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Offshore and coastal renewable energy
22 Dec 2008
NERC invites contributions to future research in the area of offshore and coastal renewable energy. Offshore and coastal renewable energy
The closing date is 26 Jan 2009
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
27 Nov 2008
Applications are invited to the first round of the 2009 Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 28 Jan 2009
UK invests in monitoring the health of the planet
27 Nov 2008
NERC welcomes the news of the UK's £82m investment in GMES and the announcement of a new UK ESA facility. UK invests in monitoring the health of the planet
Nominations for Peer Review College membership
18 Nov 2008
We are looking for members with all types of environmental sciences expertise, including those from the public and private sectors, to be involved in the peer review of proposals. Nominations for Peer Review College membership
The closing date is 9 Jan 2009
Research Grants Handbook: November 2008
12 Nov 2008
Revised versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. There are some changes to the Cross Council Terms and Conditions for research grants. Research Grants Handbook: November 2008
Oceans 2025: Funding available for workshops
13 Oct 2008
NERC funds are available through the Oceans 2025 programme and the Strategic Ocean Funding Initiative (SOFI) to assist and stimulate UK-wide engagement in marine environmental research of a strategic nature. Oceans 2025: Funding available for workshops
Strategic Ocean Funding Initiative studentships
13 Oct 2008
The Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory is seeking to recruit two PhD students to be supported under the Strategic Ocean Funding Initiative. Strategic Ocean Funding Initiative studentships
EUROPOLAR ERA-NET: PolarCLIMATE Call for Pre-Proposals
30 Sep 2008
The PolarCLIMATE Call website is now open for the submission of Pre-Proposals - which must be submitted to ESF. UK/NERC to contribute only in kind logistical and infrastructure support, subject to feasibility. Please check link for contacts and information. EUROPOLAR ERA-NET: PolarCLIMATE Call for Pre-Proposals
The closing date is 24 Oct 2008
KE plans in responsive mode
25 Sep 2008
KE plans must be submitted with applications to the Consortium, Partnership and Standard Research Grant rounds with a closing date of 1 December 2008. KE plans in responsive mode
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Fellowships 2008
19 Sep 2008
Applications are invited to the 2008 NERC Fellowship competition.
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Fellowships 2008
The closing date is 30 Oct 2008
The Carbon Crucible - Innovating for a Low Carbon Society
5 Sep 2008
Applications are invited to attend this series of workshops exploring and developing transformative ideas to create a sustainable, low-carbon future. The Carbon Crucible - Innovating for a Low Carbon Society
The closing date is 13 Oct 2008
Research Grants Handbook: September 2008
1 Sep 2008
Revised versions of the Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. Please be aware that the font size for research grant applications has been reduced to 11pt Arial, in line with cross council policy. Research Grants Handbook: September 2008
Valuation of Natural Resources and Biodiversity
11 Aug 2008
NERC invites tenders to undertake scoping studies that will provide a review of the state of the science regarding the valuation of biodiversity and natural resources. The outputs will inform the development of detailed plans for research activities in the 2009 Theme Action Plans. Valuation of Natural Resources and Biodiversity
The closing date is 15 Sep 2008
Announcement of Opportunity for 2009 Flying Season
5 Aug 2008
Eligible persons wishing to use the Airborne Research and Survey Facility in the 2009 Flying Season are invited to submit detailed proposals, including a supporting scientific case.
Announcement of Opportunity for 2009 Flying Season
The closing date is 10 Oct 2008
NERC and Met Office collaborate on climate predictions
4 Aug 2008
NERC is a partner in a new IBM supercomputer announced today by the Met Office. NERC and Met Office collaborate on climate predictions
CASE Studentship Open Competition - Announcement of Opportunity
1 Aug 2008
Applications are invited to the CASE Studentship Open Competition. CASE Studentship Open Competition - Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 14 Oct 2008
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
31 Jul 2008
Applications are invited to the third round of the 2008 Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 1 Oct 2008
Call for Participants: RAPID-WATCH
15 Jul 2008
Expressions of interest are invited to attend a three day interactive strategic workshop to develop a research project under the RAPID-WATCH programme. Call for Participants: RAPID-WATCH
The closing date is 12 Sep 2008
Research Organisation Success Rates 2007-08
3 Jul 2008
The details of organisational and departmental success rates in research grant applications made to NERC during 2007-08 are now available. Research Organisation Success Rates 2007-08
Environment YES - training opportunity
26 Jun 2008
The closing date for applications to the Environment YES scheme has been extended, as there are still a few places available for teams. Environment YES - training opportunity
The closing date is 18 Jul 2008
Knowledge Exchange Call - Announcement of Opportunity
10 Jun 2008
Applications are invited to the Knowledge Exchange Call. Knowledge Exchange Call - Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 5 Aug 2008
Policy Placement Scheme
30 May 2008
NERC's Policy Placement Scheme allows environmental researchers and staff to work closely with policy-makers within government and other organisations in the UK. The first opportunity within this scheme is to develop energy research in the Environment Agency. Policy Placement Scheme
Research Grants Handbook updated
28 May 2008
The NERC Research Grants Handbook has been updated. There are a number of changes including the new requirement for Knowledge Exchange plans to accompany all Standard, Consortium and Partnership research grant applications. Research Grants Handbook updated
New requirements for KE plans in responsive mode
22 May 2008
From 1 July 2008, applicants to consortium, partnership and standard research grant schemes should attach a knowledge exchange plan to grant applications. New requirements for KE plans in responsive mode
Announcement of Opportunity: Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
20 May 2008
The Antarctic Funding Initiative invites proposals annually and supports field-based research conducted within the operating area of the British Antarctic Survey and using its logistic capabilities. Announcement of Opportunity: Antarctic Funding Initiative (AFI)
The closing date is 31 Jul 2008
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
7 Apr 2008
Applications are invited to the second round of the 2008 Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 4 Jun 2008
Announcement of Opportunity: RAPID-WATCH
17 Mar 2008
Outline application proposals are invited for funding under the RAPID-WATCH research programme. The total amount available for this round is c. £3m. Announcement of Opportunity: RAPID-WATCH
The closing date is 29 Apr 2008
Review of the NERC Peer Review College - Consultation
10 Mar 2008
NERC has launched a survey as part of the review of its Peer Review College. We welcome the views of those with some knowledge of the College and related research assessment process. Review of the NERC Peer Review College - Consultation
The closing date is 27 Mar 2008
Research Grants Handbook updated
3 Mar 2008
The NERC Research Grants Handbook has been updated. There are a number of changes but the most significant are changes to reflect the revised core Terms and Conditions for Research Grants agreed by all Research Councils. Research Grants Handbook updated
Understanding and Managing Natural and Environmental Risks
29 Feb 2008
EPSRC are inviting expressions of interest from institutions wishing to co-ordinate the establishment of a Collaborative Centre of Excellence for understanding and managing natural and environmental risks. Understanding and Managing Natural and Environmental Risks
The closing date is 13 Mar 2008
NERC/ESRC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition 2008
21 Jan 2008
NERC and ESRC fund jointly a small number of interdisciplinary research studentships each year. NERC/ESRC Interdisciplinary Studentship Competition 2008
The closing date is 14 Apr 2008
2008 Studentship awards display notice
18 Jan 2008
This is now available. 2008 Studentship awards display notice
Knowledge Transfer Call Announcement of Opportunity
11 Jan 2008
Applications are invited to the Knowledge Transfer Call Knowledge Transfer Call Announcement of Opportunity
The closing date is 4 Mar 2008