External Opportunities / SPIN
SPIN
Sponsored Programs Information Network is a computer database with detailed and up-to-date information about thousands of government and private funding opportunities from Australia and Overseas.
To create a researcher profile and set up email alerts for funding opportunities from SPIN, click on the 'My Portal' link from within the SPIN Database. New users will need to create a profile using the 'Get Profile' link on the 'My Portal' log in page. To access the SPIN Database, click on the button 'ACCESS THE SPIN DATABASE' below. here you will find the 'My Portal' Link or simply search for funding opportunities.
Currently, SPIN is only available from Macquarie University computers (those with Macquarie University IP addresses)
Instructions on how to register and use SPIN
Other Opportunities
| Type of Funding | Internal Closing Date (These dates refer to grants that have been checked by Faculty administration staff, for more information please see note below): |
|---|---|
| Grains Research & Development Corporation Call for Tender | Monday, 15th February 2010 |
| Army History Research Grants | Monday, 15th February 2010 |
| Hunter-Central Rivers CMA | NA |
| National Geographic Grants | Applications accepted all year. |
| CSIRO Flagship Projects | Unsolicited applications will be accepted at any time. |
| CSIRO Flagship Visiting Fellowships | TBA |
| Australian Academy of Science - Awards and research support | Please check the Australian Academy of Science for dates and types. |
| The Department for International Development (UK) | Please check the The Department for International Development (UK) for dates and types. |
National Library of Australia Harold White Fellowships 2011
Applications for 2011 Harold White Fellowships at the National Library of Australia are now open, and close on 30 April 2010.
Harold White Fellowships are awarded to enable established scholars and writers to undertake research at the National Library for periods of between three and six months. The Fellowships provide a return economy fare to Canberra, a living allowance, a fully equipped office and special access to Library collections and services. Honorary Fellowships are also awarded to scholars and writers who do not require financial assistance but would benefit from other privileges associated with the Fellowship.
Research projects supported by Harold White Fellowships can be in any discipline or area in which the Library has strong collections. Past Harold White Fellows have undertaken research in fields including Asian studies, history of science, biography, media history, Australian history, musicology, religious history, anthropology, children's literature, art history, politics, Indigenous history, Australian literature, Pacific studies, eighteenth century studies, geography, international relations and folklore.
More information, a link to the online application form, and contact details are available at http://www.nla.gov.au/grants/haroldwhite
The Alport Foundation of Australia - Research Grants Communication
The Alport Foundation of Australia supports all areas of research relevant to Alport Syndrome and related kidney disorders.
The Foundation is currently calling for Project and Grant in Aid applications. Funding will be granted up to the value of $20,000 for projects which meet the objectives of the Foundation.
For more information visit the Alport Foundation website, or click here (PDF link).
Please note applications for these schemes must be submitted through the Research Office. The final deadline for all application submissions to the Macquarie University Research Office is 5pm, one week prior to the funding body's closing date.
Future and Emerging Technologies in Europe (FET)
The latest FET newsletter contains information on ongoing and future activities in Future and Emerging Technologies, including information on upcoming funding opportunities. It also presents and promotes the results and achievements of ongoing projects and initiatives.
The American Australian Association is calling for applications for 2010 Australia to US Fellowships
The Association offers Fellowships of up to US$25,000 to Australian researchers wishing to undertake advanced research (graduate or postgraduate) in the U.S.
Through these Fellowships, the Association encourages intellectual collaboration and innovation, building on the strong economic and social partnerships between Australia and the United States.
Click here for further information regarding eligibility and fellowship conditions.
Please note applications for this scheme must be submitted through the Research Office. The final deadline for all application submissions to the Macquarie University Research Office is 5pm Thursday, April 8.
Cancer Institute NSW Competitive Grants for 2010
The Cancer Institute NSW competitive grants calendar has been released online. Click here to find out more about funding opportunities in 2010. Alternatively download the PDF.
Please note applications for this scheme must be submitted through the Research Office. The final deadline for all application submissions to the Macquarie University Research Office is 5pm, one week prior to the funding body's closing date.
Anthony Rothe Memorial Trust
Grants of up to $80,000 per annum to cover salaries for research workers and maintenance costs for research projects into the causes, prevention and treatment or cure of leukaemia and allied blood disorders.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research in the US.
Helping to lead the way toward important medical discoveries that improve people’s health and save lives, NIH scientists investigate ways to prevent disease as well as the causes, treatments, and even cures for common and rare diseases.
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The Dan David Prize (sponsored by Tel Aviv University) is currently calling for scholarship applications in 2010.
Ten scholarships will be awarded of US $15 000 to outstanding doctoral and post doctoral students from universities all over the world.
Applications deadline is March 31, 2010. Please visit www.dandavidprize.org for more information
Please note applications for this scheme must be submitted through the Research Office. The final deadline for all application submissions to the Macquarie University Research Office is 5pm Monday, March 22.
The Dan David Prize (sponsored by Tel Aviv University) is currently calling for nominations.
Three prizes of US $ 1 million, will be awarded in 2010.
The scheme is open to individuals and institutions in the categories of science, art, humanities, public service and business.
The nominations deadline is November 30th, 2009.
Please visit www.dandavidprize.org for more information
Please note applications for this scheme must be submitted through the Research Office. The final deadline for all application submissions to the Macquarie University Research Office is 5pm Friday, November 21
How to apply
*Grant applications that have been checked by the Faculty Research Administration Staff prior to approval by the appropriate Department and Faculty must be submitted to the Research Office one week before the external closing date. Grant applications that have not been checked by the Department/Division must be submitted to the Research Office three weeks prior to the granting body's closing date for the following reasons:
- to allow Research Office staff to check each application for correctness
- to allow the applicant time to make any recommended revisions
- to have the budget approved by the Finance Office
- to have the application signed by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research)
Important Notice for External Research Grant Applicants
Researchers are asked to note that all external grant funding applications and all enquiries and communications must be directed to the Research Office (grants@mq.edu.au). Please visit the 'Essential Information for all External Scheme Applicants' page for more details.
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