ESE - Jobs and Grants

IOF-Servier Young Investigator Research Grant

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The IOF-Servier Young Investigator Research Grant aims specifically at encouraging young scientists to carry out high quality research. The grant is generously supported by the Servier Research group in partnership with IOF, and awards Euro 40,000 towards original research of significant value and international relevance in the field of osteoporosis. Consistent with IOF's objectives, the project must contribute to ensuring that osteoporosis sufferers receive the best care possible. Further information and application forms are available at the website below. The closing date for applications is 15 September 2009.

IOF website

Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Joseph Hoet Research Award 2009

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The Diabetes Pregnancy Study Group (DPSG, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists) has announced the sixth Joseph Hoet Research Award (JHRA) to be presented at their annual meeting in Rome, Italy, 25-28 September 2009. The JHRA award is awarded for excellence in research in the field of diabetes and pregnancy (basic or clinical) and contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the field. The award consists of a commemorative plaque, a diploma certificate and Euro 5,000, sponsored by Novo Nordisk Pharma. The award is open to candidates not less than 50 years of age on 1 January 2009. The recipient of the prize will be expected to deliver the Joseph Hoet Lecture during the annual DPSG meeting. For further information about the awards, please contact Dr Per Ovesen at the Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark by email at Per.Ovesen@dadlnet.dk. The closing date for applications is 25 September 2009.

EMBO Molecular Medicine Sabbaticals

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The EMBO Molecular Medicine Sabbaticals are established to encourage collaborations between clinicians and research scientists and to support clinicians who wish to visit basic research laboratories in a different EMBC Member State. Molecular Medicine Sabbaticals are not awarded for exchanges within the same country and are intended for joint research work rather than consultations. The sabbaticals cover travel plus subsistence of the clinician only and not of any dependents. Preference will be given to clinicians who are still in their training/clinical specialization period. Full eligibility criteria and details of how to apply can be found at the website below. The closing date for applications is 1 August 2009.

EMBO website

3R Research Foundation, Switzerland

Fri, 15 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The 3R Research Foundation Switzerland invites interested scientists to propose a project which falls within the principal areas for financial support. The duration of the project proposed should preferably be between 1 and 3 years and the necessary budget should be Sfr. 50,000.00 to Sfr. 250,000.00. In order to find out whether a project conforms to the basic principles of the Foundation, an outline comprising 1 to 2 A4 pages (Arial 11 or Times Roman 12) may be submitted which describes in brief the 3R principles (possible impact and implementation), the experimental procedure, the expected results, the time needed and the required budget. If the project outline is submitted at least 2 months before the next deadline for grant applications, the applicant will receive an answer within 4 weeks with a provisional opinion. The closing date for applications is 1 September 2009. Full details can be found on the 3R Research Foundation website at the link below.

Further information

ESPE Visiting Scholarship

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE) Visiting Scholarship offers financial support to members of the Society or to their collaborators in the view of gathering information and experience on a specific research issue OR on a laboratory technique in the field of paediatric endocrinology. Proposed projects should endeavour to increase general know-how in paediatric endocrinology at the recipient's home institution. The stated aim of the scholarship, as agreed upon by ESPE and the sponsoring company, is to help recipients to overcome unforeseen obstacles which may arise in the course of a research project in a simple, quick and streamlined manner.

The ESPE Visiting Scholarship is awarded on the basis of nominations made by an ESPE member. Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate how they intend to bring important knowledge and/or techniques back to their home institution. Full details can be found at the website below. The next closing date for applications is 31 July 2009.

ESPE website

European Calcified Tissue Society Career Establishment Awards

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Via rdfunding.org.uk. The European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) are offering Career Establishment Awards to assist newly-appointed faculty members in launching a successful research career. The award is intended to help meet some of the immediate costs of initiating research; to support and stimulate research on calcified tissues and related topics; to serve as a recruitment tool to assist in attracting young researchers to the ECTS. Applications for the 2010 award are now open with a deadline of 13 November 2009. For full eligibility criteria and details on how to apply for the award, please click on the link below.

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European Science Foundation Research Networking Programmes

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT

These long-term research networking programmes are the platform for nationally funded research groups to address major scientific and research infrastructure issues with the goal to advance the frontiers of science. A successful programme proposal must deal with high quality science and demonstrate the added value of being carried out at the European level. European Science Foundation (ESF) Programmes are funded à la carte by ESF Member Organisations interested in supporting proposals recommended by ESF.

Proposals are assessed through international peer review. On the basis of written assessments by external referees the ESF Standing Committees select proposals to be recommended for funding. The final decision on proposals to be presented to the ESF Member Organisations for funding will be made by the ESF Chief Executive together with the Standing Committee Chairs. The budget of an ESF Programme usually averages ?100,000 -130,000 annually, for a four or five-year period Proposals will be accepted between 2 July 2009 - 22nd October 2009. New Programmes start from 1 January 2011. Further information can be found on the website below.

ESF website

Eric Kandel Young Neuroscientists Prize 2009

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The German Charitable Hertie-Foundation announces the opening of nominations for the Eric Kandel Young Neuroscientists Prize 2009. The prize was established to recognize outstanding work in any field of neuroscience. The prize is ? 50,000.00 for personal use and up to ? 25,000.00 for additional training and mentoring by a leading expert in the field. The mentoring expert will be chosen by the awardee in cooperation with the Hertie-Foundation.

Eligible are European neuroscientists under the age of 40, who have demonstrated outstanding scientific creativity and productivity, as documented by multiple publications in leading scientific journals. Candidates must be nominated by their University/research institution or by an internationally recognized neuroscientist. Full details can be found by clicking on the link below. The deadline for nomination is 31 July 2009.

Further information

National Osteoporosis Society Project Grants and Innovative Awards

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT

The National Osteoporosis Society (NOS) is seeking applications which clearly demonstrate how they will provide benefits to the general population with osteoporosis and that support our research strategy. Applications are open for Project Grants of £150,000 over 3 years (maximum) and Innovative Awards of £20,000 over 12 months. The closing date for submission of Stage 1 applications is 31 July 2009. Further information is available at the website below, or by contacting NOS at: research@nos.org.uk.

NOS website

Samuel Leonard Simpson Fellowships in Endocrinology

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT

Via rdfunding.org.uk. Applications are invited for the Samuel Leonard Simpson Fellowships in Endocrinology. These were established in honour of Dr Samuel Leonard Simpson, a pioneer of British endocrinology. Their purpose is to enable endocrinologists to learn new techniques and acquire new experiences, ideas and stimulation through travel and the exchange of ideas. Applications are considered from suitably qualified people in the UK wishing to make visits abroad, or from those abroad wishing to visit the UK. Up to £10,000 is available, which may be awarded to one or more candidates. The closing date for applications is 1 September 2009.

RCP website