[Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin - 23rd February 2006

[Research Grants]

* For more information on these funding opportunities please follow the
links provided to the internet sites.

1	The University of Sydney - Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund
2	Australian Vegetable and Potato Growers - 'Vegie' Conference
2006 to launch 'New Vision'

RESEARCH GRANTS

3	Horticulture Australia Limited - General Call for Research and
Development proposals
4	International Association for the Study of Pain - 2006 Call for
Applications

FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

5	National Archives of Australia - Frederick Watson Fellowship
6	Cancer Institute of NSW - Clinical Fellowships 2006

CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL

7	NSW Ministry for Science and Medical Research - Conference and
Event Sponsorship

NEWS
1
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?-db=rso_main.fp5&-format=d
etails.htm&-lay=main_layout&RecID=33505&-Find 
2
Australian Vegetable and Potato Growers - Vegie' Conference 2006 to
launch 'New Vision'
"There's a future for growers in Australia and this Conference will be
about uniting the industry under a single vision or strategy that will
outline the changes required for a successful future," 

The 'New Vision' will shape the future direction of the vegetable
industry and will stipulate what is required for the industry to once
again become competitive in today's global market conditions. 

For information on the conference please call (03) 9682 0244 or go to
www.vegieconf.com.au or:
http://www.ausveg.com.au/news.cfm?CID=2054 

RESEARCH GRANTS

3

Horticulture Australia Limited - General Call for Research and
Development proposals
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: This General Call from Horticulture
Australia Limited (HAL) is for R&D proposals supported by voluntary
contributions seeking Australian Government matching funds. All
proposals must identify the source of the voluntary contributions.
In-kind contributions are not matchable by HAL. 

Proposals are sought that address one or all of the following:

* HAL's strategic directions (see website) 
* Strategic research 
* Issues that affect all of horticulture as opposed to individual
industries 
Overheads: This scheme is exempt from the University of Sydney overheads
Please see Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the
Research Office webpage for more information
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/policy/crga_guidelines_99.htm 
Research Office contact: Luda Kuchieva on 9351 7903 or via email:
Email address: luda.kuchieva at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:
http://www.horticulture.com.au/working_hal/before.asp#three
<http://www.horticulture.com.au/working_hal/before.asp>  
Closing date:  13th March 2006

2

International Association for the Study of Pain - 2006 Call for
Applications
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The purpose of these grants is to
encourage and support collaborative research between two or more
research groups located in different countries.
Eligibility: The investigator in charge of the overall project must be a
member of IASP of at least one year standing.
Amount awarded: US $10,000
Overheads: This scheme is subject to the University overheads
Please see Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the
Research Office webpage for more information
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/policy/crga_guidelines_99.htm 
Research Office contact: Amanda Collins on 9351 3393 or via email:
Email address: Amanda.collins at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link: http://www.iasp-pain.org/collabresearch.html 
Closing date: 19th March 2006

FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS

3

National Archives of Australia - Frederick Watson Fellowship
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The National Archives offers
Frederick Watson Fellowships annually to individuals interested in
conducting research substantially utilising its collection.
One of the National Archives' key functions is to encourage and
facilitate the use of its collection by promoting archival research in
Australia and encouraging scholarly use of its holdings. The National
Archives is committed to assisting the completion of innovative and
quality research projects that are significant for Australian Audiences
Eligibility: Successful applicants will have scholarly credentials
preferably with a doctorate related to their intended area of research.
Amount awarded: The National Archives will provide a grant of up to
$15,000 - please see website for more information
Overheads: This scheme is exempt from the University of Sydney overheads
Please see Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the
Research Office webpage for more information
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/policy/crga_guidelines_99.htm 
Research Office contact: Annette McLaren on 9351 4153 or via email:
Email address: amclaren at usyd.edu.au
Internet link:
http://www.naa.gov.au/About_Us/frederick_watson.html#applicants 
Closing date: 23rd June 2006

* The Margaret George Award is also closing internally on the 23rd of
June 2006 for more information please see:
http://www.naa.gov.au/About_Us/margaret_george.html 


4

Cancer Institute of NSW - Psycho-oncology Clinical Fellowships 2006
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The Cancer Institute NSW is pleased
to announce up to five Psycho-oncology Clinical Fellowships
<http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/cancer_inst/profes/fundingopps.html>
. These are designed to provide a year for experienced psycho-oncology
health professionals (clinical psychologists or social workers) to
undertake further education, training and research to contribute to
patient care in NSW.
Amount awarded: Valued at up to $100,000 (including on costs).
Overheads: This scheme is exempt from the University of Sydney overheads
Please see Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the
Research Office webpage for more information
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/policy/crga_guidelines_99.htm 
Research Office contact: Yamini Sandiran on 9351 3387 or via email 
Email address: ysandiran at usyd.edu.au 
Internet link:
http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/cancer_inst/profes/fundingopps.html 
Closing date: 28th February 2006

CONFERENCE AND TRAVEL

5

NSW Ministry for Science and Medical Research - Conference and Event
Sponsorship
 
Introduction to Funding Opportunity: The NSW Ministry for Science and
Medical Research makes available each year a small amount of funds to
support conferences and events. Please see the guidelines for the
criteria for applications, assessment processes and requirements for
successful applicants.  

Please see Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the
Research Office webpage for more information
http://www.usyd.edu.au/su/reschols/policy/crga_guidelines_99.htm 

Send proposals to:
MSMR Conference & Event Support
Ministry for Science and Medical Research
GPO Box 5341
SYDNEY 2001
or:
Fax: 02 9228 5632
Internet link:
http://www.msmr.nsw.gov.au/funding_and_awards/conferences_and_events 
Closing date: 8th April 2006



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