US Egypt: Scientific Collaboration Mark Doyle, PhD AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow Office of International Science and Engineering National Science Foundation mdoyle@nsf.gov (703) 292-7235
US National Science Foundation Outline General Background NSF and International Engagement NSF Programs of Interest For US Scientists/Engineers For International Collaborators http://www.nsf.gov
US National Science Foundation Current annual budget = 6 billion USD US government agency with a domestic mandate Supports U.S. science & engineering research Grants to U.S. Universities and Institutions (10,000 awards annually)
US National Science Foundation International cooperation in science is not a luxury; it is a necessity and the foundation for the future. Arden L. Bement, Jr. NSF Director May 2006
US National Science Foundation NSF supports international collaboration to: Advance the frontiers of science and engineering Provide access to unique expertise, facilities, and phenomena located outside the U.S. Identify opportunities to leverage U.S. resources Prepare a globally engaged U.S. S&E workforce Develop an understanding of global science Nurture capable, confident, adaptable young researchers with strong international networks
US National Science Foundation Are there ways to Support Foreign Partners? Mainly through a US Institutions and Scientists Developed Countries: Collaborator pays Developing Countries: Additional options NSF proposals can include. Salaries/stipends for foreign scientists at US institutions Supplies and materials for foreign scientists while in the US Research expenses for US scientists while in the foreign partner s laboratories or field sites Travel for exchanges both ways
US National Science Foundation If you are a US scientists interested in an international collaboration or a scientist from outside the US looking to collaborate NSF has programs that may be of interest to you. NSF is not a capacity building agency true intellectual collaboration that benefits both sides is essential. Key questions to ask when considering an NSF supported international partnership. Why is the international collaboration important? What unique added value does the collaboration provide: regional expertise, facilities, resources, etc.?
US National Science Foundation How is international collaboration funded at NSF? Integral component of proposals submitted to NSF disciplinary directorates Supplements to existing NSF awards Proposals to OISE
US National Science Foundation Organization of Program Areas
US National Science Foundation Office of International Science and Engineering Criteria for OISE funding True intellectual collaboration New research opportunities Benefit to US science community Active engagement of students & junior researchers
National Science Foundation Office of International Science and Engineering http://www.nsf.gov
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National Science Foundation Office of International Science and Engineering http://www.nsf.gov
US National Science Foundation Programs NSF has many programs that are inherently international.
US National Science Foundation Programs Materials World Network Mathematical & Physical Sciences Directorate US and international collaborators concurrently submit proposals to NSF and the counterpart s funding agency, respectively Egyptian counterpart agency: STDF http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12820&org=nsf&sel_org= MPS&from=fund
US National Science Foundation Programs Basic Research to Enable Agricultural Development (BREAD) NSF Biological Sciences Directorate A partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Funds projects that support basic research to benefit small scale farmers. International collaborations with developing are encouraged. Funding from Gates can support foreign scientists through a sub award from the US institution. http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503403&org=bio
US National Science Foundation Programs Partnerships for International Research and Education (PIRE) Enhance research excellence via international partnership and collaboration. cutting edge research that leverages unique, complementary expertise of US and foreign partners Promote the development of a diverse, globally engaged U.S. scientific and engineering workforce. Innovative international research/education opportunities for students Strengthen the capacity of U.S. institutions to engage in and benefit from international research and education collaborations. Enhance internationalization above level of research lab http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12819&org=oise&from=home
US-Egypt Joint Science and Technology Fund Goals of the Joint Fund: To strengthen the scientific and technological capabilities of both countries. To broaden and expand relations between the scientific and technical communities. To promote scientific and technological cooperation in areas of mutual benefit for peaceful purposes. http://cairo.usembassy.gov/usegypt/index.htm
US-Egypt Joint Science and Technology Fund Awards Granted Through the Joint Fund Dual Cooperative Research Grants Type A: up to 100,000 USD Type B: up to 200,000 USD Workshop Grants Junior Scientist Visits Approximately 4M USD per year is distributed equally among American and Egyptian scientists for collaborative research projects. http://cairo.usembassy.gov/usegypt/index.htm
US-Egypt Joint Science and Technology Fund Grant Application Process Egyptian Scientist US Scientist Proposals Science and Technology Development Fund (Egypt) Relevant Technical Agency (US) NSF, DOE, EPA, NIH, USDA, NIST Review US PI recommends the Agency to review the proposal. Joint Review Egyptian Scientist US Scientist http://cairo.usembassy.gov/usegypt/index.htm Award
Thank You Mark Doyle, PhD AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow mdoyle@nsf.gov (703) 292-7235 DeAndra Beck, PhD Program Manager Africa, Near East, South Asia Division Office of International Science and Engineering National Science Foundation dbeck@nsf.gov Osman Shinaishin, PhD Program Coordinator Africa, Near East, South Asia Division Office of International Science and Engineering National Science Foundation oshinais@nsf.gov