The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) publishes the RESEARCH ENTERPRISE to keep the academic community and the community at large informed about research activities, opportunities and development on the IUPUI campus.
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IUPUI National Science Foundation Day Attracts Inquiring Minds
As a follow up to NSF Day, the OVCR will offer consultation and other services to ensure the realization of increased NSF proposal submissions from IUPUI faculty. “In order to assist in significantly raising the number of IUPUI researchers receiving NSF grants, my office has planned this series of workshops, this academic year, to help our faculty gain a deeper understanding about NSF and the funding opportunities it offers,” says Dr. Kody Varahramyan, IUPUI Vice Chancellor for Research. All workshops will be conducted by one or more NSF program directors invited to IUPUI. The first workshop took place on October 26, 2009 and was conducted by Dr. Myles Boylan of NSF. The next NSF workshop will take place in the earlier part of the upcoming spring semester. |
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IUPUI Solution Center Supports the Campus in Community-Based Work IUPUI’s faculty has a long history of community engagement through community-based research, consulting, service-learning courses, internships, and class projects in Central Indiana. Yet, as Indiana University and IUPUI have grown, so has the complexity of networks and opportunities to partner with the campus. In 2004, with generous support from the Lilly Endowment, IUPUI created the IUPUI Solution Center with the primary goals of serving the state as a key partner in its efforts to increase the numbers of highly trained and degreed professionals in the state of Indiana and facilitating meaningful collaboration and talent-driven partnerships with Indiana’s business industry, nonprofit, and government sectors. The cornerstone of the Solution Center’s work is its ability to serve as a knowledgeable and informed point of contact for thousands of businesses, nonprofit, and government leaders, connecting them to the talent and expertise of IUPUI’s students, faculty, and researchers. As a part of the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, the Solution Center uses its resources and expertise to identify and coordinate meaningful collaborations between and nonprofit, business, and government leaders by locating internal and external contacts and funding for community-based research, assisting in identifying community organizations for class projects, case studies, or research initiatives, working in partnership with faculty to develop and provide assessment and evaluation measures for experiential initiatives, identifying resources and expertise that enhance discovery, research and development, and technology transfer for IUPUI faculty-inventors, inking faculty and courses to opportunities that advance IUPUI’s vision for the RISE to the Challenge Initiative and hosting annual events that provide the opportunity for faculty to showcase their research and initiatives to Central Indiana business and nonprofit leaders. Equally important to the Solution Center’s success in the community is the IUPUI Venture Fund program. Through the Venture Fund, the Solution Center awards match funding to community partners in order to establish, enhance or sustain meaningful and challenging internships, class projects and applied research projects that challenge students to think critically, align knowledge with practice, become civically engaged, and prepare for the real world of work translate academics and knowledge into practice, positively impact partner organizations and address critical and relevant issues that advance the field, and/or represent the opportunity to advance community partnerships. Priority is given to projects that ask students to work on a multi/inter-disciplinary team. All projects require a match from the community partner. More information on the IUPUI Venture Fund, including proposal guidelines, can be found on the IUPUI Solution Center website. |
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Building a Pipeline for Student Talent and Research
The Solution Center works with community organizations to develop internship, service-learning courses, and experiential opportunities that impact the community and prepare students to live and work in Central Indiana. Since January 2009, the Solution Center has worked with 51 community partners to coordinate internships and class projects for 125 IUPUI students, including the following: Dillinger! Forging a Hoosier Legend As a result of their work on the project, Cody, Robert, and Issac, established their own design consultancy firm, CODO Design, located in the Indiana Humanities Council headquarters in Indianapolis. Cody said, “We’re excited about the potential for our role in the Indianapolis community, particularly in the nonprofit sector—we’ve decided that this is what we want to do with our lives.”
Hawthorne Community Center and Handi-Capable Hands The partnership with Hawthorne began as a summer, architecture technology project mentored by Darrell Nickolson, a faculty member in the School of Engineering and Technology. His students created a design plan for a new building for the Hawthorne Community Center’s existing and new programs. Extending this project to the students in Professor Sheeler’s class will provide Hawthorne with the research they need to develop their communication and fundraising strategies. The Handi-Capable Hands project also began in the summer with a research internship for Lindsey Anderson, a graduate student in Applied Communications. Lindsey conducted business development research for the organization, and delivered a thorough constituent analysis. This fall, Sheeler’s class is using Lindsey’s research to create a communication plan and outreach strategy designed to increase clientele at Handi-Capable Hands. |
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Community-Based Research Class Produces Book on Neighborhood History
During Spring 2009, 13 students enrolled in a community-based research class (“Field Work in Ethnography”) taught by Susan B. Hyatt, Associate Professor of Anthropology in the School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI. They embarked on a project to document the past and present of a neighborhood located on the Eastside of Indianapolis. The students collaborated with a local community group, the Community Heights Neighborhood Organization, to carry out the research, which covers the early history of the community up to the present. Located on the east side of the city, Community Heights extends from Emerson Avenue to Arlington Avenue; from 10th to 21st streets. Student researchers conducted over 40 extended interviews with neighborhood residents; they gathered up and scanned old photos and other memorabilia from local residents and they carried out archival research on the history of the Community Heights neighborhood. A selection of the students’ work is compiled in a book released in October entitled, Eastside Story: Portrait of a Neighborhood on the Suburban Frontier. The book was published by the Neighborhood Alliance Press, a division of Doulos Christou Press, which is located at Englewood Christian Church at Rural and Washington Streets and the launch of the book took place at Arlington Heights Baptist Church (16th and Audubon) on October 10th. Over 100 local residents were present to celebrate the completion of the project. Grants to support the printing of 1,000 copies of the book were generously provided by: The Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiative’s IMAGINE grant, administered by the Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center, the Solution Center at IUPUI, and The Justus Companies, Inc. The book is being distributed by the Community Heights Neighborhood Organization while supplies last (www.community-heights.org) One of the neighborhood landmarks included in the book is the Historic Steer-in Restaurant, located at the corner of Emerson and 10th St. That site has been home to a restaurant since the early 1950s when it was owned by the Collins family and was known as the Northway. The restaurant was then bought by the Laughners in the late 1950s and turned into one of many drive-in restaurants that graced Indianapolis and the Eastside in particular during that era. In 1964, Harold Phillips bought the restaurant and turned it into the restaurant then known as Harold’s Steer-in, a name still in popular use among local residents. In 2007, the Kehrer family, long-time Eastside residents, took over the restaurant and changed the name to the Historic Steer-in. Members of the Kehrer family, along with former owner Harold Phillips and his wife, were present at the launch and are featured in the book. Another important Eastside institution commemorated by this project is Justus Homes, Inc. The family-owned Justus Company built many of the distinctive brick bungalows that grace Community Heights beginning in the post-war period when the community was first being developed. Mr. Walter E. Justus, current president of the Justus Company, which is now in its 4th generation of family management, was also on hand for the launch of the book. “This project is a celebration of a community with an interesting past and a vibrant future, but it is also recognition of the value of community-university partnerships and of the ability of undergraduate students to do excellent field research when given the opportunity,” said Dr. Hyatt. |
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National Science Foundation Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide Revised The National Science Foundation (NSF) has issued a revised version of the NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPP) [NSF 10-1] that will be effective for proposals submitted on or after January 4, 2010. The PAPP Guide is comprised of documents relating to the Foundation's proposal and award process and is designed for use by both our customer community and NSF staff. The revised Guide is available on the NSF website at http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf101. |
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The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research recognizes and congratulates all IUPUI faculty and researchers for recent awards received and helping to advance the IUPUI research enterprise. The following highlights those receiving $100,000 or more in external grants. Grants and Awards - October 2009
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SIGNATURE CENTERS INITIATIVE (SCI) ROUND 3 CALL FOR PROPOSALS: The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research invites proposals for the Round 3 Signature Centers Initiative (SCI) competition. Initially implemented in 2006, the SCI was developed to create strong research units that are uniquely identifiable with IUPUI. The centers were created as an integral part of the Academic Plan for IUPUI, with the goal that they will lead the way in world-class research and creative activities that will substantially enhance IUPUI’s reputation. The proposal submission deadline is January 22, 2010. For more information and to apply, please go to http://research.iupui.edu/funding/. |
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Prereqs for Success: Lifecycle of a Grant Proposal When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 | 02:00 PM-03:30 PM Presenters: Jean Mercer, Director of Grant Services in the IUPUI Office of Research Administration; and Randy Brutkiewicz, Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development, IU School of Medicine. Learn the basics of sponsored programs administration and meet key Sponsored Research Services staff. Participants will also gain insight into the pre-award and post-award processes at IUPUI. This workshop is co-sponsored by the Office of Research Administration SAVE THE DATE - IUPUI Innovation Workshop: Discovery to Enterprise When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 This workshop is designed as a kick-off to a campus-wide initiative supportive of researchers interested in turning research and discovery into commercially viable technologies and products. The workshop will start with an informational session on the programs and services available, including a set of new resources and services becoming available at IUPUI. This will be followed by sessions aimed at exploring faculty interests, responding to questions, and receiving comments and feedback. The workshop is co-sponsored by the IUPUI Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), the IUPUI Solution Center, and the IU Research and Technology Corporation. Registration information will be available soon through the events sections of the OVCR web page (http://research.iupui.edu/events/) and the Solution Center web page (http://www.iupui.edu/~solctr/solution-center-events/. For more information, please contact Teresa A. Bennett, Director, IUPUI Solution Center, at 317 278-9170 or solution@iupui.edu. |
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Scholarship at Lunch Time (SALT) Series The SALT event series is aimed at showcasing interdisciplinary research efforts, promoting IUPUI research center activities, and encouraging new collaborative partnerships. This highly interactive event provides an opportunity to meet fellow researches in an informal setting on a monthly basis at the Faculty Club. The event is open to non-members of the Faculty Club. Due to limited seating it is recommended that you sign-up prior to each scheduled presentation by calling Stephanie at 317-274-7014 or by sending an email to facclub@iupui.edu. Lunch is a buffet that includes soup, a salad bar, two warm entrees with side dishes, and desert for $12.90 (includes tax and gratuity). The following are upcoming presentations.The Legacy of Frankenstein: Regenerative Biology and Medicine When: Thursday, November 19, 2009 | 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Dr. Stocum traces the medical legacy of Frankenstein from the 19th century to today, from the assembly of body parts into a monster, to the regeneration of new tissues and organs. Current methods for replacing tissues and organs damaged by injury or disease, as well as new technologies under development, such as cell transplants and bioartificial tissues and organs, will be presented. A discussion on the bioethical dilemmas regarding the sources of cells to be used will follow. Mood, Stress, and Decision Making in a Virtual World When: Friday, February 24, 2010 | 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Dr. Pfaff’s research explores the intersection of people, information, and technology in computer-supported cooperative work environments through the use of experimental simulations and mixed-methodological approaches. The focus of this talk will be on applied cognitive psychology, with some discussion of the systems used in complex work environments. |
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Funding opportunities in this section include selected current grant announcements from federal agencies for new initiatives and changes to existing programs. Announcements with limited scope are not listed here but are, instead, sent directly to IUPUI School Deans. For comprehensive coverage of funding opportunities please use the on-line search tools listed below.
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Campus Facts Awards to IUPUI for fiscal year 2009-10 are up 36% compared to the same period last year and 16% ahead of the same period for fiscal year 2007-08 (a record year). Groups with significant increases at this point over last year include: Dentistry, Engineering and Technology, IUPU Columbus, Medicine, Science, Social Work and University College. Proposals submitted are down 15% compared to the previous fiscal year. Groups with significant increases in proposals submitted compared to last year, are: Dentistry, Education, Informatics, Liberal Arts and Science. |
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On-line search tools are available to IUPUI investigators who are interested in identifying funding opportunities in their areas of interest. Community of Science (COS): COS is a primary on-line search tool for identifying funding opportunities. To take advantage of this tool, register at http://www.cos.com/login/join.shtml. Once you have completed the short registration process, you can personalize your search by selecting the option entitled “launch your workbench”. You can access federal, local, corporate, foundation, nonprofit and other funding opportunities using key terms and save the results of up to 20 searches and have them delivered to you weekly via email. National Institutes of Health (NIH) “NIH Guide”: To take advantage of this search tool, register at http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/listserv.htm. It allows you to receive discipline specific funding opportunities that are delivered to you weekly via email. National Science Foundation (NSF) “MyNSF”: To take advantage of this search tool, register at http://www.nsf.gov/mynsf/. It allows you to receive discipline specific funding opportunities that are delivered to you weekly via email. Federal Business Opportunities “FedBizOpps”: FedBizOpps is the single government point-of-entry for Federal government procurement opportunities over $25,000. To take advantage of this search tool, visit http://vsearch1.fbo.gov/servlet/SearchServlet. Opportunities found at this site include, but are not limited to, presolicitations and special notices for research and service contracts for specific projects and some national centers and surveys that would not be found in Grants.gov and may not be found in the Community of Science. Limited Submission Funding Opportunities: Many federal agencies and foundations offer grants, awards and fellowships that limit the number of applications that can come from one institution or require special handling. In order to comply with agency and foundation guidelines and increase the chances of Indiana University (IU) succeeding in such limited submissions and special handling opportunities, IU policies and procedures are in place and are utilized by the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and other IU research offices to facilitate internal coordination and competitions. Individuals interested in responding to limited submission opportunities must inform the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research about their intent to apply to a given limited submission opportunity, such that they can be included in the internal review and selection process. Failure to do so may disqualify individuals from consideration for submission to the funding opportunity. Individuals interested in a limited submission opportunity or have any questions about the internal coordination process, contact Etta Ward at emward@iupui.edu or 317-278-8427. For a description of upcoming limited submission funding opportunities, as well as guidelines and application forms, go to: http://ovpr.indiana.edu/limsub/limsub.asp. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list, and that any external funding opportunity that imposes any type of submission limitation is subject to the IU limited submission policy and procedures. Special Handling: The Special Handling list was created in order to communicate donor restrictions and/or preferences for managing solicitation requests from Indiana University. The list reflects special relationships that exist between donors and the university and includes corporations and foundations that the President’s office wishes to review prior to submission in order to coordinate Indiana University’s requests to these donors. The Special Handling List was compiled and is maintained by the Indiana University Foundation office of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Questions regarding this list can be directed to Bobbi Bosch at 317-278-5648 or bsbosch@indiana.edu. IU Authentication is required to view the following attachments: |
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On Friday, November 13, 2009, the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR) sponsored an IUPUI National Science Foundation (NSF) Day. The presentations were held during both the morning and afternoon and were conducted by Dr. Richard Rodewald and Dr. Cedric L. Williams, both NSF Program Directors. IUPUI faculty were briefed on NSF funding opportunities, grant proposal processes, and tips on proposal development strategies. The presentations also provided faculty the opportunity to ask pointed questions and receive candid feedback on a range of topics.
Museum-goers explore the Dillinger! exhibit, created by IUPUI students
Walter E. Justus, President of Justus Homes Inc.
Displaying one of the books
