[Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin - 7th July 2005
Research Grants
research at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Wed Jul 7 10:48:15 EST 2004
RESEARCH OFFICE BULLETIN JULY 7th 2004
CONTENTS
NEWS
1. Research and Development Scheme 2004 for 2005 Funding
2. Australian Institute of Criminology (AIC) - International Connections
Conference
3. University of Sydney Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme 2005
4. Gene and Related Therapies Research Advisory Panel (GTRAP)
RESEARCH GRANTS
5. Sudden Infant Death Research Foundation (SIDRF) - Research Grants
6. The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) - Grants-in-Aid
7. Motor Neurone Disease Research Institute (MNDRI) - Grants-in-Aid
8. Leukaemia Foundation NSW (LFNSW) - Research Grants
9. Leukaemia Foundation NSW (LFNSW) - Research Equipment Grants
10. Mercy Foundation - Major Grants
11. World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) - Research Grants
12. Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN) - Call for
Proposals 2004
13. Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE) - AINSE
Awards 2005
14. PKD Foundation - Research Grants
FELLOWSHIP AND AWARDS
15. PKD Foundation - Fellowships
16. Paul J. Getty Trust - Curatorial Research Fellowship
17. Australian Academy of Science (AAS) - Dorothy Hill Award 2005
18. Rett Syndrome Research Foundation (RSRF) - Postdoctoral Fellowships
19. Society of Nuclear Medicine Education and Research Foundation (SNERF) -
Postdoctoral Fellowships
CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL
20. STA Travel Trust - Travel Grants
21. National Institute of Forensic Science (NIFS) - Michael Duffy Travel
Fellowship
22. Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) - Travel/Conference
Attendance and Conference Sponsorship Grants
************************************************************************
NEWS
1. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SCHEME 2004 FOR 2005 FUNDING
The guidelines and application form for The University of Sydney Research
and Development Grants Scheme are now on the web at:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/forms/forms.htm.
Applicants should note that the former Sesqui New Staff Support Scheme and
the Sesqui Research and Development Scheme are now replaced with The
University of Sydney Research & Development (R&D) Scheme.
A new component of the scheme in 2005 is a specific funding allocation
(separate from other R&D project applications) to support applications from
Early Career Researchers.
The closing date for the scheme is 20 August 2004.
Enquiries:
General: Angie Williams 02 9351 4469
CST: Kathleen Howard 02 9351 3393
CHS: Chris Robinson 02 9351 4795
CHASS: Janice Mountford 02 9351 4471.
2. AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF CRIMINOLOGY (AIC) - INTERNATIONAL
CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE
This two-day conference will examine existing and emerging forms of
criminality, the impact on Australia, and the links to transnational crime,
as well as policy and practitioner responses.
The conference program will consist of invited international and local
speakers and selected papers from interested persons in concurrent sessions.
For more information please visit July News section:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/news.htm
3. UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP SCHEME 2005
The University of Sydney Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme 2005
The guidelines, application form and other associated material for The
University of Sydney Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Scheme 2005 are now
on the web at: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/forms/forms.htm
The closing date for the scheme is 17 September 2004.
Applicants seeking to join the University from another organisation or from
overseas are particularly encouraged to apply.
Enquiries:
General: Angie Williams 02 9351 4469
Alfred James: 02 9351 4153
4. GENE AND RELATED THERAPIES RESEARCH ADVISORY PANEL (GTRAP)
This two-day conference will examine existing and emerging forms of
criminality, the impact on Australia, and the links to transnational crime,
as well as policy and practitioner responses.
On Wednesday 4 August 2004 in Sydney, GTRAP will be conducting a workshop
on regulatory issues related to the conduct of human gene therapy clinical
trials. Researchers, clinicians, HREC members and other interested parties
are invited to attend. The venue is still to be determined, but will take
place on campus at The University of Sydney.
For more information please visit July News section:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/news.htm
RESEARCH GRANTS
5. SUDDEN INFANT DEATH RESEARCH FOUNDATION (SIDRF) - RESEARCH GRANTS
The Sudden Infant Death Research Foundation (SIDRF) is calling for
applications for research support (which might include granting of Research
Fellowships) in the field of sudden death in infancy. SIDRF will be
adopting a two-stage selection process for awarding research funding. Stage
one requires applicants to submit a short one or two page outline of their
intended proposal including hypothesis, methodology, outcome measures, and
availability of resource material, statistical procedures and estimate of
yearly funding.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use
the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type:
Sudden
Research Office contact - Chris Robinson 9351 4795 or via the email address
below.
Email address: chrisr at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.sidsaustralia.org.au/research/grants.html
Closing date: 09/08/2004
6. THE GLAUCOMA FOUNDATION (TGF) - GRANTS-IN-AID
The Glaucoma Foundation offers grants to doctors and scientists striving to
improve the lives of glaucoma patients through research. Grant applications
are accepted semi-annually. Initial grant funding for a one-year period is
for up to $35,000; 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. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Glaucoma
Research Office contact - Kathleen Howard 9351 3393 or via the email
address below.
Email address: khoward at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.glaucomafoundation.org/research.php?r=5
Closing date: 18/08/2004
7. MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (MNDRI) - GRANTS-IN-AID
The Motor Neurone Disease Research Institute of Australia supports research
projects, which might improve our understanding of the causes and cures of
Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Researchers are invited to apply for
grants-in-aid to support research. Funding will normally be for one year
only. In recent years, grants have ranged from $15,000 to $34,000, with an
average of around $25,000. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Disease
Research Office contact - Chris Robinson 9351 4795 or via the email address
below.
Email address: chrisr at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~mndri/
Closing date: 24/08/2004
8. LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION NSW (LFNSW) - RESEARCH GRANTS
Applicants are encouraged to develop innovative approaches to
haematological problems, especially in the areas of basic or fundamental
research. Applications will be considered for support for specific
projects, for any of the following: Salaries for research workers and
maintenance costs for research projects. Funding of up to $90,000 per annum
will be awarded to successful applicants.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use
the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type:
Leukemia
Research Office contact - Chris Robinson 9351 4975 or via the email address
below.
Email address: chrisr at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address:
http://www.leukaemia.com/leukaemia-foundation/web/index.asp?m1=14&pg=127
Closing date: 24/08/2004
9. LEUKAEMIA FOUNDATION NSW (LFNSW) - RESEARCH EQUIPMENT GRANTS
The Leukaemia Foundation of NSW invites applications for funding of items
of research equipment for basic and applied research into leukaemia and
related blood diseases.
Requests for items of equipment (in the range of $5,000 to $10,000) from
public hospitals and research institutes in NSW & the ACT will be
considered. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Equipment
Research Office contact - Chris Robinson 9351 4795 or via the email address
below.
Email address: chrisr at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address:
http://www.leukaemia.com/leukaemia-foundation/web/index.asp?m1=14&pg=127
Closing date: 24/08/2004
10. MERCY FOUNDATION - MAJOR GRANTS
The Mercy Foundation provides practical support for people who are working
together for the elimination of poverty and the creation of a more just
social order. Priority is given to groups that have difficulty attracting
funding from other sources and are made up of or include people who are
experiencing poverty or injustice. The Foundation is ready to support
initiatives that are new or untried. Applications must be made by a
community group or organisation (not individuals). The range for Grants is
normally $5,000 - $15,000.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use
the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type:
Mercy
Research Office contact - Chris Robinson 9351 4795 or via the email address
below.
Email address: chrisr at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.mercyfoundation.com.au/grants/g_major.html
Closing date: 25/08/2004
11. WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND (WCRF) - RESEARCH GRANTS
World Cancer Research Fund is now inviting applications for grants to fund
research into the effects of food and nutrition on the origins, causes and
prevention of cancer. Grants will be for a maximum of £150,000 over four
years, with no more than £50,000 in any one year. For more information
see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search
Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Cancer
Research Office contact - Kathleen Howard 9351 3393 or via the email
address below.
Email address: khoward at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.wcrf.org/research/research_grant_programme.lasso
Closing date: 10/09/2004
12. ASIA-PACIFIC NETWORK FOR GLOBAL CHANGE RESEARCH (APN) - CALL FOR
PROPOSALS 2004
The APN is able to provide financial support for research and workshop
activities that fall within its areas of interest (please refer to website
below). The average grant awarded for 2003 projects was approximately
US$45,000. It is possible to request partial support for a larger project.
The total budget the APN sets aside for its annual Call for Proposals is
approximately US$750,000. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Global
Research Office contact - Kathleen Howard 9351 3393 or via the email
address below.
Email address: khoward at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.apn.gr.jp/callforproposals/cfp04.html
Closing date: 08/09/2004
13. AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF NUCLEAR SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (AINSE) -
AINSE AWARDS 2005
Applications are invited from university researchers in the fields, or
applications, of nuclear science and associated technology. A research
project of interest to the Institute will usually require some use of the
national facilities at the Lucas Heights Research Laboratories near Sydney,
NSW. AINSE also facilitates access to the National Plasma Fusion Research
Facility. Collaborative research programs are particularly encouraged in
fields, which are related to the research activities of the Australian
Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) at Lucas Heights.
Assistance is available mainly in the form of awards enabling university
researchers to meet costs associated with the use of facilities; travel to
and from those facilities; and accommodation during periods of attachment.
Requests for small items of equipment and materials may also be considered.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use
the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type:
Nuclear
Research Office contact - Luda Kuchieva by phone on 9351 7903 or via the
email address below.
Email address: luda at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.ansto.gov.au/ainse/2005grant/announcement.html
Closing date: 08/09/2004
14. PKD FOUNDATION - RESEARCH GRANTS
Applicants are invited to apply the PKD Foundation's Research Grants.
Funding priority is given to (1) Proposals addressing promising new areas
of study that may serve as the first step in obtaining long term funding
from other major granting agencies. (2) Studies that will directly impact
the understanding of the mechanisms of the disease and/or the clinical care
of individuals with PKD. A one-year grant of up to US$65,000 or two-year
grant for up to US$130,000. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: PKD
Research Office contact - Kathleen Howard 9351 3393 or via the email
address below.
Email address: khoward at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.pkdcure.org/profess4.htm#grant
Closing date: 19/07/2004
FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS
15. PKD FOUNDATION - FELLOWSHIPS
A two-year grant of up to $50,000 per year, with the possibility of
additional funding for a third year, pending a rigorous and competitive
scientific review and availability of funds, is available. The principal
investigator in the research fellow's laboratory is allowed the discretion
to equalize the salary of the award to coincide with other research fellows
in his/her laboratory. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Fellowships and Awards In optional keywords type: PKD
Research Office contact - Alf James 9351 4153 or via the email address below.
Email address: alf at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.pkdcure.org/profess4.htm#grant
Closing date: 19/07/2004
16. PAUL J. GETTY TRUST - CURATORIAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
The fellowships are reserved for full-time curators of all nationalities
who have a minimum of three years professional experience and who are
employed at museums with art collections. Fellowships support either
independent research or museum-related projects, such as exhibitions or
catalogues. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Fellowships and Awards In optional keywords type: Getty
Research Office contact - Alf James 9351 4153 or via the email address below.
Email address: alf at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address:
http://www.getty.edu/grants/research/scholars/curatorial.html
Closing date: 18/10/2004
17. AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE (AAS) - DOROTHY HILL AWARD 2005
The award supports research in the Earth sciences including reef science,
ocean drilling, marine science and taxonomy in marine systems, by female
researchers under 40 years at the closing date, except in the case of
significant interruptions to a research career. An honorarium of $5000 (GST
exempt) is awarded For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Fellowships and Awards In optional keywords type: Dorothy
Research Office contact - Luda Kuchieva by phone on 9351 7903 or via the
email address below.
Email address: luda at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.science.org.au/awards/hill.htm
Closing date: 23/08/2004
18. RETT SYNDROME RESEARCH FOUNDATION (RSRF) - POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS
The two-year fellowships of $50,000 ($40,000 salary plus $10,000 of
expendables) per year are designed to assist promising post-doctoral
students establish career in fields relevant to Rett Syndrome research. For
more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the
New Search Engine, Show me: Fellowships and Awards In optional keywords
type: Rett
Research Office contact - Alf James 9351 4153 or via the email address below.
Email address: alf at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.rsrf.org/research_grant_program_general.shtml
Closing date: 17/01/2005
19. SOCIETY OF NUCLEAR MEDICINE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION
(SNERF) - POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS
The fellowship will be awarded to recent doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ph.D.
plus M.D.) recipients demonstrating excellent academic record and
exceptional research ability. Its purpose is to broaden recipients' basic
exposure to nuclear medicine research at an institution different from that
conferring the doctoral degree. The award, amounting to US$25,000 per year,
is for two years, contingent upon satisfactory performance the first year.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use
the New Search Engine, Show me: Fellowships and Awards In optional keywords
type: Nuclear
Research Office contact - Alf James 9351 4153 or via the email address below.
Email address: alf at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address:
http://www.snmerf.org/awards.ccml?8,5,9023,cc9023,,,Inv,page.html
Closing date: 1/11/2004
CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL
20. STA TRAVEL TRUST - TRAVEL GRANTS
The trust is now calling for applications from individuals and groups that
require financial support or travel grants. The only criteria is that the
applicant has a big idea that is compatible with the STA Travel philosophy
of developing peace, tolerance, and understanding through travel, learning,
and experience. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Conference and Travel In optional keywords type: STA
Research Office contact - Luda Kuchieva by phone on 9351 7903 or via the
email address below.
Email address: luda at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.statravel.com.au/allaboutus/traveltrust.php
Closing date: 14/09/2004
21. NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FORENSIC SCIENCE (NIFS) - MICHAEL DUFFY
TRAVEL FELLOWSHIP
The funding available for each Travel Fellowship is $8,500. This includes
funding to travel to the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science
Society Symposium (ANZFSS) to present a paper on the outcomes of the
Fellowship. The Travel Fellowship is for a maximum duration of four weeks
and must be completed during the year it is awarded. For more information
see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search
Engine, Show me: Conference and Travel In optional keywords type: Duffy
Research Office contact - Alf James 9351 4153 or via the email address below.
Email address: alf at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Closing date: 17/09/2004
22. GRAINS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (GRDC) -
TRAVEL/CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE AND CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP GRANTS
Applications are being sought for Travel/Conference Attendance and
Conference Sponsorship grants. Applications for financial support for
travel or conference attendance not forming an element within a research
project are to be made on the Travel/Conference Attendance form available
on the GRDC's web site below. For more information see:
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/ Use the New Search Engine,
Show me: Conference and Travel In optional keywords type: Grain
Research Office contact - Luda Kuchieva 9351 7903 or via the email address
below.
Email address: luda at reschols.usyd.edu.au
Internet address: http://www.grdc.com.au/researchers/forms.htm
Closing date: 17/09/2004
Research Office
Main Quadrangle, A14
The University of Sydney
NSW 2006
Ph: 61 2 9351 4469
Fx: 61 2 9351 3256
More information about the Usyd-Research-Announce
mailing list