From research at usyd.edu.au Mon Jun 1 09:49:53 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Mon Jun 1 09:49:52 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] FW: Research Office Bulletin 29 May 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD1174BA3@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent 2 The Australian Academy of the Humanities - The Publication Subsidy Scheme Health Sciences NEWS 3 Funding For Research into H1n1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 5 J.O & J.R Wicking Trust- General Grants, Support Grants & Medical and Scientific Grants Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) - 2009 Clunies Ross Awards 7 The 2009 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent Introduction: The Foundation has decided this year to concentrate the available funds in the two areas of Medical Welfare and Social Welfare and will regrettably not be accepting requests for the funding Medical Research this year. They have introduced the "Letter of Intent" process to assist in reducing the work required to make an initial application and to assist them in focusing on those projects most likely to be funded. The Foundation will consider the letters of intent and then ask for final submissions from proposals meet our criteria and are considered to have merit. The Foundation will accept up to a maximum of three projects from each organisation, provided that fall within the broad areas of medical or social welfare. Amount Awarded: up to $20,000 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: Cecilia Research Office Contact: Julia Bouwens on 8627 8142 or Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Closing Date: 8th June 2009 2 The Australian Academy of the Humanities - The Publication Subsidy Scheme Introduction: The AAH gives priority to works that require a subsidy for their viability as a publishing venture, or for the inclusion of essential items such as illustrations, photographs or maps. Support may, in some cases, be given for meritorious publications with some prospect of small-scale royalty and profit returns. Works with clear commercial prospects, however, will not be supported by the AAH. The AAH normally supports publications that have already been accepted by a reputable and refereed academic publisher. In the case of in-house publications (of conference papers etc), external assessment of the work will be required. Eligibility: The scheme is designed to assist Humanities scholars based in Australia. Both independent scholars and those working within an institution are eligible for the scheme. Amount Awarded: Financial support of up to AU$3,000 for the publication of scholarly works of high quality in the Humanities. 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: Humanities Research Office Contact: Julia Bouwens on 8627 8142 or Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.humanities.org.au/Grants/PubSubs/PubSubs.htm Closing Date: 24th July 2009 Health Sciences NEWS 3 Funding For Research into H1n1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) The Australian Government, through the National Health and Research Council, will provide $7 million for research into the H1NI influenza 09 virus (human swine influenza). The funds will help researchers learn more about the properties of the virus and it's potential to become more virulent and how best to avoid and treat infection. This research will commence in June 2009 with results expected to be reported by December 2009. Researchers will focus on two areas: ? Biology of the virus, including the progress of mutations, likely increase or decrease in virulence, susceptibility to antivirals, and the risk of combination with other influenza virus strains. ? Health care, including quarantining, effective population based use of antivirals, advice on public health measures and messages and the factors that put individuals at higher risk. The NHMRC has funded over $10m for 119 studies into influenza in the last three years. >From mid next week interested health and medical researchers can access further information and applications for research funding at http://www.nhmrc.gov.au. Expressions of interest will close on Monday 22nd June. 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Applicants interested in applying for NIH Grants should subscribe to the NIH Funding Bulletin. To subscribe please click on the following link: http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/listserv.htm - and follow the instructions. If you are planning on submitting an application to an eligible funding scheme please contact Yamini Sandiran in the Research Office on 02 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 5 J.O & J.R Wicking Trust- General Grants, Support Grants & Medical and Scientific Grants Introduction: The JO & JR Wicking Trust was established in 2003. The Trust provides funding to provide benefits for the blind or visually impaired, the aged or for persons suffering from Alzheimer's disease and includes funding research into problems associated with the above. There are 4 categories of Grants. * General Grants Major Strategic Initiatives * General Grants Incubation Initiative * Support Grants for Rural Communities * Medical & Scientific grants for research into better diagnosis therapeutic intervention care or treatment of Alzheimer's disease and research into cures Amount Awarded: Per annum: General Grants $50,000-$180,000, Incubation Initiatives $15,000-$50,000, Support Grants for Rural Communities $1,000- $10,000, Medical and Scientific Research Grants $25,000-$50,000 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: Wicking Research Office Contact: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.anz.com/aus/fin/Trustees/guNamed.asp#WickingTrust Closing Date: 8th July 2009; Medical Grants are due by 24th June 2009 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) - 2009 Clunies Ross Awards The appropriate nominee is a person who has, often against difficulties and always with persistent commitment, made important contributions to the application of science and technology for the economic, and social or environmental benefit of Australia. For more information please refer to the website link below: http://www.cluniesross.org.au/2008/1/22/2010-nomination-form Nominations close: 30th June 2009 7 The 2009 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Bright, young and motivated dairy researchers and innovators from across the dairy supply chain will compete for grants of up to $50,000 to further their innovative ideas and careers. Australians aged 18 to 35 who work or study in primary industries are welcome to apply. 13 winners across a range of agricultural, forestry and fisheries industries will receive $20,000 each to undertake a project to explore an emerging scientific issue or innovative activity over a 12 month period. One winner will receive an additional $30,000 as the recipient of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry's Award, making the premier prize a total of $50,000. 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URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090601/2398bfab/attachment.html From research at usyd.edu.au Mon Jun 1 10:02:50 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Mon Jun 1 10:02:52 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 1 June 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD11D9F14@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent 2 The Australian Academy of the Humanities - The Publication Subsidy Scheme Health Sciences NEWS 3 Funding For Research into H1n1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 5 J.O & J.R Wicking Trust- General Grants, Support Grants & Medical and Scientific Grants Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) - 2009 Clunies Ross Awards 7 The 2009 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent Introduction: The Foundation has decided this year to concentrate the available funds in the two areas of Medical Welfare and Social Welfare and will regrettably not be accepting requests for the funding Medical Research this year. They have introduced the "Letter of Intent" process to assist in reducing the work required to make an initial application and to assist them in focusing on those projects most likely to be funded. The Foundation will consider the letters of intent and then ask for final submissions from proposals meet our criteria and are considered to have merit. The Foundation will accept up to a maximum of three projects from each organisation, provided that fall within the broad areas of medical or social welfare. Amount Awarded: up to $20,000 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: Cecilia Research Office Contact: Julia Bouwens on 8627 8142 or Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Closing Date: 8th June 2009 2 The Australian Academy of the Humanities - The Publication Subsidy Scheme Introduction: The AAH gives priority to works that require a subsidy for their viability as a publishing venture, or for the inclusion of essential items such as illustrations, photographs or maps. Support may, in some cases, be given for meritorious publications with some prospect of small-scale royalty and profit returns. Works with clear commercial prospects, however, will not be supported by the AAH. The AAH normally supports publications that have already been accepted by a reputable and refereed academic publisher. In the case of in-house publications (of conference papers etc), external assessment of the work will be required. Eligibility: The scheme is designed to assist Humanities scholars based in Australia. Both independent scholars and those working within an institution are eligible for the scheme. Amount Awarded: Financial support of up to AU$3,000 for the publication of scholarly works of high quality in the Humanities. 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: Humanities Research Office Contact: Julia Bouwens on 8627 8142 or Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.humanities.org.au/Grants/PubSubs/PubSubs.htm Closing Date: 24th July 2009 Health Sciences NEWS 3 Funding For Research into H1n1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) The Australian Government, through the National Health and Research Council, will provide $7 million for research into the H1NI influenza 09 virus (human swine influenza). The funds will help researchers learn more about the properties of the virus and it's potential to become more virulent and how best to avoid and treat infection. This research will commence in June 2009 with results expected to be reported by December 2009. Researchers will focus on two areas: * Biology of the virus, including the progress of mutations, likely increase or decrease in virulence, susceptibility to antivirals, and the risk of combination with other influenza virus strains. * Health care, including quarantining, effective population based use of antivirals, advice on public health measures and messages and the factors that put individuals at higher risk. The NHMRC has funded over $10m for 119 studies into influenza in the last three years. >From mid next week interested health and medical researchers can access further information and applications for research funding at http://www.nhmrc.gov.au. Expressions of interest will close on Monday 22nd June. 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Applicants interested in applying for NIH Grants should subscribe to the NIH Funding Bulletin. To subscribe please click on the following link: http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/listserv.htm - and follow the instructions. If you are planning on submitting an application to an eligible funding scheme please contact Yamini Sandiran in the Research Office on 02 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. RESEARCH GRANTS 5 J.O & J.R Wicking Trust- General Grants, Support Grants & Medical and Scientific Grants Introduction: The JO & JR Wicking Trust was established in 2003. The Trust provides funding to provide benefits for the blind or visually impaired, the aged or for persons suffering from Alzheimer's disease and includes funding research into problems associated with the above. There are 4 categories of Grants. * General Grants Major Strategic Initiatives * General Grants Incubation Initiative * Support Grants for Rural Communities * Medical & Scientific grants for research into better diagnosis therapeutic intervention care or treatment of Alzheimer's disease and research into cures Amount Awarded: Per annum: General Grants $50,000-$180,000, Incubation Initiatives $15,000-$50,000, Support Grants for Rural Communities $1,000- $10,000, Medical and Scientific Research Grants $25,000-$50,000 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: Wicking Research Office Contact: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.anz.com/aus/fin/Trustees/guNamed.asp#WickingTrust Closing Date: 8th July 2009; Medical Grants are due by 24th June 2009 Cecilia Kilkeary Foundation - Letter of Intent Please refer to point 1 in the bulletin for more information. Sciences & Engineering NEWS 6 Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering (ATSE) - 2009 Clunies Ross Awards The appropriate nominee is a person who has, often against difficulties and always with persistent commitment, made important contributions to the application of science and technology for the economic, and social or environmental benefit of Australia. For more information please refer to the website link below: http://www.cluniesross.org.au/2008/1/22/2010-nomination-form Nominations close: 30th June 2009 7 The 2009 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Bright, young and motivated dairy researchers and innovators from across the dairy supply chain will compete for grants of up to $50,000 to further their innovative ideas and careers. Australians aged 18 to 35 who work or study in primary industries are welcome to apply. 13 winners across a range of agricultural, forestry and fisheries industries will receive $20,000 each to undertake a project to explore an emerging scientific issue or innovative activity over a 12 month period. One winner will receive an additional $30,000 as the recipient of the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry's Award, making the premier prize a total of $50,000. 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URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090602/5814b949/attachment.html From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Jun 5 17:10:40 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Jun 5 17:10:45 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 5 June 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD120C756@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news Bionic Eye Research-Applications Open The Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator Kim Carr, today opened the $50 million Research in Bionic Science and Technology Initiative for applications. Under the initiative, a leading research team or teams will receive up to $50 million to initiate significant national and international research collaboration to develop a bionic eye. This research initiative delivers on the Australian Government's promise, as part of its 2020 Summit response, to implement a long-term national health strategy. The Initiative will be administered by the Australian Research Council and the assessment of funding proposals will involve national and international experts. For more information please call Learning Solutions on 9036 4731 Applications for funding will close on 29th July 2009. For more information on the initiative and to download the funding rules visit: http://www.arc.gov.au/ Now the grant is over - how do you make the most of wrapping the project up? Are you a new or emerging Chief Investigator who is wondering what needs to happen at the end of a grant project? In research projects, final steps (project closeout) are often overlooked or done poorly as the focus moves towards gaining funding for the next project and team members leave to join other projects. Yet closeout is a critical component of the research project that is not just about ticking boxes and transferring responsibility. If it is done well, closeout can provide the platform for future research projects and research funding, but if it is done badly can make it difficult to gain future funding for the individual and the organisation or even have punitive consequences. The workshop is on Thursday 9 July from 9am - 1.00pm at the Darlington Centre. For more details and to enroll please use the following link to Go8 Future Research Leaders - Project Review and Evaluation: http://www.usyd.edu.au/learningsolutions/research/project_review.shtml Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG) - Research Grants in the Natural and Social Sciences and the Humanities Health Sciences NEWS 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The National Breast Cancer Foundation of Australia (NBCF) - Collaborative Breast Cancer Research Grant Program 2009 4 The Leukaemia Foundation - Research Grants in Aid Program 2009 5 Australian Cystic Fibrosis Research Trust - Research Grants FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 6 The Leukaemia Foundation - Philip Desbrow Senior Research Fellowship 7 The Leukaemia Foundation - Postdoctoral Fellowship Sciences & Engineering NEWS 8 2009 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG) - Research Grants in the Natural and Social Sciences and the Humanities Introduction: The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG) welcomes proposals from any of the natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of violence, aggression, and dominance. Particular questions that interest HFG concern violence, aggression, and dominance in relation to social change, the socialization of children, intergroup conflict, interstate warfare, crime, family relationships, and investigations of the control of aggression and violence. Priority will also be given to areas and methodologies not receiving adequate attention and support from other funding sources. Eligibility: HFG awards research grants to individuals for individual projects and does not award grants to institutions for institutional programs. Amount Awarded: Awards in the range of US$15,000 to $30,000 a year for periods of one or two years. Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is exempt from University of Sydney indirect costs. For more information see: http://fmweb01.ucc.usyd.edu.au/research/search_research.html Use the New Search Engine, Show me: Research Grants In optional keywords type: Harry Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.hfg.org/rg/guidelines.htm Closing Date: 24th July 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 The National Breast Cancer Foundation of Australia (NBCF) - Collaborative Breast Cancer Research Grant Program 2009 Introduction: The National Breast Cancer Foundation of Australia (NBCF) Collaborative Breast Cancer Research Grant Program is designed to foster wide collaboration between groups of investigators and pooling of knowledge, expertise and resources to enable larger scale or accelerated research programs into the prevention, causes, treatment or management of breast cancer. Proposals are invited from collaborative groups or teams of interdisciplinary investigators to develop a significant larger-scale and/or cutting-edge national research program focused on ideas that will advance an area of breast cancer research over the next 5-10 years. Eligibility: The Administering Institution/Organisation and the Chief Investigator(s) will jointly make an application. Collaborating institutions must be clearly identified in the application. Amount Awarded: Funding will now be made available in two stages; ? Stage 1: up to $1 million dollars, per annum, for 3 years (Years 1-3). ? Stage 2: up to $1 million per annum for an additional two years (Years 4 and 5). Provision of Stage 2 funding will be dependent on satisfactory completion of Stage 1 research and the availability of funds. 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: NBCF Research Office Contact: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.nbcf.org.au/page.asp?category_id=3&subcategory_id=21&page_id=181 Closing Date: 24th July 2009 4 The Leukaemia Foundation - Research Grants in Aid Program 2009 Introduction: The Leukaemia Foundation invites expressions of interest for grants-in-aid for research projects to support basic, applied and translational research in Australia into the causes, treatment and care of people living with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and related blood disorders. Applicants are encouraged to develop innovative approaches to haematological problems, especially in the areas of basic or fundamental research. Eligibility: Persons working in a public hospital, university, or recognized research institute in Australia will be eligible to apply for research funding, fellowships and scholarships from the Foundation. Amount Awarded: Up to $100,000 per annum 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: Leukaemia Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.leukaemia.org.au/web/research/researchgrants_applications.php Closing Date: 24th July 2009 5 Australian Cystic Fibrosis Research Trust - Research Grants Introduction: Cystic Fibrosis Australia assists member organisations to achieve common objectives by developing national education programs and collecting and distributing information about Cystic Fibrosis (CF) at national and international levels. Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.cysticfibrosis.org.au/grants Closing Date: 12th June 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 6 The Leukaemia Foundation - Philip Desbrow Senior Research Fellowship Introduction: This is the most prestigious of the Leukaemia Foundation's personal awards and will provide sustained support for an outstanding young researcher preferably between 3 and 10 years postdoctorate who has established an international reputation for research in the field of leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and related blood cancers and disorders. This Fellowship is particularly targeted at outstanding young researchers currently based overseas and who wish to return to Australia to develop independent research programs, although outstanding candidates already based in Australia will be eligible. Researchers who are currently working within Australia will be expected to have spent less than two years in their current institution if they plan to apply for this Fellowship in the same location Eligibility: The successful candidate will have an established track record in research at the highest level and will be expected to establish an innovative new program of research in these blood cancers. Candidates must have been awarded their PhD no more than three years prior to the closing date for applications or else their PhD must be awarded by December of the year of application. Amount Awarded: $200,000/annum for five years. Indirect Cost Recovery: 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: Leukaemia Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.leukaemia.org.au/web/research/researchgrants_applications.php Closing Date: 24th July 2009 7 The Leukaemia Foundation - Postdoctoral Fellowship Introduction: The Leukaemia Foundation is the only national not-for-profit foundation dedicated to the care and cure of patients and families living with leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma, and related blood disorders. Through its National Research Program, the Foundation seeks to foster innovative research into the causes, diagnosis and treatment of these cancers, and the care of patients and families. The program includes grants for research projects, in addition to scholarships and fellowships to foster the careers of talented young scientists and doctors. Eligibility: Candidates must have been awarded their PhD no more than three years prior to the closing date for applications or else their PhD must be awarded by December of the year of application. Amount Awarded: $100,000 (75% salary + 25% consumables)/annum. 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: Leukaemia Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.leukaemia.org.au/web/research/researchgrants_applications.php Closing Date: 24th July 2009 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 8 2009 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards The Young Tall Poppy Science Awards recognises the achievements of outstanding young researchers in the sciences including physical, biomedical, applied sciences, engineering and technology. The Young Tall Poppy Science Awards Nominees should be no more than 35 years of age at the nomination closure date for their state, and have at least two (2), and up to ten (10) years of relevant post-doctoral experience. ? The awards in 2009 are open to residents of New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and South Australia working in all fields of science, including the biomedical, physical and applied sciences. ? Nominees should be either postgraduates who are close to completing, or have completed, a doctoral degree within the past 10 years or working in industry and demonstrating an equally high level of research achievement. Please refer to the website for more information: http://www.aips.net.au/203_2.html If anyone would like assistance with their application please contact Andrew Black in the Research Office: ablack@usyd.edu.au Nominations close for NSW: 31st July 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090605/e835fce1/attachment.html From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Jun 12 16:04:32 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Jun 12 16:04:36 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 12 June 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD12CB869@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Myer Foundation - Arts and Humanities Small Grants Program 2 The Myer Foundation- G4 Small Grants Program FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 3 Australian Academy of the Humanities: Travelling Fellowships The Swedish Exchange Programme Visiting Scholar Programmes Health Sciences NEWS 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 5 Review of NHMRC Research Fellowships Scheme RESEARCH GRANTS 6 Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia- Research Program FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 7 Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia (MSRA) - Senior Fellowship CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 8 Multiple Sclerosis International Federation- Du Pr? Grants- Nominations 9 Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia (MSRA) - Ian Ballard Travel Fellowship Award Sciences & Engineering FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 10 The Australian Academy of Science - Early Career and Career Awards Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 The Myer Foundation - Arts and Humanities Small Grants Program Introduction: The Sidney Myer Fund continues to fund the arts, and seeks to play a critical role in upholding the integrity of the arts community within Australia by supporting artistic initiatives that often fall outside other funding agendas. Current priority areas in the Arts and Humanities Small Grants Program are as follows ? To build capacity of the individual through ensuring that indigenous and non-indigenous artists gain access to professional training, development and mentoring. ? Develop new works by individual Australian artists and small and medium-sized organisations in the following priority areas: - Indigenous arts - Regional areas - Experimental and emerging art forms ? Projects that support the humanities, especially those that contribute to defining a distinct Australian identity Eligibility: Please refer to the website link below for more information. Amount Awarded: Grants are capped at $30,000 and are 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: Corey Worcester on 8627 8164 or email Email: c.worcester@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.myerfoundation.org.au/_104.asp Closing Date: 9th July 2009 2 The Myer Foundation- G4 Small Grants Program Introduction: The G4 Small Grants Program aims to be responsive to community needs and to support youth focussed and driven strategies across a range of areas. The G4 Small Grants Program will support youth focussed initiatives. The current priority areas for the G4 Small Grants Program include but are not limited to: ? Capacity building for youth organisations ? Environmental education targeting and involving young people aged 12-25 years ? Youth-driven events ? Activities and initiatives addressing the health and wellbeing needs of young people. Eligibility: If you are applying through a University, your application form should be signed off by a senior member of your relevant Research Office. Only one application can be considered per applicant. Exceptions are made when multiple applications are received from universities and other large organisations where they represent different faculties, departments or schools, and the proposals are unrelated. Amount Awarded: Grants are capped at $5,000. The requested amount may be part of a larger budget of up to $30,000. 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: Myer Research Office Contact: Corey Worcester on 8627 8164 or email Email: c.worcester@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.myerfoundation.org.au/_104.asp Closing Date: 22nd June 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 3 Australian Academy of the Humanities - Travelling Fellowships Fellowships of up to $4,000 each, they are intended to allow early-career humanities researchers to travel overseas for short periods (not less than two weeks) to access materials in connection with their research. This Programme also incorporates: ? The Ernst Keller Travelling Fellowships (for travel to European countries to conduct research in European topics or studies - early career researchers and researchers in German studies; however, researchers in other European topics are eligible for the Fellowship and are welcome to apply). ? The French Embassy in Australia Travelling Fellowships (for travel to France in order to gain access to resources held in French institutions), these are jointly funded by the French Embassy in Australia and the Academy. The Swedish Exchange Programme The Australian Academy of the Humanities has an exchange programme with the Swedish Royal Academy of Letters, History and Antiquities, which provides for an Australian scholar to visit that institution for a maximum of one month to do research in Sweden. The exchange provides for accommodation and a per diem for the scholar of up to 40, 000 SEK. Visiting Scholar Programmes These programmes are designed to assist in bringing scholars from Russia and the former USSR, and from Indonesia and South-East Asia, to Australia; their aim is to encourage and foster contact between scholars across the world, and they provide for Australian scholars to host scholars from the aforementioned parts of the worlds. It is envisaged that the visiting scholar will have conferences and/or speaking engagements during their stay in Australia. Funds are available for up to two scholars from each region. Two scholars from Russia and the former USSR countries are eligible for up to $3500 of financial assistance each, while scholars from Indonesia/South-East Asia are eligible for up to $2000. These funds may be used for any purpose that the Australian host considers vital to the visit, such as travel, conference fees, accommodation and per diems. 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: Julia Bouwens on 8627 8142 or email Email: jbouwens@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.humanities.org.au/ Closing Date: 24th July 2009 Health Sciences NEWS 4 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Applicants interested in applying for NIH Grants should subscribe to the NIH Funding Bulletin. To subscribe please click on the following link: http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/listserv.htm - and follow the instructions. If you are planning on submitting an application to an eligible funding scheme please contact Yamini Sandiran in the Research Office on 02 8627 8101 ysandiran@usyd.edu.au to assist you with the application process. 5 Review of NHMRC Research Fellowships Scheme The National Health and Medical Research Council released a consultation paper as part of its review of the Research Fellowships Scheme. It is calling for comment on a range of questions and issues, including the aims of the Research Fellowship Scheme; the alignment between aims and selection criteria, scoring and ranking processes and feedback to applicants; Position Classification Statements; the numbers of Fellows at different Fellowship levels; the appropriateness of the current four levels of Fellowship; the application process; re-application; gender imbalance in the scheme, and other details of the scheme. The NHMRC is in the process of developing a Strategic Plan covering the years 2010-2012, which will include a strategy for medical research and public health research and also identify the major health issues likely to arise and how the organisation intends to handle them. The consultation paper and submission form are available at: www.nhmrc.gov.au . If you are interested please contact Yamini Sandiran in the Research Office on 8627 8101 or email ysandiran@usyd.edu.au by 25th June 2009. RESEARCH GRANTS 6 Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia- Research Program Introduction: The PCFA recognizes that current strategies for diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer are inadequate. The PCFA is especially seeking applications in its priority areas for funding including projects seeking to discover the genetic and cellular factors which initiate and/or perpetuate prostate cancer and, develop and clinically validate new, non-invasive tests to detect prostate cancer, and/or to determine whether a patient's cancer is surgically curable. PCFA Grant Categories for 2009: 1. Young Investigator Grants: To support young scientists beginning a career in prostate cancer research. 2. Concept Grants: For senior scientists not currently working in prostate cancer who have an innovative proposals and are seeking startup funding. 3. Project Grants: For general proposals for prostate cancer research, including support for innovative clinical trials. 4. Equipment Grants: For significant items of equipment needed to progress ongoing prostate cancer research. 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: Prostate Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.prostate.org.au/pcfa-research-grants-program.php Closing Date: 3rd July 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 7 Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia (MSRA) - Senior Fellowship Introduction: The MSRA Senior Fellowship is a prestigious award available to established Researchers who are potential leaders in MS research. The goal is to provide the security and funding support for these individuals to lead a team in MS research. Candidates are expected to have an established and verifiable track record in MS at a national and international level. Eligibility: Please refer to the website below for more information. Amount Awarded: Up to $100,000 per annum. Indirect Cost Recovery: This is 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: MSRA Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.msra.org.au/research/funding-process.php#msrapostdoc Closing Date: 8th July 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 8 Multiple Sclerosis International Federation- Du Pr? Grants- Nominations Introduction: MSIF offers the Du Pr? Grants to young MS researchers to enable them to undertake short visits to other MS research centres, either to learn more from each other or to carry out parts of joint research projects. Eligibility: Individuals, preferably young researchers, who are directly involved in a special MS research project are eligible for nomination. Amount Awarded: Each grant is likely to be between UK?1,000 and UK?2,000, to a maximum grant of UK?5,000. 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: Conference & Travel In optional keywords type: Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.msif.org/en/research/msif_research_awards/du_pr_grants.html Closing Date: 16th June 2009 9 Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia (MSRA) - Ian Ballard Travel Fellowship Award Introduction: The goals of the MSRA Ian Ballard Travel Fellowship are to give young scientist the opportunity to: ? Meet and deliberate with research leaders in their research speciality ? Learn new techniques that can be brought back to Australia ? Establish relationships with key scientists There must be a direct correlation between the applicants research plan and the research sites chosen to visit and any conference attended. Eligibility: Must be Australian citizens or residents. Amount Awarded: Up to $30,000. Indirect Cost Recovery: This is 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: MSRA Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.msra.org.au/research/funding-process.php#msrapostdoc Closing Date: 8th July 2009 Sciences & Engineering FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 10 The Australian Academy of Science - Early Career and Career Awards Introduction: Each year the Australian Academy of Science rewards scientific excellence. Honorific awards are made to early-career researchers under 40 and to career researchers for life-long achievements: Early-Career Awards ? Anton Hales Medal (Earth sciences) * ? Dorothy Hill Award (Earth sciences, reef sciences, marine geology and taxonomy) * ? Fenner Medal (biology - excluding biomedical sciences) * ? Gottschalk Medal (medical sciences) * ? Le F?vre Memorial Prize (chemistry) * ? Moran Medal (statistical science) * ? Pawsey Medal (physics) * ? Ruth Stephens Gani Medal (human genetics including clinical, molecular, population and epidemiological genetics and cytogenetics) * Career Awards ? David Craig Medal (chemistry) * ? Haddon Forrester King Medal, sponsored by Rio Tinto (mineral exploration) * ? Hannan Medal (mathematical sciences) * ? Ian Wark Medal and Lecture (applied science) ? Jaeger Medal (Australian Earth sciences) * ? Mawson Medal and Lecture (Earth sciences) If anyone would like assistance with their application please contact Andrew Black in the Research Office: ablack@usyd.edu.au 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: Science Internet Link: http://www.science.org.au/awards/ Closing Date: 31st July 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090612/dc1ec5c5/attachment.html From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Jun 19 15:47:24 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Jun 19 15:47:34 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 19 June 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD12CC574@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news MEDIA RELEASE - 19 June 2009 Go8 offers support to the University of L'Aquila In the aftermath of the April 2009 earthquake in L'Aquila which claimed nearly 300 lives and left thousands injured, the university has virtually shut down. Fifty five of those who died were from the university's 23,000-strong student body. The Group of Eight today announced it will offer up to eight scholarships of $5000 each to early career researchers in the Italian city of L'Aquila to help them continue their research in Australia while the University of L'Aquila is rebuilt. The Go8 will offer eight to early career researchers to travel to Australia and spend time conducting research at Go8 member universities. Eligible researchers are those currently enrolled in a research degree at the University of L'Aquila or full-time staff of the university. Preference will be given to PhD students and early career researchers. Further information including the application form is available at: http://www.scientificambitalia.org.au/aria/aria_act/AQUILA.htm Go8 website: www.go8.edu.au Humanities & Social Science NEWS 1 UNESCO - International Literacy Prizes: Call for Nominations 2 UNESCO - Call for nominations for the Avicenna Prize for Ethics in Science 2009 3 UNESCO - Call for Candidates for the Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence 2009 4 The University of Vechta - The H?ffmann Academic Award for Intercultural Competence CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 The Australian Academy of Humanities - Humanities Travelling Fellowships Health Sciences NEWS 6 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 7 American Academy of Implant Dentistry: Research Foundation - Research Grants 8 Kidney Health Australia - Seeding Grants 9 Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) - One Year Pilot Research Projects to be funded in 2010 10 Glaucoma Research Foundation - The Shaffer Fund for Innovative Glaucoma Research 11 The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR) - Pilot Grants CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 12 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Australia - Travel Awards Sciences & Engineering NEWS 13 2009 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards RESEARCH GRANTS 14 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Research in the Design, Usage and Evaluation of Massively Multiplayer Online Games and Immersive Synthetic Environments for NASA STEM Education and Training 15 Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC) - R&D Projects Expressions of Interest FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 16 The Matsumae International Foundation - 2010 Fellowships 17 Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) - 2009 Australian Agricultural Industries Young Innovators and Scientists Awards Humanities & Social Science NEWS 1 UNESCO - International Literacy Prizes: Call for Nominations UNESCO invites Governments and International Non-Governmental Organizations maintaining formal consultative relations with the Organization to solicit and submit applications by programmes that promote literacy as a means for nurturing inclusive societies. In 2009, UNESCO will award the following International Literacy Prizes: ? The UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize; and ? The UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy. The King Sejong Prize gives special consideration to the development and use of mother tongues in developing countries, while the Confucius Prize aims at rewarding outstanding activities in the field of literacy for rural adults and out-of-school young people, particularly women and girls. For more information visit: http://unesdoc.unesco.org/images/0018/001823/182376e.pdf Nominations are open until 30 June 2009. 2 UNESCO - Call for Nominations for the Avicenna Prize for Ethics in Science 2009 The Sector for Social and Human Sciences calls for nominations for the Avicenna Prize 2009. The prize (US$10,000) includes a gold medal of Avicenna along with a certificate and a week-long scientific visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran, seeks to promote ethical reflection on issues raised by the rapid advancements in science and technology. Awarded every two years, it was established in 2003 by the Executive Board of UNESCO at its 166th session on the initiative of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Candidates shall have contributed to high-quality research in the field of ethics of science and technology. Prizes may be conferred upon individuals, institutions, other entities or non-governmental organizations. For more information visit: http://portal.unesco.org/shs/en/ev.php-URL_ID=12800&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html The deadline for submission of proposals is 15 July 2009. 3 UNESCO - Call for Candidates for the Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence 2009 The Sector for Social and Human Sciences of UNESCO calls for nominations for the UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence 2009. This biennial Prize, established through the generous donation of the UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Madanjeet Singh, Indian artist, writer and diplomat, honors his lifelong commitment to the cause of peace and tolerance. The Prize rewards significant activities in the scientific, artistic, cultural or communication fields aimed at the promotion of a spirit of tolerance and non-violence. For more information visit: http://portal.unesco.org/shs/en/ev.php-URL_ID=12779&URL_DO=DO_TOPIC&URL_SECTION=201.html The deadline for submission of proposals is 15 July 2009. 4 The University of Vechta - The H?ffmann Academic Award for Intercultural Competence The H?ffmann Academic Award is part of a long-term program that is determined to support intercultural competence, which is the key to a peaceful and constructive co-operation of people from different ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Issues concerning intercultural aspects are an integrative part of academic research in many ways for numerous disciplines. The H?ffmann Academic Award intends to support the endeavors of academics by distinguishing prominent, groundbreaking work done in the fields of intercultural competence. Such work can either concentrate on a single perspective related to the field in just one discipline or be interdisciplinary in nature. Nominations should be made by either universities or research institutions. Self-nomination is not permitted. If you are interested in submitting a nomination please contact Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Nominations due by 31 July 2009 (external) CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 5 The Australian Academy of Humanities - Humanities Travelling Fellowships Introduction: The Australian Academy of the Humanities is offering up to ten Fellowships to improve the capacity of Australian scholars to conduct research in all parts of the world. Permanent resident scholars in Australia and working in the field of the Humanities (The Arts, Asian Studies, Cultural & Communication Studies, Classics, Literature, European Languages & Cultures, History, Linguistics, Philosophy & Religion, and Prehistory & Archaeology are welcome to apply. The Embassy of France in Australia Humanities Travelling Fellowships The Australian Academy of the Humanities and the Embassy of France in Australia are intending to offer four fellowships for scholars who need to travel to France in 2009 to undertake research. This grant will be designed to be available to scholars resident in Australia and working in the field of the Humanities who require access to resources held in France. Preference will be given to early career researchers; however, other researchers will be eligible for the Fellowship and will be welcome to apply. The Ernst Keller European Travelling Fellowships This grant is available to scholars resident in Australia and working in the field of the Humanities who require access to resources held in Europe and are researching European topics or studies. Preference will be given to early career researchers and researchers in German studies; however, researchers in other European topics are eligible for the Fellowship and are welcome to apply. Amount Awarded: Travelling Fellowships of up to $4,000 for short-term - not less than two weeks - research abroad in the coming 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: Conference & Travel In optional keywords type: Humanities Research Office Contact: Corey Worcester on 8627 8164 or email Email: c.worcester@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.humanities.org.au/Grants/HTF/HTF.htm Closing Date: 17th July 2009 Health Sciences NEWS 6 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 7 American Academy of Implant Dentistry: Research Foundation - Research Grants Introduction: The American Academy of Implant Dentistry Research Foundation (AAIDRF) Small Grants Program is intended to provide limited support for meritorious dental implant research projects which include, but are not limited to, the following purposes: ? To conduct research which determines the feasibility of a larger research project. This may be described as the conduct of pilot studies of venture research. ? To develop and test new techniques and procedures. ? To carry out a small clinical or animal research project. ? To analyse existing data. Eligibility: Investigators from any scientific discipline and at any stage of their career may apply for a Small Grant. Amount Awarded: Applicants may request up to US$10,000 (total costs) for the entire budget to fund the project for up to a two-year grant period. 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: Dentistry Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 8627 8104 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.aaid.com/grant.html Closing Date: 17th July 2009 8 Kidney Health Australia - Seeding Grants Introduction: Kidney Health Australia provides funding for seeding grant for up to an optional maximum of two years for research into the causes, prevention and treatment of disorders of the kidneys and urinary tract. The application should be for a genuinely new research idea. It is not appropriate to provide seeding grants to existing projects, which have already received support from Kidney Health Australia or other granting bodies, or as part funding of a longer ongoing project. Eligibility: The grants will be for biomedical research work to be carried out by Australians in Australia. Amount Awarded: $15,000 per year (or more depending on MSAC consideration) 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: Kidney Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 8627 8104 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.kidney.org.au/HealthProfessionals/MedicalResearchFundingProgram/tabid/633/Default.aspx Closing Date: 24th June 2009 9 Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) - One Year Pilot Research Projects to be funded in 2010 Introduction: Applications for one-year research "Pilot" projects investigating the Mental Health of Young Australians (birth to 17 yrs). The Objectives of the Mental Health Fund is to provide financial support for research projects conducted in Australia, which have the potential to enhance the health of the community; to stimulate research activities within Australia by facilitating communication between participants in specified fields and to support fields of research. Eligibility: Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have Permanent Resident Status. Amount Awarded: Each application must not exceed $35,000. 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: Mental Research Office Contact: Angie Williams on 8627 8168 or email Email: angie.williams@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.australianrotaryhealth.org.au/getdoc/b95f7ec6-5e80-46da-b95f-488e746c8a0f/Doc.aspx Closing Date: 31st July 2009 10 Glaucoma Research Foundation - The Shaffer Fund for Innovative Glaucoma Research Introduction: The Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) supports new, novel and high impact clinical, epidemiological and laboratory research. Successful projects target one or more of GRF's Strategic Research Goals, with an emphasis on collaborative pilot projects across disciplines. The GRF's Strategic Research Goals: ? Protect and restore the optic nerve. ? Accurately detect glaucoma and monitor its progression. ? Find the genes that cause glaucoma. ? Understand intraocular pressure and develop better treatments. ? Determine the risk factors for glaucoma damage using systematic outcomes data. Eligibility: Investigators must possess a graduate or post-doctoral degree to apply for support. We encourage interdisciplinary teams and collaborations that may lead to new glaucoma treatments. Amount Awarded: Shaffer Grants are typically awarded in the range of US$15,000 to $40,000 and are awarded for 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: Glaucoma Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.glaucoma.org/research/applying_for_a.php Closing Date: 20th July 2009 11 The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR) - Pilot Grants Introduction: The ALR funds research that will accelerate the development of new treatments of lupus. As such, grant proposals should be innovative in direction and utilize state-of-the-art techniques. Fundamental studies in genetics, immunology, cell biology and molecular biology to identify and characterize molecular systems must be oriented towards the development of drugs that would prevent and/or ameliorate clinical signs and symptoms of lupus. Eligibility: Individuals with doctoral degrees (MD, PhD or equivalent) are eligible to apply. Scientific independence, as evidenced by direction of a research program or a publication record or other experience that establishes scientific leadership, is necessary to apply. Amount Awarded: Up to US$250,000 for one year of support. Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney indirect costs of up to 8%. 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: Lupus Research Office Contact: Jane Zhang on 8627 8103 or email Email: janez@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.lupusresearch.org/research/Pilot.html Closing Date: 16th July 2009 CONFERENCE & TRAVEL 12 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Australia - Travel Awards Introduction: The Macquarie Group Foundation Diabetes Research Innovation Partnership aims to advance the level and impact of type 1 diabetes research in Australia. Young Scientist JDRF invites applications from young researchers for grants of up to $2,500 to allow travel to research institutions or scientific meetings, for the purpose of furthering the researcher's expertise in the study of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes. Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in Australia. Allied Health and Nursing The Allied Health and Nursing Travel Grants are funded by the Macquarie Group Foundation as part of this partnership. JDRF invites applications from young allied health professionals for grants of up to $2,000 to allow travel for the purpose of presenting their research relevant to type 1 (juvenile) diabetes. Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in 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: Conference & Travel In optional keywords type: Juvenile Research Office Contact: Angie Williams on 8627 8168 or email Email: angie.williams@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://jdrf.org.au/research/travelgrant.html Closing Date: 31st July 2009 Sciences & Engineering NEWS 13 2009 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards The Young Tall Poppy Science Awards recognises the achievements of outstanding young researchers in the sciences including physical, biomedical, applied sciences, engineering and technology. The Young Tall Poppy Science Awards Nominees should be no more than 35 years of age at the nomination closure date for their state, and have at least two (2), and up to ten (10) years of relevant post-doctoral experience. ? The awards in 2009 are open to residents of New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and South Australia working in all fields of science, including the biomedical, physical and applied sciences. ? Nominees should be either postgraduates who are close to completing, or have completed, a doctoral degree within the past 10 years or working in industry and demonstrating an equally high level of research achievement. Please refer to the website for more information: http://www.aips.net.au/203_2.html If anyone would like assistance with their application please contact Andrew Black in the Research Office: ablack@usyd.edu.au Nominations close for NSW: 31st July 2009 RESEARCH GRANTS 14 National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) - Research in the Design, Usage and Evaluation of Massively Multiplayer Online Games and Immersive Synthetic Environments for NASA STEM Education and Training Introduction: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Goddard Space Flight Center's Learning Technologies Project Office (LTPO) has released a Cooperative Agreement Notice (CAN) to conduct research and evaluation on the design and usage of Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOG) and Persistent Immersive Synthetic Environments (Virtual Worlds) for NASA Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education and Training. Proposals should provide evidence-supported approaches, techniques, and tools that are grounded in education research that contribute to collaborative research for improving STEM education via gaming and simulations; and stimulate linkages and connections to and from secondary education and higher education and informal education communities using NASA content within a gaming context. Eligibility: To ensure diverse views and approaches to the research are incorporated, partnerships which include the participation of underserved, underrepresented minority populations in STEM and minority higher education institutions are required. Amount Awarded: up to US$350,000 annually. Indirect Cost Recovery: This scheme is subject to University of Sydney indirect cost 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: NASA Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument/cmdocumentid=194691/MMO%20Research%20Solicitation-final.pdf Closing Date: 27th July 2009 15 Sugar Research and Development Corporation (SRDC) - R&D Projects Expressions of Interest Introduction: Research proposals should target one or more of the following: ? Mitigating risks of climate change, and facilitating adaptation to climate change and variability. ? Delivering opportunities for the sugarcane industry in energy, biomass utilisation and product diversification. ? Reducing production costs and/or improving the utilisation of capital and other resources for cane farming, harvesting and milling. ? Increasing uptake of improved technologies and improving decision-making by industry enterprises. ? Developing improved sugarcane varieties ? Reducing risks of exotic biosecurity threats, and improving management of endemic pests and weeds, including risks enhanced by climate change 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: SRDC Research Office Contact: Ziyad Hosenbux on 8627 8126 or email Email: z.hosenbux@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.srdc.gov.au/pages.aspx?id=37 Closing Date: online submission 14th August 2009 FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 16 The Matsumae International Foundation - 2010 Fellowships Introduction: The Fund of the Matsumae International Foundation is based on donations from many Japanese people who have responded with goodwill to Dr. Shigeyoshi Matsumae's call. The fellowship is focused on furthering such fields of study as natural science, engineering and medicine. Applicants are free to select host institutions in which to carry out their research. Eligibility: Applicants must hold a PhD, or possessing equivalent qualifications by the Matsumae Foundation. 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: Fellowships & Awards In optional keywords type: Matsumae Research Office Contact: Kate Taylor on 8627 8137 or email Email: kate.taylor@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~mif/ Closing Date: 17th August 2009 17 Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) - 2009 Australian Agricultural Industries Young Innovators and Scientists Awards Introduction: The Australian Agricultural Industries Young Innovators and Scientists Awards and the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Award support young people to undertake a project on an innovative or emerging scientific issue that will contribute to the ongoing success and sustainability of Australia's agricultural, fisheries, forestry industries. The Awards aim to encourage the uptake of science, innovation and technology in rural industries and help to advance the careers of young scientists through national recognition of their research ideas. Eligibility: Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive) on Monday 3 July 2009; and be Australian citizens or permanent residents (proof may be required. Amount Awarded: Winners will receive up to $20,000 each to explore an emerging scientific issue or innovative activity over a 12 month period. One winner will also be recommended to receive the Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Award, valued at an additional $30,000, to advance their research outcomes and career. 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: DAFF Research Office Contact: Andrew Black on 8627 8108 or email Email: ablack@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.daff.gov.au/brs/science-awards Closing Date: 3rd July (External) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://mailman.ucc.usyd.edu.au/pipermail/usyd-research-announce/attachments/20090619/b805426b/attachment.html From research at usyd.edu.au Fri Jun 26 16:49:56 2009 From: research at usyd.edu.au (Research Grants) Date: Fri Jun 26 16:50:00 2009 Subject: [Usyd-research-announce] Research Office Bulletin 26 June 2009 Message-ID: <674474E90F6C4544B0117EFA6B878DD13B7F31@EXPRSV04.mcs.usyd.edu.au> General news NOTE TO ARC DISCOVERY APPLICANTS COMPLETING REJOINDERS: GAMS will be unavailable from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm (AEST) this Saturday, 27 June 2009 due to scheduled maintenance. A small number of additional assessments have been released in GAMS since Tuesday 23 June. The last release was today, Friday 26 June. There will be no further releases. Australian National Data Service (ANDS) launches online services The Australian National Data Service (ANDS) is launching a number of online services to support data intensive research. The Register My Data services allow you to register descriptions of your research data. These descriptions are then published in a number of discovery environments. The first of these is the Research Data Australia gateway (to be launched by ANDS in July) which aspires to include any Australian publicly funded data relevant to research and enable innovative cross-disciplinary re-use. Data descriptions registered with ANDS are also fed into other data discovery portals in Australia and internationally, including the big search engines such as Google. ? Register My Data - http://ands.org.au/services/register-my-data.html ? Identify My Data - http://ands.org.au/services/identify-my-data.html For more information contact Jim Richardson on 9351 2232 or email jimr@usyd.edu.au University of Sydney - 2010 International Program Development Fund (IPDF) The International Program Development Fund (IPDF) provides funding to support initiatives in internationalisation. Applicants are encouraged to submit funding applications for innovative and sustainable programs built around collaborative research and/or learning and teaching initiatives linking the University with the world's leading academic institutions. International linkages with the University's three major international network partners - Academic Consortium 21 (AC21), the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) and the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) [see Appendix I] are encouraged. Multilateral projects that partner with more than one institution are particularly encouraged, as are applications that incorporate a research mobility component for early career researchers and postgraduate students. For more information visit: http://www.usyd.edu.au/international/ipdf.shtml IPDF Briefing Session Further information on the IPDF will be provided at a briefing session to be held at 2.30 - 4.00 pm on Tuesday 30 June in Lecture Theatre 351, Education Building. Those interested in attending this briefing should RSVP asap to Di Hudson on 8627 8312 or email d.hudson@io.usyd.edu.au Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Law and Justice Foundation - Small Grants and General grants Health Sciences NEWS 2 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding RESEARCH GRANTS 3 The National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre (NSPAC) - Productive Ageing Research Grants for 2009. 4 Arthritis Australia - Grants in Aid & Project Grants 2010 Sciences & Engineering FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 2009 B-HERT Awards Humanities & Social Sciences RESEARCH GRANTS 1 Law and Justice Foundation - Small Grants and General grants Introduction: The Law and Justice Foundation's grants program supports projects that meet the Foundation's object of improving access to justice, particularly for socially and economically disadvantaged people by: ? conducting and sponsoring research (including inter-disciplinary research) into the law, the justice system, alternative dispute resolution and the legal profession, ? collect, assess and disseminate information about the justice system, ? conduct and sponsor projects aimed at facilitating access to justice and access to information about the justice system, ? promote education about the justice system. Please note: You must discuss your project proposal with the Law and Justice Grants Manager in the early stages of project planning, before preparing an application. Eligibility: The Law and Justice Foundation will not fund individual research or study to obtain a degree or diploma. The Foundation receives its income from the NSW Public Purpose Fund and is obliged to ensure its grants benefit the people of NSW and will not fund projects that primarily benefit residents of other states or countries. Amount Awarded: Small Grants - under $5,000. General grants - over $5,000 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: Justice Research Office Contact: Sherridan Blackman on 8627 8141 Email: sblackman@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://www.lawfoundation.net.au/grants Closing Date: 24th August 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 The National Seniors Productive Ageing Centre (NSPAC) - Productive Ageing Research Grants for 2009. Introduction: Funding is available to a broad range of researchers to undertake consumer oriented research into productive ageing. NSPAC invites funding applications for innovative projects that have clear outcomes and benefits for seniors and the general public. Our priorities for grant funding in 2009 are: ? Preventive health and productive ageing; ? Planning and infrastructure to support productive ageing and/or the social inclusion of older adults; and ? Understanding and enhancing the ageing experiences of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) older adults. Eligibility: Research grants are available to both experienced and early career researchers to build on the current body of knowledge and/or to investigate new research ideas. It is not intended the grant will be used to 'top up' other research funding or support students who should be funded from academic sources. Amount Awarded: up to $50,000. 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: NSPCA Research Office Contact: Christine Anderson on 8627 8104 or email Email: canderson@usyd.edu.au Internet Link: www.productiveageing.com.au Closing Date: 3rd July 2009 4 Arthritis Australia - Grants in Aid & Project Grants 2010 Introduction: Grants are typically for short-term projects with well defined aims that can be achieved within a 12 month period. In some cases these grants in aid address particular questions and may complement larger established programs of research. Selection is by review process. It is expected that an explicit, justified budget will be provided as part of your application. Eligibility: Clinical, scientific and allied health professionals who are Australian citizens or permanent residents. Scholarships, fellowships and grants may only be held in universities, hospitals or recognised research institutes. Amount Awarded: The amount allocated is generally in the range of $10,000 - $15,000 per grant for new investigator grants. A maximum of four project grants valued up to $50,000 will be available 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: Arthritis Research Office Contact: Gabrielle Fuller on 8627 8113 or email Email: gab@reschols.usyd.edu.au Internet Link: http://arthritisaustralia.com.au Closing Date: 3rd July 2009 Sciences & Engineering FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS 5 2009 B-HERT Awards - Outstanding Achievement in Research & Development, Higher Education & Training, Vocational Education & Training and Community Engagement These Awards recognise outstanding achievements in collaboration between business and tertiary education. The objective is to highlight at a national level the benefits of such collaboration, and by so doing to enhance the links between business and tertiary education. Criteria for assessment will include innovation, strength of relationship between the partners, national benefits, whether the project or program has attracted new participants, and cultural impact. Number and categories of Awards: ? Best Research & Development Collaboration ? Best Higher Education & Training Collaboration ? Best Vocational Education & Training Collaboration ? Best Collaboration with a Regional Focus - R&D or E&T ? Best Community Engagement Collaboration In addition : ? Award for Best Entrepreneurial Educator of the Year * Award for Outstanding Philanthropic Support of Higher Education Please refer to the website for more information: www.bhert.com If anyone would like assistance with their application please contact Andrew Black in the Research Office: ablack@usyd.edu.au Closing date: 2nd Sept 2009 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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