The Research & Authority Newsletter

Feb. 21, 2024    

 

 

 
 

 

Calls for Proposals

 

Israeli Science Foundation (ISF) & Italian Research Council (CNR)

Collaborative Meetings

The ISF and CNR are launching a collaborative research program for Israeli scientists with ISF Personal Research Grants and those affiliated with CNR. Israeli PIs can make short visits (up to two weeks) to CNR institutes for potential collaborations, with ISF covering flight costs and CNR covering local expenses.

Submissions are to be sent directly to the ISF




RDA Contact: Orly Kayam Tel: 64 77709

Applications, Mar 17, 2024

 

Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology (MOST)

2024 Italy-Israel Scientific Research Program

This program aims to foster scientific and technological collaboration between Italian and Israeli researchers, bolstering the partnership between research groups in both countries.

Focus Areas for This Call:

1) Technologies for healthy soils (i.e. - novel fertilizers, soil implants, soil microbiome etc.)

2) Water technologies, including: drinking water treatment, industrial and sewage water treatment and water desalination.

3) Precision optics, electronics and quantum technologies, for frontier applications, such as next generation gravitational wave detectors.

Budget: 400,000 NIS total.

Duration: 3 years.


RDA Contact: Eti Hecht, Tel: 64 72437

Full Proposals, Mar 27, 2024

 

Volkswagen Stiftung

Perspectives on Wealth: The (Re-)Production of Wealth

This call is seeking researchers to explore the repercussions of wealth on societal transformation processes globally. It aims to understand the impact of wealth on various aspects such as social, cultural, ecological, economic, and political dynamics at regional, national, and global levels.

This call invites interdisciplinary research groups (including international research teams), noting the lead applicant must be German with a background in economics or a relevant field from the humanities, social, or cultural sciences. 

Budget: Up to € 1,500,000.

Duration: 
4 years.


RDA Contact: Vered Kedar, Tel: 64 72435

Full Proposals, May 2, 2024

 

Volkswagen Stiftung

New Research Spaces for the Humanities and Cultural Studies

The call seeks projects that delve into new and unknown research areas, offering fresh perspectives and exploring complex topics. It supports researchers in opening up new spaces in humanities and cultural studies through collaborative exploration.
 
By funding teams of two or three researchers, the Foundation aims to harness diverse expertise and perspectives to unleash creative potential.

Budget: Up to € 250,000 or € 350,000.

Duration: 
1.5 years.


RDA Contact: Vered Kedar, Tel: 64 72435

Full Proposals, Apr 4, 2024

 

The Osteology Foundation

LOI: Applied Research Grants

The grant is dedicated to backing scientific research and educational projects related to oral tissue regeneration. In order to actively encourage translational and clinical research.

This program offers funding opportunities for both early-career (five years academic research experience following the completion of their PhD) and established researchers, as well as teams with a proven track record in advancing basic research findings towards clinical application.

Budget: Up to 200,000 CHF.  


RDA Contact: Vered Kedar, Tel: 64 72435

Full Proposals, May 12, 2024

 

Jewish National Fund (JNF)

Forestry Research Grants 2024

The Forestry Department of the JNF is inviting research proposals that pertain to the following focal areas:

1) Management and interface of forest and open spaces.

2) Biodiversity and ecosystem services in forests.

3) Promoting reproduction, enhancement, functionality and forest health.

4) Planning and audience absorption.

Budget: 450,000 NIS total.

Duration:
3 years.


RDA Contact: Orly Kayam Tel: 64 77709

Full Proposals, Mar 14, 2024

 

The International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG)

2024 Seed Grants

Seed Grants fund various activities, including pilot studies, secondary data analysis, small research projects, development of research methodologies, and new research technology.

The focus is on exploring the causes, prevention, and treatment of gambling disorder, as well as the development and evaluation of responsible gambling strategies.

Budget: $ 40,000 total.

Duration:
1 year.

Due to the Passover vacation the deadline to the RDA will be earlier than usual


RDA Contact : Yaara Hazan, Tel: 64 77748

Full Proposals, Apr 18, 2024

 

Reminders

 

The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research

LOI: The Endeavor Awards

LOI is due on Mar 7, 2024

Endeavor Awards fund collaborative research projects aiming to address challenges in
cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

These grants support teams of three or more investigators, encouraging the
integration of diverse research data to generate insights and advance cancer care
beyond individual efforts.

Budget: $ 3,000,000.

Duration: 3 years.


RDA Contact : Yaara Hazan, Tel: 64 77748

LOI, Mar 7, 2024

 

Organization for Autism Research (OAR)

LOI: Applied Research Grants

LOI is due on Mar 7, 2024

The Applied Research Competition, invites researchers to submit proposals for studies
that directly benefit individuals with autism.
 
The competition focuses on funding projects with practical applications, aiming to enhance the daily lives of those on the autism spectrum and their families.

Budget: $ 50,000 total.

Duration: 1-2 years.


RDA Contact : Yaara Hazan, Tel: 64 77748

LOI, Mar 7, 2024

 

Other

 

Council for Higher Education (CHE): Planning & Budgeting Committee (PBC)

Research – Associate Program

Globally, institutions offer numerous opportunities for Research Associates or Non-Faculty Researchers (NFR). They work full-time under a PI in research teams, handling various tasks including project advancement, lab management, student supervision and grant writing.

The Israel CHE's PBC has launched a five-year program to improve opportunities for Research Associates/NFRs in select labs. The goal is to advance cutting-edge research, support post-doctoral graduates, and enhance Israel's research ecosystem.




Head Office Contact : Elinoar Avakrat – Lead Assistant to the VP of R&D, 64 - 72423

Applications, Apr 14, 2024

 

Ministry of Innovation, Science & Technology (MOST)

2024 Research Grants

'Applicants Conference'

MOST has published a recording of their applicants conference that was held on January 22, via Google Meet. 


 

Grant Awardees

 

Horizon Europe  – Grant for Innovation Action (IA)
(EU Mission: Restore our Oceans and Waters)

- Prof. Robert Marks, Dept. of Biotechnology Engineering

 

Horizon Europe - Grant for Research & Innovation Action (RIA)
(together with the Municipality of Eilat under EU Mission: Net Zero Cities) 

- Dr. Isaac Shabtai, Dept. of Civil and Environmental Engineering

- Prof. Meidad Kissinger, Dept. of Environmental, Geoinformatics and Urban Planning        Sciences

- Prof. Raziel Reimer, Dept. of Industrial Engineering and Management

- Prof. Hillel Bar – Gera, Dept. of Industrial Engineering and Management 

 

 

 

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