2012-2013:
Program for Multiple Undergraduate Research Projects
Purpose:
These grants are designed to fund programs of undergraduate research in aerospace, physics, astronomy, cosmology, Earth system science and other interdisciplinary space-related science or engineering fields at ISGC institutions. The program should involve multiple students working with multiple research advisors. The grants are available to faculty members or research scientists at all ISGC institutions. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on activities and projects in areas of interest to NASA.Awards:
A total of $119,000* has been allocated to these grants for the period May 17, 2012 to May 16, 2013.
*Subject to availability of funds.
Requirements:
- The grant must support research in an area of interest to NASA, e.g., aerospace engineering, physics, astronomy, cosmology or Earth system science.
- Grants must be matched (at least one-to-one) with funds from non-federal sources. Prior to the execution of a subaward agreement, the source of matching funds must be identified and confirmed by a letter from the appropriate authority. Waived indirect costs and faculty effort can qualify as matching funds.
- The objective of this grant is to encourage undergraduate participation in research. Proposals can include requests for salary, supplies, and travel support. ISGC funds cannot be used for the purchase of equipment.
- Any beneficiary of direct support (salary, wages, travel) from this grant MUST be a US citizen.
- The project PI will submit a final report by Spring 2013; report format will be provided by ISGC.
- All application materials must be submitted by May 1, 2012.
To Apply :
Complete the on-line application form. In the "Documents" section of the application:
- Select "Other Supporting Document" and upload your budget (sample budget format);
- Select "Statement of Purpose" and upload your project description. The project description should include:
- Names and affiliations (departments) of likely faculty participants
- Number of expected student participants
- Brief description of likely research projects
- Undergraduates’ roles and responsibilities in each research project
- Detailed description of student selection criteria and process, including the recruitment of underrepresented groups
- Project goal(s). Indicate explicitly how these goals are specific, measurable, aligned with NASA and Space Grant interests, realistic and within the funding time frame.
The Statement of Purpose should be single-spaced text in 12-point font with one-inch margins and be no more than five pages in length.
You will receive email verification that your proposal was submitted.
Selection Criteria:
Proposals will be reviewed by ISGC Directors and selected based on adherence to the above criteria, scientific merit, and equitable distribution of resources across the Consortium. Women, under-represented minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Participation in this program is limited to faculty (research and professorial) at ISGC affiliate and lead institutions.Important Dates :
| Submission Deadline: |
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| May 1, 2012 |
Questions? Contact:
Diane Jeffers, Associate Director, Illinois Space Grant Consortium
217-244-8048
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