[Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 24th April 2008

Thu Apr 24 16:59:23 EST 2008

General news

The Australian Research Council and Australian Bureau of Statistics:
Joint road-show to Higher Education Institutions: Hosted by the
University of Sydney

It is expected that participants will largely be directors and staff of
Research Offices who will be using the classification for funding and
data collection purposes.

The Australian Research Council and Australian Bureau of Statistics will
be conducting a joint road-show to Higher Education Institutions in
capital cities during May to raise awareness of the 2008 Australian and
New Zealand Standard Research Classification. The presentation will take
approximately 2 hours and will discuss the new classification and how it
differs from the 1998 version, concordances between the old and new
classification, and provide an opportunity to ask questions. 

When: 19th May 2008, 11am-1pm
Where: Professorial Board Room, Main Quadrangle. 
Go up the stairs opposite Nicholson Museum and turn left at the top
(right is MacLaurin Hall) - map ref G17:
http://db.auth.usyd.edu.au/directories/map/largemap00a.html

A light lunch will be provided; PLEASE RSVP: Reema Rattan in the
Research Office r.rattan at usyd.edu.au by 12th May 2008.

NEW: Media Releases: for the Office of Senator Kim Carr; Minister for
Innovation, Industry, Science and Research; can be found on the website
link below:

http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/news/media_releases.shtml

Humanities & Social Sciences

NEWS

1        Linkage International ICI - Social Sciences Collaboration 2008
for funding in 2009

2        Flinders University: Fulbright Symposium 10-12 July 2008,
Healthy People, Prosperous Country

RESEARCH GRANTS

3        University of Sydney- 2009 International Program Development
Fund (IPDF)

Health Sciences

NEWS

4        National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding

RESEARCH GRANTS

5        National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)- Pilot Study Grants   

6        National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)- Novel Concept Awards

7        Diabetes Australia Research Trust (DART)- 2009 Research Grants
& Millennium Awards 

FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS

8        Diabetes Australia Research Trust (DART)- 2009 Viertel
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Diabetes  

Sciences & Engineering

NEWS

9        Reminder:  Australian Museum- Eureka Prizes

RESEARCH GRANTS

10      NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change- Environmental
Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants

CONFERENCE & TRAVEL

11      Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to:
China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan

12      Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to Europe

13      Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to USA,
Canada and Mexico  

Humanities & Social Sciences

NEWS

1

Linkage International ICI - Social Sciences Collaboration 2008 for
funding in 2009

Application forms are now available on GAMS for Linkage International
ICI - Social Sciences Collaboration 2008 for funding in 2009.  The
Research Office internal closing date in Friday 16th May for submission
to the ARC on Wednesday 4th June 2008.

https://gams2.arc.gov.au/ 

For any enquiries please contact Annette McLaren: amclaren at usyd.edu.au
or on 9351 4153

2

Flinders University: Fulbright Symposium 10-12 July 2008, Healthy
People, Prosperous Country

This Symposium will: 

*      Show how concerted action across sectors can promote health,
wellbeing, and social, ecological and economic prosperity. 

*      Provide examples of success stories from Australia and the USA,
including successes in Indigenous communities. 

*      Deepen understanding of the underlying causes of health and ill
health, and how inequities act as a barrier to health and wellbeing. 

*      Provide ideas and strategies to help you act to bring about
change locally. 

*      Bring together leading social determinants experts and activists
from across Australia and the USA. 

*      Challenge you with thought-provoking speakers who will advocate
for progressive change to our economic and social systems in order to
make our societies sustainable and healthy. 

Please refer to website link below for more information:

http://som.flinders.edu.au/FUSA/PublicHealth/fulbright_symposium.htm 

Numbers are limited! To express interest in participation, email
fulbrightsymposium at flinders.edu.au or contact Michael Bentley, Program
Manager, on (08) 8204 5981

RESEARCH GRANTS

3

University of Sydney- 2009 International Program Development Fund (IPDF)

Introduction: Applicants are encouraged to submit funding applications
for innovative and sustainable programs built around collaborative
research and/or learning and teaching initiatives linking the University
with the world's leading academic institutions.  Multilateral projects
that partner with more than one institution are particularly encouraged.
Applications that incorporate a research mobility component for early
career researchers and postgraduate students are also particularly
encouraged.

Briefing session

Further information on the IPDF will be provided at a briefing session
on Thursday 8th May 2008. Those interested in attending this briefing
should contact Kathy Evans on 9351 3632 or email K.Evans at io.usyd.edu.au
by Wednesday 7th May2008.

Amount Awarded: A maximum of $20,000 will be available for each
successful project, with the majority of successful projects receiving
funding of between $10,000-$15,000. Academic units must provide matching
cash support to successful projects.  

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: IPDF 

Contact: Kathy Evans in the International Office on 9351 3632 or email

Email: K.Evans at io.usyd.edu.au <mailto:K.Evans at io.usyd.edu.au>  

Internet Link: http://www.usyd.edu.au/staff/notices/ipdf 

Closing Date: 16th June 2008  

Health Sciences

NEWS

4

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.

RESEARCH GRANTS

NOTE: The same project may not be submitted for the Novel Concept Award
and Pilot Study Grant.  Investigators must make a choice as to which of
the schemes is most appropriate.

5

National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)- Pilot Study Grants   

Introduction: The NBCF continues its innovative program of breast cancer
research through a new Pilot Study Grant scheme. In an effort to
increase the likelihood of project grants relating to breast cancer
being funded, the NBCF is offering funding to conduct pilot studies for
larger research projects.  These awards will provide investigators with
funds to obtain preliminary data regarding methodology, effect sizes and
possible findings relating to new research ideas relevant to breast
cancer.   

Eligibility: Applicants with less research experience (new
investigators) or with research experience which is outside breast
cancer, but with conceptually valid proposals, are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have resident status. 

Amount Awarded: Maximum of $100,000 for up to 2 years. 

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: Pilot

Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 9351 3307 or email 

Email: gab at reschols.usyd.edu.au

Internet Link:
http://www.nbcf.org.au/page.asp?subcategory_id=17&page_id=144&category_i
d=3 

Closing Date: 13th May 2008  

6

National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF)- Novel Concept Awards  

Introduction: In an effort to support new ideas and encourage the
development of innovative, potentially beneficial but high-risk avenues
of investigation, the NBCF continues its innovative program of breast
cancer research through Novel Concept Awards.  These awards will provide
investigators with the opportunity to pursue serendipitous observations
and/or explore new, untested ideas relevant to breast cancer. The
projects will have the potential for advancing scientific knowledge
and/or breaking new theoretical ground and/or challenge existing
understandings.

Eligibility: Applicants with less research experience (new
investigators) or with research experience which is outside breast
cancer, but with conceptually valid proposals, are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have resident status. 

Amount Awarded: Maximum of $200,000 for 2 years (currently under review
for 2008).   

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: Novel 

Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 9351 3307 or email 

Email: gab at reschols.usyd.edu.au

Internet Link:
http://www.nbcf.org.au/page.asp?subcategory_id=4&page_id=66&category_id=
3 

Closing Date: 13th May 2008 

7

Diabetes Australia Research Trust (DART)- 2009 Research Grants &
Millennium Awards 

Introduction: The Type 1 Diabetes Millennium Award of up to $150,000 

The award is made available for research into Type 1 Diabetes including
the following priority areas: Modulation of the immune system; Beta cell
replacement / islet transplantation; Genetic engineering / gene therapy;
Hypoglycemia; and Complications (Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Nephropathy).

The Type 2 Diabetes Underworks Award of up to $150,000 

This award is made available for research into Type 2 Diabetes including
the following priority areas: Insulin secretion and action; Insulin
resistance; and Complications.

Over 50 one year DART research grants up to a value of $60,000 

DART Research Grants are intended to provide for basic, clinical or
applied research within the following areas: 

*      Biochemistry, physiology and pathology; 

*      Nutrition; 

*      Epidemiology; 

*      Psychology; 

*      Foot care; 

*      Education research; and 

*      Health care and delivery. 

Eligibility: DART's objective is to encourage young researchers,
starting researchers off in a career in quality diabetes research.
Researchers may apply for different awards. However, only one
application from each researcher will be accepted for each Award or
Grant.   

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: DART

Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email 

Email: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/research/grants.html 

Closing Date: 30th May 2008 

FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS

8

Diabetes Australia Research Trust (DART)- 2009 Viertel Postdoctoral
Fellowship in Diabetes  

Introduction: Funding is to provide support to post-doctoral researchers
with 2-3 years experience and covers the research fellow's salary, as
well as consumables used in the project and a research assistant. All
applications are reviewed by five independent assessors. This fellowship
is made available for research into diabetes that will benefit an aging
population.

Amount Awarded: This fellowship is valued at $150,000 each year for two
years.  

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: DART

Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email 

Email: chris.robinson at usyd.edu.au 

Internet Link: http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/research/grants.html 

Closing Date: 30th May 2008 

Sciences & Engineering

NEWS

9

Reminder:  Australian Museum- Eureka Prizes

As Australia's most comprehensive national science awards the Eureka
Prizes are presented annually by the Australian Museum, the Australian
Museum Eureka Prizes reward excellence in the fields of scientific
research & innovation, science leadership, school science and science
journalism & communication. In 2008, 20 prizes worth over $200,000 will
be awarded.

Please refer to website link below for more information:
http://www.austmus.gov.au/eureka/go/enter

Entries close: 2nd May 2008

RESEARCH GRANTS

10

NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change- Environmental
Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants

Introduction: The aim of the Restoration and Rehabilitation (R&R)
program is to facilitate projects of significant environmental benefit
to NSW. The Objectives of the Environmental Restoration and
Rehabilitation Program are: 

*      to restore degraded environmental resources, including rare and
endangered ecosystems  

*      to protect important ecosystems and habitats of rare and
endangered flora and fauna  

*      to prevent or minimise future environmental damage 

*      to enhance the quality of specific environmental resources.

The Trust welcomes applications for projects other than traditional
restoration projects. Projects that address impacts of pollution and
waste are encouraged as well as any other projects that address the
program objectives and are not core business of your organisation

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

Amount Awarded: $1,500,000 will be allocated to the Community
Organisations program. 

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: Climate

Research Office Contact: Luda Kuchieva on 9351 7903 or email 

Email: luda.kuchieva at usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants/restoration.htm

Closing Date: 19th May 2008 

CONFERENCE & TRAVEL

11

Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to: China, Japan,
Korea and Taiwan

Introduction: The Australian Academy of Science invites applications
from professional scientists to visit between 1 April 2009 and 31 March
2010 to collaborate with researchers in institutes affiliated with the
Chinese Academy of Sciences; Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
(JSPS); Australian Academy of Science and the Korea Science and
Engineering Foundation (KOSEF) or the Australian Academy of Science and
the National Science Council of Taiwan, Republic of China.  Proposals in
any field of natural science, basic and applied, including mathematics
and engineering science will be considered.

Eligibility: Applicants must be an Australian citizen or Australian
permanent resident living in Australia at the time of submitting the
grant application. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent at
the time of application. 

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: Conference & Travel In optional
keywords type: China

Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email 

Email: j.storry at usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/programs.htm 

Closing Date: 20th June 2008 

12

Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to Europe 

Introduction: The Australian Academy of Science invites applications
from Australian professional scientists, including early career
researchers, to visit Europe between 1 January 2009 and 31 December 2009
to collaborate with European researchers. Proposals in any field of
natural science, basic and applied, including mathematics and
engineering science, will be considered

Eligibility: Applicants must be an Australian citizen or Australian
permanent resident living in Australia at the time of submitting the
grant application. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent at
the time of application. 

Amount Awarded: Successful applicants may receive from the Academy a
grant-in-aid of up to $10,500.   

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: Conference & Travel In optional
keywords type: Europe

Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email 

Email: j.storry at usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/europe.htm 

Closing Date: 20th June 2008 

13

Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Scientific Visits to USA, Canada
and Mexico  

Introduction: The Australian Academy of Science invites applications
from Australian professional scientists, including early career
researchers, to visit the United States of America, Canada and Mexico
between 1 January 2009 and 31 December 2009 to collaborate with
researchers in those countries. Proposals in any field of natural
science, basic and applied, including mathematics and engineering
science, will be considered.

Eligibility: Applicants must be an Australian citizen or Australian
permanent resident living in Australia at the time of submitting the
grant application. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent at
the time of application. 

Amount Awarded: Successful applicants may receive from the Academy a
grant-in-aid of up to $10,500. 

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: Conference & Travel In optional
keywords type: USA

Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email 

Email: j.storry at usyd.edu.au

Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/usa.htm

Closing Date: 20th June 2008 

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