From research at usyd.edu.au Thu Apr 2 12:05:36 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Thu Apr 2 12:06:36 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] LIEF 2010 - Expressions of Interest Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE0419AEBE@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Special Bulletin LIEF 2010 - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST HAVE CLOSED Please contact Jenny Turner urgently on 8627 8107 or jturner@usyd.edu.au if you still require access to IRMA to complete your EoI USyd Guidelines for ARC LIEF 2010 are now available on the Research Office Website Please contact Jenny Turner for all assistance and advice regarding the ARC LIEF Scheme. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090402/9e4d4bc3/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Apr 3 17:16:43 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Apr 3 17:17:22 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 3 April 2009 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE04205C45@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Wenner-Gren Foundation - International Collaborative Research Grants Health Sciences NEWS 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 3 Australian Academy of Science - University of Oxford - Oxford Nuffield Medical Fellowship 2009/10 RESEARCH GRANTS 4 Pfizer Australia - Cardiovascular Lipid Research Grants 2009 5 Clive & Vera Ramaciotti Foundation - General Awards 6 The Ramaciotti Foundation - Major Initiative for Biomedical Research in NSW Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 LIEF 2010 8 Banksia Environmental Foundation - 2009 Banksia Category Awards 9 Australian Museum - 2009 Eureka Prizes 10 AINSE - First call for Biodeuteration at the National Deuteration Facility RESEARCH GRANTS 11 The University of Sydney - Richard Claude Mankin Postdoctoral Fellowship CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 12 Australian Academy of Science - Australian participation in European Cooperation in the field of Scientific and Technical Research (COST) General news Reminder: Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund Fellowships The University of Sydney and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have established an agreement to encourage mutual visits by academic staff. For more information about the Fellowships and application details, please contact : Sue Freedman-Levy, Administrative Officer, Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund, telephone (02) 9351 6558 or via the email address below. Email: sueflevy@anatomy.usyd.edu.au Closing date: 10 April 2009. Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Wenner-Gren Foundation - International Collaborative Research Grants Introduction: The International Collaborative Research Grant (ICRG) supports international research collaborations between two or more qualified scholars, where the principal investigators bring different and complementary perspectives, knowledge, and/or skills to the project. Priority will be given to those applications that make a strong case for a balanced collaboration between the applicant and co-applicant/s in all aspects of the research: fieldwork, analysis, and eventual publication. By encouraging international collaborations, the grant contributes to the development of an international anthropology that values and incorporates different national perspectives and resources. By providing training funds, the grant helps to build capacity in countries were anthropology may be under-resourced. Eligibility: Each researcher must hold a doctorate or equivalent qualification in anthropology or a related discipline. Amount Awarded: The grants are for a maximum of US$30,000 for the research project. 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: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.wennergren.org/programs/programs_show.htm?doc_id=368683&attrib_id=13234 Closing Date: 23rd May 2009 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 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. 3 Australian Academy of Science - University of Oxford - Oxford Nuffield Medical Fellowship 2009/10 Applications are invited for an award under the Scheme for Oxford Nuffield Medical Fellowships in either a Clinical Medicine or Medical Science department of the University. The fellowship carries an allowance on the scale ?40,143 - ?41,948 - ?43,755. Applicants should either hold a medical qualification obtained in Australia or the United Kingdom or have appropriate research experience. There is no limit as to age or status. The fellowship is tenable for two years in the first instance, with the possibility of an extension for a third year. Fellows are expected to return to Australia at the end of the fellowship to continue to do work of a similar nature. Further information and application procedures can be obtained at the Australian Academy of Science website: http://www.science.org.au/awards/nuffield.htm. Details of the research interests of those departments in which the fellowship may be held may be obtained at website: http://www.ox.ac.uk/divisions/medical_sciences.html. For more information contact Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Closing date for applications is 18th May 2009. RESEARCH GRANTS 4 Pfizer Australia - Cardiovascular Lipid Research Grants 2009 Introduction: The CVL Research Grants program seeks to encourage medical graduates in Australia who have embarked on research within the last five years. Proposals will be considered for clinical research across the broad field of cardiovascular disease, stroke and lipid disorders including, but not necessarily confined to: * lipid disorders and their management * health outcomes * epidemiology/compliance studies * clinical studies in women and the elderly * hypertension/lipid disorders * coronary disease, arrhythmias * unstable angina * myocardial infarction * cerebrovascular disease and stroke * diabetic dyslipidaemias * obesity and lipid disorders * familial dyslipidaemias Eligibility: Applications are invited from Australian medical graduates who have entered the field of research (or returned after an appropriate break) within the last five years (e.g. the applicant has initiated or been awarded a PhD/MD from 2003 onwards). Amount Awarded: Funding for CVL Research Grants will be up to AUD$55,000 (including GST). 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: Pfizer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 8627 8102 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cvlgrants.com.au/ Closing Date: 8th May 2009 5 Clive & Vera Ramaciotti Foundation - General Awards Introduction: Applications are invited for grants available in 2009, from groups or individuals undertaking biomedical research within universities, public hospitals, medical research institutes or other institutes approved by the Trustee. Applications are invited for two types of grants. They are: a) Establishment Grants and b) Equipment Grants. Please ensure you read the Guidelines carefully, as requirements for each grant application are different. Please note: there has been significant change to the Equipment Grants. Complete guidelines and the online application form can be obtained from the website below. The Research Office advises of the following procedures in relation to submitting applications: The Ramaciotti Foundation will only accept ONE application for each type of grant PER Department/Discipline or affiliated Research Institute. Establishment Grants The Grant can be used for any combination of personnel, equipment (excluding infrastructure), consumables or other expenses but not for travel. The maximum total amount is $50,000. Only one Establishment Grant application will be accepted from each Department/Discipline or affiliated Research Institute. Please check the eligibility criteria in the guidelines carefully. Equipment Grants Applicants must be the Head of Department/Discipline or Director of the affiliated Research Institute in which the equipment is to be located. Applications may only be made for contributions of up to $50,000 towards the purchase of a single item of equipment costing $100,000 or more. *NEW* A condition for the award of an equipment grant is that a matching grant of the amount requested must be provided by the host institution. A commitment from the Foundation to contribute will be subject to the full cost being raised by the applicant, including the matching grant from the host institution. Applications for funding outside of these parameters will be deemed ineligible. Preference will be given to applications for an item of equipment that will be used on various projects by two or more research groups. Only one Equipment Grant application will be accepted from each Department/Discipline or affiliated Research Institute. Important Notes on Submission of Applications: 1. To ensure that only one Establishment Grant and one Equipment Grant application is submitted from each Department/Discipline or affiliated Research Institute, please discuss with your Department/Discipline Head or Director by 1 June 2009. If the Research Office receives more than one application for each type of grant from a Department/Discipline or affiliated Research Institute, the Research Office will ask the Department/Discipline Head or Director of the affiliated Research Institute to select the application to go forward. *NEW* Applicants for Equipment Grants must provide written confirmation from the Head of School that a matching grant of the amount requested will be provided by the host institution. 2. Researchers are to complete the application on the website, save as directed by the instructions (noting your Personal Security Number), download a copy and send it to the Research Office for checking by 16 June 2009. Note: Do not submit electronically at this stage. A completed Research Proposal Clearance Form must also be forwarded to the Research Office. 3. Having checked the application, the Research Office will notify the researcher of any amendments necessary (if any); and will advise on how to submit the final version of application. 4. Applicants are not required to nominate a referee. However, the Trustee reserves the right to request a report from a referee if recommended by the Scientific Advisory Committee. Any reports would be provided in strictest confidence to the Committee. 5. Researchers applying for establishment grants are advised to pay particular attention to Question E.8 "Ethical and hazardous implications of the project", noting the conditions determining whether or not you need to indicate "Yes". 6. Note all budget items should be GST exclusive. When filling out Part B of application please use the following address: Mrs Ellen Spinner University of Sydney Research Office Jane Foss Russell Building G12 The University of Sydney NSW 2006 Phone: 8627 8114, Facsimile: 8627 8145, Email: espinner@usyd.edu.au This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney Overhead charges. Please see http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/applications/indirect_cost.shtml Guidelines for the completion of research applications on the Research Office webpage for more information. If you wish to apply for these awards please contact Ellen Spinner on 8627 8114 or via the email address above. More information is available from: http://www.perpetual.com.au/campaigns/ramaciotti_ramaciotti_home.aspx 6 The Ramaciotti Foundation - Major Initiative for Biomedical Research in NSW Introduction: The Ramaciotti Foundation will be making a $1 million grant in November 2009 for a single major initiative in biomedical research in NSW. As trustee of the Foundation, Perpetual is calling for expressions of interest from groups or individuals undertaking biomedical research within universities, public hospitals, medical research institutes and similar institutes in New South Wales. If you are interested in applying for the $1 million grant, please send a one page outline of your proposal by 12pm, Wednesday 22nd April, along with a completed Research Proposal Clearance form to: Mrs Ellen Spinner University of Sydney Research Office Jane Foss Russell Building G12 The University of Sydney NSW 2006 Phone: 8627 8114, Facsimile: 8627 8145, Email: espinner@usyd.edu.au Office Hours: Wednesday - Friday Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 LIEF 2010 - EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST HAVE CLOSED USyd Guidelines for ARC LIEF 2010 are now available on the Research Office Website: http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/performance/forms_arc.shtml LIEF Timetable ASAP - Access RMS - the ARC's new application management system, ensure you have an RMS account and familiarise yourself with the LIEF form April 17 - Applicants invited to make full applications May 1 - Complete all sections of application in RMS - for RO feedback (except for Section C - Project Description) May 11 - Completed C Section - uploaded to RMS - for RO feedback May 15 - Complete final application in RMS plus one hard copy of complete pdf version of application from RMS - to RO May 18 - RO to finalise all applications ready for ARC Submission May 20 - RO to submit applications to ARC Please contact Jenny Turner for all assistance and advice regarding the ARC LIEF Scheme on 8627 8107 or email: jturner@usyd.edu.au 8 Banksia Environmental Foundation - 2009 Banksia Category Awards The Banksia Environmental Foundation, established in 1989, is a national not-for-profit organisation that promotes environmental excellence and sustainability through its Awards program and other associated events. The Banksia Category Awards reflect those issues most relevant to today's Australian in the ecological sustainability arenas. Increasingly it is becoming more important for corporations, businesses, governments, communities and individuals, to be recognised for their environmental or sustainability credentials. Banksia Category Awards for 2009: * Education Award * Water Award * Land and Biodiversity Award * Indigenous Award * Built Environment Award * Eco Innovation Award * Large Business Sustainability Award * Small and Medium Enterprises Business Sustainability Award * Agriculture and Food Award * Environmental Services Award For more information please refer to the website link below: http://www.banksiafdn.com/index.php?page=60 Entries close: 11th May 2009 9 Reminder: Australian Museum - 2009 Eureka Prizes 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. The Eureka Prizes are a unique partnership between the Australian Museum and 26 sponsors and supporters. 2009 has 18 prizes available with a combined worth of over $180,000. For further details on this year's line up and how to enter go to: http://www.australianmuseum.net.au/eureka/ Entries close midnight AEST Friday 1 May 2009. 10 AINSE - First call for Biodeuteration at the National Deuteration Facility The National Deuteration Facility (NDF) is making its first call for proposals for biodeuteration of proteins, nucleic acids and biopolyesters (eg PHAs). This will be of interest to structural biologists, protein chemists, biophysicists etc, who use neutron scattering or NMR for structure/function investigations. The call is though the Bragg Institute User Portal which handles beam time applications for the reactor based neutron instruments and NMR users are also welcome to apply for the following neutron-beam instruments and facilities: * ECHIDNA (high-resolution powder diffractometer) * WOMBAT (high-intensity powder diffractometer) * KOALA (Laue diffractometer) * KOWARI (strain scanner) * PLATYPUS (neutron reflectometer) * QUOKKA (small-angle neutron scattering instrument) * TAIPAN (thermal 3-axis spectrometer) Research Office Contact: Jenny Turner on 8627 8107 or email Email: jturner@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://neutron.ansto.gov.au/ Closing Date: 8th May 2009 RESEARCH GRANTS 11 The University of Sydney - Richard Claude Mankin Postdoctoral Fellowship Introduction: The purpose of the Richard Claude Mankin bequest is to promote and encourage research at the University of Sydney related to water conservation. Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Fellowship to conduct full time research at the University. Applicants will need to have a doctoral qualification of no more than five years standing as at 15 May 2009. The fellowship will be available for three years, subject to satisfactory progress. The fellowship must commence within six months of an offer being made. Amount Awarded: The remuneration package includes a base salary $66,155 to $71,012 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation. A relocation allowance and a setting-up grant will also be 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: Fellowships & Awards In optional keywords type: Mankin Research Office Contact: Carmen Ng on 8627 8116 or email Email: carmen_ng@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/opportunities/fellowships.shtml Closing Date: 15th May 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 12 Australian Academy of Science - Australian participation in European Cooperation in the field of Scientific and Technical Research (COST) Introduction: The project is supported by the International Science Linkages (ISL) program. The ISL program supports Australian professional scientists, from both the public and private sectors, to collaborate with international partners on leading edge science and technology in order to contribute to Australia's economic, social and environmental wellbeing. The objectives of the ISL program are to: * Increase the uptake of leading edge science and technology (S&T) through: o promoting access to and participation by Australian researchers in strategically focussed, leading edge, international scientific research and technology; and o increased strategic alliances between Australian and overseas researchers. * Facilitate Australia's access to the global S&T system by supporting bilateral and multilateral relations with other countries. Applications are now being received for travel between 1 July 2009 and 30 June 2010 (FY 2009-2010) Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in Australia at the time of application and must be official members of a COST Action. Amount Awarded: up to A$5,000 for a STSM, covering a return airfare of up to A$2,500 and daily living allowances. Daily living allowances, covering accommodation and meals are provided at the rate of A$200 per day or a maximum of A$2,500 per month 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: Academy Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/cost.htm Closing Date: Applications are now being received for travel between 1 July 2009 and 30 June 2010 (FY 2009-2010) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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DUE DATE TO THE RESEARCH OFFICE: 9AM TUESDAY 14 APRIL (submit via RMS by clicking on 'Create Eligibility Issue' - the RO will submit to the ARC via RMS) RMS log on: https://rms.arc.gov.au Make sure you read and follow the instructions to applicants: Eligibility Exemption/Advice Request - PDF Format (142kb) The following forms are available for LP Eligibility Exemption/Advice requests: * Type 1 - Medical and Dental Research - Eligibility Advice - PDF Format (37kb) - RTF Format (143kb) * Type 2 - APDI Fellowship Candidate - Eligibility Exemption - PDF Format (42kb) - RTF Format (155kb) * Type 3 - Researcher Role - Chief Investigator (CI) or Partner Investigator (PI) - Eligibility Advice Exemption - PDF Format (33kb) - RTF Format (104kb) * Type 4 - Conflict of Interest of Chief Investigator/APDI - Eligibility Advice - PDF Format (35kb) - RTF Format (109kb) * Type 5 - Partner Organisation 'type of organisation' - Eligibility Advice - PDF Format (35kb) - RTF Format (99kb) * Type 6 - Partner Organisation 'cash exemption from the minimum cash contribution requirement' - Eligibility Exemption Request - PDF Format (33kb) - RTF Format (100kb) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090409/7dce9aa0/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Thu Apr 9 18:10:23 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Thu Apr 9 18:13:33 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 9 April 2009 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE043220E3@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 1 National Library of Australia - Harold White Fellowships Health Sciences NEWS 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 3 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Pilot Study Grants / Novel Concept Awards 4 Australian Physiotherapy Research Foundation - Call for 2009 Tagged Grant Applications FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Postdoctoral Fellowships 2009 Sciences & Engineering CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 6 Australian Academy of Science (AAS) - Scientific Visits to: China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan 7 Australian Academy of Science (AAS) - Scientific Visits to Europe 8 Australian Academy of Science (AAS) - Scientific Visits to USA, Canada and Mexico Humanities & Social Sciences FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 1 National Library of Australia - Harold White Fellowships Introduction: The principal benefit of Fellowships is to give scholars and writers the means and the uninterrupted time to work with the Library's collection. Fellowships are open to established Australian and international researchers or writers in any discipline in which the Library has strong collections. Successful applicants are generally senior scholars or writers with a strong publication track record, including publication of full length monographs. Four to seven fellowships, of periods from three to six months, are awarded annually. Eligibility: Fellowships are not provided to assist with the completion of degree studies and applications from currently enrolled students will not be considered. 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: Fellowships & Awards In optional keywords type: Internet Link: http://www.nla.gov.au/grants/haroldwhite Closing Date: 30th April 2009 (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 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 3 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Pilot Study Grants / 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. 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: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nbcf.org.au/page.asp?subcategory_id=4&page_id=66&category_id= 3 Closing Date: 8th May 2009 4 Australian Physiotherapy Research Foundation - Call for 2009 Tagged Grant Applications Introduction: The Physiotherapy Research Foundation is pleased to announce the call for applications for 2009 tagged research grants as below. Applicants for all grants must be members of the Australian Physiotherapy Association and should also meet the special criteria for each of the tagged grants, as well as the general guidelines for PRF tagged grants. GRANT from the JILL NOSWORTHY BEQUEST * The grant is offered for clinical research in the area of cardiothoracic physiotherapy, or alternatively, for a health program evaluation project or a clinical epidemiology project * The applicant (principal investigator) may be a new or experienced researcher * One grant of up to $10,000 is offered in 2009. THERMOSKIN RESEARCH GRANT * The grant is offered for clinical research in the areas of arthritis, sports physiotherapy, or repetitive strain injury * The applicant (chief investigator) may be a new or experienced researcher * One grant of up to $10,000 is offered in 2009. SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY AUSTRALIA RESEARCH GRANT * The grant is offered for clinical research in the area of sports physiotherapy * The applicant (chief investigator) must be a member of Sports Physiotherapy Australia * The applicant (chief investigator) must be a new or experienced researcher * One grant of up to $10,000 is offered in 2009. Eligibility: Applicants must hold full registration with an Australian Physiotherapists Registration Board and be an Australian citizen, or have permanent resident status. Indirect Cost Recovery: These schemes are 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: Physio Research Office Contact: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.physiotherapy.asn.au/index.php/quality-practice/physiotherapy -research-foundation/grants Closing Date: 17th April 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Postdoctoral Fellowships 2009 Introduction: The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is pleased to announce the NBCF Early Career Fellowship Awards for researchers. The aim of this award is to support the development of early career researchers with outstanding potential for a career in breast cancer research. The accepted professional qualifications include, but are not limited to, nursing; psychology; public health; medicine; physiotherapy; veterinary science; social work; pharmacy, engineering and occupational therapy. Eligibility: Researchers with a doctorate degree and/or a professional qualification from an accredited institution who have between three and eight years of research or professional experience. Amount Awarded: The maximum funding available for each Early Career Fellowship is up to $200,000 per annum over four years. The salary of the Fellow up to $100,000 per annum and up to $100,000 per annum towards the research project 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: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nbcf.org.au/subcategory.asp?category_id=3&subcategory_id=5 Closing Date: 8th May 2009 Sciences & Engineering CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 6 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 1 April 2010 and 31 December 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: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/programs.htm Closing Date: 1st May 2009 7 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 2010 and 31 December 2010 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: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/europe.htm Closing Date: 1st May 2009 8 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 2010 and 31 December 2010 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: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/internat/usa.htm Closing Date: 1st May 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090409/6dcc06ad/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Wed Apr 15 18:04:26 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Wed Apr 15 18:05:12 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Environmental Trust Grants 2009 - Internal Closing 20 April 2009 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE04322D97@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> NSW Department of Environment & Climate Change - Environmental Trust Grants 2009 FUNDING AND PRIORITY AREAS FOR 2009 Environmental Research Grants: Major Grant - Expressions of Interest * Hazardous Substances and Waste - grants up to $200,000 for 3 years * Waters and Catchments - grants up to $100,000 for 3 years * Environmental Noise - grants up to $100,000 for 3 years Environmental Research Grants: Seeding Grant Grants will be to a maximum value of $20,000 for one year for the best proposals across any of the following categories: * Hazardous Substances and Waste, * Air * Biodiversity * Waters and Catchments * Environmental Noise For more information please visit: http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants/research.htm Please note: There is a limit of 3 applications per category per institution and internal ranking will be required if more than three proposals are received in any one category. Therefore those intending to apply please email Luda Kuchieva asap the priority area/category and the project title and then e-mail a copy of the proposal by 3 pm Monday, 20 April 2009 for internal ranking. Email: luda.kuchieva@usyd.edu.au Phone: 02 8627 8106 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090415/1fcacb57/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Apr 17 17:11:36 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Apr 17 17:13:55 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 17 April 2009 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE043E239D@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants Health Sciences 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 3 NHMRC- Program Grants 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 4 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Early Career Fellowship Awards CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) - Travel Grants: Young Scientist Research and Allied Health and Nursing 6 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 NSW Office for Science & Medical Research - NSW Scientist of the Year Awards 8 Pathfinders - The Innovator's Conference RESEARCH GRANTS 9 NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change- Environmental Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 10 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants General news What makes for successful research grant management? Are you a new or emerging Chief Investigator who is wondering how to make sure you establish good grant management practice? If so, then the Future Research Leaders Program half day module on Grant and Contact Administration is for you. The program examines the principles of effective grant management and explores the responsibilities of the researcher with respect to the execution and reporting of project outcomes. It is essential for any researcher with responsibility for a grant execution. Two very experienced researchers Prof Ben Eggleton, Federation Fellow, and Director of CUDOS and Prof Kathryn Refshauge, Assoc Dean Research, Faculty of Health Sciences will lead the session and share their experience of managing research grants. The workshop is on Thursday 14 May from 9am - 12.30pm at the Darlington Centre. For more details please see the Go8 Future Research Leaders page on the Learning Solutions website . Humanities & Social Sciences CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 1 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants Introduction: The Ian Potter Foundation Travel Grants ask applicants to send: * a completed application form describing the proposed project and its objectives * details of proposed itinerary, including when the applicant intends to depart and return to Australia * a budget showing the approximate level of funding required, anticipated sources of assistance, committed contribution by the institution, and the contribution by the applicant Please note: no direct applications by individuals can be considered and all applications must be submitted by the Research or Grants Office. Eligibility: Please refer to website link below for more information. Amount Awarded: Please note that any applications that do not have confirmed cash financial support from the applicant's institution will be ineligible for consideration by the Foundation. 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: Angie Williams on 8627 8168 or email Email: angie@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://foundation.ianpotter.org.au/how_to_apply.html Closing Date: 25th May 2009 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 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 3 NHMRC- Program Grants 2009 Introduction: The aim of the Program Grants scheme is to provide support for teams of high calibre researchers to pursue broadly based collaborative research activities. Teams will be expected to contribute to new knowledge at a leading international level in important areas of health and medical research. The scheme is available for all research approaches relevant to better health (ie biomedical, clinical, public health or health services research) and is typically for 5 years. Eligibility: The NHMRC's Project Grants Funding Policy contains restrictions on the numbers and types of grants that can be applied for and held at any time. Program Grant applicants who hold, or intend to apply for NHMRC Project Grants, should ensure that they are applying in accordance with the requirements of the NHMRC Project Grants Funding Policy. 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: Program Research Office Contact: Yamini Sandiran on 8627 8101 or email Email: ysandiran@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/funding/apply/granttype/programs/index.htm Closing Date: Internal 17th June 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 4 National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) - Early Career Fellowship Awards Introduction: The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is pleased to announce the NBCF Early Career Fellowship Awards for researchers. The aim of this award is to support the development of early career researchers with outstanding potential for a career in breast cancer research. The accepted professional qualifications include, but are not limited to, nursing; psychology; public health; medicine; physiotherapy; veterinary science; social work; pharmacy, engineering and occupational therapy. Eligibility: Researchers with a doctorate degree and/or a professional qualification from an accredited institution who have between three and eight years of research or professional experience. Amount Awarded: The maximum funding available for each Early Career Fellowship is up to $200,000 per annum over four years. The salary of the Fellow up to $100,000 per annum and up to $100,000 per annum towards the research project 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: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nbcf.org.au/subcategory.asp?category_id=3&subcategory_id=38 Closing Date: 8th May 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) - Travel Grants: Young Scientist Research and Allied Health and Nursing Introduction: The Macquarie Group Foundation Diabetes Research Innovation Partnership aims to advance the level and impact of type 1 diabetes research in Australia. There are two types of grants - Young Scientist Research and Allied Health and Nursing Travel Grants both funded by the Macquarie Group Foundation as part of this partnership. JDRF invites applications from young researchers for travel to research institutions or scientific meetings, for the purpose of furthering the researcher's expertise in the study of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes. The scientific meeting/research visit planned by the applicant must focus on one of JDRF's research goals: * To restore normal blood glucose levels * To prevent and reverse complications * To prevent type 1 diabetes Eligibility: Medical, science or allied health graduates who are undertaking type 1 diabetes research - PhD students or not more than 5 years post-doctoral and permanent residents currently residing in Australia. Amount Awarded: grants of up to $2,500 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: Juvenile Research Office Contact: Angie Williams on 8627 8168 or email Email: angie@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.jdrf.org.au/type-1-diabetes-research/travel-grants Closing Date: 24th April 2009 6 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants. Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. Sciences & Engineering NEWS 7 NSW Office for Science & Medical Research - NSW Scientist of the Year Awards The NSW Scientist of the Year 2009 Award is designed to engage and involve the general public as well as the NSW research community, to promote the value of science and encourage science careers. Six awards of $5,000 each will be granted to individuals in the following categories: 1. Environment, Water and Climate Change Sciences 2. Physics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry and Astronomy 3. Biomedical Sciences 4. Plant and Animal Sciences 5. Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences 6. Leadership in Teaching Secondary Science and Mathematics The main award of $55,000 for the NSW Scientist of the Year will be granted to the overall winner, selected from the first 5 categories. * If you would like any assistance with your application please contact Andrew Black in the Research Office ablack@usyd.edu.au or Please refer to website link below for more information: http://www.osmr.nsw.gov.au/science_communication/science_promotion/scien tist_of_the_year Nominations close: 12th June 2009 8 Pathfinders - The Innovator's Conference The route out of the quagmire of the global financial crisis will be the focus of The Innovator's Conference, which gets under way at the National Convention Centre in Canberra 26-28 May 2009. The formidable line-up of national and international speakers is expected to attract scientists, politicians, senior government officials and business leaders, who will hear presentations on how innovation can help fortify industry and governments against financial shocks. And this year for the first time, the conference will be aligned with the Australian Science Festival. For Pathfinders 2009 Registration Information visit: http://www.crca.asn.au/conference/index.html RESEARCH GRANTS 9 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 8627 8106 or email Email: luda.kuchieva@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants/restoration.htm Closing Date: 22nd May 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 10 The Ian Potter Foundation - Travel Grants. Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The Seminar will cover the following: * A Panel Perspective Professor Robyn Norton will provide an overview of the Program Grant Scheme and a personal insight into the peer review process and some guidance in structuring your application. * Writing an NHMRC Program Grant application Mr Tim Haydon, external consultant with experience in scientific writing, will lead a discussion aimed at giving practical suggestions on grant writing. This will include an overview on how to structure your application for your audience i.e. the panel and getting the message across. Please RSVP Yamini Sandiran on ysandiran@usyd.edu.au no later than 1st May 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090420/26d432bf/attachment.htm From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Apr 24 18:34:06 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Apr 24 18:35:06 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 24 April 2009 Message-ID: <2468A5C7FA7C7443B8F29B707EA374CE0450119A@MAIL1.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences There are no funding opportunities this week. Health Sciences NEWS 1 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 2 NHMRC Development Grants Funding commencing 2010 RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The Brain Foundation Australia- 2009 Brain Foundation Research Grants 4 Pfizer Australia- Cancer Research Grants CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 Australia New Zealand Spinal Cord Network (ANZSCIN) - Travel Grant 2009 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research - The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science RESEARCH GRANTS 7 Forest and Wood Products Australia - Call for Research Proposals General news Extension to submission date for LP and LIEF The ARC has advised that the closing dates for Linkage Projects for funding commencing in 2010 and Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities for funding commencing in 2010 have been extended as follows: - The closing time for submission of Proposals for Round 1 of Linkage Projects for funding commencing in 2010 is now 5.00pm (AEST) Wednesday 20 May 2009. - The closing time for submission of Proposals for Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities for funding commencing in 2010 is now 5.00pm (AEST) Wednesday 27 May 2009. Despite this change, please adhere as best you can to the original internal deadlines for both schemes as per our instructions. ARC Centres of Excellence 2009 for 2010: Expressions of Interest In order to best coordinate applications and financial commitments across the University for the coming Centres of Excellence Round, we are seeking very brief Expressions of Interest from all individuals considering leading submissions from the University of Sydney or participating in other institution's bids. EoIs are to be submitted to Andrew Black (ablack@usyd.edu.au) via email by Friday 8th May, on the form available at http://www.usyd.edu.au/ro/performance/forms_arc.shtml 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. 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 2004) or no more than 5 years research experience as at 1 July 2009 ? Applicants must obtain endorsement from their Head of School (page 6 of the application). 30th June 2009 - Closing date to RO 31st July 2009 - USyd ranked list to G08 For further information please contact Kate Taylor 8627 8137 or kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Humanities & Social Sciences There are no funding opportunities this week. Health Sciences NEWS 1 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 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. 2 NHMRC Development Grants Funding commencing 2010 The Development Grants Policy and Advice and Instructions to Applicants for applications for funding in 2010 will be available on 24 April 2009. If you are applying for a Development Grant you need to apply for a "Login" to the new NHMRC RGMS system. The form for a 'Login' to the new RGMS system is available at: www.nhmrc.gov.au/grants/apply/development/index.htm RGMS has an online profile and CV function. Once potential applicants receive their 'Login' they can proceed with creating their profile and CV online. The online application will be available on 5 May. Formal applications will now open 5 May and close 6pm (AEST) on 7 July 2009. The internal closing date for applications is 23rd June 2009. RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The Brain Foundation Australia- 2009 Brain Foundation Research Grants Introduction: The primary objective of the Brain Foundation Research Grant Awards is to support individual researchers and research teams to conduct the highest quality research in brain illnesses and neurological disorders as well as brain and spinal injuries. The 2008 Brain Foundation research grant categories are: ? Alzheimer's, Parkinson's & Other Neuro Degenerative Diseases ? Dystonia ? Cerebral Diseases ? Brain Tumours ? Epilepsy ? Neuromuscular Diseases ? Pediatric Neurology ? Neuro-trauma ? Headache and Migraine ? Neural Infections ? Other Eligibility: Young investigators, either clinicians or neuroscientists, to help them establish an ongoing research program. Amount Awarded: As a guide the grants can be up to $40,000 each. 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: Brain Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 8627 8104 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.brainaustralia.org.au/research/2009_research_grants Closing Date: 5th June 2009 4 Pfizer Australia- Cancer Research Grants Introduction: The Pfizer Australia Cancer Research Grants program seeks to encourage medical graduates in Australia who are early in their research career having commenced research (or returned after an appropriate break) within the last five years. The Cancer Research Grants have been established to support proposals for clinical research in the field of oncology. The proposals should exclusively involve clinical research or translational research involving humans. Eligibility: Applications are invited from medical graduates who are early in their research career having commenced research (or returned after an appropriate break) within the last five years (eg the applicant has initiated or has been awarded a PhD/MD from 2004 onwards). Amount Awarded: Funding for the Cancer Research Grants will be up to AU$55,000 (including GST) for up to 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: Pfizer Research Office Contact: Chris Robinson on 8627 8102 or email Email: chris.robinson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.crgrants.com.au/Oncology/ Closing Date: 29th May 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 Australia New Zealand Spinal Cord Network (ANZSCIN) - Travel Grant 2009 Introduction: ANZSCIN is supported by the NSW Government and draws together leading researchers, clinicians and key stakeholders from Australia and New Zealand. As part of our remit to facilitate communication and collaboration, ANZSCIN is pleased to be piloting five travel grants to assist conference attendance in the 2009/10 financial year Eligibility: Be an individual member of ANZSCIN. Researchers, clinicians, MSc and PhD students, people with a spinal cord injury (SCI) and people working in the SCI community can apply and are invited to join ANZSCIN Amount Awarded: For conference travel in the financial year 2009/10 there will be a maximum of four grants of up to $1000 for individuals attending conferences within Australia and New Zealand and one grant of up to $2000 for an individual presenting at an international conference 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: spinal Research Office Contact: Angie Williams on 8627 8168 or email Email: angie@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: www.anzscin.org Closing Date: 29th May 2009 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Reminder: Department of Innovation, Industry, Science and Research - The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science Nominations are now open for the 2009 Prime Minister's Prizes for Science. The Australian Government awards five prizes annually for outstanding scientific achievements and excellence in science teaching. These awards are the most prestigious and significant of their kind in Australia. Each award comprises solid gold or silver engraved medallions with matching lapel pins in jarrah presentation cases, and grants totaling $500,000. The five award categories include: * The Prime Minister's Prize for Science; * The Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year; * The Science Minister's Prize for Life Scientist of the Year; * The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Primary Schools; and * The Prime Minister's Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in Secondary Schools. We are seeking nominations for these awards, which are offered to Australian citizens or those who hold permanent residence status in Australia. Nominations should be made by nominators who are personally knowledgeable of the nominated achievements and who can offer expert opinions on its worth. Self nominations will not be considered. For further information, please visit http://www.innovation.gov.au/scienceprizes. All enquiries please contact Andrew Black on 8627 8108 or email ablack@usyd.edu.au Entries close: 8 May 2009 RESEARCH GRANTS 7 Forest and Wood Products Australia - Call for Research Proposals Introduction: Forest and Wood Products Australia invites the submission of preliminary research proposals (PRPs) for a research project leading to the development of improved drying procedures for commercially available backsawn eucalypt material without adversely impacting on the commercial value of final products. Proposals that also offer potential increase of product yields to achieve high-value, appearance grades and to maximise recovery in boards are sought. Eligibility: Proposals should be developed in partnership with industry participants and kiln manufacturers with an emphasis on commercial implementation of the project findings or recommendations. 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: forest Research Office Contact: Luda Kuchieva on 8627 8106 or email Email: luda.kuchieva@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: (application) http://www.fwpa.com.au/Resources/RD/FWPA_PRP_Form.pdf Closing Date: 8th May 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090424/709e9078/attachment.htm