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OVPR Funds for Research and Scholarship
Small Grants to Support Major Conferences
PURPOSE: Small grants for major conferences are awarded to enhance the access of University of Michigan faculty, staff, and students to intellectual leaders of the world.
OVPR will provide a limited number (up to 20 per year) of small contributions to support conferences, symposia, or workshops of major importance to address important research issues and research frontiers. The award allocation is $2,500 to be used in general support of conference activities. Strong preference will be given to events that will take place on campus and that will provide opportunities for student involvement as participants or observers. Support is normally restricted to events organized by University of Michigan faculty. Limited funds dictates that OVPR cannot be a primary supporter except when the proposed event also qualifies under one of the other OVPR programs, nor can OVPR support be made available for the usual seminar series in academic units.
ELIGIBILITY: All faculty with continuing instructional or research appointments for whom research is an expected activity may apply.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: In addition to the application form below, please submit to OVPR a brief narrative that explains the purpose, scope, audience, and significance of the event and its potential to enhance the University's research and scholarly environment. Also identify the University department or academic unit that is sponsoring the event.
DEADLINES: February 15, June 15, October 15
APPLICATIONS
Download the OVPR Faculty Grants and Awards Program Application Form (.doc format)
Request the application form from Cynthia Avery, avery@umich.edu
Send completed application to:
Faculty Grants and Awards Program
Office of the Vice President for Research
4080 Fleming Administration Building 1340
See: More information on peer reviews, application hints, and award terms.
Contact: Office of the Vice President for Research (763-2080)