Research Branch Newsletter - Main Body

News and Information

Title

One Day Conference - Grants and the Funding Agreement in the Public Sector

Type

Faculty

Internal Due Date

CURRENT

Research Branch Mailing List

The Research Branch has established a mailing list for researchers interested in research related news. The list circulates information on the major schemes and other funding opportunities, information sessions, prizes, general information relevant to researchers, as well as the Research Branch newsletter.

You can subscribe and find information regarding the subscription here http://list.adelaide.edu.au/mailman/listinfo/allresearchers-v.researchbranch

Funding Opportunities

The Funding Opportunities page - http://www.adelaide.edu.au/rb/funding/opps.html - on the Research Branch website provides access to all ARC and NHMRC opportunities as well as the rural and natural resources R&D corporations. In addition, you can also access the myriad of other funding opportunities available in the Current List of Funding Opportunities and the Comprehensive List of Funding Opportunities. Also, you might like to look further at the funding opportunity databases listed such as SPIN or Grants.Gov.

2008 DEEWR Publications Collection

Internal Deadline

Researchers and school coordinators are reminded that DEEWR (formerly DEST) publications are due in Research Branch by the end of March. We expect to receive and check over 2500 papers before the June deadline.

Many thanks to those coordinators who have begun to submit papers on a progressive basis.

More information can be found on our website at

http://www.adelaide.edu.au/rb/pub/

Professional Grant Proposal Writing Workshop

Internal Deadline

(1) Fundamentals of Program Planning

This course is centered on the belief that "it's all about the program." This intensive course will teach professional program development essentials and program evaluation. While most grant writing "workshops" treat program development and evaluation as separate from the writing of a proposal, this class will teach students the relationship between overall program planning and grant writing.

(2) Professional Grant Writing

Designed for both the novice and experienced grant writer, this course will make each student an overall proposal writing specialist. In addition to teaching the basic components of a grant proposal, successful approaches, and the do's and don'ts of grant writing, this course is infused with expert principles that will lead to a mastery of the process. Strategy resides at the forefront of this course's intent to illustrate grant writing as an integrated, multidimensional, and dynamic endeavour. Each student will learn to stop writing the grant and to start writing the story. Ultimately, this class will illustrate how each component of the grant proposal represents an opportunity to use proven techniques for generating support.

(3) Grant Research

At its foundation, this course will address the basics of foundation, corporation, and government grant research. However, this course will teach a strategic funding research approach that encourages students to see research not as something they do before they write a proposal, but as an integrated part of the grant seeking process. Students will be exposed to online and database research tools, as well as publications and directories that contain information about foundation, corporation, and government grant opportunities. Focusing on funding sources and basic social science research, this course teaches students how to use research as part of a strategic grant acquisition effort.

Registration

$997.00 USD tuition includes all materials and certificates.

The Grant Institute

Grants 101: Professional Grant Proposal Writing Workshop

will be held at the University of Technology, Sydney

June 23 - 25, 2008

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Complete the online registration form at www.thegrantinstitute.com under Register Now. We'll send your confirmation by e-mail.

One Day Conference - Grants and the Funding Agreement in the Public Sector

Internal Deadline

The purpose of this conference is to address key issues and strategies in managing grants and funding agreements in the public sector.

The conference is held on Wednesday, July 30 at the Stamford Plaza, Adelaide

Further details can be found on this flyer

Pfizer Australia Research Fellowship

Internal Deadline

Details found here - http://pfizer.com.au/ResearchFellowships/Selection.aspx

Relevant Research Branch contact - Health

The Commonwealth Fund-Harkness Fellowships in Health Care Policy

Deadline

The Commonwealth Fund's Harkness Fellowships in Health Care Policy provide a unique opportunity for mid-career health services researchers and practitioners from Australia to spend up to 12 months in the United States, conducting original research and working with leading U.S. health policy experts. Harkness Fellowships are designed for mid-career professionals who are committed to advancing health policy and practice in The Commonwealth Fund's principal areas of interest: improving health insurance coverage and access to care; and improving the quality and efficiency of health care services. Projects may include comparisons between the United States and the applicant's home country.

Each Harkness Fellowship provides up to U.S. $107,000. This amount covers:
1. Roundtrip airfare to the United States; A fixed monthly stipend for U.S. living expenses; Set up and shipping allowances;
2. Support toward the portion of the project conducted in the home country, if appropriate;
3.Funds for project-related travel, case studies, conferences and research expenses;
4.Travel funds to attend the Harkness Fellows Orientation, Commonwealth Fund International Symposium on Health Care Policy; Washington Health Policy Briefing, Canadian Health Policy Briefing, Final Reporting Seminar, and Academy Health Annual Research Meeting;
5.Institutional allowance for US mentor/placement; Health insurance coverage while in the United States; U.S. and state taxes.

FAQ's and more information regarding application is available at : http://www.commonwealthfund.org/fellowships/fellowships_list.htm?attrib_id=9157

Relevant Research Branch contact - Don McMaster (#33347) don.mcmaster@adelaide.edu.au

The Garnett Passe and Rodney Williams Memorial Foundation Fellowships and Awards commencing 2009

Internal Deadline

For a summary of all Grants and Fellowships can be found here

Overseas Research Fellowships - details and application found here
Research Training Award - details and application found here
Research Scholarship - details and application found here
Project Grants - details and application found here
Grants-In-Aid - details and application found here
Senior/Principal Research Fellowship in Otorhinolaryngology - details and application found here

All Awards are due 22 August, 2008

Relevant Research Branch contact - Health

Flagship Clusters,CSIRO Flagship Collaboration Fund. Round 4, 2008

Internal Deadline

Specifications, application forms and contact details are available at: www.csiro.au/flagships/clusters

Proposals are invited for the following 10 Clusters: Climate Adaptation Flagship

1. Human health and climate change adaptation

2. Regional adaptation to climate change - south east Queensland Minerals Down Under Flagship

3. Integrated modelling for mineral system discovery

4. Future sustainability of Australia's minerals industry

5. Mineral pre-processing technologies

6. Human systems integration in technologically advanced mining operations Niche Manufacturing Flagship

7. Sensor systems for real-time analysis of aquatic environments Preventative Health Flagship 8. Advanced solutions for human central neurodegenerative diseases Water for a Healthy Country Flagship

9. Ecological sustainability in the Lower Lakes of the Murray River Wealth from Oceans Flagship

10. Addressing institutional and social barriers to science impact

Relevant Research Branch Contact - The Science Pod

Research Grants-in-Aid Program 2009 (Expression of Interest Applications)- Leukaemia Foundation

Internal Deadline

Further details found here - http://www.leukaemia.org.au/web/research/researchgrants.php

Cardiovascular Disease and Depression Strategic Research Program- Call for applications for funding commencing in 2009

Internal Deadline

The Heart Foundation and beyondblue: the national depression initiative are partnering to fund strategic research of up to $3.5M in the area of depression and cardiovascular disease. 

Applications for funding are invited from researchers who would like to pursue research in this area. The program will support quality research that is practical, with specific endpoints and clearly defined pathways to care

Grants of one to five years duration with a total funding value of $10,000 - $3,500,000 (exclusive of GST) are invited. Funding will be awarded based on relevance, project potential, merit/feasibility and track record. The Heart Foundation and beyondblue may fund a combination of large and small projects using the criteria of relevance and quality as crucial elements of the final funding decision(s).

Further information can be found at: http://www.beyondblue.org.au/index.aspx?link_id=6.876
and
http://www.heartfoundation.org.au/Professional_Information/Research/
Available_Funding/ Strategic_Research.htm

 

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Research Foundation Inc (SA)- Outline Submission

Internal Deadline

The Sudden Infant Death Research Foundation (SIDRF) call for applications for research support (which might include granting of Research Fellowships) in the field of sudden death in infancy twice a year in February and August.

Further information can be found at: http://www.sidsandkids.org/research-information.html

Motor Neurone Disease Research Grants 2009

Internal Deadline

The Motor Neurone Disease Research Institute of Australia provided $480,000 for research relevant to MND in 2008.  It is hoped that even more than this will be available to support research projects in 2009.

Research grants allocated by the MND Research Institute of Australia are mostly grants-in-aid and doctoral fellowships. Two PhD Scholarships commencing 2009 will be offered in partnership with NHMRC

Further information can be found at: http://www.mndresearch.asn.au/grants_in_aid.html

Australian Rotary Health Research Fund- Application for Research Grants

Internal Deadline

Evaluating Service Provision in Mental Health
AND
Evaluating Service Provision in Rural Health (in any medical field)

The Australian Rotary Health Research Fund (ARHRF) invites applications from teams of researchers/service providers/clinicians/consumers & carers, for funding to evaluate new or existing interventions/services designed to restore or promote the mental or rural medical health of Australians.

ARHRF'S Goals:
a)To provide financial support to Research Projects within Australia which will enhance the Health of the Community;   b)To stimulate research activities within Australia by facilitating communication between participants in specified fields;  c)To encourage projects which may have a practical outcome capable of being applied by community groups.

Further information and applications can be found at:
http://www.arhrf.org.au/sub1.asp?pageName=Current%20Opportunities

Research Innovator Grants in Pancreatic Cancer 2009- The Cancer Council NSW

Deadline

The Cancer Council NSW (TCCNSW) has developed a new granting scheme, known as Innovator Grants, to promote the development and sharing of innovative cancer research ideas, which address agreed research goals in pancreatic cancer.

Innovator Grants offer opportunities for researchers of any background that have a strong commitment to research, have demonstrated their potential to undertake high quality scientific research and have an ability to identify novel ways to answer pressing questions for improving patient outcomes.

The Cancer Council NSW seeks proposals from all areas of basic, clinical, public health practice, behavioural, and epidemiological research. Proposals should be for innovative and original research projects of high quality and potential.  The projects must be aligned to the research goals in pancreatic cancer that have been identified through one of The Cancer Council’s Strategic Research Partnerships 

Further information and application instructions can be found at:
http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/editorial.asp?pageid=2433

Wildlife Conservation Fund Grants- Department of Environment and Heritage

Internal Deadline

Wildlife Conservation Fund grants money annually for conservation and research projects concerned with South Australia’s biodiversity.

Projects should be capable of completion within one year, although continuing support may be available for projects of up to three years in duration where project brief and costings are supplied. Research institutions are encouraged to apply for supervised project funding at the Honours Degree, Masters Degree and PhD levels.

Further information can be found at: http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/biodiversity/research.html#wildlife_cons

Research Funding 2008/09-Australian Antarctic Division

Internal Deadline

Marine mammals interact with humans in a diverse manner. In order to identify and effectively manage the interactions that might require some alteration to human activities the Australian Government requires an understanding of the status of the marine mammal species (population structure, distribution, abundance and trend), the nature and extent of the interaction and the options for, and likely effectiveness of, mitigation strategies.

In this third funding round the Australian Marine Mammal Centre (AMMC) seeks proposals that deliver the highest quality science outcomes to address the most pressing marine mammal management needs. Priority will be given to those proposals that address the three key needs.

Further information regarding guidelines and application can be found at: http://www.aad.gov.au/default.asp?casid=34748

General Research Grants - Criminology Research Council

Internal Deadline

The Criminology Research Council funds research grants to individuals or organisations wishing to undertake policy-relevant criminology research. The Council and encourages research that involves collaborative funding by other agencies and sources.

Applicants must provide a detailed list of all items for which support is being sought. Items should indicate the cost of GST as a separate item in the proposed budget. Please group each item according to the categories listed in the application form.

Further information can be found at: http://www.criminologyresearchcouncil.gov.au/applications/

Pilot Grants - The Alliance for Lupus Research (ALR)

Internal Deadline

The Pilot Grant program serves as seed funding to support efforts that reflect innovative approaches and techniques and aid in the development of necessary pilot data. Applications in the following areas are particularly encouraged
1. human investigation
2. research that takes advantage of existing or planned collections of patients or clinical materials
3. grants that seek to identify or characterize putative biomarkers
4. functional validation project that take advantage of previously published genome wide association studies to determine which candidate genes/variants have au authentic role in human lupus and
5. project exploring the molecular pathways modulated by candidate genes/variants that may be pertinent to human lupus.

Further information can be found at: http://www.lupusresearch.org/research/Pilot.html

Seventh Research Framework Programme (FP7) - Energy Call (European Commission)

Internal Deadline

The Seventh Framework Programme (FP7) bundles all research-related EU initiatives together under a common roof playing a crucial role in reaching the European Union’s Lisbon Strategy to become the “most dynamic competitive knowledge-based economy in the world”. The ‘knowledge triangle’ — research, education and innovation — is a core factor in European efforts to meet the ambitious Lisbon goals.

The objectives of FP7 have been grouped into 4 categories: Cooperation, Ideas, People and Capacities. For each objective, a specific programme corresponds to the main areas of EU research policy. All specific programmes work together to promote and encourage the creation of European poles of (scientific) excellence in the European Knowledge Society.

FP7 is made up of 4 main blocks of activities forming 4 specific programmes plus a specific programme on nuclear research and for the Joint Research Centre (JRC):

1. Cooperation — Collaborative research (61% of the budget)
2. Ideas — European Research Council, frontier research actions (14%)
3. People — Human Potential, Marie Curie actions (9%)
4. Capacities — Research capacities (8%)
5. Euratom — Nuclear research and training (5%)
6. Joint Research Centre (3%).

Australia researchers can participate in FP7, but with their own funding. EU funding is only granted in exceptional cases, generally when specifically set out in the relevant work programme.

Projects involving Australian researchers based in Australia that are chosen for funding from the European Commission, may be eligible for NHMRC or International Science Linkages (ISL) support.

VALUE: Collaborative projects are expected to last typically two to five years. However, there is no formal minimum or maximum duration.

Fund Available:

• Renewable Electricity: EUR 42 million
• Renewable Fuel: EUR 35 million
• Clean Coal Technologies and Activity Energy: EUR 20 million
• Smart Energy Networks: EUR 5 million
• Energy Efficiency and Savings: EUR 5 million
• Energy Efficiency and Savings: EUR 40 million
  

The sponsor will not provide funding to meet the University's indirect costs (overheads). The application's budget should not include requests for this purpose. Further details and application guidelines are available at: http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/dc/?fuseaction=usersite.FP7DetailsCallPage&CALL_ID=127#prereg

The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG)

Internal Deadline

The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation (HFG) welcomes proposals from any of the natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of violence, aggression, and dominance. Highest priority is given to research that can increase understanding and amelioration of urgent problems of violence, aggression, and dominance in the modern world.

Guidelines and further information can be found at: http://www.hfg.org/rg/guidelines.htm

The Matsumae International Foundation

Internal Deadline

This fellowship was founded as a result of Dr Shigeyoshi Matsumae's call. The Foundation hopes to accept researchers from as many nations as possible. First priority will be given to the fields of natural science, engineering and medicine. Fellowships are available between April 2009 - March 2010.

For more details about the foundation and the fellowship program, please visit: http://www.mars.dti.ne.jp/~mif/

Australian Development Research Awards 2008 Funding Round

Internal Deadline

AusAID, the Australian Agency for International Development, manages the Australian Government's official overseas aid program. As a part of AusAID's Development Research Strategy, which aims to increase the role of research in contributing to the effectiveness of the aid program, a competitive funding round has been established. AusAID is currently advertising the 2008 Funding Round for the Australian Development Research Awards.

The aim of the Australian Development Research Awards (ADRA) is to attract high quality research that informs policy development and increases the general stock of knowledge around development issues.

The 2008 ADRA Funding Round is open to all Australian and international not-for-profit institutions or organisations where research is a core component of the organisation's mandate.

Proposals should address pertinent and cutting edge questions in development research in the following areas of high priority:

Development Effectiveness
Disability
Economics
Education
Environment
Food Security
Gender
Governance and State Building
Health

Applicants can apply for funding for projects up to three years in duration, with successful proposals eligible to receive between A$50,000 and A$250,000 per year. The Funding Round consists of one stage only. Applicants are invited to submit Online Applications to AusAID by 5pm AEST Friday 29 August 2008.

Guidelines and an Application Form for the completion of research applications are available on the AusAID website. For all further information please visit : http://www.ausaid.gov.au/research/default.cfm

Relevant Research Branch contact - Don McMaster (#33347) don.mcmaster@adelaide.edu.au

Faculty Research Program (Canadian High Commission)

Internal Deadline

The FRP is designed to assist individual academics in higher education institutions to undertake short term research in and about Canada. The purpose is to increase knowledge and understanding of Canada through publication abroad of pertinent articles in the scholarly press.

While applications from all disciplines are accepted, the Canadian High Commission is particularly interested in projects that have policy relevance for Canada and Canada's foreign policy. For instance; Democracy and Rule of Law, Economic Development, Environment, Managing Diversity, North American Partnership, Peace and Security. Comparative studies will be given priority.

Applicants must hold a masters or PhD and be proficient in either English or French.The award will consist of a contribution towards international air fare of up to CDN$2,600 and an allowance of CDN$800 per complete week of stay in Canada to assist with costs of domestic travel and living expenses for a maximum of four weeks. Smaller awards may be made.

For further information regarding application procedure please visit: http://geo.international.gc.ca/asia/australia/study/grants-en.asp#academic

Relevant Research Branch contact - Don McMaster (#33347) don.mcmaster@adelaide.edu.au

Australian Academy of the Humanities- Special Joint Project Funding: Australia and Britain - Travel Grant

Internal Deadline

The Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, and the British Academy will provide support of joint projects between Australian and British scholars.

Funding is generally provided to cover travel and maintenance costs. Projects are expected to be of one year's duration, with a possible extension of one year on reapplication. Reapplication for a further year is permissible however applicants must provide evidence of clear development of the project and understand that they are in competition with new applications. Funding is not intended to cover major research expenses.

One award of up to 8,000 pounds for a project which covers both humanities and social sciences disciplines or two awards of up to 4,000 pounds per project will be available each year to cover travel and maintenance expenses.
The award will be for one year with possible extension upon re-application.

Further information regarding application is available at: http://www.humanities.org.au/Grants/International/Britain/Britain.htm

Relevant Research Branch contact - Don McMaster (#33347) don.mcmaster@adelaide.edu.au

Jean Denton & Lillian De Lissa Scholarships Committee

Internal Deadline

The scholarship is for the purpose of completing postgraduate study or advanced research or a combination of both, within Australia and/or overseas, in an area of early childhood education. The benefit of such studies or research is to advance the knowledge of early childhood education within Australia.

The purpose of the scholarship is to advance knowledge in early childhood education. The scholarship is available to any Australian citizen(s) working in Australia. In 2008, the value of the Jean Denton Memorial Scholarship will be up to a maximum of $16,000: tax exempt.

Further information is available at :
http://www.unisa.edu.au/resdegrees/scholarships/docs/jeandentonmemorial2008.rtf

Invitation for 2008 Clarke Medal (Botany for 2008)

External Deadline

The Clarke Medal is considered for award annually for distinguished work in a natural science done in Australia and its territories. This year's award is in the field of Botany in all aspects, and nominations are called for the names of suitable persons who have contributed significantly to the science of Botany.

The Council requests that every nomination should be accompanied by a list of publications, a full CV, and also by a statement clearly indicating which part of the nominee's work was done in Australia and which part was done overseas.

Agreement of the nominee to his/her nomination must be obtained by the nominator before the submission of the nomination and included in the submission.

Nominations and supporting material should be submitted to The Royal Society of NSW not later than 30th September 2008. One (1) hard copy of the nomination and supporting material should be mailed to the address below. Additionally, to facilitate distribution amongst the judging panel, an electronic copy of the nomination and key supporting material should be emailed to the email address below.

The winner will be announced and the Medal presented at the Annual Dinner of the Royal Society scheduled to be held in March 2009. The winner will be notified atleast two weeks beforehand.

All correspondence should be addressed to : Honorary Secretary, The Royal Society of NSW, Building H47, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY NSW 2006 AUSTRALIA

Electronic copies may be emailed to: info@nsw.royalsoc.org.au marked for attention of the Honorary Secretary Editor.

Award for Research Excellence 2009- GlaxoSmith Kline

Deadline

The GlaxoSmithKine Australia Award for Research Excellence has recognised world-class Australian medical research, and the annual presentation dinner has become a significant event in the Australian research calendar.

Each year GlaxoSmithKline receives applications from researchers around Australia, and the first step in the selection process is the completion of nomination form. The nomination form can be downloaded from here:

http://www.gsk.com.au/research-development_awards-grants_gskaawardforresearchexcellence_nominationform.aspx

Nominations giving full details of the practical application of the work and background of the nominee, together with the names of two referees, should reach the address given below by 1 October 2008.

The Medical Director
GlaxoSmithKline Australia
PO Box 168
Boronia Vic 3155

The ricipient will come from the field of human health. The award is to recognise a researcher with a demonstrated track in human health, and for whom the award will facilitate career development and further achievements with potential importance to human health and Australian research.

The work will have been carried out mainly in Australia. The Award ricipient will be selected by a panel which may include members of GSK Australia and/or senior members of the scientific community. The award is valued at $60,000 to further the scientist's work and knowledge. The closing date for applications is 1 October 2008.

GSK is committed to investing in the development of the innovative Australian research, and to working alongside the scientific community to further this aim.

Invitation for 2008 Edgeworth David Medal

External Deadline

The Edgeworth Medal is awarded to distinguished contributions by a young scientist. The conditions of the Award of the Medal are:
1. The recipient must be under the age of thirty-five years at 1st January, 2008;
2. The Award will be for work done mainly in Australia or its Territories; or, contributing to the advancement of Australian science.

Nominations are called for the names of suitable persons who have contributed significantly to science, including scientific aspects of agriculture, engineering, dentistry, medicine and veterinary science.

The Council requests that every nomination should be accompanied by a list of publications, a full CV, and also by a statement clearly indicating which part of the nominee's work was done in Australia and which part was done overseas.

Agreement of the nominee to his/her nomination must be obtained by the nominator before the submission of the nomination and included in the submission.

Nominations and supporting material should be submitted to The Royal Society of NSW not later than 30th September 2008. One (1) hard copy of the nomination and supporting material should be mailed to the address below. Additionally, to facilitate distribution amongst the judging panel, an electronic copy of the nomination and key supporting material should be emailed to the email address below.

The winner will be announced and the Medal presented at the Annual Dinner of the Royal Society scheduled to be held in March 2009. The winner will be notified atleast two weeks beforehand.

All correspondence should be addressed to : Honorary Secretary, The Royal Society of NSW, Building H47, UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY NSW 2006 AUSTRALIA

Electronic copies may be emailed to: info@nsw.royalsoc.org.au marked for attention of the Honorary Secretary.

2009 Masterclass for Emerging Researchers in Ageing

External Deadline

The ARC/NHMRC Research Network in Ageing Well is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2009 Emerging Researchers in Ageing Masterclass to be held at the University of Queensland on the 05th and 06th February 2009. Confirmed PhD candidates whose research is in the field of ageing are invited to apply for a place in the class.

The two-day program will include sessions with leading academics in the field of ageing from Australia and overseas. Sessions will focus on practical and methodological considerations for PhD students conducting research into ageing, as well as career development options and pathways, how to fund your research, how to promote your research in the media and how to publish your research in the ageing literature. The second day will commence with a networking breakfast which will feature a panel discussion with senior policy makers and leading academics in the field. The Masterclass will culminate with presentations of collaborative projects to be developed by student groups across the two days. A prize will be awarded for the best presentation.

Download a flyer [pdf 32 KB] of the event.

Register your application at http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/survey-intro.zgi?p=WEB227X9TKABEW

2009-10 Round of Academy of Social Sciences in Australia (ASSA) Workshops - Call for proposals

Internal Deadline

The purpose of the Workshop Program is to advance knowledge through in-depth discussion, and to promote its application by the dissemination of workshop outcomes through publication. It is expected that the ideas and research discussed at the workshop will be rigorously debated and that they are open to scrutiny by scholars within the social sciences and others.
1. Numbers are limited to around 15 to 20 participants to allow for meaningful exchange of ideas and extensive in-depth debate.
2. The theme, quality and range of participants, and expected outcomes determine the Academy’s support which has a maximum of $7,500.

Please refer to the website link for more information: http://www.assa.edu.au/Workshop/call.htm