11:44 a.m.
Greetings Colleagues,
A couple of different things for this week's funding opportunities e-blast. On
Tuesday, Dr. Bonner forwarded an invitation from the Southwest Research Institute and the
Office of Research for the “2024 Connect Research Exchange and Networking Event”.
I’m repeating the specific event details here:
Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024
Event Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Networking Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: SwRI Archives, 6220 Culebra Building 51
Deadline to Register: February 26, 2024
Link to Registration for UTSA Participants:
https://utsa.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5dWeLPJM7VgRL2C
Although the funding goals specify proposals in Biomedicine and Biotechnology; Data
Sciences; Smart and Secure Manufacturing; and Space Sciences and Technology, collaboration
between the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and UTSA's College of Education and
Human Development (COEHD) can significantly enhance the educational components of
SwRI's STEM projects, creating a robust ecosystem that fosters innovation, education,
and community engagement. Here are several ways through which COEHD faculty, centers, and
institutes can show what we bring to the table to add valuable educational components to
SwRI STEM projects:
* Curriculum Development and Educational Research: COEHD faculty can collaborate with
SwRI scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge STEM curriculum materials. These
materials can be based on SwRI's ongoing research projects and tailored for different
educational levels, from K-12 to higher education. This collaboration can also extend to
educational research to assess the effectiveness of STEM education interventions,
providing data-driven insights to refine and improve STEM education practices.
* Teacher Professional Development: The COEHD has expertise in professional
development for educators, which can be leveraged to train teachers on the latest STEM
content and pedagogical strategies. By equipping teachers with knowledge about current
scientific discoveries and technological innovations stemming from SwRI's projects,
they can inspire and better prepare students for careers in STEM fields.
* Community Outreach and Engagement: COEHD's centers and institutes can
collaborate with SwRI to design and implement community outreach programs that aim to
increase public interest and literacy in science and technology. These programs can
include science fairs, workshops, summer camps, and family science nights, where
SwRI's scientific achievements are showcased to the community in an engaging and
accessible manner.
* STEM Education Research and Evaluation: The COEHD can provide expertise in the
evaluation of STEM education programs and initiatives. Through collaborative research
projects, both entities can assess the impact of SwRI's STEM projects on student
learning outcomes, engagement, and interest in STEM careers. This collaboration can lead
to the publication of joint research findings that contribute to the broader knowledge
base of effective STEM education practices.
* Technology Integration in Education: SwRI's advancements in technology can be
integrated into COEHD's educational technology initiatives. This can include the
development of educational apps, games, and virtual reality experiences that bring
SwRI's STEM projects to life for students. COEHD's expertise in instructional
design and technology can ensure these tools are pedagogically sound and effective in
enhancing learning.
* Internships and Mentorship Programs: Collaboration can also include the creation of
internship and mentorship programs where UTSA students, especially from COEHD, gain
hands-on experience by working on SwRI projects. This real-world exposure can enrich the
students' academic knowledge, prepare them for STEM careers, and foster a pipeline of
talented individuals who are well-versed in both the practical and educational facets of
STEM fields.
* Joint Grants and Funding Opportunities: Both SwRI and COEHD can collaborate on
writing proposals for grants that fund innovative educational programs or research
projects at the intersection of science, technology, and education. This partnership can
open up new funding opportunities that support pioneering work in STEM education.
These examples illustrate the potential for a mutually beneficial collaboration between
SwRI and UTSA's COEHD. By combining SwRI's scientific and technological expertise
with COEHD's educational acumen, such collaborations can enhance STEM education,
foster innovation, and have a lasting impact on students, educators, and the broader
community.
Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs
Deadline: April 16, 2024
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/02/16/2024-03277/applicati...
The Training Program for Federal TRIO Programs is a federal initiative designed to provide
grants for the professional development of staff and leadership personnel involved in or
preparing for employment in the Federal TRIO Programs. Its primary goal is to enhance the
effectiveness of these programs by improving project operations, management, and the
delivery of services to underserved populations. The training covers a range of topics,
including reporting and evaluation methods, budget management, student needs assessment,
financial aid assistance, college admissions policies, and strategies for recruiting
hard-to-reach populations. Additionally, it addresses mental health support for TRIO
staff, recognizing the stress factors in the workplace. Through these efforts, the program
aims to improve the academic and support services provided to low-income individuals,
first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities, ensuring they have
the opportunity to succeed in postsecondary education.
This initiative aims to fund training for staff and leaders involved in Federal TRIO
Programs to enhance operations. The program sets forth six absolute priorities and one
invitational priority:
* Absolute Priority 1: Enhancing reporting and evaluation to operate exemplary
projects under the Federal TRIO Programs.
* Absolute Priority 2: Focusing on budget management and compliance with statutory and
regulatory requirements.
* Absolute Priority 3: Assessing student needs, retention, graduation strategies, and
educational technology use.
* Absolute Priority 4: Aiding students in accessing financial aid and understanding
college admissions policies.
* Absolute Priority 5: Strategies for reaching underserved populations, including
those with disabilities, homeless or foster care backgrounds, and limited English
proficiency.
* Absolute Priority 6: Project management training for new directors.
The invitational priority supports mental health resources for TRIO project directors and
staff, acknowledging workplace stress factors, including those exacerbated by the COVID-19
pandemic.
Funding of approximately $4.377 million is allocated, dependent on Congressional
appropriations, with 13 anticipated awards ranging from $309,505 to $402,357 based on the
addressed priority. Eligible entities include higher education institutions and other
public or private non-profits.
NIJ FY24 Research and Evaluation on School Safety
Assistance Listing Number: 16.560
Grants.gov Opportunity Number: O-NIJ-2024-171992
Step 1: Application Grants.gov Deadline: 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 07, 2024
Step 2: Application JustGrants Deadline: 8:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 21, 2024
https://nij.ojp.gov/funding/O-NIJ-2024-171992.pdf
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ), in partnership with the Bureau of Justice
Assistance, is seeking proposals for research and evaluation projects focusing on two key
areas: 1) the root causes and consequences of school violence, and 2) the impact and
effectiveness of initiatives funded under the STOP School Violence Act. Special emphasis
is placed on projects that involve meaningful engagement with practitioners, crime
victims, individuals under criminal justice supervision, and residents of high-crime
communities. Proposals are encouraged to form multidisciplinary research teams and to
address diversity, discrimination, and bias in their studies. Applicants should include
strong letters of support from any partnering agencies and plan for data archiving with
the National Archive of Criminal Justice Data (NACJD).
NIJ prioritizes proposals that offer innovative dissemination strategies, suggesting that
at least 15% of the project budget should support these efforts. Projects involving
multiple agencies must designate a single applicant entity, with others included as
subrecipients. Funding for this solicitation comes from the FY 2024 appropriations,
contingent on Congressional approval.
The solicitation aims to build on a decade of NIJ investment in understanding and
mitigating school violence through rigorous evaluation of prevention and intervention
strategies. It looks for studies that can provide actionable insights for reducing school
violence, with a preference for research identifying changeable factors and offering
solutions applicable to policy and practice. Proposals should be designed to produce
practical benefits and improve school safety, with a strong foundation in collaboration
with educators and community stakeholders. Evaluation components should include both
outcome/impact and process evaluations, with a consideration for cost/benefit analyses
where appropriate.
NIJ offers special consideration for projects involving Minority Serving Institutions
(MSIs) and aims to advance equity and access to services for historically underserved
communities. Projects should address the cultural and linguistic needs of these
communities and demonstrate how the applicant's status as a population-specific
organization enhances their project's implementation capability.
Please let me know if you need further information or assistance if you are thinking of
applying for any of these funding opportunities. There are also several other US
Department of Justice grant opportunities available (particularly from the Office on
Violence Against Women) that I can discuss with you.
Thank you.
--Iwan
Mr. Iwan Notowidigdo
Senior Grant Development Manager
The University of Texas at San Antonio
College of Education & Human Development (COEHD)
iwan.notowidigdo(a)utsa.edu
Mobile: 347-231-5931
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