From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Aug 1 16:23:35 2008 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Aug 1 16:23:38 2008 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 1st August 2008 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE019A205C@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news Go8 Germany Joint Research Co-operation Scheme This scheme is a joint initiative of the Go8 and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), Germany's national agency for the support of international academic co-operation. The scheme aims to: * foster research collaboration of the highest quality between Australian researchers from Go8 universities and German researchers. * result in research outcomes and the exchange of skills and knowledge of mutual benefit to Australia and Germany. Exchange participants must either be employed as academic staff members in a teaching and research or research only role at a Go8 university, or a PhD student involved in the research project submitted by and eligible staff member. Further general information including scheme guidelines and application form can be found at: http://www.go8.edu.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=79&Itemid=174 NOTE: the following USyd specific requirements not listed on the G08 website above: * Eligibility for this scheme at USyd is limited to early career researchers within 5 years of the award of their PhD (ie. awarded no earlier than 1 July 2003) or no more than 5 years research experience as at 1 July 2008 * Applicants must obtain endorsement from their Head of School (page 6 of the application). 13th August 2008 - Closing date to RO 22nd August 2008 - USyd ranked list to G08 For further information please contact Annette McLaren on 9351 4153 or amclaren@usyd.edu.au *VOTE: University of Sydney's Professor Stephen Simpson: Finalist in two of the 2008 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes categories - for Scientific Research and the People's Choice Award. In the past three years, Professor Simpson's work on locusts has provided fundamental insights into dietary causes of obesity and has made an enormous impact on biological research in Australia and internationally. http://www.usyd.edu.au/news/84.html?newsstoryid=2456 To vote for Professor Simpson please refer to the website link below: http://www.australianmuseum.net.au/eureka/ Voting closes: 17th August 2008 Reminder: University of Sydney- Canadian Research Funding information session: Date: Wednesday, 6 August 2008 Time: 11.30 am to 12.30 pm Place: Seminar Room 458, Education Building Presenter: Ms Prue Torrance, Academic Relations and Canadian Education Centre, Canadian High Commission There will be two presentations of 20 minutes each with time for questions after each presentation. Canadian Research Funding - Social Science and Humanities (11.30am-12pm) Information on Canadian research funding available to Australian researchers in all disciplines in humanities and social science. The Government of Canada's Understanding Canada Program administered by the Canadian High Commission is explained in-depth. General information is also provided on funding available through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), the Asia-Pacific Foundation of Canada, the National Gallery of Canada, the Canadian Centre for Architecture and the Association for Quebec Studies. Canadian Research Funding - Sciences, Engineering and Health (12pm-12.30pm) Information on Canadian research funding available to Australian researchers in all disciplines in science, engineering and health. General information is provided on funding available through the Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada's Science and Technology Program, the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the National Research Council (NRC) and various provincial programs. Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 Australian Academy of the Humanities; Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the British Academy- British Special Joint Project Funding Scheme 2 Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) & Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) Health Sciences NEWS 3 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 4 APEX Foundation for Research into Intellectual Disability Ltd 5 The Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute (APHCRI) - Stream Thirteen: Drivers of Successful Primary Health Care FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 6 The Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute (APHCRI) - Stream Eleven: International Visiting Fellowships Sciences & Engineering RESEARCH GRANTS 7 Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research- The Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 Australian Academy of the Humanities; Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia and the British Academy- British Special Joint Project Funding Scheme Introduction: The Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, and the British Academy have launched a new scheme for the support of joint projects between Australian and British scholars in the humanities and social sciences disciplines; projects are expected to be of one year's duration. Funding is not intended to cover major research expenses. Eligibility: The principal applicant on the Australian side should be normally resident in Australia. Other scholars associated with the project will normally be expected to be of postdoctoral status. Amount Awarded: One award (of up to ?8,000) or two awards (of up to ?4,000 per project) will be available each year, to cover travel and maintenance expenses. 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: British Research Office Contact: Sherridan Blackman on 9351 4464 or email Email: sblackman@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.humanities.org.au/Grants/International/Britain/Britain.htm Closing Date: 19th September 2008 2 Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) & Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) Introduction: ASSA and ICSSR have signed an exchange agreement for research scholars in the social sciences, who are Australian citizens. The aims of the program include collaboration between Australian and Indian scholars, the opportunity for access to research and research materials not easily accessible outside the countries concerned and the development of networks of scholars with related interests, both within and between the two countries. The Academy is responsible for international excursion fares to the capital city of the host country and the host provides local transport, meals and accommodation as outlined in the Exchange Agreement. 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: Indian Internet Link: http://www.assa.edu.au/international/india.htm Closing Date: 19th September 2008 (external) Health Sciences NEWS 3 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@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 4 APEX Foundation for Research into Intellectual Disability Ltd Introduction: The Apex Foundation for Research into Intellectual Disability Limited invites applications from individuals or research teams for grants in support of new or existing research projects. These grants may be awarded to workers in any discipline (medicine, education, epidemiology, psychology, biology, sociology, etc) where the research is concerned with the causes, diagnosis, prevention or treatment of intellectual disability and allied conditions. Where all other factors are equal, however, preference will be given to supporting research which relates to causes and/or prevention of these conditions. * Please contact Chris Robinson in the Research Office for a copy of the guidelines and application form. 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: APEX Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Closing Date: 8th August 2008 5 The Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute (APHCRI) - Stream Thirteen: Drivers of Successful Primary Health Care Introduction: The Institute is now seeking participation in Stream Thirteen which will synthesise the evidence and develop options to improve Australia's primary health care service delivery through exploring the most effective and cost effective drivers of successful primary care. The Research Advisory Board has determined the following 4 topic areas to be addressed within Stream Thirteen: * Quality of primary health care; * Access to primary health care (note: research into problems of rural/remote access are not sought in this stream); * Linkages within primary care sub-sectors and between primary care and other sectors; and * Knowledgeable, skilled and motivated patients. The Institute is interested in drivers of successful provision of primary health care in a clinical environment or a health care delivery setting (encompassing all clinical primary health care, including nursing, dental and allied health care as well as medical care). Eligibility: To participate in Stream Thirteen Spokes will comprise between two and four Chief Investigators supported by research assistants. Amount Awarded: The Research Advisory Board has determined that each Stream Thirteen spoke will receive a fixed sum of $250,000 over one 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: Primary Research Office Contact: Yamini Sandiran on 9351 3877 or email Email: ysandiran@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.anu.edu.au/aphcri/Spokes_Research_Program/Stream_Thirteen.php Closing Date: 22nd August 2008 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 6 The Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute (APHCRI) - Stream Eleven: International Visiting Fellowships Introduction: International Visiting Fellowships allow Australia's primary health care sector to benefit from the expertise of internationally acclaimed academics. Host institutions will contribute to the cost of the program in order to encourage true partnership through co-contribution. Travel to Canberra by the International Visiting Fellow is mandatory, and will include a public presentation at the ANU. This research stream allows groups (not limited to previous or existing Spokes) to bid for funds, not exceeding $20,000, to support the travel and related costs of bringing international primary health care experts to Australia. 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: Primary Internet Link: http://www.anu.edu.au/aphcri/Spokes_Research_Program/Stream_Eleven.php Closing Date: 1st September 2008 (external); Board meeting held 3rd September 2008 Sciences & Engineering RESEARCH GRANTS 7 Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research- The Australia-India Strategic Research Fund (AISRF) Introduction: The AISRF supports Australian researchers, from both the public and private sectors, to collaborate with Indian partners on leading edge science and technology in order to contribute to Australia's economic, social and environmental wellbeing. The AISRF provides funding support for: * Australian researchers to participate in strategically focussed, leading edge, scientific research and technology collaborations with India (through the Indo-Australian S&T Fund and the Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund); and * Targeted allocations to benefit the Australian research community. Eligibility: Australian scientists from both the public and private sectors wishing to collaborate with international partners from selected countries other than India are able to apply for funding under the International Science Linkages Program. Amount Awarded: Available funding for AISRF in 2008-09 is $6,500,000. The Indian Government is committed to providing matching funding for collaborative activities between Australia and India. Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs. 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URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20080805/c53ad266/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Aug 8 17:24:22 2008 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Aug 8 17:24:36 2008 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 8th August 2008 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE019A205E@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news Government of Canada/High Commission of Canada- Canadian Research Funding Two Seminars were held on 6th August 2008 for interested applicants across the Humanities, Sciences, Engineering and Health faculties for Canadian Research funding: Please refer to the link below for PowerPoint presentations and information: http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/news/ronews.shtml Development modules for new and emerging Chief Investigators During semester 2, Learning Solutions and the Research Office is collaborating to present an exciting new development program designed specifically for researchers: The first two modules of the eight module program being offered this semester are Module 2 Commencement and Collaboration (workshop on September 3) to be facilitated by Professor Ben Eggleton and Governance and Compliance - Protecting yourself, your research and your university (workshop on September 10) to be facilitated by Prof David Cook. The program is in three parts: * On line material and activities to be read and completed * A guided conversation with an experienced researcher * Attendance at a ? day workshop Because of the pre-work involved in each module (4-6 hours) it is strongly advised to register for one of these modules only as there may not be sufficient time to complete the pre-work for both. All modules will be delivered again in the future. For more information on the program and on all the modules please click on the link below: Future Research Leaders Program 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 5th August 2008 Government Welcomes release of CRC Review Senator Kim Carr has welcomed the release of the review of Australia's Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) program, saying "It has given everyone a chance to think about how we can improve CRCs to ensure they deliver the best possible outcomes for researchers, industry and the entire Australian community." http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/news/media_releases.shtml Humanities & Social Sciences NEWS 1 State Library of NSW- C.H. Currey Memorial Fellowship & Nancy Keesing Fellowship RESEARCH GRANTS 2 Australia Indonesia Governance Research Partnership (AIGRP)- Research Proposals Health Sciences NEWS 3 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 4 GlaxoSmithKline- Award for Research Excellence RESEARCH GRANTS 5 NHMRC- Partnerships: Creating effective collaboration between policy and research 6 The Cancer Council of NSW- Innovator Grants in Pancreatic Cancer Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 31st ATSE National Symposium- 17-18 November 2008, at the RACV Club, Melbourne: "Alternative Transport Fuels for Australia" FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 8 AINSE- 2009 Research Awards Humanities & Social Sciences NEWS 1 State Library of NSW- C.H. Currey Memorial Fellowship & Nancy Keesing Fellowship C.H. Currey Memorial Fellowship The aim of the C.H.Currey Memorial Fellowship is to promote the writing of Australian history from original sources of information, preferably making use of the collections of the State Library of New South Wales. The amount of the Fellowship is $20,000. Nancy Keesing Fellowship The Fellowship aims to promote the State Library of New South Wales as a centre of research into Australian life and culture and to provide a readily accessible record of the Fellowship project. This may be in the form of bibliographical or collection analysis, or historical or creative non-fiction. The amount of the Fellowship for 2008 is $12,000. Please refer to the website link below for more information: http://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/about/awards/ Closing date: 15th September 2008 (external) RESEARCH GRANTS 2 Australia Indonesia Governance Research Partnership (AIGRP)- Research Proposals Introduction: Proposals are welcome on any issue pertaining to governance in Indonesia. Core themes for the AIGRP include: * economic policy, reform strategy and business government relations * political institutions, public administration, representation of civil society & sectoral interests in policy processes * law, legal institutions and contracting * corruption and anticorruption responses. Eligibility: All proposals must include participation of researchers from both Australia and Indonesia although the participation need not necessarily be symmetrical in terms of time contributed. Amount Awarded: Projects funded by the AIGRP fall within a range of A$20,000-100,000. 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: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Australia Research Office Contact: Julia Bouwens on 9351 4471 or email Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.aigrp.anu.edu.au/funding/ Closing Date: 22nd September 2008 Health Sciences NEWS 3 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@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. 4 GlaxoSmithKline- Award for Research Excellence This award is to recognise a researcher with a demonstrated track record of significant work in human health, and for whom the award will facilitate career development and further achievements with potential importance to human health and Australian research. Recipient will come from the field of Human Health. $60,000 is awarded to further the scientist's work and knowledge. Please refer to the website link below for more information: http://www.gsk.com.au/research-development_awards-grants_gskaawardforresearchexcellence.aspx Nominations close: 1st October 2008 (external) RESEARCH GRANTS 5 NHMRC- Partnerships: Creating effective collaboration between policy and research Introduction: NHMRC Partnerships Projects initiative has been designed to meet the need for a more effective integration of evidence into health policy and service delivery. NHMRC Partnerships represent a major new focus for the NHMRC and this initiative will help create partnerships among policy makers, managers, service providers and researchers, and will provide funding for researchers and partner agencies to work together, define research questions, undertake research, and interpret the findings. Full details of this new initiate is available at - http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/grants/partnerships.htm * Both an electronic version and a hard copy of the application must be submitted. The content and format of these copies MUST be identical. * All applications must be submitted through the Research Office of a registered NHMRC Administering Institution. * While a Partnership Project may be carried out in more than one location, there can be only one Administering Institution for each award. Amount Awarded: $108 million has been allocated over the first two years of this initiative. 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: NHMRC Research Office Contact: Yamini Sandiran on 9351 3877 or email Email: ysandiran@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/grants/partnerships.htm Closing Date: 28th November 2008 6 The Cancer Council of NSW- Innovator Grants in Pancreatic Cancer Introduction: The Cancer Council NSW has developed a new granting scheme, known as Innovator Grants, to promote the development and sharing of innovative cancer research ideas, which address agreed research goals in pancreatic cancer. The Cancer Council NSW seeks proposals from all areas of basic, clinical, public health practice, behavioural, and epidemiological research. * Please refer to the Pancreatic Cancer Research Priorities and Objectives in the guidelines before submitting an application. Eligibility: Research groups working in Australian institutions are eligible to apply. Amount Awarded: Up to $100,000 will be provided to the recipients' institution in the form of a one-year Innovator Grant to support the research project outlined in the application. 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: Cancer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/editorial.asp?pageid=2433 Closing Date: 12th December 2008 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 31st ATSE National Symposium- 17-18 November 2008, at the RACV Club, Melbourne: "Alternative Transport Fuels for Australia" Alternative Transport Fuels for Australia is the Symposium title and some of Australia's leading authorities - and overseas speakers - will address key alternative fuel topics over the two days. Both private sector and public sector speakers will be prominent, along with leading researchers. Please refer to the website link below for more information: http://www.atse.org.au/index.php?sectionid=35 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 8 AINSE- 2009 Research Awards Introduction: The Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering (AINSE) makes awards in support of projects undertaken by its member universities which have an identifiable focus on nuclear and nuclear-related applications. The primary purpose of AINSE is to enable university researchers to gain access to and train in the use of the ASF facilities and gain access to the expertise at Lucas Heights and elsewhere. AINSE Awards are usually in the form of cash which is transferred to the university once the facility usage is confirmed. The Awards: * cover the costs associated with the use of the AINSE listed facilities * contribute to the cost of travel and/or accommodation when the university researcher lives in a city different from that in which the facility is located * contribute toward the cost of equipment and/or materials Amount Awarded: Average size of awards; $10,000. 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: AINSE Research Office Contact: Jenny Turner on 9351 7656 or email Email: jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.ainse.edu.au/ainse/for_academic_researchers/ainse_awards.html Closing Date: 8th September 2008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20080808/ad69c0a5/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Aug 15 17:02:49 2008 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Aug 15 17:02:54 2008 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 15th August 2008 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE019A205F@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news USyd Learning Solutions- Development modules for new and emerging Chief Investigators "I found the written materials very useful. Well structured and comprehensive - I'm sure I'll refer back to these from time to time. The opportunity to ask questions of the presenters too was valuable. I think the researchers attending realized that many problems were common across their peers." Comment from an attendee at one of the trial modules During semester 2 Learning Solutions and the Research Office is collaborating to present an exciting new development program designed specifically for researchers who are new Chief Investigators or for whom being a Chief Investigator is the next step. Places are filling for these programs so nominate soon if you want to attend. The first two modules of the eight module program being offered this semester are: Module 2: Commencement and Collaboration (workshop on September 3) to be facilitated by Prof. Ben Eggleton. This module looks primarily at managing the start of a research project, establishing the identity and profile of your project, recruiting, building and managing the project team and Knowledge, information and data management. Module 3: Governance and Compliance - Protecting yourself, your research and your university (workshop on September 10) to be facilitated by Prof David Cook. This module looks primarily at leading ethical research communities, grant holder responsibilities, research integrity, knowledge capture and preservation and other governance and compliance issues. Each module is in three parts: * On line material and activities to be read and completed * A guided conversation with an experienced researcher * Attendance at a ? day workshop (Workshops held at the Darlington Centre - Camperdown Campus) Because of the pre-work involved in each module (4-6 hours) it is strongly advised to register for one of these modules only as there may not be sufficient time to complete the pre-work for both. All modules will be delivered again in the future. For more information on the program and on all the modules and to enroll in Modules 2 and 3 please click on the link below: Future Research Leaders Program Business/ Higher Education Round Table (B-HERT) - Awards Applications for the following B-HERT Awards are available: 1. Outstanding Achievement in Collaborative Research & Development and Education & Training Closing date: 30th August 2008 2. Best Entrepreneurial Educator of the Year Closing date: 25th September 2008 3. Outstanding Philanthropic Support of Higher Education Closing date: 5th September 2008 * Please direct enquiries or assistance with an application to Andrew Black in the Research Office on 9036 7075 or email ablack@usyd.edu.au 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: 12th August 2008 New Appointment Strengthens CSIRO Board Senator Kim Carr has announced the appointment of Professor Ian Chubb AC as a part-time member of the CSIRO Board. Senator Carr added his experience and expertise in the higher education and research sectors will be of great value to the CSIRO; "Collaborative initiatives with the university sector are an important factor in enabling CSIRO to make the most effective contribution to the Australian innovation system." http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/news/media_releases.shtml Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) & Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) - Exchange Program - Australia & India Health Sciences NEWS 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) - DBL Development Fund 4 Susan G Komen for the Cure- Promise Grants for Breast Cancer FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society- Career Development Program: Letter of Intent Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australasian Science Prize 7 National Science Week 8 Reminder: AINSE 2009 Research Awards RESEARCH GRANTS 9 Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC)- Research Projects: Expressions of Interest & Grower Group Innovation Projects 10 Cotton Research Development Corporation (CRDC)- Preliminary Research Proposals 11 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC)- 2009-2010 Funding Round 12 NSW Department of State and Regional Development- NSW: Gangwon Technology Collaboration Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 The Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) & Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) - Exchange Program - Australia & India Introduction: The aims of the program include collaboration between Australian and Indian scholars, the opportunity for access to research and research materials not easily accessible outside the countries concerned and the development of networks of scholars with related interests, both within and between the two countries. Amount Awarded: Academy is responsible for international excursion fares to the capital city of the host country and the host provides local transport, meals and accommodation as outlined in the Exchange Agreement. Indirect Cost Recovery: 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: India Internet Link: http://www.assa.edu.au/International/india.htm Closing Date: 19th September 2008 (external) Health Sciences NEWS 2 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@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) - DBL Development Fund Introduction: In 2008 the DBL Development Fund will provide $40,000 to assist SHPA members undertake: * research projects; * development activities; such as attendance at conferences, seminars, study tours. Eligibility: Applicants must have 12 months current/continuous membership with SHPA to 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: SHPA Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.shpa.org.au/docs/ga_details.html Closing Date: 23rd September 2008 4 Susan G Komen for the Cure- Promise Grants for Breast Cancer Introduction: Promise Grants seek to support integrated programs of collaborative and cross-disciplinary research projects leading to the aggressive translation of scientific discoveries into clinical tools and applications that have the greatest potential to significantly reduce breast cancer incidence and/or mortality within the next decade. Relevant research applications may include components that focus on breast cancer biology; genetics; epidemiology; prevention; detection; risk assessment; biomarkers of risk, disease burden, and/or treatment response or resistance; novel therapeutics; lifestyle interventions with the potential to affect disease outcomes (e.g., incidence and/or mortality); and novel approaches that enhance understanding of the breast cancer disease process. Eligibility: Applicants must have a doctoral degree, including MD, PhD, Dr PH, DO, or equivalent. Amount Awarded: Requests up to US$1.5M per year (combined direct and indirect costs). 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: Komen Research Office Contact: Yamini Sandiran on 9351 3877 or email Email: ysandiran@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://cms.komen.org/komen/GrantsProgram/ResearchGrants/index.htm Closing Date: 15th September 2008 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society- Career Development Program: Letter of Intent Introduction: The Career Development Program offers the following awards: Scholar Scholars are highly qualified investigators who have shown a capacity for independent, sustained original investigation in the field of leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Awards are for US$110,000 per year for five years. Scholar in Clinical Research Scholars in Clinical Research who are expected to hold independent faculty-level appointments and who are conducting original, independent applied research, often involving early-stage clinical trials which will advance the prevention, diagnosis or treatment of hematologic malignancies. Awards are for US$110,000 per year for five years. Special Fellow Special Fellows are researchers who hold a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent degree and have completed a minimum of two years of clinical haematology, oncology, haematology/oncology or hematopathology training or postdoctoral research training in a clinical discipline. Awards are for US$65,000 per year for three years. Fellow Fellows are promising investigators with less than two years of postdoctoral research training. Awards are for US$55,000 per year for three years. Eligibility: The Society welcomes applications from qualified investigators outside the USA; Applicants should hold a PhD, MD, DVM or equivalent degree. Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney indirect costs of up to 5%. 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: Lymphoma Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 9351 4469 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=11618 Closing Date: 8th September 2008 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australasian Science seeks nominations for the 2008 Australasian Science Prize for outstanding achievement by an Australasian scientist or small research team. Nominations may be for an individual or a pair/small group provided they have been contributing equally to a single, clearly identified project. Please refer to the following website link for more information: http://www.australasianscience.com.au/AS_Prize.php Nominations close: 12th September 2008 7 National Science Week will run from 16 - 24 August; Details of the many events on offer around Australia are available on the National Science Week website at www.scienceweek.info.au 8 Reminder: AINSE 2009 Research Awards Applicants please note; you must submit your application online; please note Brendan Kennedy and Warwick Dawson are required to sign the hardcopy; you must have the hardcopy to the Research Office no later than Friday 15th September; Please contact Andrew Black from 29th August to 15th September with any enquiries: ablack@usyd.edu.au or 9036 7075 RESEARCH GRANTS 9 Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC)- Research Projects: Expressions of Interest & Grower Group Innovation Projects Introduction: Research Projects: SRDC will give priority to projects which will deliver a step change to profitability and a high return to industry on R&D investment, compared to projects targeting incremental gain. Please refer to the SRDC's Research Project targets on the website link below. Grower Group Innovation Projects GGIPs are an initiative to help grower groups in the sugar industry to build their capability for innovation, by conducting their own research into more profitable and environmentally sustainable sugarcane farming systems. SRDC will provide funding of up to $80,000 per project over terms of up to three years. Projects aimed at evaluating the suitability and performance of new varieties in specific areas not covered by existing cane breeding and selection programs are encouraged. * Please provide the Research Office with a copy of your application and RPCF * Travel and Learning Opportunity Projects are also available for applications; http://www.srdc.gov.au/pages.aspx?id=38; Amount Awarded: SRDC expects to have between $1m and $1.5m available for new projects in 2009-10. 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: Sugar Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or Jenny Turner on 9351 7656 or email Email: ablack@usyd.edu.au or jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.srdc.gov.au/pages.aspx?id=37 Closing Date: 8th September 2008 10 Cotton Research Development Corporation (CRDC)- Preliminary Research Proposals Introduction: The CRDC guidelines for current round will be available later next week, please read the new Strategic R&D Plan for research priorities http://www.crdc.com.au/index.cfm?pageID=71; if you have any questions please in the first instance direct them to the CRDC on (02) 6792 4088 or crdc@crdc.com.au * Please note the deadline may be subject to change - please watch the CRDC Website for up to date information. * Please provide the Research Office with a copy of your application and RPCF * You must use the CRDC online CLARITY system when submitting your application. If you are a first time applicant you will need to contact CRDC to obtain a Login and password. 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: Cotton Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or Jenny Turner on 9351 7656 or email Email: ablack@usyd.edu.au or jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.crdc.com.au/index.cfm?pageID=44 Closing Date: 25th August 2008 11 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC)- 2009-2010 Funding Round Introduction: The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation invest in the knowledge needs of our three portfolio areas: * New rural industries; * Specific established industries; and * Cross-sectoral national rural issues Applications should be tailored to meet the current research priorities: http://www.rirdc.gov.au/business/#research-priorities * Please provide the Research Office with a copy of your application and RPCF * You must use the RIRDC online CLARITY system when submitting your application. If you are a first time applicant you will need to contact RIRDC to obtain a Login and password. 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: Rural Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or Jenny Turner on 9351 7656 or email Email: ablack@usyd.edu.au or jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.rirdc.gov.au/business/ Closing Date: 5th September 2008 12 NSW Department of State and Regional Development- NSW: Gangwon Technology Collaboration Introduction: The New South Wales - Gangwon Technology Collaboration Grant was established to support joint research and business development activity between New South Wales, Australia and Gangwon, Republic of Korea. The objective of the agreement is to promote opportunities for joint research and business development activity that will contribute to the development of science, technology and industry in both regions. This Program is aimed at providing one-time seed funding to companies and researchers in New South Wales and Gangwon who want to collaborate on projects that have been identified as priority areas under the agreement. The priority areas are: * Biotechnology * Electronic medical appliances * Information & communications technology * Nanotechnology * Advanced materials Eligibility: Eligible applicants include New South Wales and Gangwon companies, universities, research organisations and technical institutes. Grants of one year may be requested by a collaborative research team consisting of at least one New South Wales company/researcher and at least one Gangwon company/researcher. Amount Awarded: The fund will consist of $50,000 Australian and 50,000 Korean Won. 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: Gangwon Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 9036 7075 or email Email: ablack@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.business.nsw.gov.au/industry/gangwon_tech_coll.htm Closing Date: 23rd September 2008 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20080815/3c933c34/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Aug 29 17:00:40 2008 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Aug 29 17:01:13 2008 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 29th August 2008 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE019A2060@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news Group of Eight (Go8) - European Fellowships Applications for Go8 European Fellowships are now open; each fellowship is worth up to $20,000 for eligible researchers from Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic to work in a Go8 University for up to 6 months. Eligible fellows must have a completed a PhD less than 5 years prior to the application date and be under 40 years of age. * Please submit all applications to Julia Bouwens in the Research Office no later than 23rd October 2008. jbouwens@usyd.edu.au or 9351 4471 Please refer to the website link below for more information: http://www.go8.edu.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=174&Item id=236 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: Monday, 18 August 2008 Leading Researchers Advise on the Indicators of Research Quality Senator Kim Carr, and CEO of the ARC, Margaret Sheil, have announced the establishment of an Indicators Development Group (IDG) to advise on the application of discipline-specific indicators for the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) initiative. The group will consider, test and recommend appropriate discipline-specific indicators, including metrics and other proxies of quality, applied research and activity. http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/news/media_releases.shtml Humanities & Social Sciences NEWS 1 USA National Gallery of Art- Visiting Senior Fellowship Program, 2009-2010: Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts RESEARCH GRANTS 2 The Myer Foundation- Arts & Humanities Small Grants Program FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 3 The Australian Prime Ministers Centre (Old Parliament House): Fellowship Program CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 4 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants Health Sciences NEWS 5 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 6 Office for Science and Medical Research to the NSW Spinal Cord Injury and Related Neurological Conditions Research Grants Program Workshop 7 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants. Please refer to point 4 in the bulletin for more information. RESEARCH GRANTS 8 Eli Lilly Australia - Research Grants 9 Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF)- Project Grants - Evaluation of Mental Health Service Provision & Rural Medical Health Service Provision 10 Cancer Institute NSW- Research Innovation Grants 11 Cancer Institute NSW- Research Equipment Grants FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 12 Cancer Institute NSW- Career Development and Support Fellowship - Future Research Leaders Sciences & Engineering NEWS 13 Reminder: AINSE 2009 Research Awards 14 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants. Please refer to point 4 in the bulletin for more information. RESEARCH GRANTS 15 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- 2009 Award for Research Conservation of Endangered Australian Vertebrate Species 16 Norman Wettenhall Foundation- Research Grants CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 17 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- 2009/10 Boden Research Conferences 18 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Fenner Conferences on the Environment Humanities & Social Sciences NEWS 1 USA National Gallery of Art- Visiting Senior Fellowship Program, 2009-2010: Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts Fellowships are for full-time research, and scholars are expected to reside in Washington. Lectures, colloquia, and informal discussions complement the fellowship program. Applications will be considered for research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts (painting, sculpture, architecture, landscape architecture, urbanism, prints and drawings, film, photography, decorative arts, industrial design, and other arts) of any geographical area and of any period. Please refer to the website link below for more information: http://www.nga.gov/resources/casvavissen.htm Closing date: 21st September 2008 RESEARCH GRANTS 2 The Myer Foundation- Arts & Humanities Small Grants Program Introduction: The Myer Foundation current priorities for small grants include: * To build capacity of the individual through ensuring that professional artists gain access to training, development and mentoring. * Develop new works by individual Australian artists and small and medium-sized organisations in the following areas: - Indigenous arts - Regional areas - Experimental and emerging art forms * Humanities - Projects that support the Humanities, particularly those that contribute to a broad understanding of and engagement with the Humanities. Eligibility: Only one application can be considered per applicant. The Myer foundation does not provide grants directly to individuals. Exceptions are made when multiple applications are received from universities where they represent different faculties, departments or schools, and the proposals are unrelated. Amount Awarded: Grants are capped at $30,000 and are generally made for a one-year period only. 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: Myer Research Office Contact: Sherridan Blackman on 9351 4464 or email Email: sblackman@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.myerfoundation.org.au/_109.asp Closing Date: 9th October 2008 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 3 The Australian Prime Ministers Centre (Old Parliament House): Fellowship Program Introduction: The Australian Prime Ministers Centre Fellowship program is unique in its support of research across the dispersed collections of prime ministerial materials. It also encourages innovative research resulting in new forms of scholarly communication. The Centre welcomes applications from established researchers who wish to work on a research project about Australia's prime ministers, their lives, achievements and governments. Relevant fields may include history, social sciences, politics, museum studies, librarianship, the performing arts, literature and art. Eligibility: Applicants should have scholarly credentials, preferably of at least Master's or PhD level, or a record of equivalent achievement in their field. Amount Awarded: Grant of up to $16,000. 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: Prime Research Office Contact: Sherridan Blackman on 9351 4464 or email Email: sblackman@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.apmc.oph.gov.au/fellowship.html Closing Date: 26th September 2008 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 4 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants Introduction: The objective of our Travel Grants Program is to assist early career staff members with an appointment of at least three years, to attend overseas conferences to develop their research, and to interact with their peers in the international scene. * Note that travel grant applicants cannot request more than the cash financial contribution from the organisation. * Please read the 'How to Apply' section for Universities before applying: http://foundation.ianpotter.org.au/how_to_apply.html Eligibility: Undergraduate, Masters, or Doctoral students are not eligible for this scheme. Applicants must have been awarded a PhD. Amount Awarded: Grants made generally between $2,000 and $3,000, and are paid to the individual's employing organisation. 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: Potter Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://foundation.ianpotter.org.au/travel.html Closing Date: 29th September 2008 Health Sciences NEWS 5 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@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. 6 Office for Science and Medical Research to the NSW Spinal Cord Injury and Related Neurological Conditions Research Grants Program Workshop OSMR invites you to the NSW Spinal Cord Injury and Related Neurological Conditions Research Grants Program Workshop on Friday 26th September from 10am-3pm at the Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute, Seminar Room. Guest Speaker will be Alan Trounson from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine in San Francisco. RSVP: no later than 5th September 2008 to riki.druker@osmr.nsw.gov.au 7 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants. Please refer to point 4 in the bulletin for more information. RESEARCH GRANTS 8 Eli Lilly Australia - Research Grants Introduction: Lilly is committed to supporting projects which improve patient care, disease state awareness, provide educational information to the medical community or support initiatives in the local community. The following are examples of grants that Lilly will consider for funding: * Healthcare professional education * Patient education programs concerning disease state awareness or general health issues * Local health, charitable and philanthropic activities Eligibility: Research funding will only be awarded to projects carried out in Australia. Amount Awarded: Please refer to the 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: Lilly Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 9351 4469 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: https://www.lilly.com.au/ela/display/pagecontent.cfm?object_id=480&menu_ id=520 Closing Date: 19th September 2008 9 Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF)- Project Grants - Evaluation of Mental Health Service Provision & Rural Medical Health Service Provision Introduction: The Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) invites applications from teams of researchers/service providers/clinicians/consumers & carers, for funding: Evaluation of Mental Health Service Provision The aim is to maximise the effectiveness of services available for individuals with mental health problems and ensure these individuals have the best mental health outcomes. The total budget for one year of funding must NOT exceed $60,000. The link to Mental Health must be clear in the application. Evaluation of Rural Medical Health Service Provision This evaluation is for funding to evaluate new or existing interventions/services designed to restore or promote the health of Australians in rural and remote localities, with the aim to maximise the effectiveness of services available for individuals with health problems and ensure these individuals have the best health outcomes. The total budget for one year of funding must NOT exceed $40,000. Eligibility: Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have Permanent Resident Status. 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: Rotary Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.arhrf.org.au/sub1.asp?pageName=Current%20Opportunities Closing Date: 26th September 2008 10 Cancer Institute NSW- Research Innovation Grants Introduction: Research Innovation Grants have been designed to promote innovative research across all disciplines of cancer research that will lead to better understanding of the causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer. These grants will be promoted across multiple disciplines of research for better understanding of the biology, aetiology, detection, prevention and treatment of cancer. * Research Innovation Grants will not support existing projects or programs. Preliminary data is not required in these applications. Eligibility: Applications will only be accepted from individuals whose research will be conducted under the auspices of a University, Hospital or major research institution located within NSW. CI must reside in NSW for the duration of the award. Amount Awarded: $50,000 for 1 year only. 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: Cancer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/cancer_inst/research/current_opportuni ties.html Closing Date: 26th September 2008 11 Cancer Institute NSW- Research Equipment Grants Introduction: The program is therefore directed to providing substantial funding for key research platforms, core equipment and capacities to enhance the cancer research effort in NSW. These grants will support capability development and greater levels of collaboration across the cancer research sector. Cancer Institute NSW Research Equipment Grants have been designed to ensure that NSW cancer researchers have access to the technology and core capacities required for them to perform at the highest international level. Eligibility: Applications will only be accepted from individuals whose research will be conducted under the auspices of a University, Hospital or major research institution located within NSW. CI must reside in NSW for the duration of the award. Amount Awarded: Between $50,000 and $300,000 to fund physical infrastructure. 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: Cancer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/cancer_inst/research/current_opportuni ties.html Closing Date: 26th September 2008 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 12 Cancer Institute NSW- Career Development and Support Fellowship - Future Research Leaders Introduction: Career Development and Support Fellowships - Future Research Leaders Grants are aimed at encouraging high calibre interstate and international emerging researchers to establish a substantial program of research at a NSW institution. Successful applicants will conduct team-based research to develop expertise in cancer research. Researchers will be engaged in any discipline of research relevant to cancer, including, but not limited to: * Behavioural * Biomedical * Clinical * Epidemiological * Psychosocial Eligibility: Applications will only be accepted from individuals whose research will be conducted under the auspices of a University, Hospital or major research institution located within NSW. CI must reside in NSW for the duration of the award. Amount Awarded: Valued up to $250,000 per annum, for a total of 5 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: Cancer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 9351 4795 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/cancer_inst/research/current_opportuni ties.html Closing Date: 26th September 2008 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 13 Reminder: AINSE 2009 Research Awards Applicants please note; you must submit your application online; please note Brendan Kennedy and Warwick Dawson are required to sign the hardcopy; you must have the hardcopy to the Research Office no later than Friday 15th September; Please contact Andrew Black from 29th August to 15th September with any enquiries: ablack@usyd.edu.au or 9036 7075 14 The Ian Potter Foundation- Travel Grants. Please refer to point 4 in the bulletin for more information. RESEARCH GRANTS 15 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- 2009 Award for Research Conservation of Endangered Australian Vertebrate Species Introduction: This award offers support for research on endangered Australian vertebrate species (endangered either locally or nationally) with the objective of understanding the causes of their decline and with a view to instituting, or improving, the management of the conditions necessary for the species' recovery. Eligibility: Preference will be given to independent research workers whose research is not funded, or only partially funded, by a university or other institution. Amount Awarded: A total of $20,000 is available for allocation to one or more grants. 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: Science Research Office Contact: Julie Storry on 9351 4467 or email Email: j.storry@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/awards/conservation.htm Closing Date: 23rd September 2008 16 Norman Wettenhall Foundation- Research Grants Introduction: The objectives of the Foundation are to support and encourage research, education and recording of all aspects of Australia's natural environment; and to build capacity in local communities to effect long-term beneficial change in the natural environment. Wherever possible, funded projects will: * be innovative and serve as a model for future projects * show collaboration with other groups, particularly community groups * result in long term improvement of the natural environment * indicate clearly, and thoughtfully, how advice of the project's outcomes will be shared Eligibility: Grants are to be used for projects undertaken in Australia. Amount Awarded: It is recommended to do a budget in line with previous awarded grants; requesting under $20,000 is advised. 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: Norman Research Office Contact: Jenny Turner on 9351 7656 or email Email: jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nwf.org.au/grants/index.html Closing Date: 23rd September 2008 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 17 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- 2009/10 Boden Research Conferences Introduction: The Academy conducts a series of small specialist conferences in the biological sciences to enable active research workers in rapidly advancing fields to discuss current advances and problems. One conference per annum will be funded. Societies and organisers are invited to submit a one page expression of intent to hold a conference setting out the aims, objectives and timeliness of the program; evidence of support from the relevant scientific society should also be provided. Amount Awarded: A sum of up to $10,000 (GST exempt) is offered. 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: Boden Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/awards/boden.htm Closing Date: 30th September 2008 (external) 18 Australian Academy of Science (AAS)- Fenner Conferences on the Environment Introduction: The purpose of these conferences is to bring together those with relevant scientific, administrative and policy expertise to consider current environmental and conservation problems in Australia, thereby contributing to the formation of policies that can alleviate some of these problems. The supplementation of this sum is encouraged. One conference is funded annually. Societies and organisers are invited to submit a one page expression of interest to hold a conference setting out the aims, objectives and timeliness of the program; evidence of support from the relevant scientific society should also be provided. Amount Awarded: Funding of up to $8000 (GST exempt) is provided. 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: Fenner Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/awards/fenner.htm Closing Date: 30th September 2008 (external) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20080829/3bc62ce2/attachment.htm