Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, and Theoretical Computer Science 2016
| To: | Chairs and Administrators; Departments in the Physical Sciences; Associate Deans for Research; School/College Research Administrators |
| From: | Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research & Graduate Education |
| Date: | July 09, 2015 |
| Subject: | Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, and Theoretical Computer Science 2015 |
Deadline
| Deadline for Internal Review: | August 17, 2015 |
Project Description
The Simons Investigators in Mathematics, Physics, and Theoretical Computer Science programs aims to provide a stable base of support for outstanding scientists, enabling them to undertake long-term investigations of the fundamental questions in their fields. The intent of the program is to support these scientists in their most productive years, when they are establishing creative new research directions, providing leadership to the field, and effectively mentoring junior scientists.
To be an Investigator, a scientist must be engaged in theoretical research in mathematics, physics, or computer science, must not have previously been a Simons Investigator, and must have a primary appointment as a faculty member with a Ph.D. program (note that the appointment need not be in a mathematics, physics, or computer science department). At the time of the appointment start date, an Investigator should be tenured.
Amount per Award: $100,000 per year in research support
Duration of Award: 5 Years
Number of Awards: In 2016, the foundation expects to appoint up to three Investigators in mathematics, up to seven in physics, and up to three in theoretical computer science.
Eligibility
UW may submit 2 nominees in each of the 3 fields
Website
The following link contains additional information on the program and specific application instructions:
https://www.simonsfoundation.org/mathematics-and-physical-science/simons-investigators/simons-investigators-awardees/
Internal Competition Application Instructions
Applications for Internal Review
To submit your application, follow this link: https://inic-uwmadison.fluidreview.com/
• Nomination Letter (two-page limit) written and signed by the nominator (someone other than the nominee) explaining the distinctive scientific contributions of the nominee, focusing on scientific accomplishments of the past five years, and including discussion of a few important papers.
• Curriculum vitae, including Ph.D. year, institution, advisor, postdoctoral institutions and advisors, positions held subsequent to award of doctorate, and the nominee’s up-to-date publication list.
Sponsor Deadlines
Applications are due to the sponsor by October 28, 2015.
Questions?
Contact grants@research.wisc.edu.