Applications close 2 May 2023
FLEET and our partner in New Zealand, the MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, are sharing a mission to search for future low-energy electronics via the development of novel materials and devices. This partnership benefits both organisations partnership through multifaceted research collaboration, sharing of innovative ideas and best practice in the sphere of public engagement and commercialisation, as well as sharing best practice on equity issues.
A $20k fund is available to FLEET members to support outgoing travel to collaborate with MacDiarmid investigators. This funding has been matched by MacDiarmid for their investigators. These funds are targeted to particularly support travel costs and stays; these are likely to be in the region of 1-3 months (as justified by the project). The collaboration with MacDiarmid expands beyond the complementary research programs in both organisations to include also initiatives to improve equity in STEM, outreach as well as public engagement. Collaborative projects in these areas are therefore, highly encouraged.
Applications are sought from all FLEET members for travels in 2023, ECRs and students are highly encouraged to apply.
Allowable budget items
Funds may be used for the following items:
- return economy flight to the host or associated university plus transfers;
- food & accommodation;
- visas;
- other related items as negotiated with FLEET.
Application information
Applications will be assessed by the Executive Committee on the basis of the strength of the proposal and its alignment with FLEET’s strategic priorities as well as the potential career development benefits to the applicant. Within one month return from the visit, the applicant must submit a one page report on the visit. They may also be invited to participate in an interview with the Centre’s Communications Officer.
To apply, please submit the below form by COB 2 May 2023 with a two-page pdf containing:
- description of the proposal including timeline and objectives;
- benefit (to your career and FLEET);
- detailed budget, justification and value for money.
In addition, the application must also include:
- a letter of support for the proposal from the MacDiarmid host
- for research fellows and students, a letter of recommendation from supervisor
For all inquiries about this FLEET-MacDiarmid collaborative grant, please contact Dr Tich-Lam Nguyen, FLEET Chief Operating Officer at: tich-lam.nguyen@monash.edu or +61 3 9905 9278.
Apply at FLEET internal grants page, access via the FLEET member portal or FLEET cle(v)er KPI portal.