new_funding_opportunities

New Funding Opportunities

 

Alcohol Education & Rehabilitation Foundation Ltd
CLOSING DATE
Open

There are three small grants (up to $20,000 each ) in Training, Conference Attendance and Conference Sponsorships.  Please refer to Training Information and Application form, Conference Attendance Application Form, and Conference Sponsorship Application Form.

Your application will be acknowledged upon receipt by AER. Applications will be assessed every 6-8 weeks (please ensure adequate processing time is allowed).

Please forward eight hard copies of  your application together with a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.  

Coopers Brewery Foundation -

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE
MAY 22, 2008

 


Please refer to the funding application guidelines.

Please contact the Foundation Office on 1300 664 344 if you would like to discuss
whether your particular project is eligible and to obtain an application form.

Please forward two hard copies together with the CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

 

Australian Nuclear Science & Technology Organisation/DEST - Access to Major Research Facilities Program (AMRFP)

CLOSING DATE Open

AMRFP which is administered by ANSTO supports travel by Australian researchers to major international research facilities. For further details please refer to website. Please refer to the Information package and the application form.

One electronic copy of completed proposal and report should be emailed to Ms Lara Pilley at lpi@ansto.gov.au.  Please forward two hard copies of application to the Research Secretariat together with a CYWHS Coversheet.

Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute

Closed

 

Stream Seven of The Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute's Research Program is now being called. Linkage and Exchange Travelling Fellowships will provide the opportunity for eligible applicants, who were actively associated with a Stream Four project to share lessons learned in Australia and to facilitate policy exchange and collaboration internationally.
Refer to their website and the Information package.

Please forward your application and relevant supporting material electronically to Director.aphcri@anu.edu.au by Friday 18th April, 2008..

Please forward 7 hard copies of your application (if CATHS) and 6 hard copies (non CATHS) together with the CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat by Friday 10th April, 2008.

Australian Research Council

- The Discovery Indigenous Researchers Development Funding rules for funding commencing in 2008

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE - APRIL 27, 2007

Through the Discovery Indigenous Researchers Development Scheme, Indigenous Australian researchers and postgraduate research students will be provided with salary support to develop research expertise and experience to a level that is competitive with applicants for mainstream funding. Please refer to ARC web site at: http://www.arc.gov.au/ncgp/dird/dird_default.htm.

Please refer to the General Information and Instruction document.

Please complete your application form on GAMS. Please forward four hard copies (if CATHS) of your application, three hard copies (non CATHS) to the Research Secretariat together with a CYWHS Coversheet prior to 27th April, 2007.


US Department of Defence - The Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP)

Various closing dates

 

This program could be of interest to bio-life scientists, therapeutic pharmacology, medical-oncology, pediatric, neurology, and clinical researchers.  Please note the submission process is a two-step process, consisting of (1) a pre-application submission through the CDMRP eReceipt system (https://cdmrp.org/) and (2) a proposal submission through Grants.gov (http://www.grants.gov/).


* Concept Awards Information (pre-application due externally 30/3/2007), Proposal submission deadline is externally Tuesday 17th April, 2007
* Investigator-Initiated Research Awards Information (pre-application due externally 19/4/2007), Proposal submission deadline is externally Tuesday 15th May, 2007
*New Investigator Award Information (pre-application due externally 19/4/2007) , Proposal submission deadline is externally Tuesday 15th May, 2007

Refer: http://cdmrp.army.mil/funding/nfrp.htm.
Please forward one hard copy of your application to the CYWHS Research Secretariat
together with your CYWHS Coversheet

Wellcome Trust - Biomedical Project Grants/Fellowships

Various closing dates

 

The following streams are available for grant applications - Immunology and Infectious Disease, Populations and Public Health, Neuroscience and Mental Health, Physiological Sciences, Molecules, Genes and Cells.

Please refer to the general information sheet.

As there are a variety of deadlines for the above grants/fellowships, will you please contact  08-8161 8175 or cywhs.resgrantsofficer@cywhs.sa.gov.au to discuss your particular application process.

 

The Clive and Vera Ramaciotti Foundation - Expression of Interest

Major Initiative for Biomedical Research in Australia

Annual

Opens April 1 2008

EXTERNAL CLOSING DATE 30th June 2008.

The Foundation has allocated $1,000,000 to be applied for a single major initiative in biomedical research in all states excluding New South Wales. Groups of individuals undertaking biomedical research are invited to lodge an expression of interest for funds to provide senior staff, equipment, major infrastructure improvements or new laboratories that would facilitate progress in an existing well funded program of research or would enable a major new program to commence.  Please refer to the general information sheet (50kb). 

Please email your one page outline to philanthropy@perpetual.com.au with one hard copy and a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

 

Thrasher Research Fund

open

Cycle #2 of the New Researcher Award Program for 2007 for the Thrasher Research Fund is due to close in June 2007.  The program encourages the development of medical research in child health.  Please refer to the information page re eligibility, submission of the concept paper and submission requirements

Please email your concept application to resgrantsofficer@cywhs.sa.gov.au. Please submit a hard copy and a CYWHS Coversheet to the CYWHS Research Secretariat.

 

Apex Foundation for Research into Intellectual Disability Limited

Research Grants

CLOSING EXTERNALLY 31 JULY 2007

Individuals or research teams can apply for grants to the Foundation in support of new or existing research projects in 2008. Workers in disciplines (educational, epidemiological, medical, biological, psychological, sociological etc) which are concerned with the causes, diagnosis, prevention or treatment of intellectual disability and allied conditions may be awarded an grant. Preference will be given to research projects which may relate to causes and/or prevention of these conditions.

Only research to be carried out within the Commonwealth of Australia may be awarded a grant.  Approximately $80,000 will be available for distribution.

Application is made by completion of the Application Form, which can be requested by emailing Mr Kevin Morrish, Honorary Secretary at kmo18931@bigpond.net.au.

Please submit one hard copy of your application form together with a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

 

Apex Foundation for Research into Intellectual Disability Limited

Studentships

CLOSING INTERNALLY 24 MAY 2007

Applications for studentships from tertiary students who are studying for degrees below the level of doctorate within Australia, and who are preparing thesis as part of their studies are welcome at the Foundation. There are three studentships to the value of $2,000 each available for 2007.  The funds may be applied to either technical or personal expenses.

The subject of the thesis must be related to intellectual disability, and that the thesis plan has been approved by the Department or Faculty within which the student is working.

A letter setting out a description of the studies being undertaken and a typed copy of the thesis plan, together with a supporting letter from the Head of the relevant Department with be your application.

Please forward two hard copies of your application together with your CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

American Respiratory Care Foundation

International Fellowships in Respiratory Care

ONLINE EXTERNAL CLOSING DATE OF 2 JULY, 2007

The American Respiratory Care Foundation has established the Fellowships to assist health care professionals from outside the United States in visits to the United States to observe the practice of respiratory care as it is performed in a variety of settings, and visit the educational programs that teach it.  Refer to the information sheet (103kb) for more details on eligibility and itinerary details.

Please note that the online application form (253kb) needs to be completed by July 2, 2007.  Please forward one hard copy of the application together with the CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

 

American Respiratory Care Foundation

Research Fellowships

ONLINE EXTERNAL CLOSING DATE OF 1 JUNE 2007

The AARC International Respiratory Congress is from 1-4 December 2007 in Orlando, Florida USA. The ARCF Trustees will select fellows from researchers having high quality abstracts accepted for presentation to the Congress. Awards may consist of a cash award, plaque, airfare, one night accommodation and registration for the Congress.

Please refer to general guidelines (68kb) for information (64kb) on the online submissions process.

Please forward one hard copy of your submission together with a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat Office.

American Association for Respiratory Care

Research Program

 

 

The AARC Research Program's primary purpose is to sponsor research initiatives which can document the clinical and economic impact of respiratory care practitioners in the delivery of health care. Funding will be considered for clinical trials and effectiveness research to determine how clinical interventions by respiratory care practitioners affect overall health of patients.

Please refer to the guidelines (68kb) for more information. A "Research Plan Abstract" (57kb) will be required to be submitted by individuals who intend to apply for funding. Please forward two hard copies of the Abstract of Research Plan to the Research Secretariat prior to 9am on 18th May, 2007.

Neurosurgical Research Foundation

NRF Grants 2007

closed 31st March 08

 

The NRF is now calling for applications from neurosurgeons/neuroscientists to support neurosurgical research in projects that are conducted in collaboration with a chief investigator who will be based in Adelaide. Individual grants will not exceed $30,000. A separate category of research into trigeminal neuralgia has been created thanks to a bequest by the late Mrs Dulcie Moten.

Please refer to the guidelines (42kb) and cover letter (33kb).

Please forward original and six copies to the Research Secretariat office together with the CYWHS Coversheet.

 

Australian Institute of Political Science

2007-2008 Young Tall Poppy Science Awards

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE 8TH JUNE, 2007

The Australian Institute of Political Science established The Tall Poppy Campaign to promote awareness of Australia’s intellectual achievements. The Young Tall Poppy Science Awards is an important component of the Campaign which recognise the achievements of outstanding young researchers in the sciences including physical, biomedical, applied sciences, engineering and technology.

Please refer to the guidelines (181kb) and the nomination form (222kb).

Please forward two hard copies of the completed nomination form together with a brief cv (2-3 pages) on the nominee to the Research Secretariat. Please also attach a CYWHS Coversheet

Perpetual - Clive & Vera Ramaciotti Foundation

General Awards

Applications open on 1st April and close externally on June 30, 2007.

There are two types of gifts available for groups or individuals undertaking biomedical research within universities, public hospitals, medical research institutes or other institutes approved by the Trustee. These gifts are for Establishment and Major Equipment.

Please refer to the award guidelines (73kb).

Applications are to be lodged via the website no later than 30 June.

Please forward one hard copy of the application form to the CYWHS Research Secretariat together with a CYWHS Coversheet


Perpetual - Clive & Vera Ramaciotti Foundation

Medal for Excellence in Biomedical Research

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE OF 9AM ON 22ND JUNE, 2007


The award is designed to honour a person who made an outstanding discovery in clinical or experimental biomedical research that has had an important impact on biomedical science, clinical medicine, or the way in which health care is delivered.

Three main conditions of the award are -
- greater part of the work leading to the discovery must have been conducted in Australia
- the Ramaciotti Foundations must have previously given support to the nominated person
- the nominated person must still be actively engaged in research

For further details please refer to the award guidelines (73kb).

Please forward two hard copies of your submission together with a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

2007 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes

Changes to the Medical Research Prize sponsored by the NSW Office for Science and Medical Research

OPEN

EXTERNAL CLOSING DATE OF 5PM FRIDAY   2 MAY, 2008

The Medical Research Prize has been expanded and is now focusing on an individual or research team for outstanding, ground-breaking medical research in cardiovascular disease.

Refer to http://www.australianmuseum.net.au/eureka/prizes/research/Medical_Research.cfm for details.

Please note that the online entry form is to be submitted before 5pm on Friday 4 May, 2007.. Keep a hard copy of the online submission. Prepare six hard copies of your application as per the guidelines and forward to the Research Secretariat together with the CYWHS Coversheet.

Rebecca L Cooper Medical Research Foundation Scholarship

 

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE 25TH JULY 2007

Closed


The Rebecca L Cooper Medical Research Foundation is offering a scholarship, to commence in 2008, for young science and medical graduates. The Scholarship will be granted for the undertaking of a thesis study in the medical applications of Genetic Research at a recognised Australian University. The Scholarship is intended to support basic and clinical research training within Australian reseatch units and as a precursor to more advanced study in Australia and/or overseas.

The Scholarship will be granted for one year and be renewable for 3 years depending on satisfactory progress. Applicants should be about to commence their PhD or be in their first year.

Applications close internally on 25th July
Please email your application to resgrantsofficer@cywhs.sa.gov.au. Applicants should include a 2-3 page summary of their research proposal, their CV, as well as a letter from their proposed supervisor and one other referee.

Rebecca L Cooper Medical Research Foundation Scholarship

 

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE 2ND OCTOBER 2007

closed

 

In 2008, grants will be available for research in the fields of Brain Sciences, Diabetes, Geriatrics, Lung Diseases (excl cancer), Rheumatology, Vision Sciences and in the medical application of Genetic Research. The value of the grants is between $8000 and $20000. These limits will be strictly adhered to and is preferably, but not exclusively, for specific equipment.

Guidelines and application forms are available from the Foundation's website.

Applications close internally on 2nd October.

Please submit 7 hard copies and a CYWHS coversheet http://www.wch.sa.gov.au/research/funding/documents/coversheet_05.doc to the CYWHS Research Secretariat.coversheet_05
For further information on either of these funding opportunities, please visit www.cooperfoundation.org.au

2009 Endeavour Programme

OPEN 9th April 2008

 

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE JULY 2008

Endeavour Executive Awards
These awards provide professional development opportunities for high achieving executives in business, industry, education or government. They enable Australians to undertake professional development in the Asia-Pacific region and executives from the region to come to Australia for similar attachments.


Endeavour Postgraduate & Postdoctoral Awards
These awards offer Australian Universities and allied research bodies to develop new international research linkages and strengthen current arrangements. These awards enable high achieving international researchers to undertake postgraduate and postdoctoral study or research at Australian universities. They also enable Australians to undertake research offshore, particularly with their counterpart institutions in the Asia-Pacific region.

The application period for all Endeavour awards is now open with applications closing internally on 25th July. Please forward applications to CYWHS Research Secretariat in accordance with award guidelines.

Further information can be found on the Endeavour Programme website:
www.endeavour.dest.gov.au

NHMRC - Palliative Care Research Program Round 3

Research Development Grants

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE OF 30TH MAY 2008

External closing date 12th June

Emerging investigators and new research teams who wish to develop capacity and significant research careers in palliative care are invited to apply.

For further information (139kb) and to download the application (233kb) form please go to http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/funding/types/granttype/strategic/palliative_rnd3/index.htm

For CATHS staff, name the University of Adelaide as the administering institute and forward three hard copies, one pdf copy and two copies of a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

For non CATHS staff, please forward two hard copies, one pdf copy and a completed CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

Australian Respiratory Council

Ann Woolcock Fellowship

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE 24TH SEPTEMBER 2007

 

The Ann Woolcock Fellowship is a 4 year full-time postdoctoral fellowship in biomedical, clinical or public health research relevant to tuberculosis, respiratory diseases due to other infections, or respiratory diseases related to tobacco use. Research which also addresses community issues or the health of disadvantaged groups is of particular interest.

For further information and to access the application form please go to http://www.thearc.org

Applications must be lodged with ARC electronically (see Instruction Booklet). In addition, the original single-sided A4 application must be submitted to ARC by the due date.

Please forward two hard copies of your completed application together with a CYWHS Coversheet to the Research Secretariat.

Australian Respiratory Council

Harry Windsor Research Grants Scheme

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE 2ND NOVEMBER 2007

These awards are being offered nationally to support research in tuberculosis, respiratory diseases related to other infections and smoking-related respiratory diseases.  Projects which also address community issues or the health of disadvantaged groups are particularly encouraged.

Grants will be made for projects which were submitted to the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in 2007 and which have been assessed as fundable by the NHMRC but have missed the cut-off mark for funding in 2008.

In order to apply for a grant, the Chief Investigator of a project is only required to send the Application ID Number and the Original Title of their grant application submitted to NHMRC in 2007 to research@thearc.org.au 

For further information, please go to http://www.thearc.org

   

 

 

 

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