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Research Grant Program - New Frontiers in Astronomy and Cosmology is sponsored by John Templeton Foundation (Led by The University of Chicago). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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New Frontiers in Astronomy and Cosmology: An International Grant and Essay Competition Student Essay Competition International Grant and Essay Competition Celebrating the Centenary of the Birth of A grants and awards program Led by The University of Chicago Funded by the John Templeton Foundation Donald G. York, Program Director Grants for innovative research on these four Big Questions : What was the earliest state of the universe?
Is our universe unique or is it part of a much larger multiverse? What is the origin of the complexity in the universe? Are we alone in the universe?
Or, are there other life and intelligence beyond the solar system? New Frontiers in Astronomy and Cosmology – An International Grant Competition In Celebration of the Birth of Sir John Templeton aims to advance fundamental scientific understanding in areas of astronomy and cosmology that engage Big Questions through supporting innovative scientific research.
The program is particularly intended to foster research that, because of its non-mainstream nature or breadth of questions asked, would not usually be funded by conventional funding sources. This program is not for research that could be considered mainstream, as described in the Research Grant RFP. About 15 awards are anticipated.
Two-year grants of up to $300,000 for theoretical work are offered. For experimental research, two-year grants of up to $500,000 are offered. The RFP containing complete information about the grant competition is available .
Winners will be invited to a conference and award ceremony, October 12 and 13, 2012, to be held in Philadelphia.
The program will include presentations by winners of the New Frontiers in Astronomy and Cosmology Research Grant Program and the New Cosmic Frontiers Student Essay Competition; a banquet; a public event lecture related to the Big Questions; and panel of Templeton Prize winners and other original thinkers discussing the future of the Big Questions.
The New Cosmic Frontiers International Science Essay Competition On the Nature of our Universe and its Habitats has been organized in conjunction with this Research Grant Program, to offer awards to high school and college students and foster the next generation of Big Questions thinkers.
Fifth Floor Conference Center Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Scientists, students receive awards for exploring big questions about universe New Frontiers in Astronomy & Cosmology
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: The program is open to researchers at universities. The RFP would contain complete eligibility information. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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