Research Enhancement Award (REA)
Research Capability Enhancement Travel
Mini-Grants 2002/2003 Announcement

The Marshall University NASA WV Space Grant Consortium Advisory Committee is accepting proposals for research and travel related to science, math and engineering.

NASA Research Enhancement Award (REA): Deadline-Oct. 18, 2002 • Projects must be related to science and engineering, with science being defined broadly to include any research topic of interest to NASA. • Total budget may not exceed $8,000. • Collaboration with researchers in other departments, in industry and/or at NASA is encouraged. • Priority will be given to faculty who are striving to initiate or establish support for their research and/or are proposing interdepartmental research projects. • Women and minorities are highly encouraged to apply. • The project is expected to be completed in one year.

Research Capability Enhancement Travel Mini-Grants: Deadline - Oct. 18, 2002 • Mini-grants up to $1,000 to faculty members for travel to NASA Space Center, national conferences, or visit a collaborating lab. • Grants can only be used for travel within the USA before July 1, 2003. • Grants will be judged based on the merits of the proposed activities and the potential benefits for the applicant's future research activities.

Application forms and further information can be obtained from Marcia Harrison at harrison@marshall.edu, or from a Member of the Marshall University NASA WV Space Grant Consortium Advisory Committee.