[ GORDON AND BETTY MOORE FOUNDATION - Moore–Simons Project on the Origin of the Eukaryotic Cell: A joint call for proposals | Research funding ]
Event details
Date | 30.09.2019 |
Category | Call for proposal |
Aim: The Moore Foundation and Simons Foundation seek to support novel research on the origin of the eukaryotic cell, including understanding the processes that may have led to the emergence of the first eukaryotic common ancestor (FECA) and how FECA evolved into the last eukaryotic common ancestor (LECA). These grants will advance understanding of the evolutionary, ecological and biological mechanisms that may have allowed emergence of the first eukaryotic cells almost two billion years ago and should aim to demonstrate progress towards clarifying or eliminating eukaryogenesis hypotheses. We also seek to support development of new hypotheses with potential to reveal novel but potentially unexpected insights into eukaryogenesis.
Researchers and collaborative teams will be selected based on their ability to clearly articulate which eukaryogenesis hypotheses frame the proposed research and how the work will inform understanding of different steps in eukaryotic cell evolution.
Duration: 2-3 years
Funding: No pre-determined award size
Eligibility: Individuals or teams may apply. We aim to have scientists who represent both early and established career stages and include both current and emerging leaders in their fields; however, to be eligible for this competition, the proposal lead must hold a tenured or tenure-track position (or equivalent independent position). Applications are welcome from scientists based in the United States and internationally.
How to Apply: The proposal lead is responsible for all components of the proposal package. Your proposal must include the following information: Contact Information for Each Team Member, Community Survey (proposal lead only), Proposal with Figures and References, Researcher Background and Biographical Sketch for Proposal Lead and Any Co-Submitters, and Budget Sketch and Justification. Proposals should be submitted on the smapply application platform.
Deadline: 30 September 2019
Further information
Researchers and collaborative teams will be selected based on their ability to clearly articulate which eukaryogenesis hypotheses frame the proposed research and how the work will inform understanding of different steps in eukaryotic cell evolution.
Duration: 2-3 years
Funding: No pre-determined award size
Eligibility: Individuals or teams may apply. We aim to have scientists who represent both early and established career stages and include both current and emerging leaders in their fields; however, to be eligible for this competition, the proposal lead must hold a tenured or tenure-track position (or equivalent independent position). Applications are welcome from scientists based in the United States and internationally.
How to Apply: The proposal lead is responsible for all components of the proposal package. Your proposal must include the following information: Contact Information for Each Team Member, Community Survey (proposal lead only), Proposal with Figures and References, Researcher Background and Biographical Sketch for Proposal Lead and Any Co-Submitters, and Budget Sketch and Justification. Proposals should be submitted on the smapply application platform.
Deadline: 30 September 2019
Further information
- More information about the program is available here.
- The application portal can be found here.
- For any other questions, please contact the Research Office.
Practical information
- General public
- Free