[Usyd-research-announce] Research Bulletin 28th September 2007

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Humanities & Social Sciences

RESEARCH GRANTS

1        Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Backing Indigenous Ability (BIA)-Telecommunications Program

2        The Wenner-Gren Foundation- Post PhD Research Grants and International Collaborative Research Grants 

3        Law and Justice Foundation- General Grants 

FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS

4        University of Sydney: Macleay Museum- 2008 Macleay Miklouho-Maclay Fellowship

Health Sciences

NEWS

5        National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding

6        Information Seminar - Cancer Council NSW

7        University of Sydney: Brain & Mind Research Institute- A&PD Symposium

RESEARCH GRANTS

8        The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society- Specialised Centre of Research Program: Letter of Intent  

9        National Drug Law Enforcement Research Fund (NDLERF)- Research Grants 

Science & Technology

NEWS

10      The ATSE Crawford Fund- Fellowship for 2007 

11      Technion: Israel Institute of Technology- Harvey Prize

12      Volvo Environment Prize

13      Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Backing Indigenous Ability (BIA)-Telecommunications Program.  Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. 

RESEARCH GRANTS

14      Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Telecommunications Research Grants   

15      Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC): E-Concept  

16      Australian Partnership for Advanced Computing (APAC) National Facility- Call for applications to the 'Merit Allocation Scheme' for Jan 2008 - Dec 2008    

17      The Tarac Environment Future Fund (TEFF)- Applications    

 

 

Humanities & Social Sciences

 

RESEARCH GRANTS

 

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Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Backing Indigenous Ability (BIA)-Telecommunications Program

 

Introduction: The purpose of the Australian Government's $36.6 million Backing Indigenous Ability ("BIA") telecommunications program is to improve the delivery and use of telecommunications services in Indigenous communities, particularly those in remote areas. Adequate communications services are essential to implement basic and lasting improvements for Australia's Indigenous people. Communities need access to telecommunications services to participate in Australia's economic, social and cultural activity. 

The program has six elements:

1. Telephones

2. Internet access

3. Videoconferencing

4. Training

5. Indigenous online content

6. Regional Agents.

Organisations are invited to apply under one, some or all of Elements 2-Internet access, 3-Videoconferencing, 4-Training and 5-Indigenous online content, by completing the applicable parts of the Application form.

Eligibility: Please refer to website link below for more information. 

Amount Awarded: Please refer to website link below for more information.   

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.   

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Indigenous

Research Office Contact: Annette McLaren on 9351 4153 or email 

Email: amclaren at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.dcita.gov.au/communications_for_consumers/funding_programs__and__support/backing_indigenous_ability 

Closing Date: 23rd November 2007 

 

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The Wenner-Gren Foundation- Post PhD Research Grants and International Collaborative Research Grants 

 

Introduction: The Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research, Inc. is a private operating Foundation that is dedicated to the advancement of anthropology throughout the world.  

Post-PhD Research Grants 

Up to US$25,000 are awarded to individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent degree to support individual research projects. Applicants must be engaged in research that contributes to anthropological knowledge. Applicants of any nationality or country of residence may apply.

International Collaborative Research Grants (ICRG) 

Up to US$30,000 to support research collaborations between two or more qualified scholars, where the principal investigators bring different and complementary perspectives, knowledge, and/or skills together.  By encouraging international collaborations, the grant contributes to the development of an international anthropology that values and incorporates different national perspectives and resources.

*      Please note: Expressions of Interest must be sent to the Foundation at least 1 month prior to 'full application' deadline of 1st December 2007.  

*      All EOI's must be sent to Sherridan Blackman in the Research Office no later than Monday 22nd October 2007. 

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs. 

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Wenner

Research Office Contact: Sherridan Blackman on 9351 4464 or email 

Email: sblackman at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.wennergren.org/programs/programs_list.htm?attrib_id=13234 

Closing Date: 22nd October 2007 

 

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Law and Justice Foundation- General Grants 

 

Introduction: The Law and Justice Foundation's grants program supports projects that meet the Foundation's objects of improving access to justice, particularly for socially and economically disadvantaged people.

General Grants

General grants are financial grants over $5,000 and are allocated by the Foundation's Board of Governors. Preference will, however, be given to applications initiated at the community level or with substantial community input.

Small Grants

Small grants are grants of $5,000 or less (GST inclusive) and can be allocated by the Director of the Law and Justice Foundation. The aim of the small grants program is to provide financial assistance to organisations planning projects that meet the Foundation's objects. Small grants can be applied for at any time, and decision making takes approximately eight weeks.

In-Kind Grants

An in-kind grant provides access to the Foundation's in-house research expertise and knowledge. Examples of in-kind grants include the development of surveys and questionnaires; data analysis; literature reviews and training. You're encouraged to discuss your project proposal with the Foundation at the early stages of project planning, before preparing an application. In-kind grants can be applied for at any time.

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.  

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Justice

Research Office Contact: Annette McLaren on 9351 4153 or email 

Email: amclaren at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.lawfoundation.net.au/grants 

Closing Date: 24th October 2007 

 

FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS

 

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University of Sydney: Macleay Museum- 2008 Macleay Miklouho-Maclay Fellowship

 

Introduction: Applications are invited from candidates for the 2008 Macleay Miklouho-Maclay Fellowship.  The Macleay Museum and the Miklouho-Maclay Society to enable a Research Fellow to work at the Macleay Museum in the fields of interest of Sir William Macleay (1820-1891) and Nikolai Miklouho-Maclay (1846-1888).  There is no specific application form. Candidates should submit their research proposal together with a curriculum vitae.

*      For a copy of the guidelines please contact Ms Catherine Timbrell at the Macleay Museum on the details below. 

Eligibility: A Fellow shall be a suitably qualified graduate of any tertiary institution approved by the Academic Board or an individual with an established scholarly reputation.  

Amount Awarded: Funding is available up to AU$12,000.  

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.  

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Fellowships & Awards In optional keywords type: Macleay

Contact: Ms Catherine Timbrell, 

Sydney University Museums

University of Sydney

NSW Australia  2006

Phone: (+61 2) 9351 2274

Email: macleaymuseum at usyd.edu.au <mailto:macleaymuseum at usyd.edu.au>  

Internet Link: http://www.usyd.edu.au/museums/about/macleay.shtml 

Closing Date: 2nd November 2007 

 

 

Health Sciences

 

NEWS

 

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National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding

Applicants interested in applying for NIH Grants should subscribe to the NIH Funding Bulletin.  To subscribe please click on the following link: http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/listserv.htm - and follow the instructions.  If you are planning on submitting an application to an eligible funding scheme please contact Yamini Sandiran in the Research Office on 02 9351 3877 ysandiran at usyd.edu.au  to assist you with the application process.

 

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Information Seminar - Cancer Council NSW

On 30th October, 2007 the University of Sydney will play host to a seminar conducted by the Cancer Council of NSW.

The seminar will address issues such as:

*      What is The Cancer Council NSW grant review process?

*      Where and how does consumer review fit in?

*      How do you effectively fill out a consumer review form to maximise your chance of success?

There will be a general question and answer session and it is anticipated that the seminar will be extremely useful for those researchers intending to seek Cancer Council funding in future years.

When and Where: 

4:00pm - 5:00pm

The General Lecture Theatre

(N205), Quadrangle Building

Main Campus of the University of Sydney

*      Please direct all enquiries to Mr Chris Robinson in the Research Office on 9351 4795 or email chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 

 

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University of Sydney: Brain & Mind Research Institute- A&PD Symposium

Dear Colleagues,

We would like to draw your attention to a full day symposium (program attached) at the BMRI. The morning session focuses on novel technologies (mass spectrometry, ENU mutagenesis, miRNA regulation, lentiviral approaches, low-density neuronal cultures, synchrotron X-ray microscopy, asf) with a disease angle, whereas in the afternoon the program focuses more on pathomechanisms in AD, PD and MSA.

The keynote lecture is given by Prof. Przybylski from the University of Constance (Germany). Professor Przybylski is a world expert in mass spectrometry (such as LA-ICPMS and MALDI-FTICR-MS).  The other 18 speakers of the A&PD symposium are from the University of New South Wales, the University of Melbourne, the CMRI, the Garvan Institute, James Cook University and the University of Sydney.

*      For reservations, further details and a copy of the program; please contact Professor Jürgen Götz from the BMRI on (02) 9351 0789 or email jgoetz at med.usyd.edu.au

Where & When

*      Monday 15th October 2007.

*      8:30am- 4:40pm 

*      Brain & Mind Research Institute (BMRI), 100 Mallett St, Camperdown NSW

 

 

RESEARCH GRANTS

 

8

 

The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society- Specialised Centre of Research Program: Letter of Intent  

 

Introduction: The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society (The Society) is the world's largest voluntary health organisation dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services.  The Society's Specialized Centre of Research (SCOR) research grant program was developed to encourage the interaction of complementary sciences, including basic, translational and clinical sciences focused on the prevention, diagnosis, or treatment of leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma. The Program is intended to bring together senior investigators from one or many institutions to develop a focused research Centre, foster new interactions and cooperation, and enhance interdisciplinary research among the participants that is directly relevant to improved treatment or prevention of leukaemia, lymphoma or myeloma.

Eligibility: Applicants must hold an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree, and work in domestic or foreign non-profit organizations, such as universities, colleges, hospitals or laboratories. 

Amount Awarded: Please refer to website link below for more information.  

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney indirect costs of up to 20%. 

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Lymphoma

Research Office Contact: Phil Chaplin on 9351 3393 or email  

Email: phillip.chaplin at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=11627 

Closing Date: 22nd October 2007 

 

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National Drug Law Enforcement Research Fund (NDLERF)- Research Grants 

 

Introduction: The NSW Health Drug and Alcohol Research Grants Program are administered through the Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol Office. Each year a number of research grants are allocated to continue to contribute towards evidence based practice drug and alcohol services and programs in NSW.   NDLERF's current research priority areas are identified under the following headings:

1. Supply reduction

2. Alcohol

3. Law enforcement workforce development

4. Prevention

5. Performance measurement

6. Partnerships

7. Evaluation and Best Practice

Eligibility: The research must be based on NSW populations, and a chief or principal investigator must be based on NSW. 

Amount Awarded: Please refer to website link below for more information. 

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney indirect costs.  

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Drug

Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email 

Email: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.ndlerf.gov.au/kit.php 

Closing Date: No deadline (perpetual)

 

 

Science & Technology

 

NEWS

 

10

 

The ATSE Crawford Fund- Fellowship for 2007 

The aim of the Fellowship is to provide further training of a scientists in agriculture, fisheries or forestry from a selected group of developing countries whose work has shown significant potential. The training will take place at an Australian agricultural institution and will emphasize the application of knowledge to increased agricultural production in the Fellow's home country. 

The Fellowship is offered annually to an agricultural scientist below the age of 35 years who is a citizen of, or who is working in, one the following countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, Cambodia, East Timor, Fiji, Indonesia, Laos, Nepal, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Is, Tonga, Tuvalu and Kirabati, Vanuatu,Viet-Nam. 

Please refer to website link below for more information:

http://www.crawfordfund.org/awards/cf_fellowship.htm 

Closing date: 5th November 2007 

 

11

 

Technion: Israel Institute of Technology- Harvey Prize

 

The Harvey Prize is awarded annually in a variety of disciplines within the categories of Science & Technology and Human Health. The Harvey Prize has also been awarded for Contribution to Peace in the Middle East.  There are no restrictions as to nationality, age and sex. Nominators may propose candidates from all over the world, not restricted to their own countries. Technion Honorary Doctorate recipients will be considered only after a lapse of 5 years since receiving the Honorary Doctorate.  Two awards of $75,000 each are made annually.

Please refer to the website link below for more information:

http://www.admin.technion.ac.il/harvey/ 

Closing date for nominations: 1st November 2007 

 

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Volvo Environment Prize

The Volvo Environment Prize was formally instituted by the Volvo Annual Shareholders, with the objective of promoting research and development across the environmental spectrum, by acknowledging people who have made an outstanding contribution to understanding or protecting the environment through scientific, socio-economic or technological innovation or discovery of global or regional importance.  

The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation invites universities, research institutes, scientists and engineers in the field of environmental protection, life sciences, earth sciences and social sciences, by national academies of science and their staff as well as other persons and organisations to submit nominations for the 2008 Volvo Environment Prize.

Please refer to the website link below for more information:

http://www.environment-prize.com/index.e 

Closing date for nominations: 1st December 2007 

 

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Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Backing Indigenous Ability (BIA)-Telecommunications Program.  Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. 

 

RESEARCH GRANTS

 

14

 

Department of Communication Information Technology & Arts (DCITA)- Telecommunications Research Grants   

 

Introduction: The objective of the Telecommunications Research Grants program is to support the conduct of high-quality, innovative research projects into the social, economic, environmental or technological implications of telecommunications developments, in order to increase public knowledge and stimulate debate.  

Priority research topics nominated for 2007-08:

*      issues surrounding the provision of broadband infrastructure and access, particularly in remote, outer regional or outer metropolitan areas

*      socio-economic impacts of telecommunications developments

*      the impact of the digitalisation of telecommunication services on access to telecommunications by people with disabilities and/or the aged

*      issues surrounding the innovative uses of telecommunications by or for Indigenous communities.

Eligibility: Applications for project funding are invited from academic research institutions, commercial or community-based research organisations, and individuals with experience in telecommunications research.  

Amount Awarded: A total of up to $100 000 (GST exclusive) is currently expected to be available for the 2007-08 funding round, for one or more projects. 

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.   

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: DCITA

Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or email 

Email: ablack at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.dcita.gov.au/communications_for_consumers/funding_programs__and__support/telecommunications_research_grants 

Closing Date: 11th October 2007 

 

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Grains Research & Development Corporation (GRDC): E-Concept  

 

Introduction: The GRDC's portfolio consists of research projects, technology transfer and commercialisation of new technologies. This process includes extensive consultation with industry and stakeholders. As a consequence, the vast majority of the Corporation's investments will be made through open tender, limited tender and by direct negotiation.  The GRDC understands that new ideas are the life-blood of the grains industry. The E-Concept provides a formal mechanism for anyone, at anytime, to put forward an idea to the Corporation for consideration.

*      The E-Concept form is not an opportunity for researchers to submit traditional preliminary research proposals or to extend existing projects.

Eligibility: Please refer to website link below for more information.  

Amount Awarded: Please refer to website link below for more information.  

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.   

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: GRDC 

Research Office Contact: Luda Kuchieva on 9351 7903 or email

Email: luda.kuchieva at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.grdc.com.au/director/apply/econcept 

Closing Date: 24th October 2007 

16

Australian Partnership for Advanced Computing (APAC) National Facility- Call for applications to the 'Merit Allocation Scheme' for Jan 2008 - Dec 2008    

 

Introduction: The APAC National Facility provides internationally competitive computational services for Australian researchers. The APAC partners also provide mid-range computational systems for the use of researchers within the partner organisation. Users can access the National Facility or Partner facilities either directly or via National Grid middleware.  The APAC Merit Allocation Scheme provides resources on the National Facility and the National Grid to projects based on merit. The scheme also provides data resources on the National Facility.  

Eligibility: Any staff member of an Australian Higher Education Institution may apply.   

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.  

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: APAC

Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email 

Email: j.storry at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://nf.apac.edu.au/accounts/call_for_applications.php 

Closing Date: 26th October 2007  

 

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The Tarac Environment Future Fund (TEFF)- Applications    

 

Introduction: Tarac Environmental Future Fund is targeted at professionals and organisations that have an interest in developing innovative solutions for improving winery waste management and to increase the body of knowledge in this area.  Funding will be granted to applicants with proposals that are not only unique and innovative but that have the potential for providing solutions that can be rapidly (1-2 years) commercialised.

Eligibility: Please refer to website link below for more information.    

Amount Awarded: Up to $20,000 a year.  

Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs.  

For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html 

Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Tarac 

Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email 

Email: j.storry at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.tarac.com.au/TEFF.asp 

Closing Date: 8th October 2007 

 

 

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