The Research Office, Incentive Programs is requesting letters of intent for the NSF – Partnerships for Innovation: Building Innovation Capacity (PFI: BIC) program.

Deadline to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: Monday, August 13, 2012 by 5:00 PM

The PFI: BIC program starts with an existing sound scientific and/or engineering-based research discovery that can be translated through a partnership between academe and small businesses to potentially market-valued solutions and to enhance the innovation capacity of the partners. The funds will provide support to an academic institution to partner with at lease two small technology-based businesses that are not in direct competition with each other. The primary aims of the activities of this partnership are three-fold: (1) to build the innovation capacity of the individual participants from academe and from business; (2) to increase the viability of the small business concerns; and (3) to develop the next-generation workforce by providing opportunities for students at different levels to effectively learn from, participate in, and be profoundly changed by exposure to the process of building innovation capacity that occurs in BIC projects.

Guidance for preparation of letters of intent to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/NSF_PFI_BIC

Letters of intent should be submitted electronically  to Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs, Research Office at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

NSF – PFI: BIC program information: http://nsf.gov/pubs/2012/nsf12578/nsf12578.htm

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Debbie Delmore at (541) 737-8390 or debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

To the OSU Community:

I am pleased to inform you that I have appointed Dr. David Blake to head up our Human Resources department, effective August 27, 2012.  Thank you to everyone who participated in the search.

Dr. Blake is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and has been the chief human resources officer for the University of San Diego for the past two years.  He has over 30 years’ experience in the human resources field, holding positions in the private, public and governmental sectors.  He has lead human resource functions in both higher education and the medical device industry.  Additionally, he serves as an adjunct faculty member for several universities where he teaches advanced level courses related to human capital management as well as leadership.

Dr. Blake holds a Bachelors degree in Vocation Education from Southern Illinois University, a Masters degree in Management from University of Redlands and a Doctorate in Organization in Management – HR Emphasis from Capella University.  He is active in a number of professional and civic organizations.

We are excited about the broad experience and leadership Dr. Blake will bring to Oregon State University.  Please join me in congratulating him on his new role.

Mark McCambridge

Vice President for Finance & Administration

The Research Office, Incentive Programs is requesting letters of intent for the NSF – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Talent Expansion Program (STEP) – Type 1.

Deadline to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: Wednesday, August 8, 2012

The STEP program seeks to increase the number of students receiving associate or baccalaureate degrees in established or emerging fields within science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Type 1 proposals are solicited that provide for full implementation efforts at academic institutions. Type 2 proposals are solicited that support educational research projects on associate or baccalaureate degree attainment in STEM.

Guidance for preparation of letters of intent to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/nsf_step_type1

NSF – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Talent Expansion Program (STEP) – Type 1 program information: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2011/nsf11550/nsf11550.htm

Letters of Intent should be submitted electronically to Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs, Research Office at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Debbie Delmore at (541) 737-8390 or debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

The Camille & Henry Dreyfus Foundation, Inc.

Senior Scientist Mentor Program – Funding Opportunity

Application Deadline:  September 10, 2012

The Camille and Henry Dreyfus Foundation supports emeritus faculty who maintain active research programs with undergraduates in the chemical sciences. The Senior Scientist Mentor Program provides an award of $20,000 over two years for undergraduate stipends and modest research support.

Complete details and application information may be viewed at:

http://www.dreyfus.org/awards/senior_scientist_mentor.shtml

If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu or (541) 737-8390.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
Phone: 541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

http://people.oregonstate.edu/groups/solar/

NSF – Opportunities for Enhancing Diversity in the Geosciences (OEDG) – Track 2

The Research Office, Incentive Programs is requesting letters of intent for the NSF – OEDG-Track 2 program.

Deadline to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: Monday, July 30, 2012

The OEDG Program is designed to address the fact that certain groups are underrepresented in the geosciences relative to the proportions in the general population. The primary goal of the OEDG Program is to increase participation in the geosciences by African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans (American Indians and Alaskan Natives), Native Pacific Islanders (Polynesians or Micronesians), and persons with disabilities. A secondary goal of the program is to increase the perceived relevance of the geosciences among broad and diverse segments of the population.

Track 2: Full-Scale Projects – This Track supports longer-term activities that will identify and promote pathways to geosciences careers among members of underrepresented groups. It is expected that Track 2 proposals will establish programs that are sustainable without additional OEDG funding.

Guidance for preparation of letters of intent to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/nsf_oedg_track2

NSF – OEDG – Track 2 program information: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2010/nsf10599/nsf10599.htm

Letters of intent should be submitted electrically to Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs, Research Office, at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

Jackson Olson Dougan, is conducting research in New Zealand for the summer.  He’s put together a travel blog to document his summer and is sharing it with us.

http://jacksoninnewzealand.tumblr.com/

All,

Please forward this funding opportunity announcement to faculty that may be interested.

The Research Office, Incentive Programs is requesting letters of intent for the Wells Fargo Clean Technology and Innovation Grant Program.

Letter of intent submission deadline to the Research Office: Monday, August 6, 2012

The Clean Technology and Innovation Grant Program is seeking to fund research and development projects taking place at the university, college, and industry lab level, which are helping to address our greatest environmental and energy challenges. It will also look to fund nonprofit clean technology incubators and accelerators that are building a framework for entrepreneurs seeking to provide scalable solutions in the low carbon economy. This grant program will fund projects related to renewable energy, green buildings, energy efficiency, alternative transportation, water, and sustainable agriculture.

Guidance for preparation of letters of intent to the Research Office, Incentive Programs:

http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/wells-fargo-clean-technology-and-innovation-grant

Wells Fargo Clean Technology and Innovation Grant Program information:

https://www.wellsfargo.com/about/csr/ea/environmental-giving

Letter of intent should be submitted electronically to Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs, Research Office at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Debbie Delmore at (541) 737-8390 or debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

All,

Please forward this funding opportunity announcement to faculty that may be interested.

The Research Office, Incentive Programs is requesting letters of intent for the NSF – SAFOD Management Office (SMO) program.

Deadline to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: Monday, August 13, 2012

This solicitation invites single or collaborative proposals for a new San Andreas Fault Observatory at Depth (SAFOD) Management Office (SMO). The SMO will ensure that SAFOD is operated, managed, and maintained in a manner that facilitates ongoing use of SAFOD for independent PI-driven Earth science research.

Guidance for preparation of letters of intent to the Research Office, Incentive Programs: http://oregonstate.edu/research/incentive/nsf_earthscope_safod_management_office_smo

NSF – EarthScope – SAFOD Management Office (SMO) program information: http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2012/nsf12574/nsf12574.htm

Letters of intent should be submitted electrically to Debbie Delmore, Incentive Programs, Research Office at debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Debbie Delmore at (541) 737-8390 or debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu.

Thank you,

Debbie

Debbie Delmore
Coordinator of Special Programs
Research Office
Oregon State University

EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2012 DEBBIE DELMORE IS LOCATED IN SNELL HALL, ROOM 406
MAILING ADDRESS: A312 Kerr Administration Building
Corvallis, OR  97331-2140
541-737-8390
Fax: 541-737-9041
debbie.delmore@oregonstate.edu
http://oregonstate.edu/research/

To: OSU Research Community

Re: Industry Funded Research at OSU

We are making significant changes in the Research Office to enhance the University’s capability to rise to one of the President’s top three priorities: significantly increase university-industry partnering through sponsored research, new business development, and commercialization of research. On July 2, the responsibility for industry funded research agreements will transition from the Office of Sponsored Research to the Office for Commercialization & Corporate Development.

This change is intended to be a major service enhancement for faculty, staff and students, engaging early in the process and emphasizing cross-unit communication. The net result is to operate at the speed of business.  Additional details are on the attached talking points.

RS

Rick Spinrad
Vice President for Research

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Since receiving this email, I have received several inquiries on how this may affect proposal preparation and routing via the new Cayuse system.  I was able to get some confirmation on the matter this afternoon –

It turns out that industry-sponsored proposals &/or those with industry partners will be prepared and submitted as with any proposal and no special routing to the Office for Commercialization and Corporate Development (OCCD) is necessary (or even possible for that matter).  The new changes outlined below take place specifically at the contract stage; the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) will still review the proposal application but will no longer take the lead in reviewing/negotiating/executing industry contracts.

That said, if you have a proposal that you would like reviewed by someone in OCCD, you can add them as an individual to the Investigators/Research Team screen, with a role of “Other Participant (no routing)” and they will be able to view your proposal when logged into the Cayuse system.

Please share with your faculty.

Thank you,

Liz

Liz Etherington

Sponsored Research Program Administration, CAS

Office: 541-737-3429

Cell: 541-740-0002

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Industry Funded Agreements Transistion Talking Points