[Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin - 17th February 2006

[Research Grants]

NEWS

1	Australian Government Department of Education Science and
Training - Science Prizes to Reward Australian Excellence
2	NHMRC - Capacity Building Grants in Population Health Research
Program - Rounds 4&5
3	The University of Sydney - Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund
4	The National Heart Foundation Inaugural Conference

RESEARCH GRANTS

5	Australian Dental Research Foundation - Research Grants
6	Dental Board of NSW - Research Grants
7	Human Frontier Science Program - Research Grants
8	Community Health and Tuberculosis Australia (CHATA) - Call for
Expressions of Interest.
9	The University of Sydney - China Scholarship Council Early
Career Research Scholars Scheme
10	The Telstra Foundation Community Development Fund
11	The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc - Grants in-Aid

FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

12	Heart Foundation Paediatric Cardiovascular Research Fellowship
Supported by the Macquarie Bank Foundation

CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL

13	The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc - Travel Grant

NEWS

1

Australian Government Department of Education Science and Training -
Science Prizes to Reward Australian Excellence

The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science are a national tribute to
excellent and dedicated work in Australian science and science teaching.
Each comprise a cash grant, a medallion and a lapel pin of the nature of
those worn by recipients of Australian Honours such as the AO.

Nominations are sought for the following prestigious science awards: 

*	Prime Minister's Prize for Science 
*	Science Minister's Prize for Life Scientist of the Year 
*	Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year 

Further info:
https://www.sciencegrants.dest.gov.au/scienceprize/pages/home.aspx

The closing date for nominations is Friday 19th May 2006 

2

NHMRC - Capacity Building Grants in Population Health Research Program -
Rounds 4&5

An inconsistency has been identified in the character limits specified
in the Full Application Form and the Advice and Instructions for Section
7 Response to Selection Criteria 2 & 3. The allowable character limit
for responding to these two selection criteria is 18,000 character limit
(as indicated in the Full Application Form).  Please disregard the
advice in the Advice and Instructions that indicates a 25,000 character
limit is permitted for responding to these two selection criteria as
this is incorrect and should indicate an 18,000 character limit.
	
NHMRC apologises for the above inconsistency.

3

The University of Sydney - Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund

The University of Sydney and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have
established an agreement to encourage mutual visits by academic staff.
Visits by post-doctoral fellows and academic staff of the University of
Sydney to the Hebrew University of Jerusalem will be considered for
support from the Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund. Applications for
support are invited from all disciplines and will be ranked on academic
merit. Preference will be given to projects in the area of Semitic
Studies. 

The closing date: has been extended to the 17th March 2006

For more information please see:
http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/FMPro 

4

The National Heart Foundation Inaugural Conference 

The inaugural scientific meeting of the National Heart Foundation of
Australia is on in Sydney.

The theme of the meeting is "Cardiovascular Disease in the 21st Century
- Shaping the Future".

For more information please see the website at:
http://www.heartfoundation.com.au/2006conference 

Conference dates - 23-25 March 2006

RESEARCH GRANTS

5

Australian Dental Research Foundation - Research Grants
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The Australian Dental Research
Foundation is the major source of funding for dental research in
Australia today. The ADRF invites applications for grants from
clinicians and trained researchers interested in undertaking a dental
research project. Please refer to the guidelines for more information. 
Eligibility: Grants shall be used to support investigations carried out
within Australia.
Amount awarded: Grants in recent years have seldom exceeded $10,000 and
have averaged around $5,000.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Dental
Research Office contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or via email:
Email address: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:  http://www.ada.org.au/_ADRF_forms.asp 
Closing date:  17th March 2006

6

Dental Board of NSW - Research Grants
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity:  The purpose of these grants is to
support formal research projects that are directly related to dentistry
and conducted within an approved institution.
Eligibility:  The grants will be available only to dentists who are
registered in NSW, or to approved institutions in NSW.
Amount awarded:  Grants will normally be limited to a dollar value of
$10,000 and will be available for the purchase of instruments, machinery
and equipment only.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Dental
Research Office contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or via email:
Email address: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 

*Application forms may be obtained by contacting the dental board on the
following number: 02 9281 0835

Closing date:  17th March 2006

7

Human Frontier Science Program - Research Grants
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: Research Grants provided by the
Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) support basic research in the life
sciences with emphasis placed on novel, innovative and interdisciplinary
approaches that involve scientific exchanges across national and
disciplinary boundaries. Topics can range from molecular and cellular
approaches to systems and cognitive neuroscience.
* Two kinds of grants are available for award in 2007, the Young
Investigators' Grants and Program grants. The guidelines (link below)
apply to both unless stated otherwise.
Eligibility: The eligibility requirements have been simplified to that
the Principle Applicant of a Research Grant must have a laboratory in a
member country. 'Postdocs' are not eligible to apply for either grant.
Amount awarded: Please refer to guidelines
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Human
Research Office contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or via email:
Email address: ablack at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link: http://www.hfsp.org/how/appl_forms_RG.php 
Closing date: 23rd March 2006

Important:

*	Compulsory pre-registration for password: 20th March 2006
Submission of Letters of Intent: 30th March 2006

8

Community Health and Tuberculosis Australia (CHATA) - Call for
Expressions of Interest.
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: Community Health and Tuberculosis
Australia (CHATA) is seeking Expressions of Interest from organisations
with the capacity to develop and implement a project aimed at improving
respiratory health among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 
Amount awarded: Up to $700,000 is available
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Tuberculosis
Research Office contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or via email:
Email address: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link: http://www.chata.org.au/eoi.htm 
Closing date: 22nd February 2006

9

The University of Sydney - China Scholarship Council Early Career
Research Scholars Scheme
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The University of Sydney - China
Scholarship Council Early Career Research Scholars Scheme was
established in 2005 to permit early career research scholars from
leading Chinese research universities to conduct research at the
University of Sydney. At least 2 new Early Career Research Scholarships
will be offered under this program 2006.

* Applicants are required to contact the Head of the proposed host
Department or School to confirm that your research proposal can be
supported (see separate list of contacts at
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/forms/forms.htm) and provide
documentary support from Head of the proposed host Department or School
with your application.
Eligibility: Applicants will be citizens of the People's Republic of
China and not be currently working or studying in Australia at the time
of Application. Must hold a Doctorate and must satisfy the University's
English language requirements before submission of an application.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: China
Internet link: http://apply.csc.edu.cn 
Closing date: 17th March 2006 

For information please contact:

Mr Peter Dodd
Director, International Projects
University of Sydney
NSW 2006 Australia
Tel: 61 2 9036 9100
Fax: 61 2 9036 6047

Email: pdodd at io.usyd.edu.au 

10

The Telstra Foundation Community Development Fund
  
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The Telstra Foundation Community
Development Fund supports charitable organisations that assist or
support Australian children and young people. Applicants must be
endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as Deductible Gift Recipients
and be an Income Tax Exempt Charity.
Amount awarded: The average size grant is around $40,000 - $50,000 p.a.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Telstra
Research Office contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or via email:
Email address: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:
http://202.12.135.148/dir148/tfweb.nsf/webdocs/CAG~ApplicationGuidelines
?opendocument 
Closing date: 30th March 2006

11

The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc - Grants in-Aid
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc
was established in 1964 by the Australian Institute of Agricultural
Science to recognise the unique contribution made by the late Amos
Howard in the use of subterranean clover as a pasture plant in
Australia.
The aims of the Trust are to "encourage and promote research and
investigation in the fields of natural science and social science,
including economics which relate to the development, management and use
of pastures". 
Eligibility: Please see the link below for more information
Amount awarded: Grants-in-Aid are limited to $A 5000.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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type: Howard
Research Office contact: Luda Kuchieva on 9351 7903 or via email:
Email address: luda.kuchieva at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:
http://www.sardi.sa.gov.au/pages/organisation/links/grantsinaid.htm:sect
ID=1174&tempID=1 
Closing date: 16th March 2006

FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

12

Heart Foundation Paediatric Cardiovascular Research Fellowship Supported
by the Macquarie Bank Foundation
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: In 2006, the Heart Foundation and
The Macquarie Bank Foundation, in association with The Australia and New
Zealand Children's Heart Research Centre are proud to offer the
inaugural Paediatric Cardiovascular Fellowship.
Eligibility: Fellows should be Australian citizens or have permanent
Resident status at time of application. All Fellows must be graduates of
recognised institutions and it is expected that applicants should be
between 3 and 10 years postdoctoral.
Amount awarded: Stipends are determined by the Heart Foundation. Please
refer to the Heart Foundation's Salary Scales.
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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keywords type: Paediatric
Research Office contact: Yamini Sandiran on 9351 3387 or via email:
Email address: ysandiran at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link: http://www.heartfoundation.com.au/index.cfm?page=150  
Closing date: 10th March 2006

CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL

13

The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc - Travel Grant
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The AW Howard Memorial Trust Inc
annually awards travel grants to scientists to undertake overseas study
tours or participate in international conferences related to aspects of
pasture research within the aims of the Trust.
Eligibility: Candidates must be a member of staff of a recognised
research organisation, and have been resident in Australia over the past
three years.
Amount awarded: Up to $3,500 will be awarded
For more information see: http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/research/
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keywords type: Howard
Research Office contact: Luda Kuchieva on 9351 7903 or via email:
Email address: luca.kuchieva at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:
http://www.sardi.sa.gov.au/pages/organisation/links/awhoward.htm:sectID=
310%26tempID=1 
Closing date: 17th March 2006 

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