Zoos Victoria's Research Program achieves its mission through three core activities: Animal Care and Management, Community Engagement, Field Conservation. Through research Zoo's Victoria aims to, among other things, maximise the delivery of conservation outcomes, continue to improve animal care and husbandry as well as inspire visitors to become active in conservation through delivering meaningful and enagaging wildlife experiences. The following six key themes of research have been identified to guide our research activities; Animal Health, Reproductive Science, Wildlife reintroduction & recovery, Biodiversity evaluation & ecological processes, Animal husbandry and wellbeing, Visitor experiences.
Prior to submitting a research proposal, please consult with the Director, Wildlife Conservation and Science via email on ggillespie@zoo.org.au; or phone on 03 92859422.
Deadlines for Research Project Submissions: In order for the Victoria Zoo's Animal Ethics Commitee to have adequate time to consider individual research proposals, please ensure all application forms and supporting documents are submitted by the meeting deadlines to ensure a timely consideration process. AEC Meeting schedules are adversited on the Zoo's web site and are held regularly throughout the year.
Eighteen-month Postdoctoral Scholar awards are offered annually to recipients of new or recent doctorates in the fields of chemistry, engineering, geology, geophysics, mathematics, meteorology, physics, and biology as well as oceanography. In order to be eligible for one of these awards, applicants must have received their doctoral degree within the past 2-3 years. Recipients of the 2009-2010 awards will receive a stipend of $55,000 per year for an 18 month appointment, plus a relocation allowance. In addition, limited support is available for travel expenses, equipment, supplies and special services.
Applications will be accepted from new or recent doctoral recipients with research interests associated with the following; Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering; Biology; Geology & Geophysics; Marine Chemistry & Geochemistry; Physical Oceanography.
Prior to submitting an application, it is encouraged that you to contact one or more of the WHOI Scientific Staff Members in your choosen area of research. Applications can be completed using the online application submission link on the WHOI website.
The sponsor provides support for basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury. Research projects may address all aspects of spinal cord lesions, nerve regeneration, trophic support of lesioned neurons, and functional changes induced by lesions preferentially in mammals.
Maximum sum per grant is 15000 Euro per year for an established investigator applicant, 42000 Euro per year for a postdoctoral applicant, 27000 Euro per year for a PhD applicant and 20000 Euro per year for a technician applicant.
2009-2010 Individual Research Grant Application Guidelines
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/12/2009
21/11/2009 Past Deadline
Wings for Life Spinal Cord Research Foundation
Project Grants 2009-2010
21/09/2009
Project Grants 2009-2010
The sponsor provides support for basic and clinical research related to spinal cord injury. Research projects may address all aspects of spinal cord lesions, nerve regeneration, trophic support of lesioned neurons, and functional changes induced by lesions preferentially in mammals.
The maximum sum per grant is 70.000 Euro per year (50.000 Euro for Postdoctoral applicants) all inclusive. Indirect costs (overhead costs) are limited to 10% of direct costs (equipment, products, animals and animal care, fringe costs, etc.). Grants can be allowed for a project period of up to two years.
2009-2010 Project Research Grant Application Guidelines
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Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/12/2009
21/11/2009 Past Deadline
Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
Conference and Workshop Grants 2009
14/09/2009
Conference and Workshop Grants 2009
Available to international scholars to develop anthropological knowledge and debates.
Grants are made for up to US $15,000.
Application deadlines for Conference and Workshop Grants are June 1 and December 1. The June 1 deadline is for conferences and workshops to be held no earlier than January of the following year. The December 1 deadline is for conferences and workshops to be held no earlier than July of the following year.Decisions will be announced within 4-6 months of the deadline.
Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
Historical Archives Program
24/10/2008
Historical Archives Program
This program helps preserve the history of anthropology by assisting senior scholars with archiving their personal research collections. Grants of $15,000 are awarded.
There are two purpsoes of this Scheme; 1) To assist senior scholars (or their heirs) holding unpublished research materials and personal papers of significant value for the study of the history of Anthropology, with the expenses of preparing and transferring them for archival deposit; and 2) To aid oral-history interviews with senior anthropologists.
All individuals seeking to apply for funding under the Historical Archive Program must first submit a Preliminary Inquiry to determine their eligibility. There is no fixed deadline for the Historical Archives Program. Inquiries and applications will be reviewed as they are received; however, please allow one to two months from submission of a formal application for a decision to be made.
Wenner-Gren Foundation for Anthropological Research
Viking Fund Medal
24/10/2008
Viking Fund Medal
The Wenner-Gren Foundation awards the Viking Fund Medal to anthropologists of the highest distinction. First awarded in 1946, the Viking Fund Medal continued to be given to exceptional anthropologists until 1972. In 2003 the Viking Fund Medal was reinstated and continues to be awarded on a periodic basis to anthropologists who have provided outstanding intellectual leadership and exceptional service to the discipline in line with the Foundation's dual mission to: Advance significant and innovative anthropological research about humanity's cultural and biological origins, development, and variation Foster the creation of an international community of research scholars in anthropology.
Periodic calls for nominations are widely advertised through the Foundation's website, e-mail notification and other appropriate anthropological outlets. The medal is accompanied by a cash prize intended to be used to fund the recipient's scholarly activities.
The Volkswagen Foundation focuses its funding activities on selected funding initiatives. By means of these initiatives, currently 19 in all, it endeavors to provide effective stimuli for research and to establish forward-looking topics. The funding initiatives are grouped into four areas: Support of Persons and New Structures; International Focus; Thematic Impetus; and Social and Cultural Challenges.
Under the heading of "ff the Beaten Track" in special instances also those projects have a chance that cannot be classified among the existing initiatives, but which to an exceptional degree investigate forward-looking issues. Additionally there are two special funding offers at the moment, called European Platform for Life Sciences, Mind Sciences, and the Humanities and Science, the Public, and Society.
Finally the heading 'Niedersächsisches Vorab' relates to those parts of the funds that according to the Foundation's statutes is earmarked to support research in Lower Saxony.
The Victorian Women's Trust's granting program supports women in powerful and direct ways and is central to improving the status of women in Victoria. Funded projects focus on activities that address discrimination and disadvantage faced by women living in Victoria. Applications for the 2008 Grants Program clsoed in December 2007. The main areas of concern include: the continued threat of violence and harassment experienced by women, the difficulties women face in the workplace, the systematic devaluing of women'sunpaid work, the under-representation of women in decision making processes, the number of women marginalised by poverty.
For any queries about the VWBT's funding round please email; women@vwt.org.au
Victorian Endowment for Science, Knowledge and Innovation (VESKI)
VESKI Awards - EOI
02/06/2009
VESKI Awards - EOI
VESKI offers awards in addition to its fellowships where individuals, groups or organisations can request financial assistance for activities in science, design and innovative technologies. Applicants must demonstrate how their proposal contributes to VESKI's objective to enhance Victoria's intellectual capital through; Bringing Outstanding Individuals to Victoria; Community Awareness Campaigns; Fostering a Culture of Innovators; and Establishing and Managing a Support Infrastructure.
In the area of design, VESKI Awards support Australian talent to showcase their design excellence on a global stage. Awards are made to outstanding Victorian designers to take part in international exhibitions and fairs. Upon their return to Victoria, the designers share their experiences with the local community through workshops, symposiums, exhibitions and lectures. It is another way of reinforcing the message that Victoria has something special to offer the rest of the world. VESKI Awards are between $5,000 and $30,000.
Expressions of interest for the VESKI awards program are welcomed.
Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) and the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM)
Victoria-California Stem Cell Alliance Program
27/11/2009
Victoria-California Stem Cell Alliance Program
The Victoria-California Stem Cell Alliance Program will be jointly administered by the Victorian Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) and the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM). CIRM will fund the Californian aspects of joint projects and the Department of Innovation, Industry and Regional Development (DIIRD) will fund the Victorian aspects of joint projects.
Small grants are grants of up to $5,000 (exc GST) that are usually meeting an immediate need or scoping a larger project. In most cases they are awarded at the discretion of the Executive Director of the Foundation. Small grants are awarded for projects that meet the statutory objects and comply with the guiding principles of the Foundation that in the opinion of the Executive Director are meritorious and appropriate.
VLF recommend that you speak to their Grants Manager (tel 9604 8188) before applying to assist you with submitting the best application possible.
Lung Cancer Research Program - Lung Cancer Biospecimen Resource Network Award 2009/2010
21/09/2009
Lung Cancer Research Program - Lung Cancer Biospecimen Resource Network Award 2009/2010
Funding Opportunity Number: W81XWH-09-LCRP-LCBRNA
The LCRP Lung Cancer Biospecimen Resource Network (LCBRN) Award is intended to provide infrastructure support for the development of a lung cancer biospecimen resource that will facilitate the collection, processing, annotation, storage, and distribution of high-quality human lung cancer biospecimens through a collaborative network across multiple institutions.
Pre-applications are required and must be received by December 23, 2009. Full proposals are due January 6, 2010.
Application Instructions & General Information
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Funding Category:
2
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 23/12/2009
22/01/2010 7 weeks 3 days
University of Texas at Austin
Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center - Fellowships - 2010-2011
13/11/2009
Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center - Fellowships - 2010-2011
About 50 fellowships are awarded annually by the Ransom Center to support scholarly research projects in all areas of the humanities. Priority is given to proposals that concentrate on the center's collections.
The fellowships range from one month to two to four months, with stipends of $3,000 per month. Also available are $1,200 to $1,700 travel stipends and dissertation fellowships with a $1,500 stipend.
The University of Queensland invites applications for a limited number of Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in 2008, to be awarded to persons wishing to conduct full-time research at the University in any of its disciplines.
Application are invited for the Grimwade Prize in Industrail Chemistry from Undergraduates or Graduates of the University of Melbourne, or from graduates of other tertiary institutions. Applicants must have spent a peroid not fewer then two semesters in study or research in a laboratory of the University of Melbourne at some stage of their career. A candidate for the prize should submit 3 copies of an original thesis or paper, within the past five years, in connection with some branch of industrial chemistry. The subject of the investigation must be approved by the Uni of Melbourne Faculty of Science.
Eligible candidates consist of undergraduates, graduates of the University of Melbourne and graduates from other tertiary institution whose degrees are recognised by the Faculty of Science. Candidates must have spent no fewer than two semesters in study or research in a laboratory or laboratories of the University of Melbourne, at some stage of their career.
For more infomration please contact the University of Melbourne Science Faculty Office, Kevin Kirk, Telephone No. 8344 7647
Starting in October 2006, the Grant program is launching a new Solicited Grant Initiative with the following elements: Funding for conflict prevention, conflict management, and post-conflict peacebuilding in Colombia, Iraq, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sudan. Preference will be given to applications submitted by non-profit organizations based in those countries or to groups that partner with them. Funding for projects relating to Iran.
Priority will be given to initiatives focusing on Iranian relations with the West and with its neighbors in the region, and on Iran's role in regional and international affairs.
The amount of all awards will be based on the proposed budget and work plan, and on negotiations with successful applicants.
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
UNESCO Fellowships - Various
24/10/2008
UNESCO Fellowships - Various
The UNESCO Fellowships Programme, through the award and administration of fellowships, study and travel grants, aims to: Contribute to the enhancement of human resources and national capacity-building in areas that are closely aligned to UNESCO's expected strategic objectives and programme priorities; and, Increase fellowships co-sponsorship arrangements with interested donors and extrabudgetary funding sources through the Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme. In compliance with Resolution 13.6 adopted by the General Conference at its 28th session requesting UNESCO to regard the National Commission as the official channel in Member States for the submission of fellowship applications. Only applications submitted and endorsed by the National Commission of the candidate's country will be examined. The UNESCO Secretariat cannot entertain requests from individuals.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year.
The Ray and Joyce Uebergang Foundation supports research that will advance Victoria in any one or more public scientific, public educational or other public charitable purpose in particular if the focus is on the Warrnambool area. Priorities include the housing and maintenance of historical records, preservation of flora and fauna, the environment and heritage matters, particularly in the Western District of Victoria.
The granting body has four funding rounds available each year.
The sponsor seeks to improve the health of children through research that offers substantial promise for meaningful advances in the prevention and treatment of children's diseases.
The Fund's median award is $230,000, with the majority between $150,000-$300,000. The Fund will participate in the payment of indirect costs up to an amount of seven percent of the yearly Grant budget excluding equipment allocations.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 31/12/9999
21/03/2010 15 weeks 5 days
The Royal Society of Victoria
The Royal Society of Victoria Research Medals - 2010
06/11/2009
The Royal Society of Victoria Research Medals - 2010
Awarded in recognition of the promotion and advancement of Science and Technology (since 1854).
The forty–seventh Award of The Society's Medal for Scientific Research will be in CATEGORY II: Human Health or Medical Sciences (Human); Genetics, Immunology, Human Physiology, Human Anatomy, Pathology, Necrology, Epidemiology, Endocrinology, Radiology, Microbiology, Medical Parasitology, Nuclear Medicine, and related human sciences. Nominations should be received by the Executive Officer, The Royal Society of Victoria, 9 Victoria Street, Melbourne 3000 not later than 31st March, 2009.
Details and nomination forms will be available on-line soon, so please check the website regularly.
The Royal Society of Victoria Research Medals - 2011
06/11/2009
The Royal Society of Victoria Research Medals - 2011
Awarded in recognition of the promotion and advancement of Science and Technology (since 1854).
The forty–eigthth Award of The Society's Medal for Scientific Research will be in CATEGORY III: EARTH SCIENCES; Geology, Geochemistry, Geochronology, Geophysics, Planetary Physcis, Meteorology, Oceanography. Physical Geography and related Sciences. Nominations are due during March 2011
The Trust supports institutions conducting medical research, welfare, social/family support and aged care. Thus, fields of interest include - Aged care; Health and wellbeing; Special purpose housing and accommodation; Medical research; Mental health; Social welfare.
Applicants should - Have a broad community reach and profile, Demonstrate sound management and service excellence in meeting community needs, Have a high degree of community and/or volunteer involvement; and Connect their operations with the community they seek to assist.
The Franklin Institute invites you to nominate candidates for the Benjamin Franklin Medals. From its inception, The Franklin Institute has used awards and prizes to recognize and promote excellence in science, technology, and industry. The endowed Benjamin Franklin Medals are given annually in the following seven disciplines of science: Chemistry, Computer and Cognitive Science, Earth and Environmental Science, Electrical Engineering, Life Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics.
There is no deadline for submissions. Nominations will be acknowledged promptly, but the case method review process typically requires two years to complete.
The Australian Learning and Teaching Council (formerly The Carrick Institute)
Fellowship Scheme 2010
13/11/2009
Fellowship Scheme 2010
The aim of the Carrick Fellowship Scheme is to advance learning and teaching in higher education by supporting leading educators to undertake strategic, high profile fellowship activities in areas that support the Mission of the Institute. Fellows are expected to develop a program that explores and addresses a significant educational issue; develop their personal skills and profile and to be ongoing advocates for excellence in learning and teaching. The fellowships will involve collaborative activities and the building of national and international partnerships.
There are two programs in the Carrick Fellowship Scheme: Senior Fellowships and Associate Fellowships.
Note: Applications will be processed by the Centre for the Advancement of Learning and Teaching (CALT). CALT weblink: http://www.calt.monash.edu.au/
The Australian Learning and Teaching Council (formerly The Carrick Institute)
Competitive Grants Proposals - Round 2 2010
24/08/2009
Competitive Grants Proposals - Round 2 2010
The Competitive Grants Program supports; Innovation in learning and teaching, especially in relation to new technologies; Strategic approaches by higher education providers to increase recognition of the importance of teaching in higher education, both within institutions and within the wider community; Research and development focused on issues of emerging and on-going importance (e.g. the nexus between teaching and research; performance indicators for learning and teaching in higher education); Strategic approaches to addressing the implications of the changing cohort in higher education.
Applications are usually sent to CENTRE FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF LEARNING AND TEACHING (CALT) here at Monash. http://www.calt.monash.edu.au/
Visit the Australian Learning and Teaching Council (The Carrick Institute) homepage for more infomration on the application procedures.
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The Tech Awards is an international awards program that honors innovators from around the world who are applying technology to benefit humanity.
Each year, candidates are nominated and then invited to submit applications. Individuals, for-profit companies, and not-for-profit organizations are eligible. International panels of judges review the applications and annually select 15 Laureates. Awards are presented in five categories: Health, Education, Environment, Economic Development, and Equality. Three Laureates in each category are honored and one Laureate per category receives $50,000. Laureates are honored at an annual Gala event and inducted into The Tech Awards Network (TAN). The TAN extends the award program from an annual event to a year round program. The goal of the TAN is to create opportunities for learning, networking, and exposure to assist the Laureates in furthering their work.
To be considered as a Laureate in The Tech Awards program requires participation in a two-step process: Step 1: Nomination (we accept nominations year-round) AND Step 2: Application and References. For more details please visit the Tech Awards Website.
There are a range of other funding opportunities and rebates for sustainability initiatives that may be more suitable for some potential applicants. These funding programs have separate application processes. Sustainability Victoria Funding - Solar in Schools, Funding and rebates for photovoltaics in schools; Sustainability Victoria - Various grants and funding opportunities such as the Renewable Energy Support Fund, Infrastructure funding, Litter grants, Resource Smart Business, Public Place Recycling Grants, Solar hot water, gas hot water rebates - Rebates for householders. Other Funding; Smart Water Fund - Funding for water saving initiatives for councils, and communities and business; GrantsLink - Funding opportunities for individuals, businesses and communities all in one place; Creating Better Places - Urban improvement grants for Councils.
Please submit two copies of your completed and signed application, unbound and printed double-sided along with the Monash Research Office Cover Sheet. All accompanying or loose documents must be clearly marked with the project name.
The Spencer Foundation provides funding for investigations that promise to yield new knowledge about education in the United States or abroad. The Foundation funds research grants that range in size from smaller grants that can be completed within a year, to larger, multi-year endeavors. Whereas in the past the Foundation had two distinct research grant programs based on budget size, research grant programs have now been organises around the areas of inquiry identified on the home page.
The Research Grants program accepts applications that fit within one or more of four areas of inquiry: (1) The Relation between Education and Social Opportunity; (2) Organizational Learning in Schools, School Systems, and Higher Education Institutions; (3) Teaching, Learning, and Instructional Resources; and, (4) Purposes and Values of Education. In addition to proposals in these defined areas, the foundation will continue to provide an opportunity to submit field-initiated proposals outside these areas.
Applications consist of an initial proposal that contain a proposal cover sheet, proposal narrative and proposal budget. For proposals up to $40,000, a funding decision will be made on the basis of the initial proposal. For proposals over $40,000, the initial proposal will be used to decide whether to invite an expanded proposal. Initial proposals are accepted at any time, regardless of the level of funding requested. For proposals over $40,000, if you are invited to submit an expanded proposal, the deadlines normally fall at the beginning of April, July, and December each year, with notification taking place within eight months.
Fellowship Program - Graduate Student Fellowships 2010
13/11/2009
Fellowship Program - Graduate Student Fellowships 2010
The Smithsonian Institution encourages access to its research staff, collections, and reference materials by visiting scholars, scientists, and students.
The Institution offers in-residence appointments for research and study using its facilities, with the advice and guidance of its staff members.
These appointments enable qualified persons to make use of Smithsonian resources in pursuing studies related to research interests of the Institution and its staff. Appointments vary in duration, and many carry financial support.
Fellowship Program - Postdoctoral Fellowships 2010
13/11/2009
Fellowship Program - Postdoctoral Fellowships 2010
The Smithsonian Institution encourages access to its research staff, collections, and reference materials by visiting scholars, scientists, and students.
The Institution offers in-residence appointments for research and study using its facilities, with the advice and guidance of its staff members.
These appointments enable qualified persons to make use of Smithsonian resources in pursuing studies related to research interests of the Institution and its staff. Appointments vary in duration, and many carry financial support.
The Smithsonian Institution encourages access to its research staff, collections, and reference materials by visiting scholars, scientists, and students.
The Institution offers in-residence appointments for research and study using its facilities, with the advice and guidance of its staff members.
These appointments enable qualified persons to make use of Smithsonian resources in pursuing studies related to research interests of the Institution and its staff. Appointments vary in duration, and many carry financial support.
An internship at the Smithsonian Institution is a prearranged, structured learning experience scheduled within a specific time frame. The experience must be relevant to the intern's academic and professional goals, and to research and museum activities of the Institution. An internship is performed under the direct supervision of Smithsonian staff. Internships, for the most part, are arranged individually. Information and applications may be obtained by contacting the appropriate internship coordinator or by contacting the Smithsonian Center for Education and Museum Studies, the central referral service for internships. Refer to the available Internships listings on the Smithsonian website for guidelines, details, deadlines and other specific information regarding various internship programs.
As part of its mandate for "the increase and diffusion of knowledge," including the diverse ideas, skills, and cultures of our nation, the Smithsonian Institution pursues policies of equal opportunity and cultural diversity. Smithsonian fellowships and internships are awarded on the basis of these policies. Applicants are evaluated on their academic standing, scholarly qualifications, experiences, the quality of the research project or study proposed and its suitability to Smithsonian collections, facilities, and programs.
The SMF scholarships support full-time research efforts at a Singapore-based university or Research Institute.
To meet the needs of a changing and dynamic environment, the areas of research supported by SMF are regularly reviewed.The fields of Research currently supported are: Environmental Science, Renewable Resources & Water; Engineering; Physical & Materials Science; Life Sciences.
In addtion to the award of the scholarships, to encourage research excellence, the SMF also supports attendance at prestigous conferences for those scholars who have been selected to have their papers presented at these conferences. Applicants are also informed that the PhD and post doc stipends have been increased to S$4000 and S$6000 per month respectively.
Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC)
Travel / Conference Grants
24/10/2008
Travel / Conference Grants
RIRDC provides funds to support travel to conferences and workshops that benefit RIRDC industries.
Applications will be accepted throughout the year but must be received by the Corporation at least three months prior to the planned travel date.
Applications for Travel/Conference funding will be assessed on the basis of; whether the proposal contributes to Corporation Programs; the benefits of the proposed travel to industry and to the field of work; the potential to pass on the benefits gained from the travel to industry.
Since its early days, the Royal Society of New South Wales has recognised the meritorious works of scientists in a number of fields through the award of medals and prizes, and arrangement of special lectures. These Awards are only given by the Society after careful and exhaustive consideration, recognizing the highest levels of scientific achievement.
The Royal Society of NSW offers numerous awards throghout the year. Some of these awards are only offered every 2 - 3 years. Please check the website for calls for nominations for individual awards.
Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (RNAAS)
Heineken Prizes
24/10/2008
Heineken Prizes
The Heineken Prizes are international prizes awarded biannually to five internationally renowned scientists and one highly talented Dutch visual artist for their great merits to science, Dutch art and society.
The scientific Heineken Prizes recognise and reward unique achievement in the fields of biochemistry and biophysics, medicine, environmental sciences, history and cognitive science. The sixth Heineken Prize, the Heineken Prize for Art, is awarded every two years to an artist living and working in the Netherlands.
The sponsor's primary funding interests include: relieving suffering among children who are sick, handicapped, injured, disfigured, orphaned or otherwise vulnerable, through programs of direct service or medical research.
The Trust's granting priorities are now expressed in terms of the impacts towards which the Trust aims to contribute: they are: Improvement of social and economic outcomes for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in Victoria; Improvement of outcomes for children in their early years; Improvement of access to and achievement of equity and excellence in public education; and Protection and preservation of Australian indigenous flora and fauna. Intending applicants must contact the Ross Trust and speak to a member of staff before submitting a written application
There are no maximum or minimum amounts for which grants may be sought but the vast majority of grants made by the Ross Trust are under $30,000 to be used over 12 months. The median (average) has been within the grant range $10,000 to $15,000.
There are no closing dates for the submission of applications. Please read the Guidelines for information on the timing of grant decisions by the Trustees.
Bellagio Study and Conference Center - Conference Program
24/10/2008
Bellagio Study and Conference Center - Conference Program
The Bellagio conference program provides space for framing debates on world issues, for translating theory into action and for devising creative responses to some of the most pressing issues of our time, especially those directed at alleviating poverty and vulnerability. The Foundation seeks applications from groups who are addressing significant issues and who expect the conference to generate innovative yet concrete outcomes.
The Foundation provides room and board without charge for all meeting participants. Personal expenses (phone and fax, for example) are the individual's responsibility. Most conference participants cover and arrange for their own travel, although assistance is available for those who meet the criteria below.
Roche Organ Transplantation Research Foundation and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
ROTRF Grant Awards 2010 - Round 1
24/08/2009
ROTRF Grant Awards 2010 - Round 1
ROTRF supports research which uses either human organ transplant material and/or experimental models which simulate pathological states and mechanisms operating in human organ transplanation. To be considered for a grand award, applications should have demonstratable applicability to human organ transplantation. ROTRF provides funding for established faculty members of academic staff at universities, transplant centres and research institutes. Maximum amount awarded per grant is 300,000 Swiss Francs distributed over 3 years.
Top-ranking LOIs are invited to submit a Full Paper Application (FPA). The applicants will have about 6-7 weeks for the preparation and submission of the FPA.
Submission of a Letters of Intent (LOI) at one of our deadlines, 1 April and 1 October of each year. Top-ranking LOIs are invited to submit a Full Paper Application (FPA). The applicants will have about 6-7 weeks for the preparation and submission of the FPA.
Roche Organ Transplantation Research Foundation and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
ROTRF Grant Awards 2010 - Round 2
24/08/2009
ROTRF Grant Awards 2010 - Round 2
ROTRF supports research which uses either human organ transplant material and/or experimental models which simulate pathological states and mechanisms operating in human organ transplanation. To be considered for a grand award, applications should have demonstratable applicability to human organ transplantation. ROTRF provides funding for established faculty members of academic staff at universities, transplant centres and research institutes. Maximum amount awarded per grant is 300,000 Swiss Francs distributed over 3 years.
Top-ranking LOIs are invited to submit a Full Paper Application (FPA). The applicants will have about 6-7 weeks for the preparation and submission of the FPA.
Submission of a Letters of Intent (LOI) at one of our deadlines, 1 April and 1 October of each year. Top-ranking LOIs are invited to submit a Full Paper Application (FPA). The applicants will have about 6-7 weeks for the preparation and submission of the FPA.
The Reichstein Foundation funds projects which effect structural change to redress the disadvantage experienced by particular communities. Reichstein Foundation is not a charity but a philanthropic foundation committed to social change. Social change philanthropy supports people to work towards environmental sustainability, peace, justice, equality and democratic participation. The Foundation works in partnership with community organisations and other donors to improve, maintain or restore human rights and social justice.
Currently, the Foundation's grantmaking priorities are: Indigenous People, People with a Disability, Newly Arrived Communities. There are also some social justice issues that deserve particular attention. They are: Human rights, Justice and correction issues, The environment, the western metropolitan region of Melbourne, in recognition of Lance Reichstein's involvement in the region.
There are no closing dates. Applications take approximately 4 months to process. There is no minimum or maximum amount or length of time that groups can seek funding for. However, where the amount sought is more than $20,000 you are encouraged to apply to other sources as well as the Reichstein Foundation.
These are intended to support the preliminary or pilot phase of scientific projects with budgets of $30,000 or less, to enable investigators, in any area of research related to the radiologic sciences, to gain experience in defining objectives and testing
To enable investigators throughout the world to gain experience in defining objectives and testing hypotheses in preparation for major grant applications to corporations, foundations and governmental agencies. Up to $40,000 United States Dollars (USD) for a 1-year project to support the preliminary or pilot phase of scientific projects - Open to International Applicants.
Purpose: To recognize and encourage outstanding residents and fellows in radiologic research as evidenced by the following: Presentations of scientific papers at regional or national meetings; Publication of scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals; Receipt of a research grant or contributions to the success of a research program within the department; Other research activities.
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) provides one-off grants up to $30,000 to Queensland based not-for-profit community groups, for projects of broad community benefit.
The Queensland Government will only consider funding: applied gambling related research that advances/tests current knowledge; and/or new theory construction and validation. The Queensland Government will not fund proposals that merely evaluate existing policies or theories.
The four annual funding round closing dates are the 28 February, 31 May, 31 August and 30 November.
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) provides one-off grants up to $30,000 to Queensland based not-for-profit community groups, for projects of broad community benefit.
The Queensland Government will only consider funding: applied gambling related research that advances/tests current knowledge; and/or new theory construction and validation. The Queensland Government will not fund proposals that merely evaluate existing policies or theories.
The four annual funding round closing dates are the 28 February, 31 May, 31 August and 30 November.
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) provides one-off grants up to $30,000 to Queensland based not-for-profit community groups, for projects of broad community benefit.
The Queensland Government will only consider funding: applied gambling related research that advances/tests current knowledge; and/or new theory construction and validation. The Queensland Government will not fund proposals that merely evaluate existing policies or theories.
The four annual funding round closing dates are the 28 February, 31 May, 31 August and 30 November.
The Foundation is the dive industry's leading non-profit organization committed to conserving the underwater environments through education, advocacy and action.
Grants are provided to a variety of nonprofit organizations, institutions and individuals involved in activities directly related to the conservation of underwater environments - both marine and freshwater. We work to accomplish our mission through support of programs in selected focus areas including: Coral reef conservation; Shark protection; Sustainable fisheries; Ecotourism (as related to underwater environments); Aquatic education with a special interest in children; Direct activities to conserve underwater resources such as shoreline and underwater cleanups, mooring buoy installations and maintenance.
Funding requests will be accepted up to a maximum of AU $2,500. Applications are accepted annually on the 15 December, 15 March, 15 June and 15 September.
Applications are accepted at each funding round in the following areas: *Arts *Education *Community Wellbeing* and *Community Wellbeing International Travel Grants. The Closing Dates with Monash Research Office are: 18 Jan 2010, 17 May 2010, and the 30 Aug 2010.
Applications to Health and Medical Research Program areas will be considered only once a year, in the first round, closing 18 Jan 2010 with the Research Office and 1 Feb with the Foundation.
Applications in the areas of the Environment and Conservation and Science will be considered once a year in the second round, which closes 17 May 2010 with the Research Office and 1 June 2010 with the Foundation.
Applications are accepted at each funding round in the following areas: *Arts *Education *Community Wellbeing* and *Community Wellbeing International Travel Grants. The Closing Dates with Monash Research Office are: 18 Jan 2010, 17 May 2010, and the 30 Aug 2010.
Applications to Health and Medical Research Program areas will be considered only once a year, in the first round, closing 18 Jan 2010 with the Research Office and 1 Feb with the Foundation.
Applications in the areas of the Environment and Conservation and Science will be considered once a year in the second round, which closes 17 May 2010 with the Research Office and 1 June 2010 with the Foundation.
Applications are accepted at each funding round in the following areas: *Arts *Education *Community Wellbeing* and *Community Wellbeing International Travel Grants. The Closing Dates with Monash Research Office are: 18 Jan 2010, 17 May 2010, and the 30 Aug 2010.
Applications to Health and Medical Research Program areas will be considered only once a year, in the first round, closing 18 Jan 2010 with the Research Office and 1 Feb with the Foundation.
Applications in the areas of the Environment and Conservation and Science will be considered once a year in the second round, which closes 17 May 2010 with the Research Office and 1 June 2010 with the Foundation.
The Pirelli INTERNETional Award is an international multimedia competition designed to recognize communication of science and technology entirely carried out on the Internet. The awards of €15,000 are given for the best educational multimedia works coming from chosen themes in the following fields: physics, chemistry, mathematics, life sciences, and information and communications technology (ICT).
Special credit will be given to those works aimed at describing or safeguarding the environment in the fields of Physics, Chemistry and Life Siences. The special ICT section prize selects and evaluates, in collaboration with Telecom Italia Lab, those multimedia works that represent a relevant contribution to ICT.
The Top Pirelli Prize is the utmost additional recognition that the international jury grants to the multimedia works that best represent the philosophy of the Pirelli Internetional Award and is the overall award winner. The prize amounts to an additional €10,000 on top of the prize check granted by the Pirelli award in any of the above categories.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Awards and Scholarships
24/10/2008
Awards and Scholarships
Perpetual manages more than 450 charitable trusts. Perpetual manages many awards and scholarships in the areas of Medical Research, Fine Arts, Music, Education and Literature. These are a result of charitable trusts set up by people whose vision was to provide opportunities and recognition to inidividuals who excel in their chosen fields. The following are just somje of the programs available for individuals and organisations which have been established through Perpetual. For a complete list of the Awards and Scholarships managed by Perpetual please visit the Perpetual website. Listed below are some of the Awards that are managed by Perpetual.
Medical Research: Clive and Vera Ramaciotti Awards; Fine Arts: The Alice Bale Art Awards, The Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award; Music: Johnny Dennis Music Award, Paul Lowin Awards; Literature: Kibble Literacy Awards, Patrick Whie Literacy Award.
For more details on any of these Awards or Scholarships please visit the Perpetual website or the individual Granting Body Listed in the Calendar. i.e. For the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award please look up Helen Lempriere in under L.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award
24/10/2008
Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award
The Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
As Australia's richest annual prize for sculptors in Australia, the Helen Lempriere National Sculpture Award fosters and promotes contemporary Australian sculpture. Launched in 2000, the Helen Lempriere Award has introduced a renewed vigour in the contemporary Australian sculpture scene. Following the call for submissions, the annual exhibition of finalists' works sparks essential discourse on sculpture and its meaning in the Australian cultural community. In addition to this vital dialogue, the Award presents a total of $150,000 to Australian sculptors - fundamental funds that help to cultivate the vitality of this art form.
The Sculpture prize is made up of seven awards totalling $145,000. Artists are invited to submit a sculpture in competition for the annual Award. The winner will receive $95,000 in cash and professional development to further their education and skill in sculpture. The winning artist's sculpture will become part of the Lempriere Collection and will be permanently sited at Parks Victoria's Werribee Park. More information is available from http://www.lempriereaward.com.au/
For Application Details and 'Calls for Submission' please call either Helen Lempriere or Perpetual Trustees directly or visit the Helem Lempriere National Sculpture website for more details (http://www.lempriere.perpetual.com.au/about_default.asp)
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Patrick White Literacy Awards
24/10/2008
Patrick White Literacy Awards
The Patrick White Literary Awards are managed by Perpetual Trustees.
Patrick White Literary Award is an annual award to an author who has already made a contribution to Australian literature. The Award is presented each December following consideration of the nominations by a judging panel.
The Patrick White Literary Award winners are selcted by a committee selected based on their own research. No submissions are allowed. Please call Perpetual Trustees on ph. 1800 501 227 for more details.
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
Paul Lowen Awards
24/10/2008
Paul Lowen Awards
The Paul Lowin Awards is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
Awarded every two to three years, the Paul Lowin Awards have been established to encourage excellence in musical composition. Two prizes are awarded; an Orchestral Prize valued at $25,000 and a Song Cycle Prize valued at $15,000. The next Awards will be held in 2008 with the assistance of The Australian Music Centre.
The Paul Lowin Prizes are co-managed by Australian Music Centre. Visit the AMC website for more details http://www.amcoz.com.au/projects/lowins/lowins.htm
Perpetual Trustees Australia Ltd: Philanthropic Foundations
The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers
24/10/2008
The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers
The Kibble Literacy Awards for Women Writers is managed by Perpetual Trustees.
The Kibble Literary Awards began in 1994 and are awarded to Women Writers of a published book of fiction or non-fiction classified as 'life writing'. Applications close on 16 November 2007. Contact Perpetual Philanthropic Services on 1800 501 227 or philanthropy@perpetual.com.au for application forms and guidelines.
Calls for submissions are sent directly to publishers, usually in November. Contact Perpetual Trustees on ph. 1800 501 227 if you want to be added to the nomination list.
Parks Victoria Research Partners Panel (RPP) wish to call for the submission of projects that aim to improve park management through encouraging and supporting collaborative research into natural values management issues in parks. It is important to be aware that the Research Partners Program is not a grants scheme. Projects must have application to Parks Victoria's natural values management program and benefit the management of parks.
The Parks Victoria Research Partners Panel have developed a project proposal template and guidelines, both are attached as links to this page. Partner institutions are requested to provide a single response containing all proposals from that Institution (i.e. Monash University). As a result, proposals must be submitted to Mr Tom Keegan (Manager, Research & Research Training) from the Faculty of Science.
The International Research Grants Program (IRGP) is designed to promote innovative research that has a high potential to significantly advance the knowledge of Parkinson’s disease (PD) but little likelihood of securing funding through more traditional sources. By supporting novel, “high risk/high reward” research, the goal of the IRGP is to enable investigators to demonstrate the feasibility of their ideas while generating preliminary data necessary for the support of future funding.
The IRGP is open to applicants both nationally and internationally and basic, translational and clinical research proposals are eligible for support. All applicants must possess a Ph.D. or a M.D. (or equivalent). Preference will be given to scientists who are at an early stage in their professional careers.
For more information please email grants@pdf.org
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 02/02/2010
23/01/2010 7 weeks 4 days
Parkinson's Disease Foundation Research Program
Postdoctoral Fellowships for Basic Scientists and Postdoctoral Fellowships for Neurologists
13/11/2009
Postdoctoral Fellowships for Basic Scientists and Postdoctoral Fellowships for Neurologists
The Postdoctoral Fellowships for Basic Scientists are one-year fellowships for young scientists, fresh from their Ph.D. training, to study at major research institutions. The applicant must have completed a Ph.D. or M.D. and must identify a research mentor who will serve as mentor for the fellow and supervisor of the research.
Postdoctoral Fellowships for Neurologists are for young clinicians who have completed their neurology residency and are seeking clinical research experience, PDF offers the Postdoctoral Fellowships for Neurologists, one-year awards in the amount of $55,000. Fellows may competitively reapply for continued funding after their first year for a total of three years of support. In these instances, a progress report of the current research would be due along with the new application. Eligibility & Restrictions - Applicants seeking a Postdoctoral Fellowship for Neurologists must have an M.D. and be completing or have completed a neurology residency. Applicants may not have their own lab.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 02/02/2010
16/03/2010 15 weeks
Parkinson's Disease Foundation Research Program
Mentored Clinical Research Award
13/11/2009
Mentored Clinical Research Award
The Mentored Clinical Research Award (MCRA) for new investigators is funded by a grant from the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation (PDF) to the Parkinson Study Group (PSG). The grant supports new investigators for a one-year project in patient oriented research in Parkinson’s disease or other parkinsonian disorders under the mentorship of an experienced investigator. The goal of the award is to provide funding for an investigator who has the potential to become an independent researcher. One award of $75,000 each will be available for this funding year.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 26/03/2010
23/03/2010 16 weeks
Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
Autism Applied Research Competition 2010
09/10/2009
Autism Applied Research Competition 2010
The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) seeks applied research proposals for its 2010 Autism Applied Research Competition. Through this competition, OAR intends to promote evidence based practices delivered from research in the following areas - The analysis, evaluation, or comparison of current models of assessment, intervention, or systems of service delivery including policy analysis; Applied aspects of educational, behavioural, or social and communicative intervention across the lifespan; Adult issues such as continuing education, employment, residential supports, sexuality instruction, quality-of-life determinants, and 'later intervention', and; Issues related to family support, social and community integration, assessment and intervention with challenging behaviour, and the use of technology in support of learners with ASD.
OAR seeks to fund studies of one to two years in length that will likely produce practical and clearly objective results that promise some direct benefit for learners with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), their families, and related service providers (e.g., teachers, classroom aides, job coaches, speech pathologists, psychologists, etc.) at different times in their lives.
In the 2010 competition OAR will consider awarding up to10 One-year studies funded at a maximum of US$30,000 per year and 2 Two-year studies funded at a maximum of $US30,000 per year (US$60,000 total award). The total funding available though the 2010 Applied Autism Research Competition is a maximum of US$420,000 for a total of 12 grant awards. Preproposals are due by 2 April 2010. OAR will invite full proposals from selected preproposals which will be due by 6 August 2010 and will complete the final review in October 2010 with successful applicants notified in November 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 02/04/2010
15/12/2009 2 weeks
Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters
Kavli Prizes
21/09/2009
Kavli Prizes
The main object is to award three international prizes for outstanding scientific work in the fields of Astrophysics, Nanoscience and Neuroscience. The main purposes of the Prizes is to - Recognise outstanding scientific research; Honour highly creative scientists; Promote public understanding of scientists and their work; and Foster international cooperation among scientists.
The Kavli Prize will consist of US $1,000,000, a scroll, and a medal for each of the three Kavli Prizes. In cases where a Kavli Prize is to be awarded to more than one person, the financial award will be divided equally among the recipients.
The objectives of the Foundation are: to support and encourage research, education and recording of all aspects of Australia's natural environment, to build capacity in local communities to effect long-term beneficial change in the natural environment.
The Foundation has funded projects ranging from supporting local communities to maintain or restore habitat; to the production of education kits; and the publication and widespread dissemination of research information essential to species preservation.
December grant round: closing date is 17th December, closing date for pre-approvals is 10th December. Please note changes to guidelines concerning academic applications. Before submitting an application, please call or email the Executive Officer for pre-approval. 03 5472 1316 beth@nwf.org.au
The objectives of the Foundation are: to support and encourage research, education and recording of all aspects of Australia's natural environment, to build capacity in local communities to effect long-term beneficial change in the natural environment.
This scheme will focus primarily on the enhancement and protection of flora and fauna in rural Victorian communities. The maximum grant awarded will be $5,000. Projects that involve collaboration with a number of partners across a region are of special interest. These multi-stakeholder projects are the ones we believe are most likely to have a long term effect and to most widely spread knowledge and understanding.
Before submitting an application for the RE Ross Trust Small Victorian Rural Grants, please call or email the Executive officer of The Norman Wettenhall Foundation for pre-approval. 03 5472 1316 beth@nwf.org.au December grant round: closing date is 17th December, closing date for pre-approvals is 10th December. Please note changes to guidelines concerning academic applications.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non-profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship-related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
Human Resources Development; Initiatives to foster a new generation of professionals, scholars, and students with a strong potential for future leadership. We support training and educational programs designed and executed by non-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. Our intention is to promote the formulation of an international network of professional people with shared goals and concerns.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non-profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship-related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
The Improvement of Basic Human Needs; Initiatives to assist people throughout the world to meet their basic human needs, and to contribute to the improvement of human welfare through programs in such areas as healthcare, support of disabled persons and those who are socially vulnerable, agricultural development, population issues, community development, refugee aid, and disaster relief. Projects comprising novel ideas, approaches, and technology, as well as those that involve multilateral undertakings, such as south-south cooperation, will receive higher priority.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non-profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship-related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
This Scheme provides assistance to ocean-related projects; focusing on projects that contribute to the formation of a new international order of the seas; International capacity and network building projects that promote cooperation among ocean experts; Projects that foster sustainable regional development through multilateral cooperation; Projects that promote public understanding and appreciation of the ocean through international activities with the cooperation participation of ocean experts and professionals; and Other original and innovative international projects related to the ocean.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings
24/10/2008
Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non-profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship-related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; Initiatives to foster cooperative approaches that meet the changing needs of the global community. We support cultural, social, and intellectual exchanges and collaborative undertakings which contribute to the development of greater mutual understanding and cooperative mindset in order to bring about social changes.
There is no application deadline as such, and applications can be received throughout the year. However, since the screening procedures may take as long as five months, it is strongly recommended that applications be submitted at least half a year before the planned start of the project, or whenever the funding will be needed.
The Nippon Foundation provides grants to projects run by non-profit organizations around the world in the following areas: * Maritime and Ship-related Projects; * Improvement of Basic Human Needs; * Human Resources Development; * Promotion of International Collaborative Undertakings; * Scholarships and Fellowships.
There is a wide range of Scholarships and Fellowships available. Please refer to the Nippon Website for further information.
New South Wales Government - Department of Environment, Climate Chnage and Water.
Grant and Funding Opportunities - Various
09/10/2009
Grant and Funding Opportunities - Various
The NSW has committed over one billion dollars for the environment in NSW Budget 2009-10. DECC administers a number of funding programs and initiatives as well as being the recipient of funding for specific projects.
Examples of funding opportunities include - the Savings Funds, the Climate Action Grant Program and some funding from the Environmental Trust. The Climate Change Fund supports the NSW Green Business Program and the Residential Rebate Program to help people make their homes more water and energy efficient, the The City & Country Environment Restoration Program is a suite of environmental initiatives that provides grants for projects such as urban sustainability and waste minimisation (through the Environmental Trust), in addition to grants provided for farmer exit assistance, sustainable farming and offset actions under the Native Vegetation Assistance Package.
For more information on granting opportunities or eligibility criteria please contact the DECCW by emailing info@environment.nsw.gov.au
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Visiting Fellowships in Canadian Government Laboratories
24/10/2008
Visiting Fellowships in Canadian Government Laboratories
This program provides promising emerging scientists and engineers with the opportunity to work with research groups or leaders in Canadian government laboratories and research institutions. Fellowships are awarded for one year with the possibility of renewal for a second and third year, at the discretion of the government department concerned. Aimed at Early Career Researchers who have received a doctoral degree in the natural sciences or engineering from a recognized university within the past five years.
Refer to the web-site for a list of the Departments and agencies that support/participate in these fellowships. Appliactions may be made at any time, decisions are announced approximately three months after receipt of complete applications. Fellowships are valued at $43,724 per year (one year, renewable for up to two more years).
Before submitting a proposal, the investigator must consult the Research Program Department by letter or by telephone to determine whether the research plan is appropriate and relevant to the mission of the Society.
The Society welcomes applications for support of studies related to multiple sclerosis which may serve in any way to advance the mission of the Society.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 1
27/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 1
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. All deadlines for receipt of application materials are strictly observed by the laboratory and the Associateship Programs office. No allowances or exceptions are made for late submissions.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/02/2010
22/01/2010 7 weeks 3 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 1
27/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 1
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/02/2010
21/04/2010 20 weeks 1 day
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 2
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 2
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. All deadlines for receipt of application materials are strictly observed by the laboratory and the Associateship Programs office. No allowances or exceptions are made for late submissions.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/05/2010
21/04/2010 20 weeks 1 day
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 2
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 2
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/05/2010
22/07/2010 33 weeks 2 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 3
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 3
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. All deadlines for receipt of application materials are strictly observed by the laboratory and the Associateship Programs office. No allowances or exceptions are made for late submissions.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/08/2010
22/07/2010 33 weeks 2 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 3
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 3
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/08/2010
22/10/2010 46 weeks 3 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 4
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs - Naval Medical Research Center/Naval Health Research Center 2010 - Round 4
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1. All deadlines for receipt of application materials are strictly observed by the laboratory and the Associateship Programs office. No allowances or exceptions are made for late submissions.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/11/2010
22/10/2010 46 weeks 3 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Research Council
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 4
13/11/2009
Research Associateship Programs 2010 - Round 4
The sponsor provides opportunities to outstanding scientists at recent postdoctoral and, in some programs, experienced senior levels for tenure as guest researchers.
Application deadlines are February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 01/11/2010
08/03/2010 13 weeks 6 days
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/DHHS - National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
NIDDK Multi-Center Clinical Study Implementation Planning Grants (U34) 2010
12/02/2009
NIDDK Multi-Center Clinical Study Implementation Planning Grants (U34) 2010
The sponsor provides support for investigator-initiated, multi-center clinical studies through a two-part process that includes an implementation planning (U34) grant.
The total project period for an application may not exceed two years. Applicants may request up to $250,000 in direct costs per year.
Applications submitted in response to this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for Federal assistance must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov (http://www.grants.gov) using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and the SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 18/03/2010
31/12/9999 Year Round
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/DHHS
Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant Award
02/05/2007
Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant Award
Participating institutes of the National Institutes of Health provide support to encourage exploratory and developmental research projects by providing support for the early and conceptual stages of these projects.
The NIH seeks to foster the introduction of novel scientific ideas, model systems, tools, agents, targets, and technologies that have the potential to substantially advance biomedical research. Applications should be exploratory and novel. These studies should break new ground or extend previous discoveries toward new directions or applications.
The applicant may request a project period of up to two years with a combined budget for direct costs of up US$275,000 for the two year period. Normally, no more than US$200,000 may be requested in any single year.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 31/12/9999
31/12/9999 Year Round
National Institutes of Health (NIH)/DHHS
Research Project Grant
02/05/2007
Research Project Grant
The Research Project Grant (R01) is an award to support a discrete, specified, circumscribed project to be performed by named Project Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) in areas representing the investigators ' specific interests and competencies, based on the mission of the NIH, to support health-related research and development.
The R01 research plan proposed by the applicant institution/organization must be related to the stated program interests of one or more of the NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs) based on descriptions of their programs.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 31/12/9999
31/12/9999 Year Round
National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA
Various programs
02/01/2008
Various programs
The National Institute of Health (NIH), administered by a US government Department, offers a vast range of funding oppurtunities for research on an international scale.
Closing dates for funding opportunities vary throughout the year. Please see individual opportunities for details.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 31/12/9999
26/01/2010 8 weeks
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism/NIH/DHHS
International Research Collaboration on Alcohol and Alcoholism (U01) (Aids related) - 2010
28/09/2009
International Research Collaboration on Alcohol and Alcoholism (U01) (Aids related) - 2010
The sponsor invites applications for the purpose of fostering international collaborations between alcohol research investigators within the United States and investigators outside of the United States.
The sponsor intends to commit $1.0 million to fund three to five projects under this announcement.
The deadlines for receipt of Aids related applications under this announcement are: Feb 5, June 5, Oct 5 annually. Expiration Date: September 8, 2011
The sponsors provide support for investigator-initiated research applications on the thyroid in aging. This is intended to promote basic, translational, and clinical studies leading to increased understanding of the physiology of the aging thyroid and improved diagnosis and management of thyroid disease in older adults.
Studies can involve collection of primary data or secondary analysis of existing datasets. Studies should address the range of aging adults and should ideally include the oldest old.
The deadlines for receipt of standard applications under this announcement are: January 7, May 7 and September 7 annually.
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
28/09/2009
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits research project (R01) grant applications to conduct efficacy or effectiveness trials of child abuse and neglect interventions.
This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism. Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
The deadlines for receipt of standard R01 applications under this announcement are: February 5, June 5, and October 5 annually. The deadlines for receipt of AIDS-related applications are: January 7, May 7, and September 7 annually. This program will expire on September 8, 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 07/01/2010
26/01/2010 8 weeks
National Institute of Mental Health/NIH/DHHS
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
21/09/2009
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits research project (R01) grant applications to conduct efficacy or effectiveness trials of child abuse and neglect interventions.
This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism. Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
The deadlines for receipt of standard R01 applications under this announcement are: February 5, June 5, and October 5 annually. The deadlines for receipt of AIDS-related applications are: January 7, May 7, and September 7 annually. This program will expire on September 8, 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 05/02/2010
27/04/2010 21 weeks
National Institute of Mental Health/NIH/DHHS
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
21/09/2009
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits research project (R01) grant applications to conduct efficacy or effectiveness trials of child abuse and neglect interventions.
This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism. Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
The deadlines for receipt of standard R01 applications under this announcement are: February 5, June 5, and October 5 annually. The deadlines for receipt of AIDS-related applications are: January 7, May 7, and September 7 annually. This program will expire on September 8, 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 07/05/2010
26/05/2010 25 weeks 1 day
National Institute of Mental Health/NIH/DHHS
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
21/09/2009
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits research project (R01) grant applications to conduct efficacy or effectiveness trials of child abuse and neglect interventions.
This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism. Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
The deadlines for receipt of standard R01 applications under this announcement are: February 5, June 5, and October 5 annually. The deadlines for receipt of AIDS-related applications are: January 7, May 7, and September 7 annually. This program will expire on September 8, 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 05/06/2010
28/08/2010 38 weeks 4 days
National Institute of Mental Health/NIH/DHHS
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
21/09/2009
Research on Interventions for Child Abuse and Neglect (R01)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) solicits research project (R01) grant applications to conduct efficacy or effectiveness trials of child abuse and neglect interventions.
This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism. Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms and SF424 (R&R) Application Guide.
The deadlines for receipt of standard R01 applications under this announcement are: February 5, June 5, and October 5 annually. The deadlines for receipt of AIDS-related applications are: January 7, May 7, and September 7 annually. This program will expire on September 8, 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 07/09/2010
26/01/2010 8 weeks
National Institute of General Medical Sciences/NIH/DHHS
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
27/07/2009
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
The sponsor provides support for research on the evolutionary principles that underlie the emergence, spread, and containment of infectious disease. An explicit goal is to stimulate interdisciplinary research between (a) quantitative and computational sciences and (b) experimental, clinical, or field studies. Areas of particular interest include the evolution of pathogens, evolutionary dynamics of host-pathogen systems, and the consequences of intervention strategies. The focus of this program is limited to discovery of fundamental biological principles rather than to detailed knowledge or treatment of specific diseases.
NIH Deadlines: 5th Oct 2009, 5th Feb 2010, 5th June 2010, 5th Oct 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 05/02/2010
26/05/2010 25 weeks 1 day
National Institute of General Medical Sciences/NIH/DHHS
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
27/07/2009
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
The sponsor provides support for research on the evolutionary principles that underlie the emergence, spread, and containment of infectious disease. An explicit goal is to stimulate interdisciplinary research between (a) quantitative and computational sciences and (b) experimental, clinical, or field studies. Areas of particular interest include the evolution of pathogens, evolutionary dynamics of host-pathogen systems, and the consequences of intervention strategies. The focus of this program is limited to discovery of fundamental biological principles rather than to detailed knowledge or treatment of specific diseases.
NIH Deadlines: 5th Oct 2009, 5th Feb 2010, 5th June 2010, 5th Oct 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 05/06/2010
25/09/2010 42 weeks 4 days
National Institute of General Medical Sciences/NIH/DHHS
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
27/07/2009
Evolution of Infectious Diseases (R01)
The sponsor provides support for research on the evolutionary principles that underlie the emergence, spread, and containment of infectious disease. An explicit goal is to stimulate interdisciplinary research between (a) quantitative and computational sciences and (b) experimental, clinical, or field studies. Areas of particular interest include the evolution of pathogens, evolutionary dynamics of host-pathogen systems, and the consequences of intervention strategies. The focus of this program is limited to discovery of fundamental biological principles rather than to detailed knowledge or treatment of specific diseases.
NIH Deadlines: 5th Oct 2009, 5th Feb 2010, 5th June 2010, 5th Oct 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 05/10/2010
11/12/2009 10 days
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development/NIH/DHHS
Developmental Pharmacology
28/09/2009
Developmental Pharmacology
The sponsors provide support for multidisciplinary, investigator-initiated basic and translational research in developmental pharmacology with particular emphasis on the role of ontogeny on drug metabolizing enzymes, transporters, receptors and signaling pathways activity across developmental periods from fetal life to adolescence. This program will use the NIH Research Project (R01) award mechanism.
Due dates for applications are: 21 Aug 2009, 21 Sept 2009, 21 Dec 2009, 21 Jan 2010, 23 April 2010 and 23 May 2010.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 21/12/2009
04/12/2009 3 days
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute/NIH/DHHS
Systems Biology Collaborations (R01)
28/09/2009
Systems Biology Collaborations (R01)
The sponsor invites applications from institutions/organizations that propose collaborative systems biology research projects by multi-disciplinary teams to advance our understanding of normal physiology and perturbations associated with heart, lung, blood, and sleep (HLBS) diseases and disorders.
Multi-disciplinary expertise across experimental and computational domains is required and the multi-PI mechanism is allowed, as integration across these domains is a critical element of the proposed research plan.
The deadlines for applications are: 13 Jan, 14 Aug, 14 Sept and 14 Dec annually. This program will expire on 13 Jan 201
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 14/12/2009
03/01/2010 4 weeks 5 days
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute/NIH/DHHS
Systems Biology Collaborations (R01)
24/06/2009
Systems Biology Collaborations (R01)
The sponsor invites applications from institutions/organizations that propose collaborative systems biology research projects by multi-disciplinary teams to advance our understanding of normal physiology and perturbations associated with heart, lung, blood, and sleep (HLBS) diseases and disorders.
Multi-disciplinary expertise across experimental and computational domains is required and the multi-PI mechanism is allowed, as integration across these domains is a critical element of the proposed research plan.
The deadlines for applications are: 13 Jan, 14 Aug, 14 Sept and 14 Dec annually. This program will expire on 13 Jan 201
The All Roads Seed Grant Program funds film projects by and about indigenous and underrepresented minority-culture filmmakers year-round and from all reaches of the globe. The program seeks filmmakers who bring their lives and communities to light through first-person storytelling. Submission deadlines are quarterly on the 15th of each March, June, September, and December. Award notifications are made approximately six weeks after each of these dates.
The program awards up to 16 film projects annually with grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.
Submission deadlines are quarterly on the 15th of each March, June, September and December.
The National Geographic Society provides funds under this project on a semi-annual basis for community-driven projects directly preserving or revitalizing indigenous or traditional culture.
The Genographic Project was designed to include a distinct legacy component—an important element that will indirectly reciprocate the invaluable contribution made to the project by participating and non-participating indigenous and traditional communities around the world. The Genographic Legacy Fund (GLF), through the extension of grants, aims to empower indigenous and traditional peoples by supporting locally-led efforts that can also raise global awareness about the cultural loss indigenous and traditional communities face.
Funded projects have included documenting a traditional language, oral history, or ceremony; creating culturally-specific educational materials and programs; establishing a local museum or archive; inter-generational knowledge sharing; and preserving significant sites and artifacts.
The objective of the Conservation Trust is to support conservation activities around the world as they fit within the mission of the National Geographic Society. The trust will fund projects that contribute significantly to the preservation and sustainable use of the Earth's biological, cultural, and historical resources.
The strength of the program in supporting cutting edge programs that might be overlooked due to the risks associated with new investigators and fields. Applicants are not expected to have Ph.D.s or other advanced degrees. However, applicants must provide a record of prior research or conservation action as it pertains to the proposed project. Grants range from $15,000 to $20,000 (U.S.). Funding is not restricted to United States citizens. Researchers planning work in foreign countries should include at least one local collaborator as part of their research teams.
For over a century, National Geographic has supported the efforts of enterprising grantees and groundbreaking explorers. From the excavation of Machu Picchu and the discovery of the Titanic to the endowment of the next generation of explorers, National Geographics programs support critical scientific research, geographic exploration, and environmental and cultural conservation worldwide.
The National Geographic Society has a wide range of funding opportunities available, and new and exciting projects are offered each year. Please visit the NGS website for further information.
The National Geographic Society awards grants for scientific field research and exploration through its Committee for Research and Exploration. All proposed projects must have both a geographical dimension and relevance to other scientific fields and be of broad scientific interest. Applications are generally limited to the following disciplines: anthropology, archaeology, astronomy, biology, botany, geography, geology, oceanography, paleontology, and zoology. In addition the committee is emphasizing multidisciplinary projects that address environmental issues (e.g., loss of biodiversity and habitat, effects of human-population pressures).
Applicants are expected to have advanced degrees (Ph.D. or equivalent) and be associated with an educational organization or institution.
Grant amounts vary greatly, most range from U.S. $15,000 to $20,000. Committee grants tend to act as seed money and are given for one year's research.
This program helps qualified and experienced individuals launch the most difficult stage of a project for which to secure funding - the search. Grants are made for exploratory fieldwork that holds promise for new breakthroughs in the natural and social sciences.
Funding is not restricted to United States citizens. Applicants planning work in foreign countries should include at least one local collaborator as part of their research teams. The selection committee will not consider applications seeking support solely for laboratory work or archival research. While grants are awarded on the basis of scientific merit and exist independent of the National Geographic Society's other divisions, grant recipients are expected to provide National Geographic with rights of first refusal for popular publication of their findings.
National Geographic Society/Waitt grants are awarded on a rolling basis and range from U.S. $5,000-$15,000. There is no set quantity of grants awarded, but budget constraints keep the number to approximately a hundred per year.
Enhancing our efforts to foster the next generation of researchers, explorers, and conservationists, National Geographic now provides seed grants to individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in the fields we have a rich history of supporting. Young Explorers grants provide the opportunity for many recipients to pursue their first experiences in the field.
Applicants are not required to have advanced degrees. However, a record of prior experience in the fields of research, conservation, or exploration should be submitted as it pertains to the proposed project.
Young Explorers Grants vary in amount depending on significance of the project, though most range between US $2,000 and $5,000. National Geographic Society funds often serve as complementary support - thus the program encourages applicants to seek additional, concurrent funding from other sources.
Visiting Senior Fellowship Program (CASVA) 2010-2011
24/08/2009
Visiting Senior Fellowship Program (CASVA) 2010-2011
Fellowships are for full-time research, and scholars are expected to reside in Washington and to participate in the activities of the Center throughout the fellowship period. Lectures, colloquia, and informal discussions complement the fellowship program. Visiting senior fellows are provided with studies. Those who relocate to Washington will be provided with housing in apartments near the Gallery, subject to availability.
Applications will be considered for research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts (painting, sculpture, architecture, landscape architecture, urbanism, prints and drawings, film, photography, decorative arts, industrial design, and other arts) of any geographical area and of any period. Applications are also solicited from scholars in other disciplines whose work examines artifacts or has implications for the analysis, interpretation, and criticism of visual form.
Visiting senior fellowships are intended for those who have held the PhD for five years or more or who possess an equivalent record of professional accomplishment at the time of application. The Center awards up to 12 short-term (up to 60 days) Paul Mellon and Ailsa Mellon Bruce Visiting Senior Fellowships annually. Visiting senior fellows receive stipends that include round-trip travel and local expenses. Stipends for two-month fellowships range from $6,000 to $8,000, depending on relocation requirements. In addition, fellows receive allowances for photography.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 21/03/2010
04/12/2009 3 days
National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER)
National Vocational Education and Training Research and Evaluation Program (NVETRE)
27/11/2009
National Vocational Education and Training Research and Evaluation Program (NVETRE)
Researchers with innovative ideas are invited to submit a proposal for funding.
Projects should be relevant to the contemporary education and training environment and focus on research that is pertinent to policy and how the tertiary education sector operates.
Funding for several research projects in the vicinity of $100,000 per project is available through a competitive selection process. An information kit is available below or contact Renee Lukeman on + 61 8 8230 8661 or renee.lukeman@ncver.edu.au
Funding Category:
2 ACGR Portfolio: Education, Science and Training Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 14/12/2009
31/12/9999 Year Round
National Cancer Institute/NIH/DHHS
Stem Cells and Cancer (R21) - Program no 87444
14/05/2008
Stem Cells and Cancer (R21) - Program no 87444
This funding opportunity announcement (FOA), issued by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the National Institute on Aging (NIA), is intended to promote research on all aspects of tumor stem cell biology, including the molecular and biochemical regulation of embryonic and adult stem cell behaviour relevant to tumor formation.
Applications submitted in response to this announcement must be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, using the SF424 Research and Related (R&R) forms. Direct costs are limited to $275,000 over two years.
The objectives of the Small Grants Program are: To stay in touch with community needs, To be flexible for the benefit of the community, To provide a quick response to community needs.
The Sidney Myer Foundation strongly believes that education is a crucial tool in reducing poverty, promoting sustainable practices, developing self expression, and promoting a just and civil society. Through education, people can build a world that is sustainable, is innovative, and builds strong communities.
The current priority areas for the Education Small Grants Program are as follows: Local community and school based projects to achieve education outcomes for 0-25 year olds, Small, discreet projects that meet the needs of a community rather than supplementary funding for large projects, and Rural and regional communities.
The Foundation takes a broad view of poverty: including the lack of secure income, culture, housing, health, community relationships, and employment, as well as a lack of financial resources. The links between poverty and poor health are well known and despite growth in national and world economies, poverty and related socio-economic inequalities in health remain significant. Health in indigenous communities in Australia is among the worst in the developed world. Impoverishment and disadvantage have an impact on all aspects of life, over generations, and diminish health, participation, and life itself. The Foundations goals are to address underlying problems that give rise to poverty and disadvantage, and to find ways to strengthen systems, services and communities to prevent impoverishment and to reduce its impact.
Myer Family Philanthropy supports projects that benefit the Australian community, and strategies that address: Symptoms: Alleviate the negative effects of poverty and disadvantage; New Initiatives: Pilot new ideas about how to address poverty and disadvantage; and Capacity Building: Strengthen communities' abilities to deal with poverty and disadvantage.
The current priority areas for the Poverty and Disadvantage Small Grants Program are as follows: 1) Communities experiencing social and economic exclusion with particular emphasis on Indigenous Australians, asylum seekers and refugees, and people living in isolated rural and remote areas of Australia, 2) Children and young people from impoverished backgrounds whose opportunities for development and advancement are curtailed, and 3) Small, discreet projects that meet the needs of a community rather than supplementary funding for large projects. A small, discreet project will be considered to have a total budget of up to $50,000.
The Trust has an environment / conservation based prority with a community focus. Projects may also have a social welfare / education focus depending on the discretion of the trustees, but ideally should be environmental/conservation projects. Funding ranges between $100 to $10,000's and is based on merit. Applicants should expect a ten week turnaround from date of submission being received as Board Meetings held on an informal basis 4 times a year (hence long turn around period).
Monash University and Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
Collaborative Research Support Scheme
08/12/2008
Collaborative Research Support Scheme
Monash University and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) announce Round 5 of the Collaborative Research Support Scheme (CRSS) which is jointly funded by the two organisations. The scheme provides seed funding only, not full project support. The maximum grant available under this scheme is $50,000. Over the history of this scheme, the number of grants awarded has ranged between 3 - 6.
Closing date for applications during 2009 are to be advised. For more information please contact Kylie Thoroughgood; Kylie.Thoroughgood@adm.monash.edu.au
Electronic version of application to be emailed to Kylie.Thoroughgood@adm.monash.edu.au by the submission deadline
The Future Summit Leadership Awards are awarded as part of the "Future Summit", an initiative of Australian Davos Connection (http://www.ausdavos.org/). Nomination forms for the Future Summit Leadership Awards 2010 are now available. Awards are offered each year to recognise outstanding new-generation leaders for their achievements and to contribute to a vision for Australia's future.
Closing date for nominations are yet to be finalised but are expected to be in March 2010. An official call for nominations will be announced in Jan 2010. For further information go to the Future Summit webpage or contact Leadership Development on 9902-9917 or senior.leadership@adm.monash.edu.au
The project or activity must pertain to the field of either the arts or health or a blend of both of these areas of interest and should fulfill one or more of the following criteria to be deemed eligible for consideration of funding. CREATES DISCOVERY in the arts and or health fields by breaking new ground and setting up opportunities for the future. INCREASES THE CAPACITY of communities to foster their arts and health activities and the capacity of talented individuals with the commitment and potential to improve our world. ENABLES ESTABLISHMENT of arts or health activities with real potential to take off and be ongoing.
All applications are to be made online using the on-line application. The Foundation does not accept hard-copy submissions.
The MDC provides a mechanism for attracting commercial investment from individual enterprises and matching this with surplus Commonwealth R&D funds. The objective of MLA's R&D partnership program is to significantly increase the level of investment in R&D by the red meat industry and increase the innovation culture and capability of individual enterprises and the industry as a whole.
The scope for projects is broad and may cover innovation at any stage of development, in any aspect of the production, processing, storage, transport, retailing and marketing of meat and livestock (and related co-products). Projects may arise from ideas from the proposing company, or MLA may seek expressions of interest to advance the development of innovations arising from our R&D programs. Projects will generally fit into one of the following two categories: Innovation demonstration projects or Commercial innovation projects.
Companies wishing to apply may make initial contact and submit a brief (1-2 page) project concept paper.
MLA is primarily funded by transaction levies paid by producers on livestock sales, and dollar-for-dollar funds contributed by the Federal Government for investment in research and development (R&D). Working in consultation with industry, MLA develops and delivers a wide range of R&D projects aligned with the Federal Government's national and rural research priorities to create an innovative, sustainable industry.
Eligible project proposals addressing target areas may cover a range of R&D and research adoption development stages including: basic research, applied research, and communication, extension and demonstration of research findings. Projects may arise out of ideas from the proposing company, or MLA may seek expressions of interest to advance the development of innovations arising from our R&D programs.
Those wishing to apply may submit a project outline using the preliminary project application form available from MLA's website at www.mla.com.au (go to "Research & Development" and select "funding opportunities"). If the concept is well advanced, a full project application form should be completed. Alternatively you can email an application form request to applications@mla.com.au
Rather than inviting applications from a broad section of the public, the Foundation will each year identify potential candidates for grants in the Foundation's nominated priority area.
The Foundation's current priority area of focus is Projects focussed on the health risks for young people arising out of obesity, such as diabetes, and other related health issues.
Although organisations should no longer apply to the Foundation for a grant, if an organisation has a project which relates to the Foundation's current priority area, it may register a request to be considered by the Foundation by lodging a Project Notification. Further details are on the website. Please submit your application through the Monash Research Office.
Any Project Notification received by the Foundation will be considered at the Foundation's Board meetings held in October 2007 and April 2008. As such Project Notifications must be submitted for notification by 30 September 2007 and 31 March 2008 respectively. The Foundation's Board meets approximately four times per year, and accordingly a period of some months may elapse between lodgment of a Project Notification and it being selected for detailed consideration.
The Macquarie Group Foundation focuses its resources in six core areas - the arts, education, environment, health care, health research and welfare. We are also committed to projects specifically aimed at supporting indigenous communities.
The Foundation's funding criteria is flexible and open. We welcome applications from a diverse range of community organisations that are working in innovative ways to provide long-term benefits. Funding levels are flexible and are dictated by the needs of the organisation and funding availability. Each application is assessed on its individual merit.
Applications are accepted throughout the year, however please allow a turnaround time of approximately six months. Applications will be acknowledged in writing within one month of receipt.
Each year grants of over $5 million are now given to a wide spectrum of Victorian charities. The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust has eight program areas to which it makes grants; Aged Persons Care and Support, Arts, Culture and Heritage, Community Support, Disabled Care and Support, Education, Employment and Vocational Training, Environment, Health and Medical Research.
The Helen MacPherson Smith Trust have now imposed application limits. Universities can submit a maximum of two applications in total, across the University. The HMST has agreed to assist the Monash Research Office with the preliminary selection process. All Monash applications MUST be sent through the MRO. Researchers interested in applying need to submit a signed MRO Cover-Sheet, and Full Application along with the HMST Summary Form (available from the HMST website) to the MRO. Summary forms will then be forwarded onto the HMST who will advise the MRO which two applications are most likely to received funding (this does not guarantee funding). The MRO will then forward onto the HMST the Full Applications for these short-listed projects.
The process for the Jan 2010 round will proceed according to the dates below. 11 Jan 2009 - All interested Monash researchers submit MRO cover sheet, full application and HMST summary forms to MRO. (summary forms available from HMST website) MRO sends summary forms ONLY to HMST. HMST advise MRO which 2 Monash applications they are most interested in (20 Jan). MRO sends advice to Monash researchers and the 2 selected for final submission may make any last adjustments to their applications. The 2 Monash researchers submit their final applications (if changes have been made) to MRO for signature (27 Jan). MRO sends 2 applications via Express Post to arrive at HMST by 31 Jan 2010.
The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust has resolved to make a significant direct contribution towards assisting the restoration of community life in the rural townships damaged or destroyed by the February 2009 bushfires across Victoria. In response to the bushfires tragedy, the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust has established a special $2 million HMS Bushfires Grants Fund. This fund is made available in addition to the Trust’s normal grant rounds.
Grants normally would cover programs or projects for the duration of one year, but grants for a period of up to three years will be considered if deemed appropriate.
The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust has resolved to make a significant direct contribution towards assisting the restoration of community life in the rural townships damaged or destroyed by the February 2009 bushfires across Victoria. In response to the bushfires tragedy, the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust has established a special $2 million HMS Bushfires Grants Fund. This fund is made available in addition to the Trust’s normal grant rounds.
Grants normally would cover programs or projects for the duration of one year, but grants for a period of up to three years will be considered if deemed appropriate.
International Program: Global Security and Sustainability
06/04/2009
International Program: Global Security and Sustainability
The Program on Global Security and Sustainability seeks to protect the security and well-being of people and the environment around the world. To meet these broad objectives, the international program focuses on several areas of concern. The Foundation works to encourage peace within and among countries, conserve global biological diversity, support responsible reproductive choices and reduction of maternal mortality, and protect human rights and strengthen the system of international justice.
Letters of inquiry are invited at any time, with the following exceptions: Concept papers for the International Peace and Security Asia - Security Initiative Policy Research Grants will be accepted June 1 and December 15, 2009.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 31/12/9999
31/12/9999 Year Round
Library Board of Victoria
State Library Fellowships
24/10/2008
State Library Fellowships
The State Library of Victoria administers a number of research programs. These range from fellowships to benefit those working in the creative and scholarly spheres, scholarships to promote high standards and leadership in the public library sector and professional development fellowships for teachers.
The Lasker Medical Research Awards will be offered in three categories in 2010: Basic Medical Research, Clinical Medical Research, and Special Achievement. The Lasker Foundation welcomes nominations of outstanding women and minorities.
Please visit the Lasker Foundation website for full details on how to submitt a nomination.
Land & Water Australia has a significant research portfolio of around 300 projects and more than 1600 research projects have been completed during the Corporation's history.
The Lalor Foundation postdoctoral fellowship program supports promising new researchers in establishing scientific and teaching careers. The mission of the program is to support these researchers early in their work so that they can become independently funded in the field of mammalian reproductive biology as related to the regulation of fertility.
Grants will be $35,000 per year for coverage of fellowship stipend, fringes, and institutional overhead. Renewal for one additional year is possible under special circumstances. Feel free to contact fellowshipmanager @ gmafoundations.com with any questions.
Information for Research Grants, Postgraduate and Postdoc students and Visiting Researchers.
24/10/2008
Information for Research Grants, Postgraduate and Postdoc students and Visiting Researchers.
Karolinska Institutet is one of Europe's largest medical universities. It is also Sweden's largest centre for medical training and research. The Institutes mission is to improve the health of mankind through research and education stemming from top-quality research activities. The Karolinska Istitute conducts more than 40 per cent of all academic medical research in Sweden.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
JDRF Beta Cell Replacement Initiative in Australia 2009
28/09/2009
JDRF Beta Cell Replacement Initiative in Australia 2009
JDRF Australia intends to direct up to AUD2.2 million over two years to fund Pilot and Feasibility Studies and Collaborative Research Grants addressing the basic science surrounding pre-clinical approaches to improve current state of the art islet transplantation techniques. Only investigators in institutes based in Australia are eligible.
JDRF Requests Letters of Intent (LOI) for proposals focusing on the discovery of therapeutic approaches to reprogram somatic cells to perform the functions of beta cells. Although not required, applicants are encouraged to consult with JDRF Program Staff prior to submission of a Letter of Intent to notify of their intent to apply and discuss the responsiveness of their proposal to this program, by the 30th September.
Reprogramming for Beta Cell Replacement and Regeneration Therapies - Guidelines
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Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Reprogramming for Beta Cell Replacement and Regeneration Therapies - LOI - 2009
28/09/2009
Reprogramming for Beta Cell Replacement and Regeneration Therapies - LOI - 2009
JDRF is soliciting proposals that have the potential to support reprogramming of non-beta cells to functional beta cells either in vivo to restore beta cell function or in vitro for transplantation in type I diabetes.
Letters of Intent are being solicited to be able to provide advice about the most appropriate grant mechanism. Although not required, applicants are encouraged to consult with JDRF Program Staff prior to submission of a Letter of Intent to notify of their intent to apply and discuss the responsiveness of their proposal to this program. Enquiries in this regard should be directed to Andrew Rakeman, Ph.D. (arakeman@jdrf.org, +1-212-479-7664) or Albert Hwa, Ph.D. (ahwa@jdrf.org, +1-212-479-7663) by September 30, 2009.
Letters of Intent should be submitted no later than December 15, 2009 at 11.59 p.m. EST on proposalCENTRAL (http://proposalcentral.altum.com/default.asp?GMID=16). For questions regarding submission, please contact grantsupport@jdrf.org.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 15/12/2009
31/12/9999 Year Round
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Clinical Investigations Research Grant
08/01/2008
Clinical Investigations Research Grant
Intended to support clinical research programs that exceed the fiscal limitation of the JDRF regular grant mechanism and/or do not fit the structure of the Center or Program Project Grant mechanisms.
Clinical Investigation Research Grant LOIs and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Advanced postdoctoral fellowship 2010
13/11/2009
Advanced postdoctoral fellowship 2010
The Advanced Postdoctoral Fellowship program is designed to attract qualified and promising health scientists, to provide an opportunity to receive full time research training, and to assist these promising individuals in transitioning from a fellowship to an independent (faculty-level) position.
Note: JDRF no longer requires hardcopy applications - You MUST however print a completed Signature Page, obtain all required signatures, scan the signed Signature Page as a PDF and include as part as your application uploads.
Funding Category:
1
Cat. Description: International ACGR Portfolio: Non-Commonwealth Schemes Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 20/01/2010
10/01/2010 5 weeks 5 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Career development Award 2010
13/11/2009
Career development Award 2010
JDRF fosters the development and productivity of the best and the brightest established independent researchers who will bridge the gap between the bench and bedside. The primary purpose of the Career Development Award is to attract qualified and promising scientists early in their faculty careers and to give them the opportunity to establish themselves in areas that reflect the JDRF research emphasis areas.
Note: JDRF no longer requires hardcopy applications - You MUST however print a completed Signature Page, obtain all required signatures, scan the signed Signature Page as a PDF and include as part as your application uploads.
Funding Category:
3
Cat. Description: International Major Scheme Type: Other
Granting Body Closing Date: 20/01/2010
10/01/2010 5 weeks 5 days
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRFI)
Early career patient-oriented diabetes research award 2010
13/11/2009
Early career patient-oriented diabetes research award 2010
The JDRF Early Career Patient-Oriented Diabetes Research Award will provide crucial support to investigators who plan to pursue a career in diabetes-related clinical investigation. These prestigious awards are made in the later stages of training and include the ability for recipients to transition to independent faculty or research appointments. The award has a five-year term.
Note: JDRF no longer requires hardcopy applications - You MUST however print a completed Signature Page, obtain all required signatures, scan the signed Signature Page as a PDF and include as part as your application uploads.
