The State of Washington Water Research Center (SWWRC) is soliciting research proposals for submission under Section 104(b) of the Water Resources Research Act. The objectives of this program are to sponsor research that fosters (a) exploration of new ideas to address water problems or expand understanding of water-related phenomena, (b) entry, education, and training of […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) released details on up to $48.1 million in available funding to support systems-based research and extension activities to accelerate science-based solutions and new technology for the specialty crop industry. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the grants yesterday at the New York Times […]
Students who are planning a research career in math, science, or engineering and meet the criteria below should be encouraged to apply for the nationally distinguished Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship. The scholarship is for up to $7,500. All students who are thinking about applying for a Goldwater Scholarship must attend one informational session. These sessions […]
February 16-17, 2017, Gonzaga University Spokane, WA The Washington Higher Education Sustainability Conference (WAHESC) strives to create collective direction and solidarity in higher education for our region. As political, social and environmental issues become more complex, WAHESC convenes and empowers stakeholders who are driving leadership and generating solutions for a more sustainable future. Registration is […]
Applications are due September 16, 2016 Questions may be directed to COMPASS at WilburforceFellows@COMPASSonline.org Fellows will attend a six-day intensive training led by COMPASS from April 23-28 in Tuscon, AZ, and a shorter follow-up training focused on a topic of the Fellows’ choice (date TBD). More Information and Bio’s
The goal of the Integrated Earth Systems (IES) program is to investigate the interplay among the continental, terrestrial, and interior systems of the planet. The program provides an opportunity for collaborative, multidisciplinary research into the operation, dynamics, and complexity of Earth systems that encompass the core of the Earth through the surface. Innovative projects that […]
Nominations for the 2017 Tyler Prize must be received by Friday, September 16, 2016 Email Nominations to: nominations@tylerprize.org. More Information
Seeking proposals for PechaKucha presentations centered around the theme of ‘Place’. The places in which we live, work, commute and spend our leisure time, effect us in myriad ways, both tangible and intangible. They can shape our reactions and emotions, our sense of health and safety, our ability to participate in society, and the people […]
January 26-27, 2017 at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) Science Talk NW will unite active scientists, science communicators, journalists, students, and trainees for two exciting days of learning how to talk science to non-scientists or those outside your discipline. It will feature podium presentations, participant workshops, expert panels, and a science communication […]
DUE DATES: Full Proposal Window: October 1, 2016 – October 20, 2016 For more information