Research, Funding, and Awards

  • Funding Opportunity - Beckman Scholars Program

    The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) plays a central role in the continuing success and development of the faculty’s research, scholarship, and creative endeavors through its leadership and support services in Research Administration and Research Development.  To this end, the OVPR will be conducting an internal screening process in support of the Beckman Scholars Program.

    Beckman Scholars Program

    The purpose of the Beckman Scholars Program is to help stimulate, encourage and support research activities by exceptionally talented undergraduate students at our nation’s universities and colleges; young people who ultimately will become prominent leaders in the scientific and professional pursuits.  The research activities are to be centered in chemistry, biochemistry, the biological and medical sciences or some interdisciplinary combination of these subjects.

    LIMITED SUBMISSION

    Because a limited number of applications can be submitted for the following program an internal screening process may be required.  If you are considering submitting an application for this program, an on-line Notification of Intent to Submit must be completed by the requested Intent to Submit Deadline.

    When submitting pre-proposals for the internal screening process, be sure to check the Guidelines for updates.  Pre-proposals not adhering to these guidelines and instructions will be returned.

    Program Requirements

    http://www.beckmanscholarsprogram.com/bsp/invitation

    Limit:  Each institution may submit one application for consideration of an award

    Intent to Submit Deadline:  6/5/2014

    Internal Screening Deadline:  6/16/2014

    Sponsor Deadline:  8/1/2014

    Submit e-proposals to: Larisa.Zagorski@uconn.edu

    For more information, contact: Larisa Zagorski at Larisa.Zagorski@uconn.edu