NSF to Host Regional Grants Conference in April 2008

The University of Rhode Island will host a National Science Foundation (NSF) Regional Grants Conference on April 7-8, 2008, in Providence, R.I. Optional FastLane/Grants.gov sessions will be held on April 6.

The conference is important for new faculty, researchers and administrators who want to gain insight into a wide range of current issues at NSF, including the state of current funding; new and current policies and procedures; and pertinent administrative issues. Program officers representing each NSF directorate will be on hand to provide up-to-date information about specific funding opportunities and to answer questions.

Highlights will include:

New programs and initiatives
Future directions and strategies for national science policy
Proposal preparation
NSF's merit review process
Cross-disciplinary and special interest programs
Conflict of interest policies
Breakout sessions by discipline
FastLane/Grants.gov workshops

For information about conference registration and lodging, please visit the conference website.

Questions about conference registration should be directed to nsf_regional@nsf.gov or (703) 465-5736.

For additional information regarding program content, contact the Policy Office, Division of Institution and Award Support, at policy@nsf.gov or (703) 292-8243.