Research Office Newsletter
07 April 2009
Links	News
Research Office Website	From the Director of the Research Office
2009 Research Development Forum Dates	From the Research Office
2009 Research Office Lunchtime Seminar Dates	From the Research Management Policy and Training Development Unit
	From the Office of Sponsored Research
From the Director of the Research Office
Welcome to the first Research Office newsletter for April, bringing an end to arguably the busiest part of the year for staff involved in research management. With ARC Discovery and NHMRC Project grants having closed, emphasis has now moved to ARC Linkage and LIEF and other schemes for 2010 funding. Other major tasks in March included the ARC End of Year Reports and NHMRC financial reports. I thank everyone involved in preparing these reports which involve an immense amount of work and are of vital importance to the ANU's reputation with our major funding bodies. A total of 21 applications were received late last year requesting Major Equipment funds of $3,893,377. Of the 21 applications, the Major Equipment Committee funded 15. The total financial commitment from 2009 MEC funds was $2,360,000. Notifications went out last week and acceptance forms have to be returned to the MEC secretariat by 1st of May 2009. Back to Top
From the Research Office
Research Development Forum (RDF) Date: Wednesday 15 April, 2009 Time: 10:30am -12:00pm Venue: McDonald Room, Menzies Library 2009 Lunchtime Seminar Series - ANU Research Matters The Research Office would like invite you to the next lunchtime seminar: Presenter: Melody Ellis, Research Office Topic: ARC Post-award management Date: Tuesday 21 April Time: 12.30 to 13.30 Venue: Ross Hohnen Room, Chancelry Building (10) For catering purposes, please RSVP to Research.Office@anu.edu.au by 5pm, Friday, 17 April. Back to Top
From the Research Management Policy and Training Development Unit
Future Research Leaders Program The next Future Research Leaders Program, Research Strategy and Planning, will be held from 1.00 – 4.30 pm, Tuesday 5 May. This module aims to: provide researchers with guidance on how to create a research project concept and proposal provide an introduction to the process of planning and managing the research project to its successful completion For registration details please go to: http://www.anu.edu.au/ro/Director_RO/DRO_FRLPpg6.php Back to Top
From the Office of Sponsored Research
ARC Linkage Projects 2010 As you are aware the ARC has recently released the funding rules for Linkage Projects 2010 LP10 will be the first round of applications for any scheme using the new ARC Research Management System, which is replacing GAMS. As previously advised, if you require access or you are having difficulties in using the system, please contact David Lewis in the BSG in the Research Office. For information regarding RMS, please visit http://www.anu.edu.au/ro/OSR/Funding/funding_ARC_GAMS.php 2008 ANU Linkage Pilot Awardees reminder Please be reminded  that it is a condition of the ANU Linkage Pilot award that a submission must be made to the ARC Linkage Projects Scheme within 12 months of receipt of the ANU Linkage Pilot award. Please visit the OSR Linkage Projects website for further information at http://www.anu.edu.au/ro/OSR/Funding/funding_ARC_LP.php NHMRC Program Grants The NHMRC has released a call for applications under its Program Grants Scheme for grants commencing in 2011. Applications are due at the OSR by close of business Wednesday 27 June 2009. Applications are open to new teams, or current Program Grant holders in their 4^th or 5^th year in 2009. Further information about Program Grants is available from the NHMRC website at: http://www.nhmrc.gov.au/funding/apply/granttype/programs/index.htm OTHER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES The 2009 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes Presented annually by the Australian Museum, the Australian Museum Eureka Prizes reward excellence in the fields of research & innovation, science leadership, school science and science journalism & communication.  Prizes are awarded under various categories including: · Early Career Species Discovery sponsored by the Australian Biological Resources Study · Environmental Research sponsored by the Sherman Foundation · Excellence in Research by an Interdisciplinary Team sponsored by the Australian Research Council · Innovative Solutions to Climate Change sponsored by the NSW Department of Environment and Climate Change · Medical Research into the Health Impacts of Climate Change sponsored by the NSW Office of Science and Medical Research · Outstanding Science in Support of Defence or National Security sponsored by the Defence Science and Technology Organisation · Research in Ethics sponsored by the Australian Catholic University · Scientific Research sponsored by the University of New South Wales · Scientific Research that Contributes to Animal Protection sponsored by Voiceless · Water Research and Innovation sponsored by Land & Water Australia Entries close midnight AEST Friday 1 May 2009. For further details on this year's line up and how to enter go to http://www.australianmuseum.net.au/eureka/index.cfm?objectid=FF6AB91D-D3C1-9A5C-72A3555D3CCBF573 2010 Cancer Council NSW Research Program Grants in Cancer Pharmacogenomics The Cancer Council is currently calling for applications for Research Program Grants in Cancer Pharmacogenomics. Recipients of the grants will be funded for five years from January 2010 and will be awarded up to $300,000 per annum. The aim of these grants is to develop teams with expertise in: · genetic and pharmacodynamic analysis of cancer chemotherapy drug metabolism · characterisation of the genetic determinants in tumours that influence drug sensitivity and resistance Applicants must notify the Cancer Council NSW by Friday 17 April 2009 of their intention to apply. Full applications close 31 July 2009. For further information please visit http://www.cancercouncil.com.au/editorial.asp?pageid=2551for GMSTEC Research Fellowships 2009: Call for proposals The Greater Mekong Subregion Tertiary Education Consortium (GMSTEC) is a university-led initiative that combines the academic resources of leading New Zealand, Australian and GMS universities to support mutual development and to assist with development of the GMS. Applications for 2009 Research fellowships have now opened and academics from member institutions are invited to consider applying. Applications close 12 June 2009. For further information please contact Ms. Parichat Polsiri via email parichat.polsiri@vuw.ac.nz or visit the GMSTEC website http://www.gmstec.org/index.shtml AIATSIS Indigenous Visiting Fellowships and Scholarships The Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies is now seeking applications from Indigenous researchers to undertake short visits (up to 12 months) to AIATSIS, to engage with current public policy debates at the Australian Government level. Without limiting the possible coverage, activities supported could include critical evaluation of existing policy directions, examination of gaps in service provision or research into possible new policy directions. The ideal applicant for this program would have a good balance between relevant work experience and proven research ability or potential. Salary will be between $48,733 pa and $81,162 pa, depending on experience and the employment status of the applicant. All positions are based in Canberra. Successful applicants based outside Canberra may be provided with accommodation and travel to Canberra at AIATSIS' expense. We may also provide funding to undertake field research during the Fellowship / Scholarship. The program is open to Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people only. Closing date for this round of applications is 19 April 2009. For more information please visit http://www.aiatsis.gov.au/news/job_vacancies Back to Top
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