Fellowship IREX Roberts Fellowship for Social Sciences Research Application deadline April 15, 2001 This new program will support cutting-edge research in the social sciences on Eastern Europe, the New Independent States (NIS), the Near East, and Asia. A single grant will be awarded each year for up to 18 months in length. The principal investigator for the grant must be a US citizen or permanent resident. Collaborative research programs involving international colleagues are strongly encouraged. Applicants must hold a PhD or other professional degree at time of application. Expenses covered under the grant include travel and associated expenses, stipends, honoraria, research materials, meeting and conference expenses, and publication expenses. Limited equipment may also be authorized if needed to conduct research. The maximum award is $50,000. To apply, submit a completed application form, reference form, a project proposal (including goal, purpose, and methodology), budget, timeline, and curriculum vitae. Applications must be received in the IREX office by April 15. The Fellow will be notified on May 15, 2001. The project may begin as early as June 1, 2001. Applications can be downloaded from the IREX Web site at: http://www.irex.org/programs/roberts/application.htm Applications are also available in hard copy through the IREX Information Assistant via e-mail at irex@irex.org or by telephone at (202) 628-8188. Listed with AZER.com: 03/08/2001 AI Home | Magazine Choice | Topics | Store | Contact us From Azerbaijan International © Azerbaijan International 2000. All rights reserved.