We regularly receive inquiries from investigators about the suitability of a project for submission as an Early Concept Grant for Exploratory Research (EAGER). As Program Directors we have noticed that the 1-2 page descriptions that accompany these inquiries typically lack information required for evaluating their EAGER potential. This blog post focuses on the key points …
Category: Science Communication
IOS No Deadline Solicitation Update
The wait is over! All three IOS program solicitations are now available online! Get the up-to-date versions at: IOS Core Programs (NSF 18-586) Plant Genome Research Program (NSF 18-579) Plant Biotic Interactions (NSF 18-590) Please read them carefully for important information about eligibility and proposal submission to IOS and if you have questions, contact a …
Reminder: CAREER Proposals are due Soon!
The new 'no deadline' solicitation for the IOS core program is expected to be released end of summer 2018. However, the Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) program still has a deadline. The CAREER Program is a Foundation-wide activity in support of early-career faculty. For 2018, the deadline for the CAREER proposals is the 18th of …
USA Science and Engineering Festival 2018
The 5th Annual USA Science and Engineering Festival took place on April 7th and 8th in Washington, D.C. This event welcomes scientists and non-scientists alike to showcase their science and learn more about what scientist do. Over 350,000 attendees could view 20 different stage shows that featured scientists, entertainers who use science (think explosions and …
Re-posted via BIO BUZZ: Help BIO Spread the Word About Your Research
Calling all researchers! Our friends over at the Office of the Assistant Director’s blog BIO BUZZ have posted information on how to share research publications to the scientific community. See below for the link to the post. Help BIO Spread the Word About Your Research! Thank you!
