condition addressed in at least one of the Congressionally directed FY12 PRMRP topic areas. Clinical trials may be designed to evaluate promising new products, pharmacologic agents (drugs or biologics), devices, clinical guidance, and/or emerging approaches and technologies. Proposed projects may range from small proof–of–concept (i.e., pilot, first in human, or Phase 0) trials to demonstrate feasibility or inform the design of more advanced trials, through large–scale trials to determine efficacy in relevant patient populations. All studies must be responsive to the health care needs of the military service members, veterans, and/or beneficiaries; however, the use of military populations is not required.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 5 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are –2.2M plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Applications (LOI) due: June 6, 2012. Applicants due: June 26, 2012
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/04/2012
06/06/2012 11 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) – Technology/Therapeutic Development Award FY12
24/05/2012
Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) – Technology/Therapeutic Development Award FY12
The PRMRP Technology/Therapeutic Development Award is product–driven award intended to provide support for the translation of promising preclinical findings into products for clinical applications, including prevention, detection, diagnosis, patient care, and/or quality of life, in at least one of the Congressionally directed FY12 PRMRP topic areas. Products in development should be responsive to the health care needs of military service members, veterans, and/or beneficiaries. The product(s) to be developed may be pharmacologic agents (drugs or biologics), devices, and/or clinical guidance for standard of care. The Principal Investigator (PI) must provide a transition plan (including potential funding and resources) showing how the product will progress to clinical trials and/or delivery to the military or civilian market after the completion of the PRMRP award.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 3 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $1.5M plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Applications (LOI) due: June 6, 2012. Applicants due: June 26, 2012
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/04/2012
06/06/2012 11 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Exploration–Hypothesis Development Award FY12
24/05/2012
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Exploration–Hypothesis Development Award FY12
The PCRP Exploration – Hypothesis Development Award mechanism was first offered in FY03. Since then, 1,427 Exploration – Hypothesis Development Award applications have been received, and 178 have been recommended for funding. The Exploration – Hypothesis Development Award supports the exploration of highly innovative, untested, potentially high–gain concepts, theories, paradigms, and/or methods that address an important problem in prostate cancer. Results of studies conducted through this award may provide the scientific rationale upon which a new hypothesis can be based or initial proof–of–principle of an innovative hypothesis. This award is designed to provide investigators the opportunity to pursue serendipitous observations that may reveal entirely new avenues for investigation. Presentation of preliminary data is inconsistent with the intent of this award mechanism and is therefore strongly discouraged. However, logical reasoning and a sound scientific rationale for the proposed work must be described.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 1 year. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $75,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Letter of Intent) due: June 6, 2012. Application due: June 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/04/2012
06/06/2012 11 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Physician Research Training Award FY12
24/05/2012
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Physician Research Training Award FY12
The PCRP Physician Research Training Award (PRTA) mechanism was first offered in FY03. Since then, 134 PRTA applications have been received, and 58 have been recommended for funding. The PRTA supports a mentored training experience to prepare physicians with clinical duties and/or responsibilities for productive careers in prostate cancer research. This award emphasizes equally the quality of both the research and the training proposed. The trainee is considered the Principal Investigator (PI) of the application. All applications for the PRTA are to be written by the PI, with appropriate direction from the mentor(s). The PI must demonstrate a commitment to a career as an investigator at the forefront of prostate cancer research and clinical practice; however, the PI is not required to have previous prostate cancer research experience. Applications must include a robust description of an individualized, prostate cancer–focused training plan that will provide the PI with experience in key areas relevant to the proposed work and foster the PI7#39;s development as a prostate cancer researcher.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 4 years, and the minimum is 3 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $520,000 plus indirect costs. The maximum allowable direct costs amount per year is $130,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Letter of Intent) due: June 6, 2012. Confidential Letters of Recommendation due: June 20, 2012. Application due: June 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 04/04/2012
06/06/2012 11 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Postdoctoral Training Award FY12
24/05/2012
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Postdoctoral Training Award FY12
The PCRP Postdoctoral Training Award mechanism was first offered as the Postdoctoral Traineeship Award in FY99 and was incorporated into the Prostate Cancer Training Award in FY06–FY10. In total, 1,183 Postdoctoral Training Award applications have been received, and 397 have been recommended for funding. The Postdoctoral Training Award supports prostate cancer research training opportunities for recent doctoral graduates. These awards primarily provide salary support for the Principal Investigator (PI); the postdoctoral trainee is considered the PI of the application. The PI must exhibit strong potential for, and commitment to, pursuing a career as an investigator at the forefront of prostate cancer research; however, the PI is not required to have previous prostate cancer research experience. Applications must include at least one mentor, appropriate to the proposed training and research project, who has experience in prostate cancer research and training as demonstrated by a record of funding, publications, and successful mentorship. The selected mentor(s) should demonstrate a clear commitment to the PI7#39;s training and be well qualified to contribute significantly to the development of the PI toward independence as a prostate cancer researcher.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 2 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $115,000 ($57,500 per year) plus indirect costs.All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Letter of Intent) due: June 6, 2012. Confidential Letters of Recommendation due: June 20, 2012. Application due: June 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 04/04/2012
08/06/2012 13 days
Australian Pork Limited (APL)
R & D Tenders for 2012/13
28/05/2012
R & D Tenders for 2012/13
Australian Pork Limited is calling for tenders in the following priority areas: Reducing Reproductive Wastage, Welfare, Nutrition and Physiology, Technology Transfer and Adoption, Environment.
The tender documentation can be downloaded from the APL website. Tenders must to be lodged through PigNet (www.pignet.com.au) by COB Friday 8 June 2012.
Funding Category:
1 ACGR Portfolio: Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 01/05/2012
08/06/2012 13 days
Banking and Financial Services Law Association
2012 Research Prize for Banking and Financial Services
28/05/2012
2012 Research Prize for Banking and Financial Services
The Banking and Financial Services Law Association Ltd offers two prizes each year for research essays on important issues of current banking and financial services law and practice which are relevant to Australia and/or New Zealand. In 2012 the Association offers a prize pool of $15,000 – the amounts awarded will be at the discretion of the Prize Panel – for first and second place. The Association reserves in its absolute discretion the right not to award either or both prizes for any reason.
The object of the Prize is not only to make the benefits of the research available to the public but also to encourage the research potential of the successful entrant. Students (both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels), academics, and practitioners are invited to submit an entry.
Entries close at 5pm (AEST) on Friday 8th June, 2012 and will be judged by a panel selected by the Association. The winners will be announced at the Annual Conference Dinner on Sunday 5th August, 2012 (Queenstown, New Zealand). Please contact the BFSLA Secretariat for your entry application by sending an e-mail to: jenny@eventsolutions.com.au
Please refer to the Association's website for submission details.
The Ralph W. Gerard Prize in Neuroscience honors an outstanding scientist who has made significant contributions to neuroscience throughout his or her career. The Gerard Prize, the highest recognition conferred by the Society, was established in the name of Dr. Ralph W. Gerard, a revered neuroscientist who was instrumental in establishing the Society for Neuroscience and served as honorary president of SfN from 1970–1974.
Open to all scientists with contributions to the field of neuroscience. The recipient receives: $25,000 prize; For the SfN annual meeting: Economy airfare or ground transportation, two nights hotel accommodations, and complimentary registration. The SfN President presents the prize at a lecture at the SfN annual meeting. The recipient is selected by the Ralph W. Gerard Prize Selection Committee.
All materials must be submitted using SfN's award nomination site. Please refer to the Prize website for submission details.
The Jacob P. Waletzky Award is given to a young scientist who has conducted research or plans to conduct research in the area of substance abuse and the brain and nervous system.
The prize, which includes $25,000, is presented at the Society's annual meeting.
Nominees must be active in research at the time the award is given.
If you have questions, visit the Awards and Prizes FAQ or e-mail awards@sfn.org.
Swartz Prize for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience 2012
28/05/2012
Swartz Prize for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience 2012
The Swartz Prize is presented annually to an individual whose activities over a period of time have produced a significant cumulative contribution to theoretical models or computational methods in neuroscience, or who has made a particularly noteworthy advance over the past several years in theoretical or computational neuroscience.
The prize, which includes $25,000, is presented at the Society's annual meeting.
Open to all individuals who have contributed to theoretical or computational neuroscience.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year. Please refer to our website for details.
The SCAR Fellowship Programme is designed to encourage the active involvement of early career scientists and engineers in Antarctic scientific research, and to strengthen international capacity and cooperation in Antarctic research.
The programme is for PhD students, and those within 5 years of having completed a PhD, on the day of the deadline for applications, to undertake research at an institute in one of the 36 SCAR Member countries. In special cases (e.g. Maternity/Paternity leave), this 5 year period may be extended. Please contact the SCAR Secretariat (email info@scar.org) if you believe this to be the case. Topics for support should make a contribution to the scientific objectives of SCAR as embodied in the Standing Scientific Groups and both the current and upcoming Scientific Research Programmes. Awards will be up to US&$36;15,000, providing, as needed, economy–class round trip travel and a modest subsistence allowance for the fellowship period. The Fellow's home institute will bear all expenses incurred in his or her own nation (domestic travel, visa costs, etc.), and the host institute will waive any bench fees that they might normally charge trainees. Three to four awards will be made in total depending on the quality of the applications and the budget available.
In order to apply, candidates will be required to first contact and liaise with appropriate host Antarctic projects or programmes in order to secure the support and mentorship of an active research team capable of including them in their own research programme. The last date for submitting all components of the application package is by 13th June 2012. All proposals must be made on the appropriate forms, and submitted electronically.
Please refer to the Committ's website for submission details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 23/03/2012
15/06/2012 2 weeks 6 days
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF)
Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis
05/06/2012
Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) is seeking applications for project funding for a period of four years for a Centre of Excellence for Biosecurity Risk Analysis (centre). A funding grant of up to $1,972,300 per annum (inc GST) for four years will be available to the successful applicant to operate a centre from July 2013 following a competitive application process.
This grant is intended to build on the work of the Australian Centre of Excellence for Risk Analysis (ACERA) which was established in 2004 under a funding deed with the University of Melbourne and has gained international recognition in its field.
The purpose of the program is to continue to support governments' advancement of biosecurity risk management through the provision of expertise in risk analysis techniques and the development of associated methods, protocols, tools and procedures. br />The future objectives are to deliver practical, rigorous solutions and advice related to the assessment, perception and communication of biosecurity risk. A particular focus will be to collaborate and engage with end users to improve adoption of methods and increase the impact of research findings to benefit both government and the broader community.
The centre's objectives have attracted international attention with additional research investors and governments indicating their interest in contributing to the centre in the new funding round. This arrangement will keep Australia and its partners at the forefront of biosecurity risk management.
Applications open on 18 April 2012 and close by COB 15 June 2012. Please refer to the Program Guidelines for further information. An example of a Funding Deed is also provided however please note that this is a guide only and a tailored deed will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) – Office of Learning and Teaching
Office for the Learning and Teaching Grants – Innovation and Development
15/06/2012
Office for the Learning and Teaching Grants – Innovation and Development
The Innovation and Development Program supports research, development and innovation related to the enhancement of learning and teaching in higher education. Grants are provided to effect systemic change in the higher education sector at a national level.
Applications are sought for Round 2 of the Innovation and Development Program, under the following priorities: • Curriculum renewal; • Improving tertiary pathways; • Innovation and development in L&T including in relation to new technologies; • Internationalisation; • Research and development.
$4 million is available for Innovation and Development grants in 2012. Individual projects are funded as follows: Project building directly on previously completed OLT projects $50,000-$150,000 - Up to 2 years.
Projects not building directly on OLT projects $50,000-$220,000 (Any duration). All applications for Office for Learning and Teaching grants must be submitted through the Promoting Excellence Team in the Office of the Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning & Teaching). Please make a contact with the Promoting Excellence Team to discuss your proposal (pe@monash.edu). The Promoting Excellence Team is available to assist you to develop project ideas, interpret the OLT guidelines, check applications for compliance, and review proposal drafts.
Internal deadline for Round 2 Expressions of Interest: 15th June 2012. Please refer to the OPVCLT's website for submission details.
Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) – Office of Learning and Teaching
Office for the Learning and Teaching Grants – Leadership for Excellence in learning and Teaching
15/06/2012
Office for the Learning and Teaching Grants – Leadership for Excellence in learning and Teaching
The Leadership for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Program provides grants for projects that build leadership capacity in ways consistent with the promotion and enhancement of learning and teaching in contemporary higher education, and which reflect the values of excellence, inclusiveness, diversity and collaboration, and a commitment to long term, systemic change. The program favours approaches that are distributed and multi-level and recognises that leadership in higher education takes many forms. Leadership is context dependent and may not be formally defined.
Applications are sought for Round 2 of the Leadership for Excellence Program, under the following priorities: • Enhancing learning and teaching through leadership capacity building at an institutional level; • Disciplinary and cross-disciplinary leadership to enhance learning and teaching through leadership capacity building in discipline structures, communities of practice and cross-discipline networks; • Applications which build on outcomes of projects funded in earlier years.
$1.0 million is available for Innovation and Development grants in 2012. Individual projects are funded as follows: Project building directly on previously completed OLT projects $50,000-$150,000 - Up to 2 years.
Projects not building directly on OLT projects $50,000-$220,000 (Any duration). All applications for Office for Learning and Teaching grants must be submitted through the Promoting Excellence Team in the Office of the Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning & Teaching). Please make a contact with the Promoting Excellence Team to discuss your proposal (pe@monash.edu). The Promoting Excellence Team is available to assist you to develop project ideas, interpret the OLT guidelines, check applications for compliance, and review proposal drafts.
Internal deadline for Round 2 Expressions of Interest: 15th June 2012. Please refer to the OPVCLT's website for submission details.
The Prize is awarded annually to one young scientist for the most outstanding neurobiological research based on methods of molecular and cell biology conducted by him/her during the past three years.
Marie Curie Fellowships of the Gerda Henkel Foundation – M4HUMAN Programme
01/06/2012
Marie Curie Fellowships of the Gerda Henkel Foundation – M4HUMAN Programme
Starting in 2011, the Gerda Henkel Foundation is offering Marie Curie Fellowships in the M4HUMAN (Mobility for experienced researchers in historical humanities including Islamic studies) programme aimed at supporting outstanding scholars. This funding initiative is co–financed by the European Commission under the EU's Seventh Framework Programme for Research. One objective of this fixed–term programme is to increase networking between researchers in the historical humanities at the international level, including researchers in religious, cultural and political sciences under the special programme "Islam, the modern nation state and transnational movements". Other goals include the promotion of trans–national academic exchange, increasing transnational mobility, facilitating further education and the positive and long–term influencing of the research environment in both origin and destination countries. Research scholarships can be requested for a larger–scale research work or in connection with a research project.
The deadline for applications is June 15, 2012.
For further information (including the required application forms, deadlines and available endowments), please refer to the Foundation's homepage on the website.
The 2012 Telstra Business Women's Awards celebrates 18 years of rewarding the incredible achievements of business women across the country.The Alumni is full of truly remarkable women who continue to inspire people through their leadership, innovation and courage. More than just recognition and rewards, the Awards provide an opportunity for career analysis and self–development, new business opportunities and network expansion.
Nominate yourself or a business woman you know by providing their name, business and contact details. You can remain anonymous if you wish.
Nominees are invited to enter the program. The entry must be submitted online by midnight AEST 19 June 2012. The judging panel assess entries, selects shortlists and interviews to determine finalists. Shortlisted entrants are announced from mid July to mid August. State and territory winners are announced at state and territory Awards luncheons. National winners are announced at the Gala Dinner in Sydney on 21 November 2012.
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program (PRCRP) FY12 - Career Development Award
06/06/2012
Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program (PRCRP) FY12 - Career Development Award
The PRCRP Career Development Award mechanism is being offered for the first time in FY12. To support the next generation of cancer research, this award offers opportunity for individuals in the early stages of their careers to obtain the funding, mentoring, and experience necessary to advance an independent position at the forefront of cancer research. The Career Development Award is intended to support novel and innovative research projects with an emphasis on discovery. Preliminary data is not required. The proposed research project should include a well–formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale and study design.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 2 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $240,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre-Applications due: June 19,2012. Pre-Application is required; Application submission is by invitation only. Application due: September 12, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 02/05/2012
19/06/2012 3 weeks 3 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program (PRCRP) FY12 - Visionary Postdoctoral Fellowship Award
06/06/2012
Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program (PRCRP) FY12 - Visionary Postdoctoral Fellowship Award
The PRCRP Visionary Postdoctoral Fellowship Award mechanism was first offered in FY11. Since then, 81 Visionary Postdoctoral Fellowship Award applications have been received, and 13 have been recommended for funding. To support the development of future generations of cancer researchers, this award offers an opportunity for a candidate postdoctoral fellow to collaborate with an earlyૻcareer independent, not yet tenured investigator serving as mentor in at least one of the FY12 PRCRP Topic Areas toward investigations that are relevant to military beneficiaries. The Visionary Postdoctoral Fellowship Award is intended to support exceptionally talented, recent medical or other doctoral graduates in their pursuit of cancer research during a postdoctoral fellowship with a focus on cutting–edge, innovative, high–risk/high–impact basic science or translational research that will have either short–term or long–term clinical impact. Translational research may include preclinical studies in animal models and/or human tissues that have a clear potential for translation into clinical applications. Correlative studies of existing clinical trials, and/or projects that develop clinical endpoints for clinical trials, may also be proposed. Clinical trials are not permitted under this award mechanism.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 3 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $240,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre-Applications due: June 19,2012. Pre-Application is required; Application submission is by invitation only. Application due: September 12, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 02/05/2012
20/06/2012 3 weeks 4 days
AusAID
Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships – Round 12
07/06/2012
Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships – Round 12
Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships aim to develop leadership, address priority regional development issues, and build partnerships and linkages between Australian organisations and partner organisations in developing countries in the Asia–Pacific region, Latin America, the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East. The ALA Fellowships program engages with a wide cross–section of the Australian community on aid delivery issues and priorities for development. Through ALA Fellowships, Australian organisations can apply for funding to support a range of professional development activities that will build expertise and leadership capacity in eligible countries.ALA Fellowships support a wide variety of areas and sectors. Australian organisations are encouraged to design programs that address priority areas, including disability and development, economic growth, education, environment, food security, gender, governance, health, human rights, infrastructure, regional stability, rural development and water and sanitation .Overseas counterpart organisations and individual fellows must be sponsored by an Australian organisation, and may not apply directly for an ALA Fellowship. They may, however, initiate contact with an Australian organisation to explore the latter's interest in applying for Fellowship funding.
Fellowship Award : Australian organisations can request funding of up to AUD35,000 per fellow to cover: Return air travel; Relevant in–Australia travel; Training costs; Accommodation and living expenses; Medical insurance costs when in Australia (for award holder only); Special assistance for people with disability; Program overhead fee.
Round 12 will open on 14 May 2012, and will close on 20 June 2012. Please refer to the AusAid website for submission details.
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
Autism Research Program (ARP) FY12 – Idea Development Award
07/06/2012
Autism Research Program (ARP) FY12 – Idea Development Award
The ARP Idea Development Award mechanism was first offered in FY07. Since then, 237 Idea Development Award applications have been received, and 18 have been recommended for funding. The ARP Idea Development Award supports the development of innovative, high–impact ideas that advance the understanding of ASD and that ultimately will lead to improved outcomes for individuals with autism. Through the Idea Development Award, the ARP seeks to promote multidisciplinary collaborations (e.g., special education, biomedical science, preclinical research); to develop and validate biologically relevant animal models of autism (with appropriate justification for its relevance to a given subgroup); to investigate the implications of immunological response and ASD; and to leverage existing biological samples, clinical populations, and databases to provide power to test ideas.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 3 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $400,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Preproposal) : June 20, 2012. Pre–application is required; Application submissionis by invitation only. Application: September 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 04/05/2012
20/06/2012 3 weeks 4 days
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
Autism Research Program (ARP) FY12 – Pilot Award
07/06/2012
Autism Research Program (ARP) FY12 – Pilot Award
The ARP Pilot Award mechanism was first offered in FY11. Since then, 47 Pilot Award applications have been received, and 6 have been recommended for funding. The ARP Pilot Award supports conceptually innovative, high–risk/high–reward research that could ultimately lead to critical discoveries or major advancements that will drive the field of ASD forward. Research projects should include a testable hypothesis based on a strong scientific rationale. This award is not intended to support the continuation of existing studies or the next logical extension and/or incremental step. Through the Pilot Award, the ARP seeks to promote multidisciplinary collaborations (e.g., special education, biomedical science, preclinical research); to develop and validate biologically relevant animal models of autism (with appropriate justification for its relevance to a given subgroup); to investigate the implications of immunological response and ASD; and to leverage existing biological samples, clinical populations, and databases to provide power to test ideas. The Pilot Award emphasizes untested, novel, innovative, and potentially groundbreaking concepts, theories, paradigms, and/or methods. The award is designed to provide investigators with the opportunity to pursue serendipitous observations that may reveal entirely new avenues for investigation. The existence of preliminary data suggests that the proposed research does not meet the intent of this award mechanism. Therefore, preliminary data are not allowed. The strength of the application should be based on sound scientific rationale and logical reasoning.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 2 years. The maximum allowable direct costs for the entire period of performance are $100,000 plus indirect costs. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward (subgrant or subcontract) must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Preproposal) : June 20, 2012. Pre–application is required; Application submissionis by invitation only. Application: September 20, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 04/05/2012
24/06/2012 4 weeks 1 day
Elsevier Foundation
New Scholars Program
11/06/2012
New Scholars Program
TThe New Scholars Program supports projects to help early– to mid–career women scientists balance family responsibilities with demanding academic careers. New Scholars seeks to actively address the attrition rate of talented women scientists caused by work-life balance issues.
The Foundation provides one, two and three year grants to STEM institutions and organizations actively working towards a more equitable academia by: encouraging networking and collaborations among institutions and/or across STEM disciplines in ways that support the challenges of faculty and staff with family responsibilities; developing and implement strategies for advocacy and policy development to advance knowledge, awareness, and application of programs to retain, recruit and develop women in science; and enabling scientists to attend conferences, meetings, workshops and symposia that are critical to the development of a career in science by helping them with childcare and other family responsibilities when attending scientific gatherings.
Proposals are welcome for single–year grants in amounts between US$5,000 to US$50,000. Proposals will be accepted for multi–year programs (up to three years) for grant amounts of US$5,000 to $50,000 per year for a project total of $100,000. (msw)
All first round applications must be submitted online via The Elsevier Foundation's online grant application proposal system between May 1st and June 24th 2012. Applicants invited to submit a full proposal will be notified in July and asked to expand
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 15/05/2012
27/06/2012 4 weeks 4 days
Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE)
Advancing Understanding of Infantile Spasms Award
14/06/2012
Advancing Understanding of Infantile Spasms Award
CURE promotes collaborative research that advances the search for a cure for epilepsy, and addresses the goal of "no seizures, no side effects." For this initiative, CURE seeks to fund investigators focused on finding a cure for infantile spasms. Both basic scientists and clinicians are encouraged to apply.
Infantile spasms (IS) is a rare childhood epilepsy syndrome that can have profoundly negative long–term developmental and cognitive consequences. Disease onset is typically between 3–7 months of age, and many children develop other seizure syndromes as they age. Infantile spasms is characterized by hypsarrhythmia on the EEG, a developmental feature unique to this syndrome. Importantly, a strong correlation has been noted between the presence of hypsarrhythmia plus spasms and cognitive and developmental delays. The most common treatments include hormones (ACTH), steroids (prednisone), or antiepileptic drugs (especially vigabatrin). Unfortunately, there remains a lack of consensus regarding the best initial therapeutic approach. Complete control of spasms can lead to improved long–term outcome; however, currently available treatments are not always effective and are often associated with substantial adverse effects.
CURE issues this directed Request for Applications (RFA) to accelerate the understanding of infantile spasms and advance a new, disease-modifying therapy into the clinic. This program will fund milestonedriven proposals for 1–3 years. CURE will commit up to $5 million over the next 3 years to fund proposals submitted for this initiative. CURE intends to fund multiple proposals as a part of this initiative. Applicants may request project periods of 1–3 years for direct costs appropriate and justifiable for the work proposed. Each item and its cost must be clearly described in the budget. A maximum of $1,000 ($1,500 for international applicants) per year can be budgeted for travel to scientific meetings. CURE encourages all awardees to attend the annual American Epilepsy Society meeting. Multi–year support is not automatic for any award and is contingent upon meeting milestones and progress reports being favorably reviewed.
Applications may be submitted by investigators exploring cutting-edge approaches to biomarker and model development that will aid in the identification and development of a disease modifying therapy or cure for IS. Applicants need to be willing to work in
Letter of Intent : All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). The LOI should provide a brief description of the research plan that succinctly outlines the hypothesis to be tested, the specific aims, and proposed milestones that will serve to measure progress. LOIs should specifically address the purpose of this RFA as outlined above. All LOIs will be subjected to a review process. Scientific reviewers and the CURE Research Review Board will make recommendations to the CURE Board of Directors regarding which full proposals to invite. Only a subset of applicants will be invited to submit full proposals.
Please refer to the CURE's website for submission details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 15/05/2012
27/06/2012 4 weeks 4 days
US Department of Defense: Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program
Clinical Trial Award FY12
17/06/2012
Clinical Trial Award FY12
Applications for the Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program (PRORP) are being solicited by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Defense Health Program. The PRORP was established in fiscal year 2009 (FY09) to support research focused on optimizing recovery and restoration of function for military personnel with orthopaedic injuries sustained in combat or combat–related duties. Appropriations for the PRORP from FY09 through FY11 totaled $158.5 million (M). The FY12 appropriation is $30M.
The FY12 PRORP challenges the scientific community to address the most significant gaps in care for the leading burden of injury and loss of fitness for military duty by funding innovative, high–impact, clinically relevant research to advance optimal treatment and rehabilitation from musculoskeletal injuries sustained during combat or combat–related activities. Applications involving multidisciplinary collaborations among academia, industry, the military services, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other Federal Government agencies are highly encouraged.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is up to 4 years. The maximum funding for direct costs (plus indirect costs) is $2.5M.
Independent Investigators at or above the level of Assistant Professor (or equivalent) can apply. The Prepoposal due date is June 27, 2012.
For more details, go to http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/12prorpcta_pa.pdf
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 21/05/2012
27/06/2012 4 weeks 4 days
US Department of Defense: Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program
Idea Development Award FY12
17/06/2012
Idea Development Award FY12
Applications for the Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program (PRORP) are being solicited by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Defense Health Program. The PRORP was established in fiscal year 2009 (FY09) to support research focused on optimizing recovery and restoration of function for military personnel with orthopaedic injuries sustained in combat or combat–related duties. Appropriations for the PRORP from FY09 through FY11 totaled $158.5 million (M). The FY12 appropriation is $30M.
The FY12 PRORP challenges the scientific community to address the most significant gaps in care for the leading burden of injury and loss of fitness for military duty by funding innovative, high–impact, clinically relevant research to advance optimal treatment and rehabilitation from musculoskeletal injuries sustained during combat or combat–related activities. Applications involving multidisciplinary collaborations among academia, industry, the military services, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other Federal Government agencies are highly encouraged.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is up to 3 years. The maximum funding for direct costs (plus indirect costs) is $500K.
Independent Investigators at all academic levels can apply. The Prepoposal due date is June 27, 2012.
For more details, go to http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/12prorpida_pa.pdf
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 21/05/2012
27/06/2012 4 weeks 4 days
US Department of Defense: Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program
Translational Research Partnership Award FY12
17/06/2012
Translational Research Partnership Award FY12
Applications for the Peer Reviewed Orthopaedic Research Program (PRORP) are being solicited by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, Defense Health Program. The PRORP was established in fiscal year 2009 (FY09) to support research focused on optimizing recovery and restoration of function for military personnel with orthopaedic injuries sustained in combat or combat–related duties. Appropriations for the PRORP from FY09 through FY11 totaled $158.5 million (M). The FY12 appropriation is $30M.
The FY12 PRORP challenges the scientific community to address the most significant gaps in care for the leading burden of injury and loss of fitness for military duty by funding innovative, high–impact, clinically relevant research to advance optimal treatment and rehabilitation from musculoskeletal injuries sustained during combat or combat–related activities. Applications involving multidisciplinary collaborations among academia, industry, the military services, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other Federal Government agencies are highly encouraged.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is up to 3 years. The maximum funding for direct costs (plus indirect costs) is $750K.
Independent Investigators at all academic levels can apply. The Prepoposal due date is June 27, 2012.
For more details, go to http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/pa/12prorptrpa_pa.pdf
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 21/05/2012
29/06/2012 4 weeks 6 days
American Association for the Advancement of Science
AAAS Newcomb Cleveland prize
19/06/2012
AAAS Newcomb Cleveland prize
The American Association for the Advancement of Science invites nominations for its Newcomb Cleveland prize of $25,000. The prize is awarded to the author or authors of an outstanding paper published in the research articles or reports sections of Science. Each annual contest starts with the first issue of June and ends with the last issue of the following May.
An eligible paper is one that includes original research data, theory or synthesis; is a fundamental contribution to basic knowledge or is a technical achievement of far–reaching consequence; and is a first–time publication of the author's own work.
In addition to $25,000, the winner will receive a bronze medal and complimentary registration and travel and accommodation expenses to attend the AAAS annual meeting. Self–nominations will not be accepted.
Science Editorial Office, 1200 New York Avenue NW, Room 1044, Washington, DC 20005, skihara@aaas.org
Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research – Melbourne University
NeCTAR (National eResearch Collaboration Tools and Resources) - eResearch infrastructure
18/06/2012
NeCTAR (National eResearch Collaboration Tools and Resources) - eResearch infrastructure
NeCTAR has issued a Request For Proposals to the Australian research community to create and develop research infrastructure for Virtual Laboratories and Research Cloud nodes. NeCTAR's Request for Proposals (RFP) is the process by which members of the Australian research community are invited to apply for funding to build an aspect of NeCTAR7#39;s eResearch program areas. Those interested in submitting project proposals must REGISTER to download the RFP documentation. PART D of this documentation is vital to the process and proposers must be familiar with the important information it contains. A face–to–face and online briefing session is planned for Wednesday May 16, 2pm–4pm, Level 2, 234 Queensberry Street, Carlton, Melbourne, Lecture theatre 227. Please visit the NeCTAR website for full details. All RFP stage two project proposals must be submitted before 4pm AEST on Friday June 29, 2012 via email to proposals–rfp7#8211;nectar@unimelb.edu.au Email RFP stage two questions to questions–rfp–nectar@unimelb.edu.au and please read RFP stage one questions and answers as this information is still relevant. There will be no call for eResearch Tool or National Server Program node proposals in this Stage Two RFP.
As mentioned on the website, you need to register to download the full RFP pack in both PDF and Word documents. Registration allows them to advise interested parties of updates or changes – which might be critical to the proposal. To register go to:https://nectar.org.au/user/login and enter your name, institution and email address. Part D of this documentation is particularly important. The RFP will outline what you need to do to submit your project proposal. Proposals must be submitted via email to proposals–rfp–nectar@unimelb.edu.au before 4pm AEST on Friday June 29, 2012.
NeCTAR is an Australian Government project conducted as part of the Super Science initiative and financed by the Education Investment Fund. The University of Melbourne has been appointed the lead agent by the Commonwealth of Australia, Department of Industry, Innovation, Science, Research and Tertiary Education.
Please refer to the NeCTAR's website for submission details.
The Section on Statistical Genetics and the Department of Biostatistics in the School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) are pleased to request nominations for the Eleventh Annual Janet L. Norwood Award for Outstanding Achievement by a Woman in the Statistical Sciences. The award will be conferred on Wed 9/12/2012. The award recipient will be invited to deliver a lecture at the UAB award ceremony, and will receive all expenses, the award, and a $5,000 prize.
Eligible individuals are women who have completed their terminal degree, have made extraordinary contributions and have an outstanding record of service to the statistical sciences, with an emphasis on both their own scholarship and on teaching and leadership of the field in general and of women in particular and who, if selected, are willing to deliver a lecture at the award ceremony. For additional details about the award, please visit our website at http://www.soph.uab.edu/ssg/norwoodaward/aboutaward.
Deadline for receipt of nominations is Fri 6/29/2012. Electronic submissions of nominations are encouraged. The winner will be announced by Fri 7/6/2012.
Please refer to the Award website for submission details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/05/2012
30/06/2012 5 weeks
Australian Association of Research in Education (AARE)
Award For Doctoral Research in Education
19/06/2012
Award For Doctoral Research in Education
This award is intended as a recognition of excellence in educational research by doctoral students. Normally only one award will be made each year. It is seen by the Association as a way of recognising the high quality contribution made to educational knowledge by graduate students, and at the same time promoting dissemination and furthering of research.
Anyone who has been awarded a doctoral degree from an Australian institution in the two years prior to 30 June in the year of the award is eligible. Nominations close on 30 June each year. Theses accepted for the degree after this date may be nominated in the following year.
Nominations may be made from qualified Faculties, Schools or Departments of Education by the Dean or relevant Head. No more than one nomination may be made in any one year from each institution. The award comprises a citation from the Association together with a return airfare to the Conference.
In 2012 there are three types of sponsorships available through the Australian Geographic Society: Seed Grants, Project Sponsorships and the Nancy Bird Walton Sponsorship for Female Adventurers and the Northface Adventure grant;. In 2012 the total amount of funds allocated in each funding round for Seed Grants will be a maximum of $15,000 and for Project Sponsorship a maximum of $15,000. The toal amount of funds distributed may be less than these amounts. The number of projects sponsored in each category is dependent upon the amount sought by each applicant. To discuss your application with the Australian Geographic Society please contact Kylie Piper on (02) 9263 9825 or society@ausgeo.com.au.
Please refer to the Society's website for submission details.
The BBVA Foundation invites nominations for its frontiers of knowledge awards. These recognise research and creative work that contributes to a better understanding of the natural, social and artificial or technological worlds. Eight categories are available: basic sciences (physics, chemistry, mathematics); biomedicine; ecology and conservation biology; information and communication technologies; economics, finance and management; contemporary music; climate change; development cooperation. Candidates may be one or more persons of any nationality.
Agencies and organisations in the public and not–for–profit private sector are also eligible for climate change and development cooperation awards. Nominations are accepted from: scientific or artistic societies or organisations; national or regional academies of the sciences or the arts; public or private research and development centres; university departments and schools, and university or research institutes; hospital departments and biomedical research centres; conservatories and schools of music; scholarly music and musicology journals; orchestras and orchestra associations; radio and television broadcasters running symphony or chamber orchestras; science museums; public agencies and international, national or regional organisations involved in a relevant field.
Organisations may nominate more than one candidate but each candidate may only be nominated for one category. Awards in each category are worth €400,000.
The Canine Research Foundation is seeking applications for grants for research to commence in the year 2013. The Foundation is an independent public trust for the purposes of funding research directed at improving canine health, which it does through a program of annual research grants. The Australian National Kennel Council has adopted the Foundation as its research–funding vehicle.
Grants per project will normally be in the order of $5,000–15,000 in any one year. Projects may extend beyond one year but funding each year will be dependent upon satisfactory progress as given in interim reports. Funds will be available as arranged through the university. Note that funding is not usually provided for salaries, stipends or significant capital equipment.
Grants may be made by the Foundation for research projects relating to canine health where the research is conducted by an Australian university. Proposals should be received by the Foundation at PO Box 309, Carina. QLD. 4152 by June 30, 2012. Application forms can be downloaded from the Foundation's website. The Foundation ask that a hard copy of your application be sent to the address noted above as well as an electronic copy (preferably PDF format) be sent to: administrator@ankc.org.au. Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Program Grants: DRWF awards a limited number of program grants, the amount of which is based on available funds. The program must be educational or community health oriented, and targeted to people with diabetes or health professionals working in the field of diabetes.
The Foundation offers Research Grants and Educational Grants. The deadlines for applications are June 30th and December 30th for each year.
In line with the charity's mission of assisting in the relief of people with diabetes, DRWF is offering financial support for a selected number of proposals and projects connected with diabetes research. The maximum available for each project is $50,000 per year for a maximum of two years.
If the proposed research is within an area of primary interest and is judged as having high scientific merit by the Foundation's advisors, the Board of Directors may make special grant awards that exceed the stated maximum. Currently, the Foundation's area of primary interest and focus are islet cell transplantation, macrovascular disease & neuropathy. All other research proposals will not be reviewed. Research proposals are evaluated along the following parameters: Relevance to the DRWF mission; Scientific merit; Qualifications and experience of the investigators; Human subjects participating in research supported by DRWF must give their prior legally acceptable and informed consent. A blank copy of the consent form used should accompany the application. The care and treatment of human and animal subjects should be in compliance with NIH guidelines.
The Diabete Research Wellness Foundation offers Research Grants and Educational Grants. The deadlines for applications are June 30th and December 30th for each year.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association (DEBRA)
Research Grants
18/06/2012
Research Grants
The funding of research into the cause and possible treatment of Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is one of DEBRA's main goals. DEBRA's current research priorities are: biology and genetics of all forms of EB, as better understanding can lead to new approaches to treat EB; development of therapies, including possible gene–therapies, cell–therapies, drug therapies or protein therapies; wound healing and skin cancer in EB; management of EB through clinical research.
The 2012 call for applications for new research funding from DEBRA International, in any of DEBRA's priority research areas, is now open. The deadline for application submission is 30 June 2012. Decisions on funding applications from this call will be made in November 2012.
Please refer to the DEBRA's website for submission details.
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Annual Competitive Cycle
19/06/2012
Annual Competitive Cycle
TThe Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC) is calling for Expressions Of Interest (EOI) against the priority areas for RD&E investment nominated below by the FRABs/Subprograms/Coordination programs and their alignment with the FRDC's RD&E Plan. Applications for the EOI are to be completed using the FRDC's online application software Fishnet.
All EOI must be received via email by the relevant FRAB/Subprogram/Coordination contact, outlined in the Call for Expressions letter, by the 30th June and finalised on Fishnet. EOI submitted after this date will not be accepted.
The FRABs/Subprograms/Coordination programs will assess these EOI and provide advice to applicants on whether their application has been supported and recommended for submission to the FRDC by the 1st of September.
Please refer to the FRDC's website for submission details.
Australia/Germany Joint Research Co–operation Scheme for Funding Commencing in 2013
30/06/2011
Australia/Germany Joint Research Co–operation Scheme for Funding Commencing in 2013
This scheme is a joint initiative of the Go8 and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Germany's national agency for the support of international academic co–operation. It is one of the world's largest and most respected organisations in its field. Its mission is to advance Germany's international engagement in the fields of education, science, culture and research. The scheme aims to foster research collaboration of the highest quality between Australian researchers from Go8 universities and German researchers and result in research outcomes and the exchange of skills and knowledge of mutual benefit to Australia and Germany.
Eligibility Requirements: Exchange participants must either be employed as academic staff members in a teaching and research or research only role at a Go8 university, or a PhD student involved in the research project submitted by an eligible staff member.
One signed application must be submitted by 30 June 2012 as a hard copy to Dennis Batson, Monash Research Office, along with an electronic copy by email to Dennis (Dennis.Batson@monash.edu). Please also complete the Monash Research Office Cover Sheet. The MRO Cover Sheet is an on–line form that cannot be saved, so before submitting it you need to print out a hard copy, sign it and obtain the other relevant signatures and send it to Dennis Batson. The MRO Cover Sheet is located at: http://www.monash.edu.au/researchoffice/coversheet/
Late applications will not be accepted. To be successful, Australian applicants must ensure that their German collaborators submit a corresponding application with the same title to the DAAD in Germany. Projects will then be selected for funding based on the competitive process set out in the application pack.
Please refer to the GO8 website for submission details.
The Marconi society invites nominations for its Marconi prize. This prize is awarded to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of communications for the benefit of mankind through scientific or technological discoveries or innovations. Recipients of the prize are designated Marconi fellows and are expected to pursue further creative work that will add to the understanding and development of communications technology.
Learned societies and academies of all countries, as well as individuals in universities, industry and public life are eligible to submit nominations.
The prize includes an honorarium worth $100,000 and a work of sculpture.
PO Box 777, Mountain View, CA 94042-0777. For more info, email to info@marconisociety.org.
The American Physical Society invites nominations for the George E Valley Jr. prize. This biennial prize recognizes an individual in the early stages of his or her career, for an outstanding scientific contribution to physics that is deemed to have significant potential for a dramatic impact on the field.
Nominees must have received their PhD no earlier than five years before April 1 of the year of the nomination deadline.
Work done by a graduate student for his or her thesis is eligible for consideration if it is demonstrated that the student's contributions have been crucial to an important piece of research. The prize consists of $20,000 and a certificate.
The American Society for Microbiology invites nominations for the Abbott–ASM lifetime achievement award.
This award is intended to honor a distinguished scientist for sustained contributions to the microbiological sciences. Nominees must be mature scientists, active or retired, from all relevant areas of microbiology.
The prize includes $20,000, a commemorative piece and travel to the society's general meeting, where the awardee will deliver the Abbott–ASM lifetime achievement award lecture.
Recognizing distinguished accomplishments in interdisciplinary research and mentoring in microbiology, this award honors D.C. White, who was known for his interdisciplinary scientific approach and for being a dedicated and inspiring mentor.
Consideration will be given to the breadth of the nominee's contributions, as well as their originality and overall impact. There are no age restrictions, but the nominee must have a distinguished record of accomplishments in microbiological research. Nominees in all areas of microbiology will be considered.
A cash prize of $5,000, a commemorative piece, and travel to the ASM General Meeting, where the laureate will deliver the D.C. White Research and Mentoring Award lecture.
The American Society for Microbiology invites nominations for the Maurice Hilleman/Merck award.
The award recognizes outstanding major contributions to pathogenesis, vaccine discovery, vaccine development, and control of vaccine–preventable diseases.
The award includes $20,000, a medal, and travel to the ASM general meeting, where the recipient will present the Hilleman/Merck award lecture. Self–nominations are not accepted.
Honors outstanding contributions to the application of biotechnology through fundamental microbiological research and development.
A nomination can be a single exceptionally significant achievement or the aggregate of a number of exemplary achievements.
A cash prize of $5,000, a commemorative piece, and travel to the ASM General Meeting where the laureate delivers the Promega Biotechnology Research Award Lecture.
The Bequest would like to support the development of ideas and catalytic projects that support women and families in the raising of children and that have the potential to enhance the physical and emotional health of women and children and young people within Victoria, including: vulnerable children and young people needing supported education and training pathways; projects focused on Indigenous groups and communities; projects located in rural and regional areas; early intervention projects and prevention programs designed to tackle the causes of disadvantage; or helping meet the needs of women and children in health care and access to health care.
Major Grants: $10,000 - $80,000 per annum – multi–year grants may be available.
Closing Dates: Expressions of Interest (EOI) must be submitted by 1 July to the granting body. Short–listed organisations will then be invited to submit applications by 1 September. If you are successful in your EOI application, please ensure your full application reaches the MRO office by 21st August 2012.
Please refer to the foundation's website for submission details.
The Templeton Foundation invites nominations for the Templeton prize. The prize honors a living person who has made an exceptional contribution to affirming life's spiritual dimension, whether through insight, discovery, or practical works. Nominations are especially encouraged in the fields of: research in the human sciences, life sciences, and physical sciences; scholarship in philosophy, theology, and other areas of the humanities; practice, including religious leadership, the creation of organizations that edify and inspire, and the development of new schools of thought; commentary and journalism on matters of religion, virtue, character formation, and the flourishing of the human spirit.
Men and women of any creed, profession, or national origin may be nominated for the Templeton prize. The prize has been awarded to scientists, philosophers, theologians, members of the clergy, philanthropists, writers, and reformers, for work that has ranged from the creation of new religious orders and social movements to humanistic scholarship and research about the origins of the universe.
The prize is a monetary award in the amount of 1 million pounds.
Templeton Prize Office, John Templeton Foundation, 300 Conshohocken State Road, Suite 500, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428, info@templetonprize.org
The annual National Folk Fellowship is offered jointly by the National Library of Australia and the National Folk Festival. The National Library holds the most significant folklore and related collections in Australia. The Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to discover and explore original collection material at the Library for use in your artistic work. The outcome of this residency at the National Library will be a performance at the following National Folk Festival, and recordings acquired for the National Library's Oral History and Folklore collection.
Fellows receive: Special access to research facilities and collections; Access to the Library’s professional sound recording studios; $8000 for travel support, accommodation and project expenses for a residency at the Library of four weeks, or equivalent;Performance and workshops at the 2013 National Folk Festival and a subsequent presentation on the Fellowship the National Library.
Deadlines: Applications for the 2012/13 Fellowship open on 5 April 2012 and close on 1 July 2012. No applications or changes will be accepted after that date. Fellowships are awarded only once: applications from previous recipients will not be considered. The Fellowship is open to overseas applicants but support is only provided for travel within Australia.
Please refer to the Fellowship website for submission details.
Research to Prevent Blindness Senior Scientific Investigator Awards
21/06/2012
Research to Prevent Blindness Senior Scientific Investigator Awards
Research to Prevent Blindness Senior Scientific Investigator Awards support well established scientists functioning with primary appointments as full Professors in departments of ophthalmology. Candidates must be recognized as national leaders in their field of scientific interest and be actively engaged in eye research. Applications will be evaluated on the basis of the nominee's ongoing research activities – this is not a prize for past achievements. Only one nomination per school may be made each year.
Applications for RPB grants must be submitted by the chairman of a department of ophthalmology and are then evaluated via a three̶tiered review process.
RPB Ad Hoc Committees, which are comprised of selected national vision research leaders, conduct initial grant reviews and forward their recommendations to the standing RPB Scientific Advisory Panel for further evaluation.
Please note: Grant applications are not available on RPB's website. For complete grant guidelines and applications, or if you have any questions regarding RPB's Grants Program, contact RPB's Grant Administrator at 212.752.4333 or pmoran@rpbusa.org.
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The IEEE and the Royal Society of Edinburgh invite nominations for their Wolfson James Clerk Maxwell award. The award recognises groundbreaking contributions that have had an exceptional impact on the development of electronics and electrical engineering or related fields.
Nominees need not be members of either the IEEE or RSE; the award is open to any individual or team who has made outstanding contributions to the electronics or electrical engineering fields.
It includes a $20,000 (or British pound sterling equivalent) honorarium.
RSE, 22-26 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 2PQ, trickard@atroyalsoced.org.uk
Department of Defense (DoD) Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
FY 2012 Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine – II (AFIRM II)
19/06/2012
FY 2012 Armed Forces Institute of Regenerative Medicine – II (AFIRM II)
The U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC), with the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the Air Force Medical Service, the Office of Research and Development – Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs (the Sponsors) are soliciting applications for the AFIRM II program. The AFIRM II program is anticipated to be funded in Fiscal Year 2013 (FY13). One of the goals of the program is to position promising technologies and therapeutic/restorative practices for entrance into human clinical trials. The intent of the AFIRM II program is to fund basic through translational regenerative medicine research and development. Activities acceptable under this award may include basic scientific research, development of animal models, preclinical studies required for initiation of FDA–regulated human clinical trials, and Phase I – II human clinical trials. Therefore, it is not the intent to fund human clinical trials as a major component of this program. Pending the availability of funds, it is anticipated that additional human clinical trials will be solicited, evaluated, selected, and funded separately from the AFIRM II program in open competition.
Funding: The current funding level is anticipated for the AFIRM II program to be $15 million per year over five years for a total of $75 million, subject to the availability of funds. Please scope the proposed budget not to exceed $15 million per year including all costs (direct and indirect). Also, it is expected that the Offeror(s) will leverage funds from outside partners to further the goals of the AFIRM II program. All direct and indirect costs of any subaward contained in the Offeror(s) proposed budget must be included in the total direct costs of the primary award.
Pre–Application (Letter of Intent) Submission Deadline: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (ET), July 2, 2012. Application Submission Deadline: 11:59 p.m. ET, July 11, 2012
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 26/04/2012
03/07/2012 5 weeks 3 days
William T. Grant Foundation
Scholars Program 2012– 2013
20/06/2012
Scholars Program 2012– 2013
The William T. Grant Scholars Program supports promising early career researchers from diverse disciplines who, have some demonstrated success in conducting high quality research and are seeking to furthr develop and broaden their expertise.
Candidates are nominated by a supporting institution and must submit five–year research plans that demonstrate creativity, intellectual rigor, and a commitment to continued professional development.
Every year, four to six William T. Grant Scholars are selected and each receives $350,000 distributed over a five–year period.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
The ALR funds research that will accelerate the development of new treatments for lupus. As such, grant proposals should be innovative in direction and utilize state-of-the-art techniques. Fundamental studies in genetics, immunology, cell biology and molecular biology to identify and characterize molecular systems must be oriented towards the development of drugs that would prevent and/or ameliorate clinical signs and symptoms of lupus.
Individuals with doctoral degrees (MD, PhD or equivalent) are eligible to apply. Scientific independence as evidenced by direction of a research program, a publication record, or other experience that establishes scientific leadership is necessary to apply. The ALR does not impose geographic restrictions on its applicants, and investigators working anywhere in the world are eligible and encouraged to apply. The ALR is willing to appropriately support research in industry or collaborations between academia and industry.
Funding for the TIL award will be made for up to $200,000 per year (for a maximum of three years – total amount up to $600,000) including indirect costs. Funding for the third year is based on the successful submission of a non competitive progress report. The award amount will determined by the ALR's Board of Directors based on the results of the peer review process including recommendations from the ALR's Scientific Advisory Board. Detailed guidelines for application and submission are available on the websites listed above.
Deadlines associated with this grant program are as follows: Letter of Intent due to ALR by July 10, 2012. Grant Application due to ALR by August 10, 2012.
Please refer to the ALR website for submission details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 16/05/2012
13/07/2012 6 weeks 6 days
Morris Animal Foundation
Large Companion Animal Proposals
02/07/2012
Large Companion Animal Proposals
First Award Grants provide research funding for aspiring researchers's first projects as the principal investigator and pairs them with a seasoned research mentor to help launch a successful, long–term scientific career that advances companion animal and wildlife health. Applicants must have a DVM and/or a PhD and/or be specialty–board certified and must have a postdoctoral career–appointment/faculty–equivalent position at a university, accredited zoo or conservation organization. Applicants must provide a letter documenting their position from the institution–s dean, department head or equivalent. Applicants must not have received previous funding as a principal investigator for more than $20,000 for any single, extramural award. Previous role as a co–investigator is acceptable. Residents are not eligible for this award.
The next call for Large Companion Animal Proposals will be in mid–April, 2012 with proposals due in mid–July, 2012.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for relevant award and submission details.
United Nations Educational, Science and Cultural Organsiation & L'Oreal Australia
UNESCO L'Oreal Co–Sponsored Fellowships Programme for Young Women in Life Sciences – 2013
02/07/2012
UNESCO L'Oreal Co–Sponsored Fellowships Programme for Young Women in Life Sciences – 2013
Within the framework of the UNESCO Co–Sponsored Fellowships Scheme, a joint programme has been launched with the L'OREAL Corporate Foundation with a view to promoting the contribution of young women –from all over the world – in research developments in the field of life sciences. The UNESCO–L$OREAL fellowships scheme focuses on UNESCO's premise that people are the world's greatest resource and that innovation and excellence, especially among the young women community, deserve to be supported and encouraged through the concerted efforts of the international community. The award of the fellowships constitutes a key strategy through which impetus is being given to the enhancement of the role of women in devising scientific solutions to problems confronting humankind in the twenty–first century.
Candidates must already be engaged in pursuing research at the doctoral or post-doctoral level in one or allied fields of life sciences including biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, agriculture, medicine, pharmacy and physiology. Projects involving animal models (i.e. experimentation using vertebrate laboratory animals) are rejected, and proposals in the area of cosmetics research are NOT encouraged; preference is given to non cosmetic researches. The UNESCO–L'Oreal International Fellowships are designed to identify and reward fifteen deserving, committed and talented young women scientists, from all over the world, active in the field of life sciences. With a view to ensuring that a balanced geographical representation is made, a maximum of three young women, from each of the five geo–cultural regions of the world, will be awarded fellowships. Special attention will be given to candidatures from the Least Developed Countries(LDCs).
Please refer to the Programme website for submission details.
National Commission for UNESCO Contacts List
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3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 17/05/2011
16/07/2012 7 weeks 2 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Advanced Postdoctoral Fellowship
03/07/2012
Advanced Postdoctoral Fellowship
The Advanced Postdoctoral Fellowship program is designed to attract qualified and promising health scientists, to provide an opportunity to receive full time research training, and to assist these promising individuals in transitioning from a fellowship to an independent (faculty–level) position. JDRF envisions the 3–year award term as a period in which fellows will receive critical research training that will position them to work at the leading edge of their chosen field. An additional, optional 1–year transition award will further assist fellows to proceed to independent faculty or research appointments and will serve as a bridge between the fellowship and independent competitive research funding. During the fellowship phase, the applicant is required to work with a sponsor who can provide a training environment conducive to beginning a career in diabetes–relevant research. At the time of activating the award, the applicant must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DMD, DVM, or equivalent) from an accredited institution and must not be simultaneously serving an internship or residency.
The fellowships are intended for those in a relatively early stage of their career. Generally, their first degree (PhD, MD, DMD, DVM, or equivalent) will have been received no more than 5 years before the fellowship. Applicants who have completed 1–3 years of postdoctoral training and now show extraordinary promise may wish to apply for this advanced award. Alternatively, exceptionally qualified and talented individuals are encouraged to apply at the beginning of their careers. This program is targeted to those who would benefit from postdoctoral research training in preparation for later faculty appointments (therefore, applicants may not have faculty appointments). There are no citizenship requirements for this program. To assure continued excellence and diversity among applicants and awardees, JDRF welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from persons with disabilities women and members of minority groups underrepresented in the sciences.
Awards will be made for a duration of up to 3 years, assuming satisfactory progress. The fellowship term is 12 months for each fellowship year, and fellows must devote 100% of their effort to the project outlined in the application. Budgets up to USD 90,000 per year for up to 3 years may be requested. The stipend request must be consistent with the amounts shown in Table 2 (refer to website) based on years of relevant postdoctoral experience. Salary support for additional staff is not allowable.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission requirements.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 08/05/2012
16/07/2012 7 weeks 2 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Career development Award
03/07/2012
Career development Award
JDRF fosters the development and productivity of the best and the brightest established independent researchers who will bridge the gap between the bench and bedside. The primary purpose of the Career Development Award is to attract qualified and promising scientists early in their faculty careers and to give them the opportunity to establish themselves in areas that reflect the JDRF research emphasis areas. In the five–year term of the award, awardees will focus their research efforts on a subject directly related to JDRF mission goals and research priorities, and position themselves to work at the leading edge of type 1 diabetes research. These awards are designed to assist exceptionally promising investigators. Although JDRF is especially interested in fostering careers in clinical investigation, Career Development Awards may emphasize either basic or clinical topics.
The Career Development Award is intended for individuals in a relatively early stage of their career. Ordinarily, their first degree (MD, PhD, DMD, DVM, or equivalent) will have been received at least three but not more than seven years before the award. The applicant must hold an academic faculty–level position (including assistant professor or equivalent) at the time of the application, at a university, health science center, or comparable institution with strong, well–established research and training programs for the chosen area of interest. There are no citizenship requirements for this program. To assure continued excellence and diversity among applicants and awardees, JDRF welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from persons with disabilities women and members of minority groups underrepresented in the sciences.
Career Development Award research may be conducted at foreign and domestic, for–profit and nonprofit, and public and private organizations – such as universities, colleges, hospitals, laboratories, units of state and local governments, and eligible agencies of the federal government.
The award is up to USD 150,000 per year, including indirect costs. These funds may be used for a research allowance, which can include a technician, supplies, equipment and travel up to USD 2000 per year. The awards are renewable pending satisfactory prog
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission requirements.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/05/2012
16/07/2012 7 weeks 2 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Early Career, Patient–Oriented Diabetes Research Award
03/07/2012
Early Career, Patient–Oriented Diabetes Research Award
The JDRF Early Career Patient–Oriented Diabetes Research Award will provide crucial support to investigators who plan to pursue a career in diabetes-related clinical investigation. These prestigious awards are made in the later stages of training and include the ability for recipients to transition to independent faculty or research appointments. The award has a five-year term.
The successful candidate will have an MD or MD–PhD, hold an appointment or joint appointment in a subspecialty of clinical medicine, and conduct human clinical research. In exceptional circumstances, non–MD candidates will be considered if their work is likely to contribute significantly to a clinical outcome. The candidate must hold an appointment or joint appointment in a clinical department. For the purposes of this award, clinical research is defined as research conducted with human subjects for which the investigator directly interacts with the subjects. Areas of relevant research can include (but are not limited to): 1) mechanisms of human disease; 2) therapeutic interventions; 3) clinical trials; 4) the development of new technologies.
Awardees will be required to provide an annual progress report. Awards are renewable for a maximum of four years. Awardees must devote at least 75% of professional effort to the conduct of type 1 diabetes–related clinical research during the period of the award. Awards are in the amount of up to USD 150,000 total costs per year, including indirect costs. Up to USD 75,000 of this may be requested for research allowance, which can include a technician, supplies, equipment, and travel up to USD 2,000 per year. Salary request must be consistent with the established salary structure of the applicant's institution, and equipment in years other that the first must be strongly justified. Indirect costs (excluding equipment) cannot exceed 10%.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission requirements.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 08/05/2012
16/07/2012 7 weeks 2 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Innovative Grants
03/07/2012
Innovative Grants
JDRF provides 'seed' funding for highly innovative research with potential significant impact on accelerating the mission of JDRF. The innovative research should have the potential for a change in the current paradigm or conventional wisdom or to lead to a seminal discovery or to be groundbreaking. Preliminary data is not required in the proposal but the underlying premise, goal, or hypothesis must be plausible and the proposal must be focused with a well defined goal. In the application, the investigator must specifically address how the proposal is innovative and clearly state the problem, hypothesis, methodology, and possible outcomes. The research plan has a strict 3 page limit.
Applications may be submitted by domestic and foreign non-profit organizations, public and private, such as universities, colleges, hospitals, laboratories, units of state and local governments, and eligible agencies of the federal government. Applicants must hold an M.D., D.M.D., D.V.M., Ph.D., or equivalent and have a faculty position or equivalent at a college, university, medical school, or other research facility. Please note that applications coming from for-profit entities should NOT be submitted here. Please refer to Industry Discovery & Development Partnerships for information on JDRF funding programs for industry and how to apply. There are no citizenship requirements for this program. To assure continued excellence and diversity among applicants and awardees, JDRF welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from persons with disabilities women and members of minority groups underrepresented in the sciences.
Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the criteria described below. Evaluations will be competitive and performed by an appropriate peer and lay review group convened by JDRF (see the Application Review Process section, above, for more information). The review criteria include: 1) Innovation 2) Plausibility of underlining premise, goal or hypothesis 3) Feasibility of experimental approach and completing in one year 4) Relevance to the objectives of JDRF 5) Qualifications and research experience of the principal investigators and collaborators 6) Availability of resources and facilities necessary for the project 7) Appropriateness of the proposed budget in relation to the proposed research Terms of the Award These grants provide one year of support for a maximum of USD 100,000 in direct costs and indirect costs of 10%, for a total of USD 110,000. These grants are not renewable. A final progress report is due within 60 days following the close of the award. Please see JDRF's budget guidelines for details. NEW: Projects with significantly higher cost or requiring greater than one year of funding may still be considered for an Innovative Grant at the discretion of JDRF staff.
Innovative grants provide one year of support for a maximum of USD 100,000 in direct costs and indirect costs of 10%, for a total of USD 110,000. These grants are not renewable. A final progress report is due within 75 days following the close of the
Please refer to Foundation's website for submission details.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Postdoctoral Fellowship
03/07/2012
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Postdoctoral fellowships are designed to attract qualified, promising scientists entering their professional career in the diabetes research field. The applicant is required to work with a sponsor who can provide a training environment conducive to beginning a career in type 1 diabetes–relevant research. At the time of activating the award, the applicant must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DMD, DVM), or the equivalent from an accredited institution and must not be simultaneously serving an internship or residency.
There are no citizenship requirements for this program. To assure continued excellence and diversity among applicants and awardees, JDRF welcomes applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from persons with disabilities women and members of minority groups underrepresented in the sciences.
Awards are for three years, assuming satisfactory progress. The fellowship term is 12 months for each fellowship year, and fellows must devote 100% of their effort to the project outlined in the fellowship application. Recipients of the JDRF postdoctoral fellowship award cannot hold another postdoctoral fellowship at the same time.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission requirements.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 08/05/2012
23/07/2012 8 weeks 2 days
Science and Industry Endowment Fund (SIEF)
SIEF Research Projects - Round 4 EoIs
10/07/2012
SIEF Research Projects - Round 4 EoIs
All proposals for research projects must align with the SIEF Primary Purpose and at least one Special Purpose Area as well as with the priorities of the requesting institution.
Eligibility is extended to national and international universities, other Publicly Funded Research Agencies (PFRA), and other research focused institutions. (Subject to the funded research meeting the SIEF Primary Purpose of benefit to Australia). Collaborative proposals (involving more than a single institution) are preferred. The quality as well as relevance of a proposal will be reviewed by expert peers. The 'additionality' test will apply to all funded investments. It is a common practice test where supported activities must be above and beyond or 'additional' to business as usual. The Fund will however consider proposals for research that are complementary to an institution's own research. Funding will target research areas in line with the SIEF Special Purpose Areas, as identified below. Grants for Research Projects to be funded up to the value of $1–2M pa for a term of 3–5 years with proponents encouraged to co–invest resources (may be as in–kind). Assessment of proposals (for Stage 1 and 2) will be conducted by the SIEF Expert Panel who will also seek advice from external experts as necessary; Recommendations will be made to the Advisory Council and Trustee.
All investments are subject to final decision by the Trustee.
The overarching strategic objective of SIEF – to invest in scientific research that addresses issues of national priority for Australia – is an outcome–directed objective. SIEF investment in Research Projects is, and should continue to be, focussed on the challenges that can be solved by scientific research. Hence the outcome–directed classifications of Socio–Economic Objective (SEOs) provide valuable insight into how the Fund is investing in its overarching Strategic Objective. The aim is that Research Projects funded by SIEF address a broad spread of national challenges for Australia, and therefore, for Round 4 Research Projects, specific outcome areas have been identified. Hence, for SIEF Research Projects – Round 4, the Trustee intends to have a strong preference for approving Research Projects that fall under the following Priority Areas: Plant and Animal Production and Primary Products; Mineral Resources; Energy; Manufacturing; Construction; Transport; and Information and Communication Services. The Research Projects selection process is over two stages. At each stage both successful and unsuccessful proponents will be notified of the Trustee–s decision.
All proposals must be submitted (via the Research Office or equivalent) using the EoI form, taking note of the Round 4 word limits, priority areas and nominating a preferred Special Purpose Area. Proposals must be submitted by COB 23 July 2012. Please re
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Health Disparity Research Award FY12
13/07/2012
Prostate Cancer Research Program (PCRP) – Health Disparity Research Award FY12
The PCRP Health Disparity Research Award mechanism was introduced in FY01. Since then, 185 applications have been received, and 50 have been recommended for funding. The Health Disparity Research Award (HDRA) supports new ideas based on innovative concepts or methodologies for prostate cancer health disparity research with the potential to make an important contribution towards eliminating death and suffering from prostate cancer. Studies proposed for this award mechanism are expected to improve the understanding of, and ultimately eliminate, disparities in prostate cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality. Applicants for this award must explicitly state how the proposed research is related to an area of prostate cancer health disparity. Appropriate health disparity areas include, but are not limited to, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, access to or differing standards of health care, insurance status, age, geography, and cultural beliefs.
Funding: The maximum period of performance is 3 years. The maximum allowable direct –or – total costs for the entire period of performance are $450,000 plus indirect costs for both Established and New Investigators.
Pre–Application (Letter of Intent) due: July 26, 2012. Confidential Letters of Recommendation (Nested Traineeship Option only) due: August 9, 2012. Application due: August 9, 2012.
Monash information required for applications to USA organisations is available on our website at
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Last updated: 03/04/2012
31/07/2012 9 weeks 3 days
American Association for the Advancement of Science
GE & Science prize for young life scientists
21/07/2012
GE & Science prize for young life scientists
The American Association for the Advancement of Science invites submissions for the GE & Science prize for young life scientists. The purpose is to recognize outstanding PhD graduate students in molecular biology from all regions of the world. This international prize will be awarded for the outstanding thesis in the general area of molecular biology as described in a 1000–word essay. The winning essay will be published in Science; essays of the regional award winners will appear in the online version of Science.
To be eligible: entrants must have been awarded their PhD between 1 January and 31 December 2010. Candidates for MD/PhD degrees are eligible to compete for the prize in either the year the PhD is awarded or the year the final degree is awarded; the research described in the entrant's thesis must be in the field of molecular biology; the prize will recognize only work that was performed while the entrant was a graduate student.
The judges may select up to three winners for each of the four geographic regions. The number of prizes awarded to each region is at the discretion of the judging panel and will be based on the comparative quality of the submissions. Total prizes will not exceed eight. All regional winners will compete for the grand prize of US$25,000. The regional winners who do not receive the grand prize will be awarded US$5,000.
The GE & Science Prize for Young Life Scientists Selection Committee, Science, 1200 New York Avenue, NW, Room 1049B, Washington, DC 20005, gescienceprize@aaas.org
The purpose of the Holsworth Local Heritage Trust, a charitable fund within the Victorian Community Foundation, is to invite applications for grants from not–for–profit organisations such as historical societies, clubs, schools and museums in regional and rural Victoria. The Trust is interested in supporting enthusiastic community groups and organisations with a true interest in heritage preservation and appreciation, and the enhancement of community life.
Grants of up to $2,000 are available for the publication of any specific or general local history or natural history in rural and regional Victoria. The Grant is intended for small organisations with an interest in publishing works of historical value, even where the organisation has little or no experience of self publishing work. Joint projects encompassing several groups or annual/special edited journals incorporating submitted historical articles from a wide community are encouraged.
Applicants are required to submit a proposal including details of the intended date of publication. It is expected that considerable research has already been undertaken before applying. Applications open on 1 March and close on 31 July each year. These are considered by the Holsworth Local Heritage Trust Sub–committee. The Sub7#8211;committee makes recommendations to ANZ Trustees by the end of August, being the Trustee of the Victorian Community Foundation – Holsworth Local Heritage Trust. Applicants will usually be advised by mid7#8211;September. Grants are paid via the Royal Victorian Historical Society.
Please refer to the Trustees website for submission details.
2012 Australia and New Zealand Internet Awards (ANZIAs)
18/07/2012
2012 Australia and New Zealand Internet Awards (ANZIAs)
.au Domain Administration Ltd (auDA) and Internet NZ are proud to announce the launch of the Australia and New Zealand Internet Awards (the ANZIAs) for 2012. Now in its fourth year, the ANZIAs are an annual event celebrating the achievements of organisations, businesses and individuals that have made significant contributions to the development and use of the Internet in Australia and New Zealand.
ANZIA winners receive recognition as industry leaders, for setting new standards in making the Internet a more inclusive, accessible and safe place. The Awards also offer winners public and industry exposure, positive media coverage, networking opportunities, recognition of hard work for staff and volunteers and an $AUD2500 cash prize for eligible entrants. Entries are invited in six categories: Security and privacy; Internet access & digital skills; Innovation; Information; Diversity; IPv6
Registrations of interest are now open at www.internetawards.org.au. Interested parties can register to receive instructions on how to enter. Applications will open on 1st June and close on 31st July, with all winners announced at a gala dinner in Canberra on 8th of October. Please also pass this information onto other relevant organisations and individuals that you feel may be interested in the ANZIAs.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
The Royal Academy of Engineering invites nominations for the Queen Elizabeth prize for engineering. This award recognises outstanding advances in engineering that have created significant benefit to humanity. The prize will recognise the unique nature of engineering, its diversity, creativity and impact, and will celebrate those individuals around the world whose work benefits and advances society.
The prize will be awarded to an individual or team of up to three people, of any nationality, directly responsible for advancing the positive application of engineering knowledge.
The prize is worth £1 million.
Royal Academy of Engineering, 3 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5DG, anji.hunter@raeng.org.uk
This grant is designed to support the development of creative and innovative programmes for education (of the public or non–sleep health professionals) and/or outreach on sleep health–related research for a variety of audiences.
This initiative aims to accelerate the transfer of recent scientific advances and established knowledge in sleep health and circadian/sleep biology to health professionals and/or the public at large. Applicants may propose to develop tools and/or strategies to advance community awareness through broader public health initiatives; or decrease sleep health disparities and improve health equality. Specific types of sleep education research grants supported by this programme could include innovative educational approaches designed to: improve knowledge transfer to clinicians (non–sleep specialists), allied health and/or community health care providers about sleep and sleep disorders, or transfer knowledge gained from sleep and circadian rhythm research into the broad public arena, for example child care venues, schools, workplaces, aged care and community groups that may or may not be brought together around health issues. Applications may include social marketing strategies, research–practice partnership models, community–based or clinic–based participatory research, or new models that foster partnerships among researchers, providers and the public. Successful programmes will have plans for portability and adoption in multiple settings and have built in education research methodology to evaluate validity and program efficacy. Proposals must have plans to bring sleep researchers together with appropriate communities of healthcare providers, health services, communities and/or other stakeholders. Projects that develop educational strategies that are portable and sustainable and have built in metrics for demonstrating measurable outcomes and assess potential for adoption or replication in other settings will be well regarded.
The grant is open to individuals or small teams who work in Australia or New Zealand, and the health education work must be undertaken in Australia or New Zealand. The applicant should not have received other substantial sources of support for their proposal. The maximum value of the grant is $20,000. The duration of the grant is normally for one year. Proposals for a single $20,000 grant distributed over two years will also be considered. (elg)
Please refer to the Foundation 's website for submission details.
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Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 10/05/2012
31/07/2012 9 weeks 3 days
Wiley Foundation
Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences 2012
21/07/2012
Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences 2012
The Wiley Prize in Biomedical Sciences is intended to recognize breakthrough research in pure or applied life science research that is distinguished by its excellence, originality, and impact on our understanding of biological systems and processes. The award may recognize a specific contribution or series of contributions that demonstrate the nominee's significant leadership in the development of research concepts or their clinical application. Particular emphasis will be placed on research which champions novel approaches and challenges accepted thinking in the biomedical sciences.
Eligible nominees are exceptional Ph.D. and M.D. scientists whose research has set the standard for excellence. More than one nomination can be made from the same organization. International nominations are eligible and the number of years in a position is not relevant to the nomination. This international award is presented annually and consists of a $35,000 prize and a luncheon in honor of the recipient. The award is presented at a ceremony at The Rockefeller University, where the recipient delivers an honorary lecture as part of The Rockefeller University Lecture Series.
The evaluations of each nominee will depend on the information provided in the nomination packages. Therefore it is important that the nominations be as complete, current, and accurate as possible. Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
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Last updated: 23/01/2012
01/08/2012 9 weeks 4 days
ANZ Trustees – Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment Fund
Postgraduate Student Research Support – Round 2
19/07/2012
Postgraduate Student Research Support – Round 2
The Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment invites applications for post–graduate student research support in ecology, wildlife management and natural history studies. Preference will be given to students at an early stage of a Masters or Doctoral program. Honours projects will normally not be supported. Eligibility is limited to Universities in the States of Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia, and Charles Sturt University (Albury–Wodonga).
Grants of up to $7,500 each will be awarded for the purchase of equipment, supplies, travel to study areas and conferences. The Endowment would prefer that all the funds requested for the student's research be allocated for the work of the student and not for the general administration of the School or Department. The Endowment consider that the Government should be providing funds for that purpose.
Grants will be renewable for a period of 2 to 3 years provided that the student maintains satisfactory progress. The Endowment offers two (2) funding rounds per annum, 1 April and 1 August, however students are only eligible to receive one grant per year. Students who applied for a grant and were unsuccessful can re–apply at the next funding round.
The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG) welcomes proposals from any of the natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of violence, and aggression. Highest priority is given to research that can increase understanding and amelioration of urgent problems of violence, aggression, and dominance in the modern world.
Questions that interest the foundation concern violence and aggression in relation to social change, intergroup conflict, war, terrorism, crime, and family relationships, among other subjects. Research with no relevance to understanding human problems will not be supported, nor will proposals to investigate urgent social problems where the foundation cannot be assured that useful, sound research can be done. Priority will also be given to areas and methodologies not receiving adequate attention and support from other funding sources.
Most awards fall within the range of $15,000 to $40,000 per year for periods of one or two years. Applications for larger amounts and longer durations must be very strongly justified. The foundation awards research grants to individuals (or a few principal investigators at most) for individual projects and does not award grants to institutions for institutional programs. Individuals who receive research grants may be subject to taxation on the funds awarded.
New applications must be received (not post-marked) by August 1, for a decision in December. Applications are reviewed once a year and final decisions are made by the Board of Directors at its meeting in December. Applicants will be informed promptly by e
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission requirements.
The AES is pleased to announce the call for applications for the annual Epilepsy Research Recognition Awards Program. This is a public recognition program designed to encourage and reward clinical and basic science investigators whose research contributes importantly to understanding and conquering epilepsy. Funds for the program have been generously provided by the American Epilepsy Society.
There will be two awards given in the amount of $10,000 each. These awards will be made to active scientists and clinicians. Our program is available to investigators working in all aspects of epilepsy.
The awards are intended as prizes, and as such they will be made to individuals for their unrestricted use. Funds are for the exclusive use of the recipients and may not be used for institutional or departmental support. There is no provision for institutional overhead. AES reserves the right to determine the number of awards, based on available funds and other considerations.
SSAB Svenskt Stal welcomes nominations for its Swedish steel prize.
The prize is international and can be won by anyone who has developed a product that includes high–strength steel or a method that expands the field of application for high–strength steels.
The winner will receive a statuette and a cash prize of SKr100,000.
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) seeks proposals for its Biotech Investment Award program (BIA). The goal of this initiative is to drive and accelerate the development of innovative and effective treatments for myeloma. This program is designed to: a) provide resources necessary for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to rapidly test therapeutics in multiple myeloma; and b) to foster collaboration with academic myeloma experts, as needed. BIA aims to remove barriers that limit the development of novel drugs for myeloma. This is a milestone–driven initiative. Payments will be made after successful completion of milestones as outlined in each applicant's proposal.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Children's Tumor Foundation Drug Discovery Initiative Awards
20/08/2012
Children's Tumor Foundation Drug Discovery Initiative Awards
The Drug Discovery Initiative Awards program supports early stage testing of candidate drug therapies for the treatment of neurofibromatosis (NF): NF1, NF2 and schwannomatosis. Established in 2006, DDI Awards has to date funded 46 projects totaling just over $1M. These Awards have yielded over $5M in follow–on funding from the federal government and other sources, as well as multiple industry collaborations and publications. DDI Awards is a catalyst program that has helped to fuel the drug pipeline with promising leads.
We are delighted to announce that for 2012 we are significantly increasing DDI Award levels. DDI Awards provides up to $25,000 in vitro Awards: to fund cell–based preclinical drug testing studies and $50,000 in vivo Awards: to fund animal–based preclinical drug testing studies. DDI Awards require only a brief (three page) application. If in Awards yield promising data, awardees may apply for subsequent in vivo funding to continue the research. A limited number of DDI Advanced Awards of up to $75,000 are available. Only prior recipients of DDI in vivo Awards may apply for DDI Advanced Award. If interested, please contact the Foundation.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Hundreds of thousands of lives each year could be saved by improved access to vaccines. Vaccines are cost–effective, safe, and proven to protect children from disease. Continued innovation is essential to overcoming persistent challenges in reaching more children with vaccines. The Gates Vaccine Innovation Award will celebrate revolutionary ways children in the poorest parts of the world are immunized. The winning innovation will be recognized with a US $250,000 prize. The Gates Vaccine Innovation Award is open to individuals from any discipline. Candidates from academic institutions, governments, health care facilities, research institutions, non–profit organizations and for–profit companies may be nominated.
The Foundation recognize that innovation in the delivery of vaccines can take many shapes. They are looking for ideas big or small that have resulted in tangible improvements in immunization coverage in developing country communities. Please note that nominations focused on innovation in research & development are not eligible for consideration. This award is focused only on achieving impact through innovative systems, processes, tools, and technologies leading to better immunization.
Nominations will be accepted through 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time on August 31, 2012 . Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
The Wolf Foundation is inviting nominations for its Wolf prizes, which are offered in the fields of agriculture, chemistry, mathematics, medicine, physics, architecture, music, painting and sculpture.
The prize in each field consists of a certificate and a monetary award of $100,000.
Candidates are required to attend the award ceremony in Jerusalem, in person.
To contact the Wolf foundation, email: info@wolffund.org.il
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Wolf Foundation, PO Box 398, Herzlia Bet 46103, +972 9 955 7120, info@wolffund.org.il
The William Buckland Foundation provides funding to support activities, organisations and project which focus on the health and wellbeing, particularly children and young people, scientific and educational activities, particularly agriculture to create lasting benefit for the Victorian community.
Closing times are 5pm on 1 March & 1 Septemeber Late applications will not be accepted. If the closing date falls on a weekend or public holiday, you may submit until 5pm on the following business day. Trustee meetings are usually held approximately eight (8) weeks after the application close date and applicants can usually expect to know the outcome of their grant within 12 weeks of the closing date.
Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
The Glaucoma Foundation offers grants to doctors and scientists striving to improve the lives of glaucoma patients through research. The next deadline for grant applications is September 1, 2012. Initial grant funding for a one–year period is for up to $40,000; a grantee is permitted to apply for a grant renewal of up to $50,000. A renewal grant is a one year grant that is based upon research findings from the initial research.
Terms and Restrictions. A. Grants are awarded for a one–year period and are renewable. B. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the Principal Investigator's understanding of glaucoma or his or her collaboration with an investigator who has experience in glaucoma research. If collaboration is warranted, a letter of support from the glaucoma researcher must be included in the application. C. Applicants must have a full time faculty position or the equivalent. D. Initial grant funding for a one–year period is limited to a maximum of $40,000. The Principal Investigator may apply for a renewal for up to $50,000. Renewal grants are for an additional year's research and must be based upon findings from the first year's work. E. The Glaucoma Foundation does not provide funds for Investigator salaries, travel, overhead or other indirect costs. F. Excluding renewal grants, Principal Investigators are required to wait a minimum of three years from the funded cycle before submitting a new research application for consideration. G. Renewal Grant Applications are accepted after 18 months have elapsed from the beginning of an original grant award.
Proposals will evaluated only in September of 2012 this year. Applications submitted for the September deadline will be awarded in late December. Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year. Please refer to our website for details.
Norske Videnskaps–Akademi – Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters
Abel prize
04/09/2012
Abel prize
The Abel Committee and the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters invite nominations for the Abel prize. It is an international prize for outstanding scientific work in the field of mathematics, including mathematical aspects of computer science, mathematical physics, probability, numerical analysis and scientific computing, statistics, and also applications of mathematics in the sciences.
The prize is meant to recognize contributions to mathematics and its applications of extraordinary depth and influence. The prize can be awarded to a single person or shared for closely related fundamental contributions.
The right to nominate is open to anyone. Self–nominations are not acceptable. The prize is for NOK6 million.
The University of Southern California invites nominations for the Tyler prize for environmental achievement. The prize is awarded for environmental science, environmental health and energy conferring great benefit upon mankind. Prizes are awarded for any one of the following: the protection, maintenance, improvement or understanding of an ecological or an environmental condition anywhere in the world; the discovery, further development, improvement, or understanding of known or new sources of energy; medical discoveries or achievements with such worldwide implications that they significantly benefit environmental aspects of human health. Individuals or public or private institutions of any nation are eligible for nomination.
The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust makes grants to support the needs of the wider community of Victoria across a range of targetted program areas. The Trust's grantmaking goals are to support the immediate and long–term needs across Victorian communities to build capacity and affect long–term change towards a better quality of life. Mindful of ever–changing needs in society, the Trust reviews from time to time, the target areas for support.
Target Program Areas – As of October 2011, we will consider applications for support within the following areas: •Education and Vocational Training: programs that assist the Victorian community to improve the educational and vocational outcomes for the community and so to provide opportunities for people to contribute to society. •Rural and Regional Victoria: programs to strengthen rural and regional communities. • Land Stewardship: support for programs that enable community organisations to undertake land care activities. The Trust wishes to target funding at bringing organisations together on projects so that more effective outcomes can be achieved in environmental management. • Arts and Culture: the main thrust of the Trust's grantmaking in this area will be an Arts Prize. This major program is in development. In the interim, some minor arts and cultural grants may be made. • • Health and Medical Research: the Trust will only make one healthcare and medical research grant at a time and this will be substantial. The Trust will award a research Fellowship once every five years with funding up to a maximum of $250,000 per annum. The Fellowship is designed to attract a mid–career researcher. The Fellowship will be awarded to an approved Victorian research institute or university.
The Impact Grants program makes grants above $25,000 across the five target areas. Impact Grants may be provided over one to five years and are designed to fund a "stand alone" program, project or activity across the target areas that: responds to a specific need; is developmental and/or innovative; is based on a significant body of knowledge or research; includes an outcome evaluation; details the strategy(s) for sustainability (if appropriate) beyond the grant period.
Please note: The Trust will only approve a maximum of TWO grants per university each financial year. In the round for FY2012/2013 applications are due at MRO by 10 September 2012 as the applications would need to be ranked and only TWO applications selected for submission to the Trust by 30 September 2012.
Ludwig–Maximilians University invites nominations for the Felix Wankel animal welfare research award. This recognises outstanding, experimental and innovative scientific papers aimed at, or resulting in, the replacement or reduction of animal testing, the general fostering of the idea of animal protection, ensuring the health and the appropriate housing of laboratory animals, pets and livestock, or supporting core research for the purpose of enhancing animal protection.
Scientists, members of scientific institutions, expert societies, authorities or representatives of the scientific media may nominate candidates. Nominees may be persons or groups involved in research in Germany or abroad.
The papers should be recent and contain the results of original research. The award is worth a maximum of €30,000 which may be divided among several prize winners.
Department of Veterinary Science, LMU Munich, Veterinärstr. 13/R, 80539 Munich, +49 89 2180 78333, felix.wankel@tierhyg.uni-muenchen.de
The Blum Foundation was established in 1999 in accordance with the Will of the late Stanislaw Blum, a Polish migrant, who throughout his life upheld the values of generosity, benevolence and charity. In a quiet and humble manner, he regularly assisted a broad range of non–profit organisations and charities. However, what was close to his heart was the maintenance of Polish culture and language for future generations in Australia. This has been demonstrated by The Blum Foundation which is dedicated to the promotion and encouragement of education of the Polish language and culture in Australia.
Applications for two types of gifts from The Blum Foundation are invited annually from organisations. Individuals cannot apply other than through a nominated organisation. 1. Gifts for organisational support – Purposes: Gifts of up to $1,000 may be made towards the general activities and needs of an organisation, including after hours ethnic schools. The gifts are for the support and development of the activities of the organisation. 2. Gifts for special projects – Purposes: Gifts of up to $5,000 may be made to organisations that wish to undertake special projects designed to EITHER meet the cultural and linguistic maintenance needs of the Polish community in Australia OR promote and encourage education of Polish culture and language in Australia.
Funding guidelines and application forms can be obtained from the small grants section of the ANZ Trustees website: www.anz.com/anztrustees . Applications must be made on the official forms located on the ANZ Trustees website. The closing date for all applications is 1 October each year.
Please refer to the Trustees website for submission details.
The Gairdner Foundation invites nominations for its international awards. The prizes, each worth $100,000, honour outstanding biomedical scientists who have made original contributions to medicine with the ultimate goal of contributing through research to the conquest of disease and relief of human suffering.
Several recipients may receive awards for achievements in the same field, but each awardee receives the full prize. Qualified scientists from every branch of biomedicine are eligible to be nominated for the awards.
All necessary travel and accommodation expenses for winners and their partners to accept awards are paid by the foundation. There are no restrictions on nationality.
Gairdner Foundation, 4 Devonshire Place, Toronto, ON, M5S 2E1, nominations@gairdner.org
To honor an outstanding advance in materials characterization that notably increases the knowledge of the structure, composition, in situ behavior under outside stimulus, electronic, mechanical, or chemical behavior, or other characterization feature, of materials. It is not limited to the method of characterization or the class of materials observed. Impact of the advance on materials research will be the primary consideration in making the award. Nominations for this award may be made for scientists and engineers in all areas of materials research.
The annual award consists of a $5,000 cash prize, a presentation trophy, and a certificate. Meeting registration fee, transportation and hotel expenses to attend the Materials Research Society Spring Meeting at which the award is presented will be reimbursed.
Nominations for the Mid–Career Researcher Award will be accepted through October 1. Rules and eligibility, nomination package requirements, and more are available at http://www.mrs.org/imca-nomination-info/
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3 Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 24/04/2012
01/10/2012 18 weeks 2 days
Materials Research Society
Mid–Career Researcher Award
21/09/2012
Mid–Career Researcher Award
The Mid–Career Researcher Award recognises exceptional achievements in materials research made by mid-career professionals. It is intended to honor an individual who is between the ages of 40 and 52 at the time of nomination. Exceptions may be made for an interruption in career progression due to family or military service. The award recipient must also demonstrate notable leadership in the materials area.
The annual award consists of a $5,000 cash prize, a presentation trophy, and a certificate. Meeting registration fee, transportation and hotel expenses to attend the Materials Research Society Spring Meeting at which the award is presented will be reimbursed.
Nominations for the Mid–Career Researcher Award will be accepted through October 1. Rules and eligibility, nomination package requirements, and more are available at http://www.mrs.org/mra-nomination-info/
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Last updated: 24/04/2012
01/10/2012 18 weeks 2 days
Roche Organ Transplantation Research Foundation and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
ROTRF Grant Awards 2012
18/09/2012
ROTRF Grant Awards 2012
The ROTRF priority is to support clinically oriented research projects, such as observational clinical studies, or studies that use human transplant samples for laboratory examinations and focusing on understanding the pathogenesis and prevention of human transplantation diseases, including organ injury and rejection, viral infection, and late graft deterioration. Furthermore, the ROTRF may consider funding research that addresses related clinical issues in non–transplant patients, including hepatitis C infection and other viral infections, and inflammatory processes relevant to human organ transplantation. These related clinical issues should demonstrate their relevance to disease phenotypes in organ transplant patients. The Trustees will also consider funding studies that investigate transplant populations, ethics, organ preservation and allocation, and healthcare delivery. Moreover, the ROTRF will welcome research in new emerging technologies that examine the pathogenesis of human disease states in organ transplantation. If animal models are used to complement the clinical research, a higher priority will be given to those that simulate pathological states and mechanisms operating in human organ transplantation.
Project proposals submitted to the ROTRF should include work with clinical transplant material or with organ transplant patients, e.g. in human organ preservation, human transplant pathology, or other human transplant areas, and should be focused on issues relevant to clinical organ transplantation. If animal models are used to complement the clinical research, a higher priority will be given to those that simulate pathological states and mechanisms operating in human organ transplantation. To be considered for a grant award, applications should demonstrate practical applicability to human organ transplantation in the near term.
The ROTRF provides funding to established faculty members of academic staff at universities, transplant centres and research institutes around the world. The maximum amount awarded per grant is 200,000 Swiss Francs distributed over 2 years. Depending upon the decision of the Board of Trustees and the SAC progressive, innovative and promising projects of high risk may be supported as proof–of–concept studies. Every applicant can submit only one Letter of Intent for each funding cycle. Every ROTRF grantee (including co–investigator) can only hold one ROTRF grant at a time. The submission deadline is on 1st October of each year even if this date falls on a weekend or on a public holiday. The database will be closed at midnight between the 1st and 2nd October of each year (applicant's local time).
International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine
ISSLS prize for lumbar spine research
05/10/2012
ISSLS prize for lumbar spine research
The International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine invites applications for its ISSLS prize for lumbar spine research. This prize aims to encourage lumbar spine research. Prizes will be awarded competitively on the basis of scientific merit in one or more of the following areas: clinical studies; bioengineering studies; studies in other basic science areas.
Papers submitted for the contest must contain original material, not previously published or submitted for publication. A multiple authorship is acceptable.
The Association for Computing Machinery invites nominations for its doctoral dissertation award. The award is presented to the authors of the best doctoral dissertation in computer science and engineering.
The author of the winning dissertation will receive $20,000 and the honorable mention winner will receive $10,000. Financial sponsorship of the award is provided by Google.
The winning dissertation is published by Springer.
The American Chemical Society invites nominations for the Arthur C Cope award to recognize outstanding achievement in the field of organic chemistry the significance of which has become apparent within the five years preceding the year in which the award will be considered. The award includes $25,000.
An unrestricted grant–in–aid of $150,000 for research in organic chemistry, under the direction of the recipient will be made to any university or non–profit institution selected by the recipient. Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the spring national meeting at which the award will be presented and to the fall national meeting to deliver an award address will also be reimbursed.
The award will be granted without regard to age or nationality for outstanding achievement in the field of organic chemistry.
The Bial Foundation invites applications for its medical sciences award. This award recognises intellectual written work on any research topic in medical science.
In order to be eligible, applicants have to present research that is of great impact or of high quality and scientific relevance.
The prize is worth €200,000.
Bial Foundation, À Avenida da Siderurgia Nacional, 4745-457 S Mamede do Coronado, fundacao@bial.com
The Fyssen Foundation invites nominations for its international prize. This recognises distinguished research achievements in areas supported by the foundation. These include: ethology, palaeontology, archaeology, anthropology, psychology, epistemology, logic and the neurosciences.
The topic for this round is cognition and material culture. Candidates should be proposed by recognised scientists.
The Society of Nuclear Medicine Education and Research Foundation invites nominations for the Cassen prize. This prize recognizes an outstanding achievement in nuclear medicine.
The awarding of this prize is essential to encourage development and growth in nuclear medicine.
ACM–Infosys Foundation award in the computing sciences
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ACM–Infosys Foundation award in the computing sciences
The Association for Computing Machinery invites nominations for its ACM–Infosys Foundation award in computing sciences.
The award will recognize personal contributions made by young scientists and system developers to a contemporary innovation that, through its depth, fundamental impact and broad implications, exemplifies the greatest achievements in this discipline.
The Association for Computing Machinery invites nominations for the AM Turing award.
The award includes a prize of $250,000, and is given to an individual selected for contributions of a technical nature made to the computing community.
The contributions should be of lasting and major technical importance to the computing field.
The Association for Computing Machinery invites nominations for the Grace Murray Hopper award. The award includes a prize of $35,000.
It will be given to an outstanding young computer professional of the year who will be selected on the basis of a single recent major technical or service contribution.
The candidate must have been 35 years of age or less at the time the qualifying contribution was made.
The Association for Computing Machinery invites nominations for its software system award.
The award, which includes a prize of $35,000, is made to an institution or individuals for the development of a software system that has had a lasting influence.
This may be reflected in contributions to concepts or in commercial acceptance. Financial support for this award is provided by IBM.
The Dan David Foundation invites nominations for its Dan David prizes. The Dan David Prize is a joint international enterprise, endowed by the Dan David Foundation and headquartered at Tel Aviv University. The awards will honour individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the past, present and future categories. For the 2011 prizes, the topics are: history/biography – past; plastic arts – present; genome research – future.
Three prizes of $1 million each are granted annually in the fields chosen for the three time dimensions. The prizes are granted to individuals or institutions with proven, exceptional, distinct excellence in the sciences, arts, and humanities that have made an outstanding contribution to humanity.
Nominees may be individuals or organisations. There are no eligibility restrictions in terms of nationality, age, race, gender, religion or political affiliation.
The sponsor offers an award that is conferred upon a renowned artist, sculptor, writer, poet, cinematographer, photographer, architect, musician or other performing artist, whose work constitutes a significant contribution to the artistic legacy of the world.
The Leonardo da Vinci World Award of Arts has been established as a means of acknowledgment to those who offer a positive message to mankind through different expressions of art.
The aspirants to the Awards may be selected and proposed only through the following authorities in the world: the President, the Prime Minister; ministers of science and technology or culture and education; directors of institutes and organizations; rectors of universities; members of the World Cultural Council; and outstanding personalities in science and culture. Nominations for the 2012 Leonardo da Vinci Award must be submitted by email to wcc@prodigy.net.mx and info@consejoculturalmundial.org prior to November 30, 2012. This award is given in alternate years.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year. Please refer to our website for details.
The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology invites nominations for its William J Cunliffe lectureship. The lectureship is awarded for lifetime achievements in the areas of endocrine dermatology and skin pharmacology conferring great benefit upon understanding the function of the pilosebaceous unit as well as the pathophysiology and treatment of its diseases. Individuals of any nation are eligible for nomination but self–nominations will not be accepted.
William J Cunliffe lectureship laureates receive €15,000 and are presented a William J Cunliffe medallion at ceremonies in the annual congresses of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology.
The award also includes an invitation to deliver a lecture dealing with the broad spectrum of endocrine dermatology and skin pharmacology and travel expenses to the EADV congress.
The American Chemical Society invites nominations for the Roger Adams award in organic chemistry. The purpose of this award is to recognise and encourage outstanding contributions to research in organic chemistry.
The award consists of $25,000 and reimbursement of travel expenses.
The recipient is expected to deliver a lecture at the biennial national organic chemistry symposium of the ACS at which time the award will be presented.
Wenner–Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
Historical Archives Program
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Historical Archives Program
This program helps preserve the history of anthropology by assisting senior scholars with archiving their personal research collections. Grants of $15,000 are awarded.
There are two purposes of this Scheme;
To assist senior scholars (or their heirs) holding unpublished research materials and personal papers of significant value for the study of the history of Anthropology, with the expenses of preparing and transferring them for archival deposit; and
To aid oral–history interviews with senior anthropologists.
All individuals seeking to apply for funding under the Historical Archive Program must first submit a Preliminary Inquiry to determine their eligibility. There is no fixed deadline for the Historical Archives Program. Inquiries and applications will be reviewed as they are received; however, please allow one to two months from submission of a formal application for a decision to be made.
Zoos Victoria's Research Program achieves its mission through three core activities: Animal Care and Management, Community Engagement, Field Conservation. Through research, Zoos Victoria aims to, among other things, maximise the delivery of conservation outcomes, continue to improve animal care and husbandry as well as inspire visitors to become active in conservation through delivering meaningful and enagaging wildlife experiences. The following six key themes of research have been identified to guide our research activities; Animal Health, Reproductive Science, Wildlife reintroduction & recovery, Biodiversity evaluation & ecological processes, Animal husbandry and wellbeing, Visitor experiences.
Prior to submitting a research proposal, please consult with the Director, Wildlife Conservation and Science via email on ggillespie@zoo.org.au; or phone on 03 92859422.
Deadlines for Research Project Submissions: In order for the Victoria Zoo's Animal Ethics Commitee to have adequate time to consider individual research proposals, please ensure all application forms and supporting documents are submitted by the meeting deadlines to ensure a timely consideration process. AEC Meeting schedules are adversited on the Zoo's web site and are held regularly throughout the year.
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is an educational centre in Cape Town, South Africa. The goals of AIMS are: To promote mathematics and science in Africa; To recruit and train talented students and teachers; To build capacity for African initiatives in education, research, and technology.
Postdoctoral Fellowships are available to recently qualified doctoral graduates who are interested in applications of mathematics to biology, finance, astrophysics and cosmology. Postdoctoral fellowships in all other fields in the mathematical sciences are also available. Fellowships are tenable for two years, contingent on satisfactory progress, and can be extended for a third year.
AIMS Research Fellowships are available to a variety of visiting researchers. Advanced PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, especially African PhD students and postdoctoral researchers working abroad, can apply for AIMS Research Fellowships for a two–month stay at AIMS. Senior visiting researchers who wish to visit AIMS for a period of time (normally between two and twelve months) are also welcome to apply for an AIMS Research Fellowship. AIMS Research Fellows will be able to conduct their own research at AIMS but will also be expected to participate in research and teaching programmes at AIMS. Each applicant should provide a curriculum vitae including degrees and awards received, and a list of publications, as well as a statement of future research and career plans. Applicants must also arrange for two confidential reference letters from academics familiar with their research to be sent in support of their application.
Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
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Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) manages the basic research investment for the U.S. Air Force (USAF). As a part of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), AFOSR's technical experts foster and fund research within the Air Force Research Laboratory, universities, and industry laboratories to ensure the transition of research results to support USAF needs. Using a carefully balanced research portfolio, research managers seek to create revolutionary scientific breakthroughs, enabling the Air Force and U.S. industry to produce world–class, militarily significant, and commercially valuable products.
It is anticipated the awards will be made in the form of a grant, cooperative agreement or contract. AFOSR reserves the right to select and fund for award; all, some, part or none of the proposals in response to this announcement.
The focus of AFOSR is on research areas that offer significant and comprehensive benefits to our national warfighting and peacekeeping capabilities. These areas are organized and managed in three scientific directorates: Aerospace, Chemical and Material Sciences, Physics and Electronics, and Mathematics, Information and Life Sciences. The research activities managed within each directorate are summarized in this section.
Funding Category:
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Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 13/10/2010
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Australia Council for the Arts
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts (ATSIA)
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts (ATSIA)
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The ATSIA board supports this right through its grant categories and through the implementation of the Australia Council's National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Policy (NATSIAP). The Australia Council is regarded as the primary funding agency for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific to this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
Australian dance is currently at the forefront of arts in Australia and internationally. It produces some of the highest quality dancers in the world and supports a wide–ranging sector – from flamenco to dance on film, from traditional Indigenous dance to youth dance companies.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The theatre board's role is to ensure that theatre continues. to be a vibrant contemporary artform that connects creatively with Australia's various communities. The board does this by supporting quality, innovation and diversity in the creation and presentation of Australian theatre work. Most forms of live performance are supported by the theatre board, including outdoor performance, text–based theatre, devised work, physical theatre, site–based work, puppetry, visual theatre, performance art, theatre for young people, circus, contemporary performance, youth theatre and cabaret. The board accepts the increasingly multidisciplinary nature of artistic work and funds many forms of cross–artform practice.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
Foremost amongst the board's selection criteria for each grant category is a focus on the creative quality of the art and the proposal under consideration. The board consciously aims to support individual artists as well as relevant arts organisations, which has become an important hallmark of its work. Through the new work and key organisations triennial grants categories, the board also allocates funds on behalf of the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy (VACS), an initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
Community Partnerships builds on the significant contribution the Australia Council as a whole has made in engaging in, and supporting, community–based arts and culture. Community partnerships will also enhance a whole–of–government approach across the Australia Council to achieve significant outcomes for the arts and community building. The programs support artists, community arts and culture organisations, and communities to undertake a range of projects and initiatives. They include support for individual artists, arts workers and communities as well as producing and support organisations.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The inter–arts office supports new artistic practice that does not fall within the existing funding guidelines of the artform boards. This includes creative processes such as interdisciplinary and hybrid arts, and crossdisciplinary projects involving artists and practitioners from other fields. The types of arts projects the inter–arts office supports are necessarily exploratory in nature and fit broadly within a framework of research and development, experimentation and creative development.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The board aims to support the excellence, diversity, vitality, viability and distinctiveness of Australian literature. It does this by providing direct financial support to outstanding literary creators, and grants to organisations that offer infrastructure support to the literature sector and income–generating opportunities for writers. Professional development opportunities for individual writers, including Australian and overseas residencies, are also supported. The literature board presents an annual award to acknowledge the achievement of eminent literary writers over the age of 65 who have made a life–long contribution to Australian literature.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The board, with the relevant state funding agency, negotiates tripartite performance agreements with identified major performing arts companies to assist in achieving mutually agreed operational and artistic objectives. The board recognises the complex challenges facing identified major performing arts companies and aims to work in partnership with them to address these challenges. It supports a culture of artistic innovation in the companies and a commitment to performance excellence. It encourages and assists the companies to deliver broad artform, geographic and demographic access.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The Going Global program aims to create more demand for Australian contemporary arts through supporting the promotion of Australian contemporary arts and the development of new markets and audiences, in Australia and internationally. Support is available for original, contemporary Australian work only.
Applications may be submitted at any time. Applications must be received eight (8) weeks prior to the project commencement date.
This Market Development grant is not available to apply online. Please go to the How to Apply tab to download an application from the website
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The Australia Council is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body. It directly supports young, emerging and established artists, as well as new and established organisations.
The music board supports work of the highest quality across the broad range of Australian music practice through grant programs and special initiatives. By 'highest quality' the board means work that has demonstrated excellence or has demonstrated potential. Different music practices are also supported, such as work by professional artists (established or emerging), work by and for young people, community music practice that assists communities to participate in quality musical experiences, instrument–making and sound–building, and experimental and emerging art practices. The board also supports service organisations that provide a direct benefit to artists and the artform from the support and services offered.
Universities are eligible to submit up to five applications per year (under multi–arts status and can submit two applications to the same category at the same closing date provided they are clearly distinct areas within the university). Applicants should contact the Monash Research Office before they could apply to check if Monash has reached its limit. Please check the individual closing dates on the website specific for this grant.
Australia–China Natural Gas Technology Partnership Fund
Research and Top Up Scholarship Application Opportunities
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Research and Top Up Scholarship Application Opportunities
The Australia China Natural Gas Technology Partnership Fund (the Fund) was established in 2003 as part of an historic agreement for Australia to supply LNG to China. The fund supports activities aimed at establishing genuine, long–term partnerships within the energy sector that create positive economic and environmental outcomes, increase knowledge and skills, particularly in the LNG industry, and enhance the relationship between Australia and China.
The Australia China Natural Gas Technology Partnership Fund provides opportunities for training, scholarships, research and technology transfer between China and Australia in the natural gas and LNG industry. It has a focus on increasing knowledge about the natural gas production–to–consumption chain including liquefaction, transport, re–gasification, distribution, engineering and procurement. The fund also fosters the development of long–term, mutually beneficial partnerships across the energy sector between Australia and China.
Applications for both Researcg Funding and Scholarships will be considered year round. Researchers should expect to receive a response advising of a decision within 6 weeks from date of application.
Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR)
R & D Project Proposals
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R & D Project Proposals
ACIAR facilitates and supports research and development activities in a broad range of agricultural areas, including crop production and protection, animal health and animal production, fisheries, forestry, land and water resources management and post–harvest technology.
ACIAR also commissions studies of the economic and policy issues concerned with the management of agricultural systems and natural resources, and helps partner countries build their capacity to engage with the increasingly global market economy.
Funding Category:
1 ACGR Portfolio: Foreign Affairs and Trade Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 19/10/2009
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Australian Film Commission
Industry and Cultural Development Funding Program
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Industry and Cultural Development Funding Program
The Industry and Cultural Development (ICD) Division of the AFC is responsible for delivering a range of programs that contribute to the cultivation and appreciation of Australian screen culture, locally and internationally.
Events and activities funded by the ICD Funding Program include screen industry award ceremonies, film festivals and screening programs, industry conferences and seminars, publications including books and magazines, touring film festivals and interactive media events, and the professional development activities of screen development organisations.
Support is available in the form of a grant, sponsorship or loan. The form of support will be decided at the AFC's discretion following an assessment of your project and further negotiation with you. ICD provides funding through four programs and each has two funding rounds per year: New Projects Fund, Events and Activities Fund, National Touring Fund, and ICD Interactive Media Fund. Each program fund has specific aims and selection criteria against which your application will be assessed. Applicants are encouraged to contact the ICD Funding Manager before submitting an application to discuss their eligibility for a particular fund. The AFC is committed to continually reviewing, researching and evaluating the effectiveness of its programs of financial support to ensure that these programs maximise outputs to achieve the AFC's objectives. To this end the ICD Funding Program Guidelines are revised annually.
The sponsor is interested in working with academics to develop proposals for research projects. It is offering financial assistance to provide an incentive for academics to prepare ARC grant applications in areas of AIJA interest. Broad areas of research identified as relevant to judicial administration are: the proportional use of judicial resources for optimum practical effectiveness and efficiency; and public perceptions and understanding of the justice system. Included in these broad areas are: the examination of the relationship between the principles of adjudicatory independence and administrative accountability; a comparative analysis of reforms in the justice system in other jurisdictions; performance measurement, including the creation of best practice models for the introduction of bench–marking and yardstick competition models in the courts; proportionality, namely, the proportion of the value of claims expended on legal costs and the expenditure of court resources to meet the instances and areas of greatest need and, access to justice. Inquiries and applications for funding should be directed to Professor Greg Reinhardt, the Executive Director of AIJA.
Confer the distinction of Fellow on a member who, in the opinion of the Board, has reached an exceptionally high standard of proficiency in library and information science and has made a distinguished contribution to the theory or practice of library and information science.
Peer nominated — nominees should not be aware that they are being nominated for an award.
Nominees should have at least eight years' standing as an associate or library technician member and be a personal financial member.
Australian Research Council Nanotechnology Network (ARCNN)
Short term visits and Long Term Visits
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Short term visits and Long Term Visits
Funding support available to postgraduate students and early career researchers (within 5 years of award of PhD degree) for travel and accommodation expenses associated with Short term visits and Long Term Visits, within Australia.
ARCNN also offers postgraduate students and early career researchers (within 5 years of award of PhD degree) Overseas Travel Fellowships to support for travel and accommodation expenses associated with research visits of up to 3 months duration at collaborating research institutions overseas.
Australian Research Council Nanotechnology Network (ARCNN)
Sponsorship
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Sponsorship
Sponsorship for Conferences, Workshops, Summer and Winter Schools, and Short courses that are held in Australia, organised by ARCNN members, and are of benefit to the broader nanotechnology community.
Funding ranges from $1,000 to $10,000 depending on the duration of the Event and number of proposed attendees. To be used for purposes such as invited speaker travel expenses, free registration for postgraduate students, free or reduced registration for early career researchers.
Applications for funding by ARCNN should be submitted at least three months in advance from the date of submission of abstracts. In order for Event funding to be approved the application must satisfy the listed criteria on the ARCNN web site.
Australian Research Council Nanotechnology Network (ARCNN)
Travel grants
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Travel grants
Travel grants for postgraduate students and early career researchers to attend ARCNN sponsored Conferences, Workshops, Summer and Winter Schools, and Short courses.
Up to $1,000 for travel, registration and accommodation to a location within Australia. It is preferred that funding support from other sources has already been approved, eg. home university, other granting body. Deadline for submission of request is two (2) months before the event.
The Center for Inquiry awards visiting research fellowships and scholarships in the areas of the borderlands of science; religion, ethics, and society; medicine and mental health. All relevant disciplines are welcome. While in residence at the Center for Inquiry's main branch at the State University of New York at Buffalo, fellows and scholars typically conduct research and publish in CFI or other journals; deliver public presentations; participate in conferences, seminars, and symposia; and interact with the university community.
Visiting fellows take up residence for at least one semester, receiving a courtesy appointment in the appropriate department at State University of New York at Buffalo, a stipend, and accommodations in the Center's guest residence.
Applications for visiting scholarships and fellowships are considered on a rolling basis.
The Foundation is committed to funding projects that are ambitious, innovative or unique in their approach in assisting Australia's young people realise their potential.
Community Grants: What are the criteria for applying for a Community Grant? Your organisation must have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status from the Australian Taxation Office; The program must target marginalised young Australians. Within this broad area, your application will be assessed on how it addresses the core areas of education, leadership, wellbeing and environment; The program must be able to demonstrate a difference or improvement for the specific youth issue it addresses; The program should be innovative. The Foundation looks to support programs that address a problem in a new way or address an issue that is not currently being satisfactorily addressed.
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
Flagship Collaboration Fund – Visiting Fellowships
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Flagship Collaboration Fund – Visiting Fellowships
Flagship Visiting Fellowships are available for distinguished researchers to work for a period of time (generally up to six months) in a Flagship to enhance the intellectual leadership of a Flagship or a major component of a Flagship (for example, a Theme). Fellowships are valued at A$100 000 and are designed to allow Australian or overseas based researchers to be seconded from their home university. In the case of overseas based researchers, the Fellowship may be used to fund a living allowance during the term of their Fellowship as well as economy class international air travel and minor operating costs.
Applications may be considered by each Flagship at any time. Prospective applicants must first contact the relevant Flagship to discuss their intention to submit an application for funding.
The sponsor's program provides funding support to facilitate research on consumer utility issues and to support projects that enable Victorian consumers to participate effectively in the marketplace.
The sponsor's objectives are: To facilitate and provide an independent, proactive and informed advocacy voice for Victorian Utility consumers to effectively represent their interest in regulatory processes, and in the consultation processes of other relevant Utility sector stakeholders. To facilitate and undertake the preparation and dissemination of independent research on consumer related Utility issues to enable consumers to take full advantage of Utility markets. To monitor grass roots consumer Utilities issues, with particular regard to low income, disadvantaged and rural consumers. To undertake other activities which the Board considers are ancillary or incidental to the above objects.
One objective of the Program is to encourage and support new voices to contribute to consumer utilities issues, and the program is open to all applicants. Applications may be lodged at any time, and an effort is made to assess and respond to applications quickly. CUAC may seek further details from applicants and/or request revisions to an application.To apply and for further information, see the Application form and Program Guidelines. Before beginning an application, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your project, the application and any questions you may have about the Executive Officer's Grants Program.
Support is offered for study tours, and attendance at conferences, seminars, workshops and short courses. Wherever possible, overseas travel applications should be built into specific Dairy Australia–funded projects within the Farm Productivity and Delivery, and Valur Chain Innovation Groups.
For more information contact Dairy Australia at: research@dairyaustralia.com.au
Funding Category:
1 ACGR Portfolio: Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 19/10/2009
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Dairy Australia
Scholarships and Awards
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Scholarships and Awards
The dairy industry offers several scholarships and awards to attract highly motivated persons into the industry and which offer current members of the industry opportunities for development.
For more information contact Dairy Australia at: research@dairyaustralia.com.au
Funding Category:
1 ACGR Portfolio: Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 19/10/2009
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Delmas (Gladys Krieble) Foundation
Research, Travel, and Scholarship Programs
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Research, Travel, and Scholarship Programs
The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation promotes the advancement and perpetuation of humanistic inquiry and artistic creativity by encouraging excellence in scholarship and in the performing arts, and by supporting research libraries and other institutions which transmit our cultural heritage.
The Foundation runs many programs: Humanities Program; Performing Arts Program; Research Library Program; Grants for Independent Research on Venetian History and Culture and Grants for Venetian Research in European Libraries and Archives Outside Venice's Venetian Research Program; Publication Assistance; Organizations in Support of Venetian Scholarship and Culture. Please visit the website for more information.
Applications are submitted throughout the year on a rolling basis. For more information please direct enquires to; info@delmas.org
Australia – Indonesia Institute – Sawaswati Arts Program
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Australia – Indonesia Institute – Sawaswati Arts Program
The Australia–Indonesia Institue (AII) in cooperation with the Australia Council for the Arts has developed a new program of assistance for arts and cultural programs between Australia and Indonesia, it will assist projects which build on currently existing cultural relationships between Australia and Indonesia. Under this new program, the AII intends to make five to ten grants per year of up to $20,000 to assist Australian and Indonesian arts organisations and individuals to further develop existing links and experience to produce new cultural programs and events. The program aims to encourage Indonesian organisations to include Australian product in their programs, and for Australians to similarly seek Indonesian partners for longer–term projects. The emphasis is on projects taking place in Indonesia, however, projects in Australia involving Indonesian partners and/or content are also eligible for consideration. Sawaswati Arts Programs grants will not provide total funding for projects and potential applicants must have support from other sources of funding.
The Australia–Indonesia Institute (AII) in cooperation with the Australia Council for the Arts has developed a new program of assistance for arts and cultural programs between Australia and Indonesia, it will assist projects which build on currently existing cultural relationships between Australia and Indonesia. The program aims to encourage Indonesian organisations to include Australian product in their programs, and for Australians to similarly seek Indonesian partners for longer–term projects. The emphasis is on projects taking place in Indonesia, however, projects in Australia involving Indonesian partners and/or content are also eligible for consideration.
Australia Indonesia Institute – Inviting applications for project funding
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Australia Indonesia Institute – Inviting applications for project funding
The Australia Indonesia Institute in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade invites applicants to submit project proposals designed to contribute to a more broadly based and enduring relationship between Australia and Indonesia and to project a positive image of Australia in Indonesia.
The Institute supports programs to enhance relations between our two countries in the following areas: arts and culture; Australian studies; civil society; education; interfaith; media; and youth. Prospective applicants should note that the annual level of grant funding in the various areas will vary, depending on the priorities of the Institute and the quality of applications.
Proposals may be submitted via email or in hard copy.
Department of Industry, Innovation, Science and Research (DIISR)
AusIndustry – Green Car Innovation Fun – GCIF
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AusIndustry – Green Car Innovation Fun – GCIF
The Green Car Innovation Fund offers grants from $100,000 for projects that significantly reduce fuel consumption and/or greenhouse gas emissions of passenger motor vehicles.
The Green Car Innovation Fund is a key element of the New Car Plan for a Greener Future initiative, announced by the Australian Government in November 2008. The fund provides $1.3 billion over ten years, commencing in 2009–2010, to Australian companies, individuals or other entities for projects that enhance the research, development and commercialisation of Australian technologies that significantly reduce fuel consumption and/or greenhouse gas emissions of passenger motor vehicles.
Applicants compete for limited grant funds, based on the merit of their application. The program opened in April 2009 and applications can be lodged at any time. Potential applicants should complete a GCIF customer enquiry form after which an AusIndustrry customer service manager will contact them to discuss the project and determine suitability. The GCIF customer enquiry form is available on the AusIndustry website.
Department of Industry, Innovation, Science and Research (DIISR)
Commercialisation Australia Grants
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Commercialisation Australia Grants
Commercialisation Australia is an Australian Government initiative that assists researchers, entrepreneurs and innovative companies to convert intellectual property into successful commercial ventures.
The support provided by Commercialisation Australia is designed to help successful applicants through the commercialisation process. Assistance is tailored to the needs of each successful applicant and is structured around the key development stages in the commercialisation pathway.
Applications are welcome from a non tax–exempt company incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001; A researcher applying through the commercialisation office of an Australian university or Publicly Funded Research Agency (PFRA); An individual or researcher applying through an eligible partner entity; or An individual or researcher who agrees to form a non tax–exempt company incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001 if your application to Commercialisation Australia is successful. Funding: Applicants can apply for one or more of the following components: Skills and Knowledge: grants up to $50,000 to access specialist advice and services; Experienced Executives: grants up to $200,000 over two years (up to $100,000 per year) to engage an experienced Chief Executive Officer or other executives; Proof of Concept: grants from $50,000 up to $250,000 to assist with testing the commercial viability of a product, process or service; and Early Stage Commercialisation: repayable grants from $250,000 up to $2 million to undertake activities focusing on enabling a new product, process or service to be developed to the stage where it can be taken to market.
Funding Category:
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Cat. Description: Government Other - Commonwealth Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 08/11/2010
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Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) / German Academic Exchange Service
DLR DAAD Research Fellowships in the fields of Space, Aeronautics, Energy and Transportation Research
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DLR DAAD Research Fellowships in the fields of Space, Aeronautics, Energy and Transportation Research
"DLR — DAAD Research Fellowships" is a new programme implemented by the 'Deutsches Zentrum für Luft– und Raumfahrt' (DLR) and the 'German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)'.
DLR is Germany's national research center for aeronautics and space. Its extensive research and development work in Aeronautics, Space, Transportation and Energy is integrated into national and international cooperative ventures. As Germany's space agency, DLR has been given responsibility for the forward planning and the implementation of the German space programme by the German federal government as well as for the international representation of German interests. Approximately 5,700 people are employed in DLR's 29 institutes and facilities at thirteen locations in Germany.
This special programme is intended for highly qualified foreign doctoral and postdoctoral students as well as senior scientists. DLR–DAAD Fellowships offer outstanding scientists and researchers the opportunity to conduct special research at the institutes of the DLR in Germany.
Diabetes Vaccine Development Centre (DVDC) is interested in projects aimed at developing products entering preclinical and clinical development stages. DVDC is also interested in projects that are still in the final stages of research leading to the definition of a novel product. To be considered, the project needs to be clearly defined and perceived as being no more than 2 years from commencing clinical studies.
Funding Category:
1 ACGR Portfolio: Non-Commonwealth Schemes Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 03/05/2007
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Earthwatch Institute
Research Program
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Research Program
Earthwatch is currently undertaking a strategic review of our program structure in an effort to improve our ability to meet our mission and build a long–term legacy into the scientific research we sponsor. As part of this process we have reframed our Science Program around four Research Areas (RAs): Climate Change, Oceans, Cultural Heritage, and Ecosystem Services which we feel will define Earthwatch as a key player in conservation research and education. During this strategic review process, we are placing a temporary hold on reviewing new project proposals. Nonetheless, we encourage you to start thinking about and drafting the details of your project. Below you will find a summary of the characteristics we look for in a research project and details of our application process.
Earthwatch Institute promotes sustainable conservation by creating partnerships between scientists, practitioners, educators and the general public. We primarily operate on a system of participant–based funding whereby volunteers (recruited by Earthwatch) pay for the privilege of directly assisting scientists with their work in the field. This unique funding model enables us to support field research in a variety of disciplines, on the basis of a researcher's need for volunteers and Earthwatch's ability to find them. Our volunteers are highly motivated non–specialists who help researchers to collect data, record observations and perform a variety of research tasks as required.
The first step in the process for applying for a grant is to submit a concept note, at least 18 months in advance of the proposed field season, which outlines the project, along with a CV from each of the Principal Investigators. Research objectives must be clearly stated, and linked to scientific and applied outcomes. The research abstract must include a concise theoretical framework, methods, expected results, and means of analysis and dissemination. The concept note will be reviewed by an Earthwatch internal committee, and a decision will then be made on whether or not to invite a full proposal. All full proposals received will be independently peer–reviewed. A funding decision will be made based on the comments of the reviewers and provision of a workable budget.
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
Visiting Researchers
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Visiting Researchers
Funding is provided for research scientists and engineers of acknowledged standing to visit a UK research organisation. The visiting researcher can be from anywhere in the world, including the UK.
Eligibility: Up to 12 months' funding is available per visiting researcher to cover salary costs, travel and subsistence. The researcher can either make one long visit or a series of shorter visits within the 12 month period.
The host UK researcher needs to apply for funding, not the visiting researcher. All UK Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) may apply. HEIs are defined as those organisations that are funded by the Funding Councils.
Fisheries Research and Development Corporation (FRDC)
Tactical Research Fund
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Tactical Research Fund
The aim of the TRF is to allow the FRDC to provide investment funds to its stakeholders in a timely manner to take advantage of opportunities, avert threats, or manage unforeseen events, as they arise. A TRF project may be of an urgent 'break–the–glass' type; or, it could also be a project that is used to overcome significant hurdles in, or to significantly fast track, important stakeholder processes, including production. In these cases it is likely that the adoption and benefits will be significantly brought forward if the project had not been funded at all.
The FRDC– investment criteria specifically for the Tactical Research Fund are: The project should be a high priority and driven by the relevant stakeholders. The project proposal must formally demonstrate that the stakeholder supports the proposed project as a high priority, aimed at achieving a specific outcome or responding to an unforseen event. The project's outputs should be immediately adoptable by the stakeholder in order to achieve the specific outcome; FRDC investment (including any industry cash contributions) must not exceed $75,000 (this is not inclusive of in–kind contributions); The project must be completed within 18 months.
Developing an Application. Applications must be developed in consultation with the relevant stakeholder (which includes Fisheries Research Advisory Bodies - FRABs). FRABs themselves may commission the development of an application, based on the needs outlined by stakeholders, or to address priorities in their strategic plans. An application for TRF investment must be submitted using FishNet (the FRDC's electronic application submission system).
FIA provides support for research projects conducted by established investigators relevant to clinical and scientific problems associated with food allergies.
Applications are reviewed throughout the year. Researchers interested in solving the clinical and scientific problems associated with food allergies are encouraged to apply for funding.
Funding Category:
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Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 23/03/2009
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Ford Foundation
Grants Program
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Grants Program
The Ford Foundation is a resource for innovative people and institutions worldwide. Our goals are to: Strengthen democratic values, Reduce poverty and injustice, Promote international cooperation and Advance human achievement.
Supports the areas of: 1. Asset Building and Community Development; 2. Knowledge, Creativity and Freedom; 3. Peace and Social Justice
Animal health researchers have pursued pet contraceptives and non–surgical sterilants for years, but a permanent sterilizing product has yet to emerge. Meanwhile, basic reproductive biology research has greatly advanced, and many new technologies are on the horizon. By offering the Michelson Prize in Reproductive Biology, Found Animals hopes to encourage researchers from a variety of scientific disciplines to take on the challenge of non–surgical sterilization for dogs and cats. By incentivizing scientists who may have been unaware of the issue of pet overpopulation to get involved, Found Animals hopes an innovative solution will come to light quickly.The Foundation recognizes that research required to develop and test pharmaceuticals takes time and money; and many interested parties may not have access to the resources needed to initiate and maintain this research. For that reason, Found Animals is also offering the companion Michelson Grants in Reproductive Biology providing funding for promising research in pursuit of non–surgical sterilization technology.
Michelson Grants: Grant funding of up to $250,000 per year for up to three years per grant is available through the Michelson Grants to fund research in pursuit of permanent contraceptives for cats and dogs.Letters of intent for the Michelson Grants are accepted at anytime. If the letter of intent is approved, the applicant will have the opportunity to submit a grant proposal and will be given a deadline for submission. Grant proposal deadlines are three times per year. The upcoming deadlines are : July 6, 2012 and November 6, 2012.
The $25 million Michelson Prize will be offered to the first entity to provide Found Animals Foundation with a single dose, safe and effective non-surgical sterilant for male and female cats and dogs.
Found Animals Foundation encourages scientists from all fields to compete for the Michelson Prize & Grants, including but not limited to researchers in disciplines such as Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Endocrinology, Gene Silencing, Immunology, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Reproductive Biology, and Theriogenology. Applicants may begin the process of applying for the Michelson Prize at any time.
Please refer to the website for submission details for Grants and Prize.
The Problem Each year 6-8 million cats and dogs enter US shelters and 3-4 million animals are euthanized.
The Solution A low cost, non–surgical method of cat and dog sterilization would allow non–profits, animal care centers, and NGOs to sterilize large populations of cats and dogs and reduce the number of homeless and unwanted animals that are killed each year in shelters.
The $25 million Michelson Prize will be offered to the first entity to provide Found Animals Foundation with a single dose, safe and effective non-surgical sterilant for male and female cats and dogs.
Found Animals Foundation encourages scientists from all fields to compete for the Michelson Prize & Grants, including but not limited to researchers in disciplines such as Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Endocrinology, Gene Silencing, Immunology, Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Reproductive Biology, and Theriogenology. Applicants may begin the process of applying for the Michelson Prize at any time. The Michelson Prize in Reproductive Biology is an international competition open to any entity from any country.
Please refer to the website for submission details for Grants and Prize. Regarding the Michelson Prize Application process, you must log in or register with the site in order to see the content.
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Fox (Michael J.) Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF)
Rapid Response Innovation Awards
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Rapid Response Innovation Awards
Rapid Response Innovation Awards are designed to support projects with little to no existing preliminary data, but that have the potential to significantly impact our understanding or treatment of Parkinson's disease.
Research proposals may be submitted at any time during the year and funding decisions will be made within six weeks of receiving the application.
The Franklin Institute invites you to nominate candidates for the Benjamin Franklin Medals. From its inception, The Franklin Institute has used awards and prizes to recognize and promote excellence in science, technology, and industry. The endowed Benjamin Franklin Medals are given annually in the following seven disciplines of science: Chemistry, Computer and Cognitive Science, Earth and Environmental Science, Electrical Engineering, Life Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics.
There is no deadline for submissions. Nominations will be acknowledged promptly, but the case method review process typically requires two years to complete.
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation provides support for its Global Health programs. Support is provided to tax–exempt, non–profit organizations. Global Health Funding areas include: Diarrhea and Enteric Diseases; HIV/AIDS; Malaria; Maternal, Newborn, & Child Health; Neglected Diseases; Nutrition; Pneumonia & Flu; Polio; Tuberculosis; and Vaccine–Preventable Diseases.
The Gates Foundation supports the Grand Challenges in Global Health initiative, which funds research on scientific problems that, if solved, could lead to advances against multiple diseases.
Interested reseachers need to submit a Letter Of Interest (LOI). If your project aligns with the Foundations and Global Health Programs scope and strategy, please read the information on 'How to Apply for a Global Health Grant' for further application details.
Grape and Wine Research and Development Corporation (GWRDC)
Travel Support
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Travel Support
The Corporation supports the development of the Australian grape and wine industry by planning and funding collective research and development (R&D) programs and then facilitating the dissemination, adoption and commercialization of the results through out the industry. The Corporation does not undertake R&D itself. Rather, it purchases R&D from existing providers (such as CSIRO, universities and The Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) on behalf of the Australian grape and wine industry.
The Milton Wexler awards are restricted to research that is highly relevant to curing Huntington's Disease. Areas of interest include trinucleotide expansions, animal models, gene therapy, neurobiology and development of the basal ganglia, cell survival and death, and intercellular signaling in striatal neurons. Awards provide a stipend ranging from US$43,000 to $61,500 per year, plus $12,000 for supplies.
The Milton Wexler Postdoctoral Fellowship and Liberman award are given once a year to an approved postdoctoral fellow. These awards cannot be applied for.
Humboldt Research Fellowships for experienced researchers are the instrument with which the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation enables highly–qualified scientists and scholars from abroad, who completed their doctorates less than twelve years ago to spend extended periods of research (6 to 18 months; may be divided up into a maximum of three blocks) in Germany. Candidates are expected to have their own, clearly defined research profile. This means they should usually be working at least at the level of Assistant Professor or Junior Research Group Leader or be able to document independent research work over a number of years. Scientists and scholars from all disciplines and countries may apply. Research projects are carried out in cooperation with academic hosts at research institutions in Germany. Candidates choose their own research projects and their host in Germany and prepare their own research plan. Details of the research project and the time schedule must be agreed upon with the prospective host in advance. The duration of the research fellowship (6 to 18 months) may be divided up into a maximum of three visits lasting a minimum of three months each. No more than 36 months may elapse between the beginning of the first stay and the end of the last stay. Short–term visits for study and training purposes or for attending conferences are not eligible for sponsorship.
Applicants must hold a Doctorate or comparable academic degree (Ph.D., C.Sc. or equivalent), completed less than twelve years prior to the date of application. If it is not possible or customary to take a doctorate in the candidate's subject or country, an application may be submitted up to 16 years after completing a Master's or Diploma degree, provided that the publication record is commensurate with the candidate's career stage. Scholars in the humanities or social sciences and physicians must have a good knowledge of German if it is necessary to carry out the project successfully; otherwise a good knowledge of English is required. Scientists and engineers must have a good knowledge of German or English.
The fellowship is worth 2,450 EUR per month. This includes a mobility lump sum and a contribution towards health and liability insurance. Additional benefits include: an allowance for research costs amounting to 800 EUR per month (for research projects in the natural sciences and engineering) and 500 EUR (for research projects in the humanities and social sciences); language fellowship for an intensive language course for the fellow and his/her marital partner lasting two to four months at selected language institutes in Germany immediately prior to the actual period of research; lump sum for the fellow's return travel expenses if the costs are not borne by a third party; family allowances for visits by family members lasting at least three months (up to 326 EUR for the marital partner and up to 204 EUR per month for each child); Europe allowance for a research stay at a research institute in another European country (though not the research fellow's own country); for a designated period in the course of the fellowship if necessary to ensure the success of the research project; extensive alumni sponsorship once a successful research stay has come to an end, especially for maintaining contact with collaborative partners in Germany during the Humboldtian's entire academic career.
The sponsor provides awards to honour up to one hundred internationally renowned scientists and scholars from abroad, annually. These awards are based primarily on the scientist s/scholar s entire academic record. The sponsor intends to reward scientists/scholars have contributed fundamental discoveries, new theories, or insights that significantly impact their own research area and also reach beyond their specialized field of research. Nominees should be active researchers from whom one might anticipate the same high level of achievement in the future as is evident in their past work.
Nominations for these awards must be made by leading German scholars or research institutions. Direct applications are not accepted. Only full professors or scholars of equivalent status, engaged in non–university work in any discipline, may be nominated. The sponsor particularly encourages nominations of qualified female scientists and scholars.
The value of the award is dependent on the candidate's academic status. It can amount up to EUR 60,000 and is set within the framework of available budget funds. Other expenses which may be offered include: a single lump sum to cover expenses for round trip travel between the country of origin of the Awardee and Germany, for the awardee, his/her spouse, and children under the age of 18, provided that they reside with the Awardee in Germany for at least 6 months; and financial assistance for the Awardee and his/her spouse to attend an intensive Germanlanguage course.
Humboldt Research Fellowships for postdoctoral researchers are the instrument with which the sponsor enables highly–qualified scientists and scholars from abroad who are just embarking on their academic careers and who completed their doctorates less than four years ago to spend extended periods of research (6 to 24 months) in Germany. Scientists and scholars from all disciplines and countries may apply. Research projects are carried out in cooperation with academic hosts at research institutions in Germany. Candidates choose their own research projects and their host in Germany and prepare their own research plan. Details of the research project and the time schedule must be agreed upon with the prospective host in advance. Short–term visits for study and training purposes or for attending conferences are not eligible for sponsorship.
Applicants should hold a Doctorate or comparable academic degree (Ph.D., C.Sc. or equivalent), completed less than four years prior to the date of application. Candidates who have nearly completed their doctoral degrees are eligible to apply provided that they submit the manuscript of their dissertation or publications containing the results of their dissertation. Scholars in the humanities or social sciences and physicians must have a good knowledge of German if it is necessary to carry out the project successfully. Otherwise a good knowledge of English is required. Scientists and engineers must have a good knowledge of German or English.
The fellowship is worth 2,250 EUR per month. This includes a mobility lump sum and a contribution towards health and liability insurance. Additional benefits include: an allowance for research costs amounting to 800 EUR per month (for research projects in the natural sciences and engineering) and 500 EUR (for research projects in the humanities and social sciences); language fellowship for an intensive language course for the fellow and his/her marital partner lasting two to four months at selected language institutes in Germany immediately prior to the actual period of research; lump sum for the fellows return travel expenses if the costs are not borne by a third party; family allowances for visits by family members lasting at least three months (up to 326 EUR for the marital partner and up to 204 EUR per month for each child); Europe allowance for a research stay at a research institute in another European country (though not the research fellow s own country); for a designated period in the course of the fellowship if necessary to ensure the success of the research project; extensive alumni sponsorship once a successful research stay has come to an end, especially for maintaining contact with collaborative partners in Germany during the Humboldtian s entire academic career.
International Union Against Cancer – American Cancer Society (UICC)
International Cancer Technology Transfer Fellowships
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International Cancer Technology Transfer Fellowships
The sponsor provides support to facilitate the rapid international transfer of cancer research and clinical technology; to exchange knowledge and enhance skills and to acquire up–to–date clinical management, diagnostic and therapeutic expertise. The awards are particularly aimed at investigators and clinicians working in places where such teaching is not yet available.
Between 120 and 150 awards are made per year with an average value for 1 month stipend and travel of US$3,000. Experts from any country who have been invited to teach these specialised skills at institutes abroad are also eligible to apply. Applications are particularly encouraged for projects in the fields of cancer control and prevention; epidemiology and cancer registration, public education and behavioural sciences.
The sponsor's neutron and muon instruments are free to use for academic researchers, provided that scientific findings from the experiments are published in the public domain.
For each experiment at ISIS, a beam time proposal outlining the scientific case must be submitted. ISIS scientists and the User Office can help you with your beam time proposal and all ISIS users receive a high level of support during experiments. We are constantly encouraging new areas of research using neutrons and muons that can flourish at ISIS and new users are always welcome. UK private sector researchers can use ISIS provided the research is in collaboration with an academic partner from a UK university or public sector research organisation. Standard peer review of the proposal applies and results must be published in the open literature.
We offer a range of ways to request beam time on ISIS instruments: Direct access, Rapid access, Xpress access, Commercial Access and Programme access.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Clinical Investigations Research Grant
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Clinical Investigations Research Grant
Intended to support clinical research programs that exceed the fiscal limitation of the JDRF regular grant mechanism and/or do not fit the structure of the Center or Program Project Grant mechanisms.
Clinical Investigation Research Grant LOIs and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Information for Research Grants, Postgraduate and Postdoc students and Visiting Researchers.
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Information for Research Grants, Postgraduate and Postdoc students and Visiting Researchers.
Karolinska Institutet is one of Europe's largest medical universities. It is also Sweden's largest centre for medical training and research. The Institutes mission is to improve the health of mankind through research and education stemming from top–quality research activities. The Karolinska Istitute conducts more than 40 per cent of all academic medical research in Sweden.
Land & Water Australia has a significant research portfolio of around 300 projects and more than 1600 research projects have been completed during the Corporation's history.
The State Library of Victoria administers a number of research programs. These range from fellowships to benefit those working in the creative and scholarly spheres, scholarships to promote high standards and leadership in the public library sector and professional development fellowships for teachers.
International Peace and Security: Asia Security Initiative (ASI)
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International Peace and Security: Asia Security Initiative (ASI)
The sponsor is looking for ways to build their capacity for security policy research and develop policy recommendations on the most important security challenges facing Asia–Pacific nations.
OBJECTIVES: The sponsor is looking for concept papers that would assit in their Asia Security Initiative covering the sponsor'srecognized areas of focus: Regional Security Cooperation: They will advise policymakers on how to better use multilateral institutions, bilateral relationships and alliances to prevent conflict, manage differences, and foster peace and security. Northeast Asia: They will develop actionable plans for international cooperation to decrease tensions over North Korea, Taiwan and between Northeast Asian nations. Internal Challenges: They will recommend regional cooperation to help Asia–Pacific nations manage internal challenges, from increasing domestic demand for scarce resources to violent internal conflict. Grants are awarded in the strategy areas outlined above for policy research linked to prescriptions for action, outreach to the public and policymakers, and fellowship programs.
Concept papers will be accepted by June 1, 2010 for consideration by the Foundation board in September and by December 15, 2010 for consideration by the Foundation board in March, 2011.
Funding duration will be for 18 months.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 06/04/2009
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MacArthur (John D. & Catherine T.) Foundation
International Program: Global Security and Sustainability
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International Program: Global Security and Sustainability
The Program on Global Security and Sustainability seeks to protect the security and well–being of people and the environment around the world. To meet these broad objectives, the international program focuses on several areas of concern. The Foundation works to encourage peace within and among countries, conserve global biological diversity, support responsible reproductive choices and reduction of maternal mortality, and protect human rights and strengthen the system of international justice.
Letters of inquiry are invited at any time, with the following exceptions: Concept papers for the International Peace and Security Asia – Security Initiative Policy Research Grants will be accepted June 1 and December 15, 2009.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 06/04/2009
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Macquarie Bank Foundation
Grants
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Grants
The Macquarie Group Foundation focuses its resources in six core areas – the arts, education, environment, health care, health research and welfare. We are also committed to projects specifically aimed at supporting indigenous communities.
The Foundation's funding criteria is flexible and open. We welcome applications from a diverse range of community organisations that are working in innovative ways to provide long–term benefits. Funding levels are flexible and are dictated by the needs of the organisation and funding availability. Each application is assessed on its individual merit.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, however please allow a turnaround time of approximately six months. Applications will be acknowledged in writing within one month of receipt.
Rather than inviting applications from a broad section of the public, the Foundation will each year identify potential candidates for grants in the Foundation's nominated priority area.
The Foundation's current priority area of focus is Projects focussed on the health risks for young people arising out of obesity, such as diabetes, and other related health issues.
Although organisations should no longer apply to the Foundation for a grant, if an organisation has a project which relates to the Foundation's current priority area, it may register a request to be considered by the Foundation by lodging a Project Notification. Further details are on the website. Please submit your application through the Monash Research Office.
Any Project Notification received by the Foundation will be considered at the Foundation's Board meetings held in October 2007 and April 2008. As such Project Notifications must be submitted for notification by 30 September 2007 and 31 March 2008 respectively. The Foundation's Board meets approximately four times per year, and accordingly a period of some months may elapse between lodgment of a Project Notification and it being selected for detailed consideration.
The MDC provides a mechanism for attracting commercial investment from individual enterprises and matching this with surplus Commonwealth R&D funds. The objective of MLA's R&D partnership program is to significantly increase the level of investment in R&D by the red meat industry and increase the innovation culture and capability of individual enterprises and the industry as a whole.
The scope for projects is broad and may cover innovation at any stage of development, in any aspect of the production, processing, storage, transport, retailing and marketing of meat and livestock (and related co–products). Projects may arise from ideas from the proposing company, or MLA may seek expressions of interest to advance the development of innovations arising from our R&D programs. Projects will generally fit into one of the following two categories: Innovation demonstration projects or Commercial innovation projects.
Companies wishing to apply may make initial contact and submit a brief (1–2 page) project concept paper.
MLA is primarily funded by transaction levies paid by producers on livestock sales, and dollar–for–dollar funds contributed by the Federal Government for investment in research and development (R&D). Working in consultation with industry, MLA develops and delivers a wide range of R&D projects aligned with the Federal Government's national and rural research priorities to create an innovative, sustainable industry.
Eligible project proposals addressing target areas may cover a range of R&D and research adoption development stages including: basic research, applied research, and communication, extension and demonstration of research findings. Projects may arise out of ideas from the proposing company, or MLA may seek expressions of interest to advance the development of innovations arising from our R&D programs.
Those wishing to apply may submit a project outline using the preliminary project application form available from MLA's website at www.mla.com.au (go to "Research & Development" and select "funding opportunities"). If the concept is well advanced, a full project application form should be completed. Alternatively you can email an application form request to applications@mla.com.au
The project or activity must pertain to the field of either the arts or health or a blend of both of these areas of interest and should fulfill one or more of the following criteria to be deemed eligible for consideration of funding. CREATES DISCOVERY in the arts and or health fields by breaking new ground and setting up opportunities for the future. INCREASES THE CAPACITY of communities to foster their arts and health activities and the capacity of talented individuals with the commitment and potential to improve our world. ENABLES ESTABLISHMENT of arts or health activities with real potential to take off and be ongoing.
All applications are to be made online using the online application. The Foundation does not accept hard–copy submissions.
The Trust has an environment / conservation based prority with a community focus. Projects may also have a social welfare / education focus depending on the discretion of the trustees, but ideally should be environmental/conservation projects. Funding ranges between $100 to $10,000 and is based on merit. Applicants should expect a ten week turnaround from date of submission being received as Board Meetings held on an informal basis 4 times a year (hence long turn around period).
The objectives of the Small Grants Program are: To stay in touch with community needs, To be flexible for the benefit of the community, To provide a quick response to community needs.
The Sidney Myer Foundation strongly believes that education is a crucial tool in reducing poverty, promoting sustainable practices, developing self expression, and promoting a just and civil society. Through education, people can build a world that is sustainable, is innovative, and builds strong communities.
The current priority areas for the Education Small Grants Program are as follows: Local community and school based projects to achieve education outcomes for 0–25 year olds, Small, discreet projects that meet the needs of a community rather than supplementary funding for large projects, and Rural and regional communities.
The Foundation takes a broad view of poverty: including the lack of secure income, culture, housing, health, community relationships, and employment, as well as a lack of financial resources. The links between poverty and poor health are well known and despite growth in national and world economies, poverty and related socio–economic inequalities in health remain significant. Health in indigenous communities in Australia is among the worst in the developed world. Impoverishment and disadvantage have an impact on all aspects of life, over generations, and diminish health, participation, and life itself. The Foundations goals are to address underlying problems that give rise to poverty and disadvantage, and to find ways to strengthen systems, services and communities to prevent impoverishment and to reduce its impact.
Myer Family Philanthropy supports projects that benefit the Australian community, and strategies that address: Symptoms: Alleviate the negative effects of poverty and disadvantage; New Initiatives: Pilot new ideas about how to address poverty and disadvantage; and Capacity Building: Strengthen communities' abilities to deal with poverty and disadvantage.
The current priority areas for the Poverty and Disadvantage Small Grants Program are as follows:
Communities experiencing social and economic exclusion with particular emphasis on Indigenous Australians, asylum seekers and refugees, and people living in isolated rural and remote areas of Australia,
Children and young people from impoverished backgrounds whose opportunities for development and advancement are curtailed, and
Small, discreet projects that meet the needs of a community rather than supplementary funding for large projects. A small, discreet project will be considered to have a total budget of up to $50,000.
This funding opportunity announcement (FOA), issued by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the National Institute on Aging (NIA), is intended to promote research on all aspects of tumor stem cell biology, including the molecular and biochemical regulation of embryonic and adult stem cell behaviour relevant to tumor formation.
Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms. Direct costs are limited to $275,000 over two years.
The objective of the Conservation Trust is to support conservation activities around the world as they fit within the mission of the National Geographic Society. The trust will fund projects that contribute significantly to the preservation and sustainable use of the Earth's biological, cultural, and historical resources.
The strength of the program in supporting cutting edge programs that might be overlooked due to the risks associated with new investigators and fields. Applicants are not expected to have Ph.D.s or other advanced degrees. However, applicants must provide a record of prior research or conservation action as it pertains to the proposed project. Grants range from $15,000 to $20,000 (U.S.). Funding is not restricted to United States citizens. Researchers planning work in foreign countries should include at least one local collaborator as part of their research teams.
For over a century, National Geographic has supported the efforts of enterprising grantees and groundbreaking explorers. From the excavation of Machu Picchu and the discovery of the Titanic to the endowment of the next generation of explorers, National Geographics programs support critical scientific research, geographic exploration, and environmental and cultural conservation worldwide.
The National Geographic Society has a wide range of funding opportunities available, and new and exciting projects are offered each year. Please visit the NGS website for further information.
The National Geographic Society awards grants for scientific field research and exploration through its Committee for Research and Exploration. All proposed projects must have both a geographical dimension and relevance to other scientific fields and be of broad scientific interest. Applications are generally limited to the following disciplines: anthropology, archaeology, astronomy, biology, botany, geography, geology, oceanography, paleontology, and zoology. In addition the committee is emphasizing multidisciplinary projects that address environmental issues (e.g. loss of biodiversity and habitat, effects of human–population pressures).
Applicants are expected to have advanced degrees (Ph.D. or equivalent) and be associated with an educational organization or institution.
Grant amounts vary greatly, most range from U.S. $15,000 to $20,000. Committee grants tend to act as seed money and are given for one year's research.
This program helps qualified and experienced individuals launch the most difficult stage of a project for which to secure funding – the search. Grants are made for exploratory fieldwork that holds promise for new breakthroughs in the natural and social sciences.
Funding is not restricted to United States citizens. Applicants planning work in foreign countries should include at least one local collaborator as part of their research teams. The selection committee will not consider applications seeking support solely for laboratory work or archival research. While grants are awarded on the basis of scientific merit and exist independent of the National Geographic Society's other divisions, grant recipients are expected to provide National Geographic with rights of first refusal for popular publication of their findings.
National Geographic Society/Waitt grants are awarded on a rolling basis and range from U.S. $5,000–$15,000. There is no set quantity of grants awarded, but budget constraints keep the number to approximately a hundred per year.
Enhancing our efforts to foster the next generation of researchers, explorers, and conservationists, National Geographic now provides seed grants to individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in the fields we have a rich history of supporting. Young Explorers grants provide the opportunity for many recipients to pursue their first experiences in the field.
Applicants are not required to have advanced degrees. However, a record of prior experience in the fields of research, conservation, or exploration should be submitted as it pertains to the proposed project.
Young Explorers Grants vary in amount depending on significance of the project, though most range between US $2,000 and $5,000. National Geographic Society funds often serve as complementary support – thus the program encourages applicants to seek additional, concurrent funding from other sources.
The National Institute of Health (NIH), administered by a US government Department, offers a vast range of funding oppurtunities for research on an international scale.
Closing dates for funding opportunities vary throughout the year. Please see individual opportunities for details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 02/01/2008
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National Institutes of Health (NIH)/DHHS
Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant Award
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Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant Award
Participating institutes of the National Institutes of Health provide support to encourage exploratory and developmental research projects by providing support for the early and conceptual stages of these projects.
The NIH seeks to foster the introduction of novel scientific ideas, model systems, tools, agents, targets, and technologies that have the potential to substantially advance biomedical research. Applications should be exploratory and novel. These studies should break new ground or extend previous discoveries toward new directions or applications.
The applicant may request a project period of up to two years with a combined budget for direct costs of up US$275,000 for the two year period. Normally, no more than US$200,000 may be requested in any single year.
Funding Category:
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Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 02/05/2007
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National Institutes of Health (NIH)/DHHS
Research Project Grant
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Research Project Grant
The Research Project Grant (R01) is an award to support a discrete, specified, circumscribed project to be performed by named Project Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) in areas representing the investigators' specific interests and competencies, based on the mission of the NIH, to support health–related research and development.
The R01 research plan proposed by the applicant institution/organization must be related to the stated program interests of one or more of the NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) based on descriptions of their programs.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 02/05/2007
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Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Visiting Fellowships in Canadian Government Laboratories
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Visiting Fellowships in Canadian Government Laboratories
This program provides promising emerging scientists and engineers with the opportunity to work with research groups or leaders in Canadian government laboratories and research institutions. Fellowships are awarded for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second and third year, at the discretion of the government department concerned. Aimed at Early Career Researchers who have received a doctoral degree in the natural sciences or engineering from a recognized university within the past five years.
Refer to the web–site for a list of the Departments and agencies that support/participate in these fellowships. Appliactions may be made at any time, decisions are announced approximately three months after receipt of complete applications. Fellowships are valued at $43,724 per year (one year, renewable for up to two more years).
New South Wales Government – Department of Environment, Climate Chnage and Water.
Grant and Funding Opportunities – Various
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Grant and Funding Opportunities – Various
The NSW has committed over one billion dollars for the environment in NSW Budget 2009–10. DECC administers a number of funding programs and initiatives as well as being the recipient of funding for specific projects.
Examples of funding opportunities include – the Savings Funds, the Climate Action Grant Program and some funding from the Environmental Trust. The Climate Change Fund supports the NSW Green Business Program and the Residential Rebate Program to help people make their homes more water and energy efficient, the The City & Country Environment Restoration Program is a suite of environmental initiatives that provides grants for projects such as urban sustainability and waste minimisation (through the Environmental Trust), in addition to grants provided for farmer exit assistance, sustainable farming and offset actions under the Native Vegetation Assistance Package.
For more information on granting opportunities or eligibility criteria please contact the DECCW by emailing info@environment.nsw.gov.au
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non–profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship–related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
Human Resources Development; Initiatives to foster a new generation of professionals, scholars, and students with a strong potential for future leadership. We support training and educational programs designed and executed by non–profit organizations and institutions of higher education. Our intention is to promote the formulation of an international network of professional people with shared goals and concerns.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non–profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship–related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
The Improvement of Basic Human Needs; Initiatives to assist people throughout the world to meet their basic human needs, and to contribute to the improvement of human welfare through programs in such areas as healthcare, support of disabled persons and those who are socially vulnerable, agricultural development, population issues, community development, refugee aid, and disaster relief. Projects comprising novel ideas, approaches, and technology, as well as those that involve multilateral undertakings, such as south–south cooperation, will receive higher priority.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non–profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship–related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
This Scheme provides assistance to ocean–related projects; focusing on projects that contribute to the formation of a new international order of the seas; International capacity and network building projects that promote cooperation among ocean experts; Projects that foster sustainable regional development through multilateral cooperation; Projects that promote public understanding and appreciation of the ocean through international activities with the cooperation participation of ocean experts and professionals; and Other original and innovative international projects related to the ocean.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings
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Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non–profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship–related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; Initiatives to foster cooperative approaches that meet the changing needs of the global community. We support cultural, social, and intellectual exchanges and collaborative undertakings which contribute to the development of greater mutual understanding and cooperative mindset in order to bring about social changes.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non–profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship–related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
There is a wide range of Scholarships and Fellowships available. Please refer to the Nippon Website for further information.
Parks Victoria Research Partners Panel (RPP) wish to call for the submission of projects that aim to improve park management through encouraging and supporting collaborative research into natural values management issues in parks. It is important to be aware that the Research Partners Program is not a grants scheme. Projects must have application to Parks Victoria's natural values management program and benefit the management of parks.
The Parks Victoria Research Partners Panel have developed a project proposal template and guidelines, both are attached as links to this page. Partner institutions are requested to provide a single response containing all proposals from that Institution (i.e. Monash University). As a result, proposals must be submitted to Mr Tom Keegan (Manager, Research & Research Training) from the Faculty of Science.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Awards and Scholarships
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Awards and Scholarships
Perpetual manages more than 450 charitable trusts. Perpetual manages many awards and scholarships in the areas of Medical Research, Fine Arts, Music, Education and Literature. These are a result of charitable trusts set up by people whose vision was to provide opportunities and recognition to inidividuals who excel in their chosen fields. The following are just somje of the programs available for individuals and organisations which have been established through Perpetual. For a complete list of the Awards and Scholarships managed by Perpetual please visit the Perpetual website. Listed below are some of the Awards that are managed by Perpetual.
Medical Research: Clive and Vera Ramaciotti Awards; Fine Arts: The Alice Bale Art Awards, The Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award; Music: Johnny Dennis Music Award, Paul Lowin Awards; Literature: Kibble Literacy Awards, Patrick Whie Literacy Award.
For more details on any of these Awards or Scholarships please visit the Perpetual website or the individual Granting Body Listed in the Calendar. i.e. For the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award please look up Helen Lempriere in under L.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award
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Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award
The Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
As Australia's richest annual prize for sculptors in Australia, the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award fosters and promotes contemporary Australian sculpture. Launched in 2000, the Helen Lempriere Award has introduced a renewed vigour in the contemporary Australian sculpture scene. Following the call for submissions, the annual exhibition of finalists' works sparks essential discourse on sculpture and its meaning in the Australian cultural community. In addition to this vital dialogue, the Award presents a total of $150,000 to Australian sculptors – fundamental funds that help to cultivate the vitality of this art form.
The Sculpture prize is made up of seven awards totalling $145,000. Artists are invited to submit a sculpture in competition for the annual Award. The winner will receive $95,000 in cash and professional development to further their education and skill in sculpture. The winning artist's sculpture will become part of the Lempriere Collection and will be permanently sited at Parks Victoria's Werribee Park. More information is available from http://www.lempriereaward.com.au/
For Application Details and 'Calls for Submission' please call either Helen Lempriere or Perpetual Trustees directly or visit the Helem Lempriere National Sculpture website for more details (http://www.lempriere.perpetual.com.au/about_default.asp)
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Patrick White Literacy Awards
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Patrick White Literacy Awards
The Patrick White Literary Awards are managed by Perpetual Trustees.
Patrick White Literary Award is an annual award to an author who has already made a contribution to Australian literature. The Award is presented each December following consideration of the nominations by a judging panel.
The Patrick White Literary Award winners are selcted by a committee selected based on their own research. No submissions are allowed. Please call Perpetual Trustees on ph. 1800 501 227 for more details.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Paul Lowen Awards
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Paul Lowen Awards
The Paul Lowin Awards is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
Awarded every two to three years, the Paul Lowin Awards have been established to encourage excellence in musical composition. Two prizes are awarded; an Orchestral Prize valued at $25,000 and a Song Cycle Prize valued at $15,000. The next Awards will be held in 2008 with the assistance of The Australian Music Centre.
The Paul Lowin Prizes are co–managed by Australian Music Centre. Visit the AMC website for more details http://www.amcoz.com.au/projects/lowins/lowins.htm
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers
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The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers
The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
The Kibble Literary Awards began in 1994 and are awarded to Women Writers of a published book of fiction or non–fiction classified as 'life writing'. Applications close on 16 November 2007. Contact Perpetual Philanthropic Services on 1800 501 227 or philanthropy@perpetual.com.au for application forms and guidelines.
Calls for submissions are sent directly to publishers, usually in November. Contact Perpetual Trustees on ph. 1800 501 227 if you want to be added to the nomination list.
The Pirelli INTERNETional Award is an international multimedia competition designed to recognize communication of science and technology entirely carried out on the Internet. The awards of €15,000 are given for the best educational multimedia works coming from chosen themes in the following fields: physics, chemistry, mathematics, life sciences, and information and communications technology (ICT).
Special credit will be given to those works aimed at describing or safeguarding the environment in the fields of Physics, Chemistry and Life Siences. The special ICT section prize selects and evaluates, in collaboration with Telecom Italia Lab, those multimedia works that represent a relevant contribution to ICT.
The Top Pirelli Prize is the utmost additional recognition that the international jury grants to the multimedia works that best represent the philosophy of the Pirelli Internetional Award and is the overall award winner. The prize amounts to an additional €10,000 on top of the prize check granted by the Pirelli award in any of the above categories.
The RSNA Research and Education Foundation offers funding opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty members who have an active interest in radiologic research.
The Reichstein Foundation funds projects which effect structural change to redress the disadvantage experienced by particular communities. Reichstein Foundation is not a charity but a philanthropic foundation committed to social change. Social change philanthropy supports people to work towards environmental sustainability, peace, justice, equality and democratic participation. The Foundation works in partnership with community organisations and other donors to improve, maintain or restore human rights and social justice.
Currently, the Foundation's grantmaking priorities are: Indigenous People, People with a Disability, Newly Arrived Communities. There are also some social justice issues that deserve particular attention. They are: Human rights, Justice and correction issues, The environment, the western metropolitan region of Melbourne, in recognition of Lance Reichstein's involvement in the region.
There are no closing dates. Applications take approximately 4 months to process. There is no minimum or maximum amount or length of time that groups can seek funding for. However, where the amount sought is more than $20,000 you are encouraged to apply to other sources as well as the Reichstein Foundation.
Bellagio Study and Conference Center – Conference Program
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Bellagio Study and Conference Center – Conference Program
The Bellagio conference program provides space for framing debates on world issues, for translating theory into action and for devising creative responses to some of the most pressing issues of our time, especially those directed at alleviating poverty and vulnerability. The Foundation seeks applications from groups who are addressing significant issues and who expect the conference to generate innovative yet concrete outcomes.
The Foundation provides room and board without charge for all meeting participants. Personal expenses (phone and fax, for example) are the individual's responsibility. Most conference participants cover and arrange for their own travel, although assistance is available for those who meet the criteria below.
Bellagio Study and Conference Center – Conferences at the Bellagio Center
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Bellagio Study and Conference Center – Conferences at the Bellagio Center
The sponsor provides space for framing debates on world–class issues, for translating theory into action and for devising creative responses to some of the most pressing issues of our time, especially those directed at alleviating poverty and vulnerability. The sponsor seeks applications from groups who are addressing significant issues and who expect the conference to generate innovative yet concrete outcomes.
Conferences must align with the sponsor's mission to expand opportunities for poor or vulnerable people and to help ensure that globalization's benefits are shared more widely. Most conferences are one–time events, but applications for a series of meetings are considered. However, the sponsor does not guarantee space for the full series of meetings. Each meeting in the series will be evaluated separately, with assessments of previous meetings a key factor in the decision to host subsequent meetings. Decisions are based upon: alignment with the sponsor's mission; the timeliness of the convening; the conference design, preferably focused on outcomes; the questions posed and the approach used to address them; the potential impact; the mix of participants and perspectives; the qualifications of the conference organizer(s); and the suitability and value of the Center for the proposed convening.
Bellagio meetings typically include three full working days, with an additional day at the beginning and end for arrivals and departures, for a total of five days. Two–day meetings (total of four days reserved) are also possible. Most conferences are one–time events, but applications for a series of meetings are considered.
The Ross Trust makes grants throughout the year to eligible organisations in response to unsolicited requests that meet the Ross Trust's Granting Guidelines. The Ross Trust also makes grants by invitation to selected organisations to support Collaborations and Programs which are achieving outcomes in the areas that the Ross Trust seeks to have impact. The R E Ross Trust statement of commitment The Ross Trust will direct its resources towards projects and other activities that: Address disadvantage and inequity; Encourage and promote community and individual health and wellbeing; and Protect and preserve Australian flora and fauna.
The Ross Trust's granting priorities are expressed in terms of the impact which the Trust aims to contribute, namely: Improvement of social and economic outcomes for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in Victoria; Improvement of outcomes for children in their early years; Improvement of access to and achievement of equity and excellence in public education; Protection and preservation of Australian flora and fauna; While your application to the Ross Trust may fit under several of the impact areas, it only needs to fit under ONE.
The Ross Trust accepts unsolicited requests for funding from community organisations throughout the year. Before applying to the Ross Trust for a grant, there are several important steps we recommend you take. By taking these steps, hopefully you will avoid going to the considerable effort of preparing an application that may not be eligible or meet the Ross Trust's guidelines or granting priorities. Step One: Read the Ross Trust Granting Guidelines, to decide if your proposal meets the Ross Trust's granting priorities and funding guidelines. Step Two: After reading the guidelines, and before submitting an application, we suggest you review the Ross Trust's annual reports to gain an understanding of the areas of interest and size of grants the Ross Trust has awarded in previous years. Step Three: If you have any questions about the Ross Trust Granting Guidelines, funding priorities, the application form or your organisation's eligibility to apply to the Ross Trust, please call the Ross Trust office on 03 9690 6255. Trust staff are always happy to discuss proposals prior to their formal submission.
The sponsor's primary funding interests include: relieving suffering among children who are sick, handicapped, injured, disfigured, orphaned or otherwise vulnerable, through programs of direct service or medical research.
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (RNAAS)
Heineken Prizes
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Heineken Prizes
The Heineken Prizes are international prizes awarded biannually to five internationally renowned scientists and one highly talented Dutch visual artist for their great merits to science, Dutch art and society.
The scientific Heineken Prizes recognise and reward unique achievement in the fields of biochemistry and biophysics, medicine, environmental sciences, history and cognitive science. The sixth Heineken Prize, the Heineken Prize for Art, is awarded every two years to an artist living and working in the Netherlands.
Since its early days, the Royal Society of New South Wales has recognised the meritorious works of scientists in a number of fields through the award of medals and prizes, and arrangement of special lectures. These Awards are only given by the Society after careful and exhaustive consideration, recognizing the highest levels of scientific achievement.
The Royal Society of NSW offers numerous awards throghout the year. Some of these awards are only offered every 2 – 3 years. Please check the website for calls for nominations for individual awards.
Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC)
Travel / Conference Grants
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Travel / Conference Grants
RIRDC provides funds to support travel to conferences and workshops that benefit RIRDC industries.
Applications will be accepted throughout the year but must be received by the Corporation at least three months prior to the planned travel date.
Applications for Travel/Conference funding will be assessed on the basis of; whether the proposal contributes to Corporation Programs; the benefits of the proposed travel to industry and to the field of work; the potential to pass on the benefits gained from the travel to industry.
An internship at the Smithsonian Institution is a prearranged, structured learning experience scheduled within a specific time frame. The experience must be relevant to the intern's academic and professional goals, and to research and museum activities of the Institution. An internship is performed under the direct supervision of Smithsonian staff. Internships, for the most part, are arranged individually. Information and applications may be obtained by contacting the appropriate internship coordinator or by contacting the Smithsonian Center for Education and Museum Studies, the central referral service for internships. Refer to the available Internships listings on the Smithsonian website for guidelines, details, deadlines and other specific information regarding various internship programs.
As part of its mandate for "the increase and diffusion of knowledge," including the diverse ideas, skills, and cultures of our nation, the Smithsonian Institution pursues policies of equal opportunity and cultural diversity. Smithsonian fellowships and internships are awarded on the basis of these policies. Applicants are evaluated on their academic standing, scholarly qualifications, experiences, the quality of the research project or study proposed and its suitability to Smithsonian collections, facilities, and programs.
The sponsor supports research in the following five areas of inquiry: Education and Social Opportunity; Organizational Learning; Teaching; Learning; and Instructional Resources; Purposes category there is a funding limit expectation of between $40001–500000.
The sponsor seeks to shed light on the role education plays in reducing economic and social inequalities and to find ways to more fully realize education's potential to promote more equal opportunity. The Foundation is interested in advancing understanding of ways to strengthen the capacity of schools and education systems as learning organisations. The Foundation is particularly interested in studies of teaching and teacher development. Another important aspect of research is the question of the relationship between public and political understandings of educational purposes and values, on the one hand, and educational policies and practices on the other. Lastly, the sponsor is of course alive to the possibility that someone may have a terrific idea for worthwhile research that does not fit easily into even these broad categories and are happy to entertain such proposals.
Principal Investigators (Pis) applying for a Research Grant must have an earned doctorate in an academic discipline or professional field, or appropriate experience in an education research–related profession.Pis must be affiliated with a college, university, research facility, school district, or cultural institution that is willing to serve as the fiscal agent if the grant is awarded. Propoals are accepted from the U.S and internationally, however, all proposals must be submitted in English and budgets must be proposed in U.S Dollars. PIs must only hold one active research grant at a time. Simultaneous submissions from PIs are discouraged due to this policy.
The sponsor supports research in the following five areas of inquiry: Education and Social Opportunity; Organizational Learning; Teaching, Learning, and Instructional Resources; Purposes and Values of Education; and, Field–Initiated Proposals. In this category there is a funding limit of $40000.
The sponsor seeks to shed light on the role education plays in reducing economic and social inequalities and to find ways to more fully realize education's potential to promote more equal opportunity. The Foundation is interested in advancing understanding of ways to strengthen the capacity of schools and education systems as learning organisations. The Foundation is particularly interested in studies of teaching and teacher development. Another important aspect of research is the question of the relationship between public and political understandings of educational purposes and values, on the one hand, and educational policies and practices on the other. Lastly, the sponsor is of course alive to the possibility that someone may have a terrific idea for worthwhile research that does not fit easily into even these broad categories and are happy to entertain such proposals.
Principal Investigators (PIs) applying for a Research Grant must have an earned doctorate in an academic discipline or professional field, or appropriate experience in an education research–related profession. PIs must be affiliated with a college, university, research facility, school district, or cultural institution that is willing to serve as the fiscal agent if the grant is awarded. Research Grant proposals from individuals are not eligible. Proposals are accepted from the U.S. and internationally, however all proposals must be submitted in English and budgets must be proposed in U.S. Dollars. PIs may only hold one active research grant at a time. Simultaneous submissions from PIs are discouraged due to this policy.
Initiative on Civic Learning and Civic Action Major Grant Proposals
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Initiative on Civic Learning and Civic Action Major Grant Proposals
This grants program is offered to support research about how and why individuals and groups become committed to civic action. The sponsor is prepared to invest in research and other activities in this initiative for a significant period of time, if interim assessments of progress are promising. It anticipates typical research grants will range from less than $40,000 to $350,000, extending over periods of one to four years or more.
The sponsor aims to address challenges that it believe are at the core of understanding civic learning and action. These questions, while framed broadly enough to encompass a range of approaches and research questions, ultimately come down to understanding action and the factors that promote or encourage it, as well as those that constrain or discourage it. The sponsor's long–term goal is to support the accumulation of knowledge that will lead to concrete policies and practices that will support civic learning and action. Working toward these goals, the sponsor aims to advance research that identifies powerful motivations and psychological processes; aspects of enabling learning experiences and environments, and societal or group norms, political processes or events, historical and cultural trends, and other contextual influences on individual and group action.
Principal Investigators (PIs) applying for a Research Grant must have an earned doctorate in an academic discipline or professional field, or appropriate experience in an education research–related profession. PIs must be affiliated with a college, university, research facility, school district, or cultural institution that is willing to serve as the fiscal agent if the grant is awarded. Research Grant proposals from individuals are not eligible. Proposals are accepted from the U.S. and internationally, however all proposals must be submitted in English and budgets must be proposed in U.S. Dollars. PIs may only hold one active research grant at a time. Simultaneous submissions from PIs are discouraged due to this policy.
The Spencer Foundation provides funding for investigations that promise to yield new knowledge about education in the United States or abroad. The Foundation funds research grants that range in size from smaller grants that can be completed within a year, to larger, multi–year endeavors. Whereas in the past the Foundation had two distinct research grant programs based on budget size, research grant programs have now been organises around the areas of inquiry identified on the home page.
The Research Grants program accepts applications that fit within one or more of four areas of inquiry:
The Relation between Education and Social Opportunity;
Organizational Learning in Schools, School Systems, and Higher Education Institutions;
Teaching, Learning, and Instructional Resources; and,
Purposes and Values of Education. In addition to proposals in these defined areas, the foundation will continue to provide an opportunity to submit field–initiated proposals outside these areas.
Applications consist of an initial proposal that contain a proposal cover sheet, proposal narrative and proposal budget. For proposals up to $40,000, a funding decision will be made on the basis of the initial proposal. For proposals over $40,000, the initial proposal will be used to decide whether to invite an expanded proposal. Initial proposals are accepted at any time, regardless of the level of funding requested. For proposals over $40,000, if you are invited to submit an expanded proposal, the deadlines normally fall at the beginning of April, July, and December each year, with notification taking place within eight months.
There are a range of other funding opportunities and rebates for sustainability initiatives that may be more suitable for some potential applicants. These funding programs have separate application processes. Sustainability Victoria Funding – Solar in Schools, Funding and rebates for photovoltaics in schools; Sustainability Victoria – Various grants and funding opportunities such as the Renewable Energy Support Fund, Infrastructure funding, Litter grants, Resource Smart Business, Public Place Recycling Grants, Solar hot water, gas hot water rebates – Rebates for householders. Other Funding; Smart Water Fund – Funding for water saving initiatives for councils, and communities and business; GrantsLink – Funding opportunities for individuals, businesses and communities all in one place; Creating Better Places – Urban improvement grants for Councils.
Please submit two copies of your completed and signed application, unbound and printed double–sided along with the Monash Research Office Cover Sheet. All accompanying or loose documents must be clearly marked with the project name.
The Crawford Fund's purpose is to encourage investment in international agricultural research (IAR) by governments and the private sector, in the belief that it is an essential, high priority, international activity. We believe that IAR holds the key to alleviating rural poverty in developing countries, and can thus open the door to economic progress. Good news is worth sharing, and the Fund's Public Awareness Campaign increases understanding of the importance and potential of IAR, its achievements and needs. The Fund achieves its objectives through training programs that fill a niche by offering practical, highly focused non–degree instruction to men and women engaged in agricultural research and management in developing countries.
A standard set of application forms and nomination forms has been prepared. Proposals may be submitted to State Program Coordinators at any time, and are considered by the relevant Program Coordinator or Committee. We distinguish between Awardees (people – usually individuals – who undertake customised training in Australia for periods of up to 3 months) and participants in Master Classes which may involve up to 20 or more people. Application forms are currently only available on request through the State Coordinator or Central Office in Canberra. You can find out whether a training activity is relevant to the Crawford Fund by contacting the Victorian State Coordinator, who can also provide the appropriate application Form. Applications are normally considered at the Victorian Program Committee meetings which take place quarterly. Victorian State Coordinator: Ted Hayes, Telephone 03 9841 8553, Email Ted.hayes@crawfordfund.org.
Selection criteria summary. 1. Training is intended for developing country agricultural scientists and can be undertaken in developing countries or Australia. Some State Programs give priority to particular partner countries, geographical regions or agricultural research topics, depending on local strengths and interests. 2. Significant research capability (capacity) gap identified in partner country R&D organisation. 3. Comparative advantage; the extent to which training matches the relevant Australian State R&D capability. 4. Likelihood of impact. 5. Exclusions. Generally, the Crawford Fund does not support: Australian trainees; Salaries or fees of trainers, or bench fees; Agricultural research (ACIAR supports research; we support training); Training that leads to the award of formal undergraduate or post–graduate degrees; Attendance at international conferences (unless these are part of a broader training activity); Training in areas other than agricultural research (as defined above).
The sponsor seeks to improve the health of children through research that offers substantial promise for meaningful advances in the prevention and treatment of children's diseases.
The Fund's median award is $230,000, with the majority between $150,000–$300,000. The Fund will participate in the payment of indirect costs up to an amount of seven percent of the yearly Grant budget excluding equipment allocations.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 11/02/2008
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United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
UNESCO Fellowships – Various
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UNESCO Fellowships – Various
The UNESCO Fellowships Programme, through the award and administration of fellowships, study and travel grants, aims to: Contribute to the enhancement of human resources and national capacity–building in areas that are closely aligned to UNESCO's expected strategic objectives and programme priorities; and, Increase fellowships co–sponsorship arrangements with interested donors and extrabudgetary funding sources through the Co–Sponsored Fellowships Programme. In compliance with Resolution 13.6 adopted by the General Conference at its 28th session requesting UNESCO to regard the National Commission as the official channel in Member States for the submission of fellowship applications. Only applications submitted and endorsed by the National Commission of the candidate's country will be examined. The UNESCO Secretariat cannot entertain requests from individuals.
Starting in October 2006, the Grant program is launching a new Solicited Grant Initiative with the following elements: Funding for conflict prevention, conflict management, and post–conflict peacebuilding in Colombia, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sudan. Preference will be given to applications submitted by non–profit organizations based in those countries or to groups that partner with them. Funding for projects relating to Iran.
Priority will be given to initiatives focusing on Iranian relations with the West and with its neighbors in the region, and on Iran's role in regional and international affairs.
The amount of all awards will be based on the proposed budget and work plan, and on negotiations with successful applicants.
The University of Queensland invites applications for a limited number of Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in 2008, to be awarded to persons wishing to conduct full–time research at the University in any of its disciplines.
US Department of Defense: Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs
Breast Cancer Research Program – Anticipated Funding Opportunities Fiscal Year 2011 (FY11)
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Breast Cancer Research Program – Anticipated Funding Opportunities Fiscal Year 2011 (FY11)
The Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) is administered by the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC) through the Office of Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). Congressional funds for the Fiscal Year 2011 (FY11) BCRP have not yet been appropriated. However, the BCRP is providing the information in this pre–announcement to allow investigators time to plan and develop applications. The BCRP anticipates offering the following award mechanisms for FY11 pending availability of congressional funds. This pre–announcement should not be construed as an obligation by the government.
There are a range of awards open for 2011 under the Breast Cancer Research Program. These include the Postdoctoral Fellowship Award, Era of Hope Scholar Award, Innovator Award, Transformative Vision Award and Idea Award. For further details of the pre–announcement of each award please visit the website provided.
Please note that this is a pre–announcement only. Further information regarding these funding opportunities including actual closing dates will follow as soon as available.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Last updated: 15/12/2010
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Victoria Law Foundation
Small Grants
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Small Grants
Small Grants are awarded to organisations for legal projects and programs that in the opinion of the Foundation are likely to benefit the people of Victoria.Small Grants are for projects with budgets up to $5,000 (exc GST). Projects must meet the Foundation's functions, guiding principles and strategic priorities. The Foundation can only accept applications from organisations, the Foundation cannot accept grants from individuals.
VLF recommends applicants to contact the Grants and Awards Manager on 9604 8100 and review the grants criteria before submitting an application. Small Grants have a rolling deadline with applications accepted any time throughout the year. The application form is easy to complete and decisions are usually made within two weeks. Please refer to the Foundation's website for submission details.
Victorian Endowment for Science, Knowledge and Innovation (VESKI)
VESKI Awards – EOI
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VESKI Awards – EOI
VESKI offers awards in addition to its fellowships where individuals, groups or organisations can request financial assistance for activities in science, design and innovative technologies. Applicants must demonstrate how their proposal contributes to VESKI's objective to enhance Victoria's intellectual capital through; Bringing Outstanding Individuals to Victoria; Community Awareness Campaigns; Fostering a Culture of Innovators; and Establishing and Managing a Support Infrastructure.
In the area of design, VESKI Awards support Australian talent to showcase their design excellence on a global stage. Awards are made to outstanding Victorian designers to take part in international exhibitions and fairs. Upon their return to Victoria, the designers share their experiences with the local community through workshops, symposiums, exhibitions and lectures. It is another way of reinforcing the message that Victoria has something special to offer the rest of the world. VESKI Awards are between $5,000 and $30,000.
Expressions of interest for the VESKI awards program are welcomed.
The Volkswagen Foundation focuses its funding activities on selected funding initiatives. By means of these initiatives, currently 19 in all, it endeavors to provide effective stimuli for research and to establish forward–looking topics. The funding initiatives are grouped into four areas: Support of Persons and New Structures; International Focus; Thematic Impetus; and Social and Cultural Challenges.
Under the heading of "Off the Beaten Track" in special instances also those projects have a chance that cannot be classified among the existing initiatives, but which to an exceptional degree investigate forward–looking issues. Additionally there are two special funding offers at the moment, called European Platform for Life Sciences, Mind Sciences, and the Humanities and Science, the Public, and Society.
Finally the heading 'Niedersächsisches Vorab' relates to those parts of the funds that according to the Foundation's statutes is earmarked to support research in Lower Saxony.
