Funding news (2011)
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Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
19 Dec 2011
Applications are invited to the February 2012 round of the Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 1 Feb 2012
Announcement of Opportunity: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks
9 Dec 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks programme, which aims to develop the capability to measure and predict sources and sinks of the major anthropogenic greenhouse gases. Announcement of Opportunity: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks
Win for young entrepreneurs
9 Dec 2011
After an intense competition, a team of four budding environmental research entrepreneurs from the University of East Anglia have emerged as the winners of this year's Environment Young Entrepreneurs Scheme. Win for young entrepreneurs
Peer Review College - Call for membership 2012
8 Dec 2011
We are looking for members with all types of environmental science expertise, including those from the public and private sector user communities, to be involved in the peer review of proposals. Peer Review College - Call for membership 2012
The closing date is 27 Jan 2012
Announcement of Opportunity: Changing Water Cycle - Third call
8 Dec 2011
NERC invite outline bid proposals for research on the impacts of the changing water cycle on hydrological and biogeochemical responses within UK catchments, over timescales of 10 to 50 years. Announcement of Opportunity: Changing Water Cycle - Third call
The closing date is 28 Feb 2012
Further changes to Responsive Mode schemes
2 Dec 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces further changes to its Responsive Mode grant schemes, including details of the replacement for the Consortium scheme. Further changes to Responsive Mode schemes
Scoping Studies - Mantle Control on a Habitable Planet
22 Nov 2011
NERC is pleased to announce the eight awards made to scope a future research programme investigating the core and mantle control on a habitable planet. Scoping Studies - Mantle Control on a Habitable Planet
Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships call closing date announced
17 Nov 2011
NERC has taken the decision to close the open call for two Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships. All applications for this call must be received by 16:00 on Thursday 8 December 2011. Algal Bioenergy Research Fellowships call closing date announced
Announcement of Opportunity for two networks in Integrated Global Biogeochemical Modelling
10 Nov 2011
Proposals are invited to establish two research networks to develop collaboration and strategic focus for research activities in the areas of Ocean Biogeochemistry and Atmospheric Chemistry modelling. Announcement of Opportunity for two networks in Integrated Global Biogeochemical Modelling
The closing date is 29 Jan 2012
Research Grants Handbook
4 Nov 2011
New versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. Research Grants Handbook
Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry workshop
28 Oct 2011
This workshop is being held on 14 November in Liverpool to facilitate development of high-quality proposals for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry programme. Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry workshop
The closing date is 7 Nov 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry
28 Oct 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry research programme, which aims to reduce the uncertainty in our understanding of nutrient and carbon cycling within the shelf seas. Announcement of Opportunity: Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry
The closing date is 20 Dec 2011
Royal Society Industry Fellowships
11 Oct 2011
Applications are invited to this scheme, which promotes knowledge exchange between academia and industry by establishing personal and corporate links. Royal Society Industry Fellowships
The closing date is 24 Oct 2011
Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks - Town meeting
7 Oct 2011
A town meeting will be held on 24 November to introduce the new NERC Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks research programme and to discuss the programme's draft Announcement of Opportunity. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Feedbacks - Town meeting
The closing date is 11 Nov 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Environment and Health Science Coordinator
4 Oct 2011
NERC, on behalf of the partners funding the Environmental Exposures and Health Initiative (EEHI) and Environmental and Social Ecology of Human Infectious Disease Initiative (ESEI), is seeking an Environment and Health Science Coordinator. Announcement of Opportunity: Environment and Health Science Coordinator
The closing date is 4 Nov 2011
Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders workshop
30 Sep 2011
This workshop is being held on 14 October in Southampton to facilitate the development of high-quality proposals that address the Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders programme. Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders workshop
The closing date is 7 Oct 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders
30 Sep 2011
Research grant proposals are invited that will use Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) observations to enhance the spatial and temporal extent of the Ocean Shelf Edge Exchange research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Sensors on Autonomous Underwater Gliders
The closing date is 22 Nov 2011
Two policy placement secondment opportunities: Environment Agency, Bristol
28 Sep 2011
Applications are invited for two new policy placement secondment opportunities to be based with the Environment Agency, Bristol. Two policy placement secondment opportunities: Environment Agency, Bristol
The closing date is 14 Oct 2011
Call for NERC Knowledge Exchange Fellows
27 Sep 2011
NERC wishes to appoint a number of part-time Knowledge Exchange Fellows. Call for NERC Knowledge Exchange Fellows
The closing date is 3 Nov 2011
Scottish Government internships for NERC funded PhD students
21 Sep 2011
NERC funded PhD students who have completed their first year of study are invited to apply for internship opportunities with the Scottish Government. Scottish Government internships for NERC funded PhD students
Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme timetable
21 Sep 2011
NERC and Defra would like to announce the indicative timing of some key dates for the Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme. Shelf Sea Biogeochemistry Research Programme timetable
Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Technology programme timetable
19 Sep 2011
NERC would like to announce the indicative timing of some key dates for the Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) Technology programme's remaining opportunity. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Technology programme timetable
Announcement of Opportunity: RCUK Public Engagement with Research
12 Sep 2011
Applications for funding are now welcome from UK Higher Education Institutions to embed public engagement with research within their organisation. Announcement of Opportunity: RCUK Public Engagement with Research
The closing date is 17 Nov 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Radioactivity and the Environment Expert Group
7 Sep 2011
NERC invites applications from individuals interested in joining the Expert Group to advise on the scope of the Radioactivity and the Environment research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Radioactivity and the Environment Expert Group
The closing date is 5 Oct 2011
Methane Network - Methane Hack meeting
5 Sep 2011
NERC invites contributions to this meeting investigating strategies for reducing growth in atmospheric methane, to be held in London on 1 December 2011. Methane Network - Methane Hack meeting
The closing date is 16 Sep 2011
Research organisation success rates 2010-11
31 Aug 2011
The details of organisational and departmental success rates in research grant applications made to NERC during 2010-11 are now available. Research organisation success rates 2010-11
Announcement of Opportunity: Analytical Science and Technology - Studentships
24 Aug 2011
NERC and ACTF invite applications for the third funding round of the co-funded Analytical Science and Technology Studentships programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Analytical Science and Technology - Studentships
The closing date is 13 Oct 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Services & Facilities
15 Aug 2011
Four services/facilities in the current NERC portfolio are due for review this year. Announcement of Opportunity: NERC Services & Facilities
The closing date is 30 Sep 2011
Research Grants Handbook
15 Aug 2011
New versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. These contain details of revised core terms and conditions for research grants agreed by all research councils. Research Grants Handbook
Announcement of Opportunity: The controlling influence of the core and mantle on a habitable planet
12 Aug 2011
Applications are invited for scoping studies to inform a new programme of research investigating the interactions of the whole Earth System. Announcement of Opportunity: The controlling influence of the core and mantle on a habitable planet
Antarctic logistic support - 1 December 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
12 Aug 2011
The call is open for 'Preliminary Request for Antarctic Logistic Support' forms to be submitted by all applicants requesting BAS Antarctic Logistics Support. Antarctic logistic support - 1 December 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
The closing date is 1 Sep 2011
Announcement of Opportunity - Funding for consortium grants
11 Aug 2011
Applications are invited for natural science-led research grants that will assist in increasing social and economic resilience in earthquake-prone and volcanic regions by reducing risks from multiple natural hazards. Announcement of Opportunity - Funding for consortium grants
Changes to Responsive Mode schemes
9 Aug 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces changes to the Consortium and Small grants responsive mode schemes. Changes to Responsive Mode schemes
Announcement of Opportunity: Arctic Programme
29 Jul 2011
Outline proposals are invited for the second funding round of the Arctic Research Programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Arctic Programme
Knowledge Exchange Launch Events
27 Jul 2011
We are running two KE launch events in Autumn 2011 to convey our success criteria for funding applications and to answer any queries.
The actual call for KE grants and fellows will be open from early September to 3 November 2011. Knowledge Exchange Launch Events
NBAF 2011-12 Pilot Project Grants Competition
25 Jul 2011
NERC is again providing funding for small pilot/development sequencing and microarray projects to be undertaken at the NBAF Edinburgh and Liverpool nodes. NBAF 2011-12 Pilot Project Grants Competition
The closing date is 23 Sep 2011
IRNH: Town Meeting
22 Jul 2011
The IRNH Town Meeting will be held on the 6th September. The aim of the meeting is to aid the development of research projects, which can address the aims and objectives of the IRNH Programme. To attend the meeting you can register online by 18 August IRNH: Town Meeting
The closing date is 6 Sep 2011
Sanctions - Late Final Expenditure Statement Submission
21 Jul 2011
Sanctions incurred by Research Organisations due to late submission of NERC grant Final Expenditure Statements will be strictly applied for statements due after 1 July 2011. Sanctions - Late Final Expenditure Statement Submission
UK researchers to take the lead in international partnerships
5 Jul 2011
Almost £1.5 million is once again being made available this year under a scheme that encourages international collaboration. UK researchers to take the lead in international partnerships
Announcement of Opportunity: International Opportunities Fund
5 Jul 2011
Proposals are invited for the 2011 Call of the NERC International Opportunities Fund. Deadline for intention to submit is 17 August 2011, closing date for the full proposal is 21 September 2011. Announcement of Opportunity: International Opportunities Fund
The closing date is 17 Aug 2011
Announcement of Opportunity : Consortium proposals
3 Jun 2011
NERC is inviting research proposals to its Biodiversity and Ecosystem Service Sustainability (BESS) research programme. Announcement of Opportunity : Consortium proposals
The closing date is 14 Sep 2011
Announcement of CMIP5 funding awards
27 May 2011
Funding is announced for six research projects that will perform innovative multi-model analysis of Earth system feedbacks and processes using CMIP5, leading to high-impact science and publications that are likely to be influential in IPCC AR5. Announcement of CMIP5 funding awards
Council funding decisions
26 May 2011
The Natural Environment Research Council announces funding for new research programme activities and the outcomes of a national capability prioritisation. Council funding decisions
Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
26 May 2011
NERC invites full proposals for consortium and proof of concept research projects that will constitute the first funding round of the Macronutrient Cycles research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
The closing date is 14 Jul 2011
2011 Environment YES competition - reminder
20 May 2011
NERC invite applications for the 2011 Environment YES competition workshop. 2011 Environment YES competition - reminder
The closing date is 17 Jun 2011
Research Grants Handbook and changes to requests for equipment
10 May 2011
New versions of the NERC Research Grants Handbook and Change Log are now available. These contain details of revised arrangements for requests for equipment purchase in line with new RCUK rules. Research Grants Handbook and changes to requests for equipment
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
5 May 2011
Applications are invited to the June 2011 round of the Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 2 Jun 2011
Policy internships for NERC funded PhD students
19 Apr 2011
Applications are invited for the 2011-12 NERC PhD policy internship scheme, for students to spend three months working in a policy research office. Policy internships for NERC funded PhD students
The closing date is 17 Jun 2011
Science-to-policy interactions workshop for NERC researchers and BES members
28 Mar 2011
The next NERC/British Ecological Society jointly funded workshop will take place on 5-6 May 2011 at Charles Darwin House, London. Science-to-policy interactions workshop for NERC researchers and BES members
The closing date is 11 Apr 2011
NERC Knowledge Exchange Call - Launch event
15 Mar 2011
NERC is hosting two Knowledge Exchange Call launch events in Manchester and Bristol during April 2011. NERC Knowledge Exchange Call - Launch event
The closing date is 8 Apr 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
2 Mar 2011
NERC invites outline proposals for research projects that will constitute the Macronutrient Cycles research programme. Announcement of Opportunity: Macronutrient Cycles
The closing date is 31 Mar 2011
2011 Environment YES competition
28 Feb 2011
NERC invite applications for the 2011 Environment YES competition workshop. 2011 Environment YES competition
The closing date is 27 May 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Observations and Modelling of the Tropical Tropopause Layer
17 Feb 2011
NERC, STFC and NASA invite applications for a consortium project to undertake an experimental programme of dynamical and chemical modelling associated with the upper troposphere lower stratosphere processes. Announcement of Opportunity: Observations and Modelling of the Tropical Tropopause Layer
The closing date is 19 May 2011
Partnership Research Grant scheme
14 Feb 2011
NERC is to fully integrate its Partnership Research Grant scheme into the Standard Grant Scheme.
Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
9 Feb 2011
The UK Energy Research Centre is issuing the third call for proposals under its £4.7m research fund. UKERC are now seeking expressions of interest from universities, or other eligible institutions, in four topic areas. Call for proposals: UK Energy Research Centre
The closing date is 11 Feb 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: NGWCP Goal B
7 Feb 2011
Applications are invited for research projects, and a single integrating project, on the use of observations to initialise climate predictions. Announcement of Opportunity: NGWCP Goal B
The closing date is 6 Apr 2011
Antarctic logistic support - 1 July 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
4 Feb 2011
The call is open for 'Preliminary Request for Antarctic Logistic Support' forms to be submitted by all applicants requesting BAS Antarctic Logistics Support. Antarctic logistic support - 1 July 2011 standard and consortium grant rounds
The closing date is 1 Apr 2011
2011 NERC algorithm/quota studentship allocation
2 Feb 2011
NERC has announced the 2011 algorithm/quota studentship allocation 2011 NERC algorithm/quota studentship allocation
Policy placement secondment opportunity: SEPA
25 Jan 2011
Applications are invited for a new policy placement secondment opportunity to be based within the Scottish Environment Protection Agency's Science & Strategy Directorate. Policy placement secondment opportunity: SEPA
The closing date is 28 Feb 2011
Nominations for UKERC Summer School 2011
12 Jan 2011
UKERC is inviting nominations from first and second year PhD students for its seventh annual energy summer school from 26 June - 1 July 2011 at the University of Warwick. Nominations for UKERC Summer School 2011
The closing date is 17 Mar 2011
Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
5 Jan 2011
Applications are invited to the February 2011 round of the Follow-on Fund. Announcement of Opportunity: Follow-on Fund
The closing date is 2 Feb 2011