Blog of the Division of Integrative Organismal Systems (IOS) at the National Science Foundation
Dear Researcher, We are writing today to alert you that you may soon receive an invitation by e-mail to participate in a short survey conducted by Abt Associates on behalf of the US National Science Foundation (NSF). This is a legitimate request and we invite you to participate. This survey is part of an independent …
Continue reading Preliminary Proposal Evaluation Update for DEB and IOS: Surveys Arriving Soon
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently announced via a Dear Colleague Letter (NSF 16-047) its intention to foster the development of a national research infrastructure for neuroscience through a phased approach. The goal is to support collaborative and team science for achieving a comprehensive understanding of the brain. As part of this effort, the NSF …
Continue reading Developing a National Research Infrastructure for Neuroscience (NeuroNex)
Applications for the Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program are now open. Read here for more details and for application instructions. These fellowships are open to scientists at various career stages, from pre-doctoral researchers through senior researchers. Applicants’ research proposals must relate to one or more of the Smithsonian Institute’s Four Grand Challenges. Please note that the …
Continue reading Funding opportunity: Smithsonian Institution Fellowship Program
The Directorate for Biological Sciences at NSF offers several award supplements for PIs seeking to support additional members of their research teams. PIs are especially encouraged to apply for these supplements in their efforts to include members of under-represented groups in their research. General guidance for submitting supplement requests to IOS can be found here. …
IOS in Focus 