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I2D-list FW: Shah Lab Seed Grant Awards 2020 - RFI
by Gupta, Pallavi 02 Dec '19

02 Dec '19

Hi All, If you haven’t submitted your response, please do so by today end of the day. Thanks Kind Regards, Pallavi Gupta Assistant Director of Programs Shah Family Global Innovation Lab Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships Office: 765-496-7311 | Mobile: 304 545 1525 | gupta604(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gupta604@purdue.edu> [/Users/gupta604/Library/Containers/com.microsoft.Outlook/Data/Library/Caches/Signatures/signature_381283032] From: "Gupta, Pallavi" <gupta604(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gupta604@purdue.edu>> Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 2:32 PM To: "i2d-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:i2d-list@ecn.purdue.edu>" <i2d-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:i2d-list@ecn.purdue.edu>>, "water_faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu<mailto:water_faculty@lists.purdue.edu>" <water_faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu<mailto:water_faculty@lists.purdue.edu>>, "water-faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu<mailto:water-faculty@lists.purdue.edu>" <water-faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu<mailto:water-faculty@lists.purdue.edu>>, "engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engfaculty-list@ecn.purdue.edu>" <engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engfaculty-list@ecn.purdue.edu>>, "engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engcs-list@ecn.purdue.edu>" <engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engcs-list@ecn.purdue.edu>>, "engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engap-list@ecn.purdue.edu>" <engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:engap-list@ecn.purdue.edu>>, "coe-grad-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:coe-grad-list@ecn.purdue.edu>" <coe-grad-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu<mailto:coe-grad-list@ecn.purdue.edu>> Subject: Shah Lab Seed Grant Awards 2020 - RFI Dear All, For Seed Grant Awards 2020, we reached out to multiple non-profit organizations and NGOs and have collected 37 problem statements from across multiple countries. The problems statements are outlined here- https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants and<https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants> are across following thematic areas: * Humanitarian Response / Disaster preparedness * Health and Wellbeing * Environment / Energy * Agriculture / Food Security * Education / Literacy * Water/ Waste management / Water scarcity / Irrigation If you have a technology or a solution that is relevant to any of the problem statements, please connect with us by filling a short form (3 questions) by Nov 25. https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5k8ryfbyr1Zm73 Based on the responses, as next steps, Shah Lab will identify problem statements for the Seed Grant Awards 2020 and will facilitate collaborations between organizations and interested faculty. Please let me know if you have any questions. P.S – Please consider sharing this with other faculty/researchers. Thank you Kind Regards, Pallavi Gupta Assistant Director of Programs Shah Family Global Innovation Lab Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships Office: 765-496-7311 | Mobile: 304 545 1525 | gupta604(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gupta604@purdue.edu> [/Users/gupta604/Library/Containers/com.microsoft.Outlook/Data/Library/Caches/Signatures/signature_1875329749]

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I2D-list FW: Funding Opportunities from the SDSN
by Gupta, Pallavi 19 Nov '19

19 Nov '19

Apologies for cross-posting. Thanks Pallavi From: "Shively, Gerald E." <shivelyg(a)purdue.edu> Date: Monday, November 18, 2019 at 9:46 PM To: "Shively, Gerald E." <shivelyg(a)purdue.edu> Subject: Funding Opportunities from the SDSN Among the many benefits of being on the International Development Working Group list is the following, an occasional list of funding opportunities redirected from the Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Numerous relevant opportunities, including calls for papers and fellowship opportunities for students. As always, if you are interested in something but need help gluing things together, please let me know how I can help. Jerry Gerald Shively Associate Dean and Director of International Programs in Agriculture Purdue University ag.purdue.edu/ipia New in: 1. Call for Papers, SDG Center for Latin America and the Caribbean (CODS)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 2. Call for Papers, IST-Africa Institute<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 3. 2020 Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 4. 4th Mediterranean Water Heroes Contest <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 5. International Youth Fellow, Aga Khan Foundation Canada<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 6. Africave Fellowship 2020<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 7. Lead2030 Challenge SDG 2<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 8. Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) 9. 2020 Buffett Awards for Leadership in Africa and Latin America, National Geographic Society<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 10. ICATCH Grants, American Academy of Pediatrics (Low-income and Lower-Middle income countries)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> All currently open calls: Grant-making opportunities 1. Jordan: Call for Grant Applications on Food and Nutrition Security (FNS) <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The Nuffic is seeking applications for its program entitled Food and Nutrition Security (FNS) to strengthen knowledge infrastructure for scientific and research data to support knowledge-sharing and demand-driven decision-making in agriculture. Award: Maximum EUR 1,000,000 Deadline: Nov 14, 2019. 2. Research Grants Program, Arab Council for the Social Sciences<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The 7th cycle of the program will focus on the theme of “Health and Livelihoods in the Arab Region: Well-being, Vulnerability and Conflict.” This funding opportunity aims to support research across disciplinary boundaries and methodological approaches on key themes of concern to the Arab region. Funding available: to individual researchers (up to USD 20,000), teams of researchers (up to USD 35,000), and collectives and institutions (up to USD 50,000) Deadline: Nov 17, 2019. 3. 2019 Innovation Joint Call for Proposals is now open<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Applicants are invited to apply for 2019 Innovation Joint Call for Proposals in the fields of Infectious Diseases (incl. Antimicrobial Resistance) and Smart Cities. Deadline: Nov 18, 2019. 4. Call for Proposals, Global Citizenship Education, Bridge 47<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Latvia, Scotland, Slovakia, Slovenia) Invites innovative and/or experimental projects that help us build our understanding of how to facilitate transformative change through Global Citizenship Education. Funding information: maximum project budget should not exceed 7 000 €, with a maximum project grant of 6 650 € (5% co-financing is requested from project applicant). Deadline: Nov 18, 2020. 5. The Intersection of Sex and Gender Influences on Health and Disease, Department of Health and Human Services/ National Institutes of Health (United States)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To invite R01 applications on: (1) research proposals that examine sex and gender factors and their intersection in understanding health and disease; and (2) research that addresses one of the five research priorities in the new 2019-2023 Trans-NIH Strategic Plan for Women's Health Research "Advancing Science for the Health of Women." Award information: Application budgets may not exceed direct costs of USD 350,000 p/year. Deadline: Nov 25, 2019. 6. New ICATCH Grants, American Academy of Pediatrics (Low-income and Lower-Middle income countries)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Designed for paediatricians and other health workers who need financial and advisory support to plan and implement a project or program that provides clinical care to children or adolescents, provides health education for children, or provides training for health care providers. Note: does not fund research projects. Funding information: 3-Year grants for programs (USD 2,000 per year, total USD 6,000). Deadline: Nov 26, 2019. 7. Call for Proposal for Energy Research, Nordic Energy Research<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (Nordic countries) Inviting proposals for Energy Research which is seeks to promote cooperative and policy development in the Nordic region, as well as develop new knowledge about and solutions for the many aspects of the energy area affecting the Nordic countries. Total funding available: NOK 650,000, with max. NOK 50 000 per project Deadline: Nov 29, 2019. 8. Calls for Proposals, European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Looking for plastic clean-up projects; on beaches, rivers, lakes, mountains and trails - alongside other conservation projects as well. Projects must also meet all EOCA's other criteria for a conservation project. For funding in spring 2020. Funding information: only fund to a maximum of EUR 30,000, but will fund projects of a higher budget if there are other sources of funding. Deadline: Nov 30, 2019. 9. Research Grant, Nigerian Conservation Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) with support from Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) offers research grants to Nigerian citizens wishing to undertake research work in fields related to nature conservation and sustainable livelihood. The grant shall be to support a PhD programme. This year’s theme is "Human-Wildlife Conflict". Deadline: Nov 30, 2019. 10. Call for Proposals for Small Grants Innovation Program, WWF-India<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To encourage young Indians to respond innovatively and independently to the conservation issues which affect the country. The grants will be used to fund research and initiatives which especially demonstrate innovation that is replicable, scalable and sustainable. Award: a one-time grant of up to INR 400,000 over a max. period of 2 years. Funds will be provided in a phased manner. Deadline: Nov 30, 2019. 11. Call for research concept notes, SANDEE<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (South Asia and HKH countries) For research projects on the economics of forest restoration: the reestablishment of forest cover in degraded or recently harvested forests (reforestation) or marginal or abandoned croplands and pastures (afforestation). Funding available: Grants are likely to be in the range of USD 20,000–30,000 over a two-year period. Larger grants are more likely if teams are multidisciplinary, involve two or more countries in the region, or focus on a transboundary issue. Deadline: Nov 30, 2019. 12. Call for Applications, Grant Program, Keidanren Nature Conservation Fund (KNCF)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (developing countries, particularly in Asia-Pacific) Provides assistance to nature conservation efforts implemented by NGOs/NPOs in developing countries, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region and provides assistance to nature conservation efforts and sustainable use of nature resources in Japan. Funding information: No standard amount is set. It’s based on the project and budget plan. Deadline: Dec 2, 2019. 13. Conference Grants, Spencer Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) Provides support to scholars for small research conferences and focused symposia. This program is intended to bring together researchers whose substantive knowledge, theoretical insight, and methodological expertise to advance best practices in education research. Funding information: supports conference proposals with budgets of USD 50,000 or less Deadline: Dec 4, 2019. 14. New Call for Papers, SDG Center for Latin America and the Caribbean (CODS)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Development of policy documents that address the challenges associated with the achievement of SDG 12 Responsible production and consumption, and SDG 13, Climate action. Comparative analysis of countries in the region, tracking of best practices and formulation of policy recommendations. Award: up to USD 5,000 Deadline: Dec 6, 2019. 15. SEARCA seeking Applications for Travel Grant Program to promote Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Applications are open for SEARCA Travel Grant Program to reinforce the Center's efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region. Award: Maximum USD 1,200 Deadline: Dec 7, 2019. 16. Embassy of Japan announces Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects in Botswana <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The Embassy of Japan is seeking applications for its Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP), which is a scheme for supporting people-centred relatively small projects, which have a direct and immediate impact on the well being of disadvantaged communities at a grass-roots level. Award: 10,000,000 Japanese Yen (approximately 950,000 BWP) Deadline: Dec 20, 2019 17. Jana Robeyst Trust Fund <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (Sub-Saharan Africa) To provide financial resources to early career scientists/conservationists and non-profit organizations to carry out vital field conservation and research work in Africa. Award: Small grants will be awarded up to a maximum of EUR 1,500 Deadline: Dec 31, 2019. 18. Solid Waste Management Grant Program, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Established to assist communities through free technical assistance and/or training provided by the grant recipients. Qualified organizations will receive SWM grant funds to reduce or eliminate pollution of water resources in rural areas, and improve planning and management of solid waste sites in rural areas. Award: Estimated Total Program Funding: USD 4,000,000 / Award Ceiling: USD 1,000,000 Deadline: Dec 31, 2019. 19. Call for Concept Applications, The Conservation, Food & Health Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (low- and lower-middle-income countries in Asia, Africa, LatAm, and the Middle East) The foundation helps build the capacity of organizations and coalitions with grants that support research or improve the learning and generation of local solutions to complex problems. It supports projects that demonstrate local leadership and promote professional development in the conservation, agricultural, and health sciences; develop the capacity of local organizations; and address a particular problem or question in the field. Deadline: Jan 1, 2020. 20. Big Cats Conservations Initiative, National Geographic Society<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To advance conservation efforts benefiting big cat populations, protecting and restoring them and their habitats via field-based, action-oriented, direct, and quantifiable strategic programs. To identify projects that will help reduce the decline of African big cats. Funding information: applicants may request up to USD 100,000 to be used over 1 or 2 years Deadline: Jan 15, 2020. 21. Request for Proposals, National Geographic Society<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Seeking proposals for the grant program entitled "Biodiversity Exploration and Discovery" to support inventories, surveys, and research expeditions in regions of the world where species discoveries are more likely to occur and where little or no information is available. Funding information: Applicants may request up to USD 50,000, with clear budget justification for use of the grant Deadline: Jan 15, 2020. 22. Environmental Curriculum Development Grants, Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To assist educators in the design and implementation of holistic environmental curricula. The Foundation seeks to contribute to the development, implementation and/or field testing of environmental curricula that meet the mission, goals and requirements. Deadline: Jan 25, 2020. 23. Call for Proposals, African Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Innovation Fund, European Union<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The global objective is to unlock the inclusive innovation potential of ACP countries and support their transition into knowledge-based economies for sustainable development and poverty reduction. The specific objective is to contribute to a conducive and inclusive environment for Research and Innovation in ACP countries. Funding information: Any grant requested must fall between a minimum amount of EUR 4,000,000 and a maximum amount of EUR 4,200,000 Deadline: Jan 29, 2019. 24. Aboriginal Land Clean-up and Prevention Program (ALCUP), NSW Environment Protection Authority<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> This program aims to protect and enhance land that is culturally significant to Aboriginal people. It seeks to provide support to Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) to manage illegal dumping on private land owned by Aboriginal communities. Range: AUS 10,000 – 75,000 Deadline: This program is open on an ongoing basis until 30 September 2019 or until funds are exhausted. 25. Call for Proposals to Save Endangered Flora and Fauna, Prince Bernhard Nature Fund<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To support small, local initiatives worldwide towards the conservation of endangered species (flora & fauna), or other initiatives that promote conservation and wise use of nature and our natural resources base. Preferential support for projects in developing countries, with special focus on tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America. Range: Up to USD/EUR 20,000 Deadline: Feb 1, 2020. 26. Small Grants Program, Clif Bar Family Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) Supports innovative small and mid-sized groups working to strengthen their food system and communities, enhance public health, and safeguard environment and natural resources. Deadline: Feb 1, 2020. 27. Call for Proposals, ARCHIPELAGO<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (see list of African and European countries) 4-year European programme, funded by the EU in the framework of the EU Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. Its main objectives are to improve the employability of young people through targeted technical and vocational education and training (TVET) measures and to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Funding information: The overall indicative amount made available is EUR 4,500,000. Min. amount EUR 400,000 and max. amount EUR 500,000. Deadline: Feb 6, 2020. 28. Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products. Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000. Deadline: March 20, 2020. 29. Grant Program, Mazda Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (New Zealand) Will consider awarding grants to programmes promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture. Deadline: Mar 31, 2020. 30. Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species. Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000 Deadline: Apr 10, 2020. 31. Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment. Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications. 32. Global Innovation Fund (GIF)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day. Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000 Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis. Conferences: Calls for abstracts, papers or speakers 1. Paris Peace Forum<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Paris, France, Nov 11 – 13, 2019 The Forum is held every year with the aim to place global governance at the top of the international agenda. Stakeholders discuss governance issues and cooperate on solutions through three spaces: Solutions (presenting solutions for incremental change), Debates (discussing solutions rather than problems), and Innovations (developing digital prototypes). 2. International Sustainability Resources and Technology Conference<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Muscat, Oman, Feb 10 – 12, 2020 Aims to connect local and global stakeholders across academia, industry, and public sector to foster constructive debate and enhance cross-collaboration. The conference is based on a scientific program focused on many areas such as sustainable resource management, circular economy, and environmental responsibility; and promotes implementable solutions that are scalable and sustainable. 3. 6th International Symposium on Knowledge and Capacity for the Water Sector<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Delft, Netherlands, May 27-29, 2020 Convening key stakeholders to explore the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed by water professionals and institutions. The meeting will also study how new developments in implementation science can strengthen institutional capacity to enhance water security. Currently accepting abstracts. Deadline: Nov 14, 2019. 4. Call for Session Proposals: Sustainability Research and Innovation (SRI2020)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Brisbane, Australia, June 14-17, 2020 Open to groups comprised of anyone working in sustainability science and practice; which includes the research sector, government, business, philanthropy and civil society; and welcomes a wide range of interventions in four session categories. Deadline: Nov 15, 2019. 5. New Call for Papers, IST-Africa Institute<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Kampala, Uganda, May 6-8, 2020 IST-Africa brings together cross-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary stakeholders from public, private, education and research, societal, funding and donor sector with end user communities focused on ICT and STI Research and Innovation. Thematic areas include: eHealth/mHealth, Technology-enhanced learning, eGovernment, ICT4D, and others. Deadline: Dec 9, 2019. 6. Call for Papers, 7th International Conference on Flood and Urban Water Management<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Valencia, Spain, May 11-13, 2020 The meeting aims to attract researchers, academics and practitioners actively involved in improving our understanding of urban water systems and flood events. Awards and prizes 1. iF Social Impact Prize 2019<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Aims to publish and support projects that contribute to solving the most urgent challenges of our society. Categories include: healthy lives, quality education, gender equality, water and sanitation, clean energy, economic growth, resilient infrastructure, sustainable cities and communities, sustainable consumption, climate action, life below water, life on land. Award: a share of EUR 50,000 Deadline: Nov 20, 2019. 2. Future Conservationist Award, 2020<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Funding will support early-career conservationists to conduct scientific research, encourage and promote pro-conservation attitudes and deliver tangible results to better conserve and manage the natural world. Award: USD 15,000 Deadline: Nov 24, 2019. 3. Food System Vision Prize<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Is an invitation for organizations across the globe to develop a Vision of the regenerative and nourishing food system that they aspire to create by the 2050. Award: USD 2,000,000 will be distributed to the Top Visionaries, who will be eligible to receive a prize of USD 200,000 each. Deadline: Dec 5, 2019. 4. SUEZ-Institut de France Award<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Open to any non-profit organization (Access to Essential Services Award) and to any social entrepreneur (Social Entrepreneurship Award) who have developed an innovative and replicable project contributing to the development of water services, sanitation or waste management in developing countries, preferably applicable to urban and peri-urban areas. Award: (2) EUR 50,000 awards Deadline: Dec 15, 2019. 5. Volvo Environment Prize 2020 to Promote Scientific Research & Innovations<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Honoring outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries, which in broad terms fall within the environmental fields. The Prize is awarded by an independent foundation, instituted in 1988. A Scientific Committee does the initial screening and evaluation of candidates. The International Prize Jury, a group of internationally renowned scientists, makes the final selection of laureate or laureates. Award: SEK 1,500,000 Deadline: Jan 10, 2020. 6. New 2020 Buffett Awards for Leadership in Africa and Latin America, National Geographic Society<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Awards individuals that have demonstrated leadership in managing and protecting the natural resources in their regions and countries, and are inspirational conservation advocates who serve as role models and mentors. Deadline: Jan 10, 2020. 7. Matching Awards Program, National Forest Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) To provide funding for results-oriented on-the-ground projects that enhance forest health and outdoor experiences on National Forests and Grasslands. These projects provide a lasting impact to the lands, waters, and wildlife of the National Forest System. Education, inventory and monitoring projects are not considered on-the-ground projects. Award: Average award amount in 2018 was USD 25,032 Deadline: Jan 16, 2020. 8. Victor J. Goldberg Prize, Institute of International Education (MENA)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Annually recognizes the outstanding work being conducted jointly by two individuals, one Arab and one Israeli, working together to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East. Award: two winners share a USD 10,000 prize. Deadline: Feb 1, 2020. 9. Sydney Peace Prize 2021, Sydney Peace Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Aims to inspire and empower people from all walks of life to make peace with justice a reality. Australia’s only international prize for peace to recognise leading global peacemakers is awarded to an individual or organisation. Award: AUD 50,000 Deadline: Jun 30, 2020 Fellowships and other opportunities 1. Call for Applications, Leadership Development Program for the Education Sector, YALI Regional Leadership Center<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (see link for eligible countries in Africa) YALI and the Trevor Noah Foundation partnered to invest in a new generation of young African champions for education quality. Program implementation will be completed in two phases: 1) four weeks of intensive classroom training focused on foundational leadership skills and the application of business and public institution management tools and 2) six months of post-graduation coaching and mentoring. Deadline: Nov 15, 2019. 2. New Africave Fellowship 2020<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Flagship initiative built to cater for Africa’s best talent across all fields. Every Africave fellow is matched with a personal mentor and taps into a network of partners and advisors for career and entrepreneurial development. Deadline: Nov 15, 2019. 3. Digital Challenge - African Cities for a sustainable future, Agence Française de Développement (AFD)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Start-ups, associations or research centers that are developing a digital solution that promotes the development of inclusive and sustainable cities in Africa and belongs to one of the following categories: quality urban services, development for the most vulnerable, stimulation of local economic development, and relationship-building between citizens and local authorities, are welcomed to apply. Prize: EUR 20,000 and a tailor-made accompaniment "Acceleration Pack" Deadline: Nov 18, 2019. 4. 2019 AREF/EDCTP Preparatory Fellowship<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Enhancing the competitiveness of up-and-coming post-doctoral sub-Saharan African scientists and clinicians aspiring to receive international/regional/national fellowships or grant support, such as the EDCTP Career Development Fellowships. Targeting outstanding early-career researchers residing in or wishing to relocate to sub-Saharan Africa, who demonstrate independent scientific thinking and have potential to deliver locally relevant research with measurable impact and within the scope of the EDCTP2 programme Funding Information: The call budget is EUR 400,000; the requested contribution per project should not exceed EUR 70,000. The funding level is 100% of eligible costs. Deadline: Nov 27, 2019. 5. PhD Fellowship Opportunity: Food Technologies and Food Security<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The Environmental Studies Program<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (in collaboration with the Sustainability Innovation Lab at Colorado<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (SILC) and the Global Sustainability Scholars Program<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> at the University of Colorado Boulder<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…>. The Food System Technology Fellowships will support (3) students pursuing their Ph.D. conducting research to understand the social and economic dimensions of whether and how new food system technologies can contribute to food security in the US. Deadline: Dec 1, 2019. 6. Call for Projects, WWF Nedbank Green Trust<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (South Africa) to fund innovative projects to help solve some of the greatest socio-environmental challenges in South Africa. See the funding guidelines<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> to determine if your project concept will make a significant and catalytic contribution to the Trust’s environmental outcomes. Deadline: Dec 6, 2019. 7. New 4th Mediterranean Water Heroes Contest <http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Contest will offer youth water activists from around the Mediterranean the opportunity to showcase their innovative work on water and Climate Change. Deadline: Dec 15, 2019. 8. New Lead2030 Challenge SDG 2<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Seeks to support solutions which work to end malnutrition. Challenge submissions must focus on: achieving, by 2025, the internationally agreed targets on stunting and wasting in children under 5 years of age or addressing the nutritional needs of adolescent girls, older persons or pregnant and lactating women. Award: winning solution will receive a USD 50,000 grant and 1-year mentorship from RB Deadline: Jan 5, 2020. 9. Young Scientists Summer Program, International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> The annual 3-month (YSSP) program offers research opportunities to talented young researchers whose interests correspond with the institute’s ongoing research on issues of global environmental, economic, and social change. Deadline: Jan 11, 2020. 10. 2020 Kingship Conservation Fellowship<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Using a case study methodology, Fellows identify new solutions to real life conservation challenges. Over the course of the month, Fellows attend dynamic sessions, participate in collaborative and independent projects, and attend field trips. Deadline: Jan 12, 2020. 11. New Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) Fellows spend five months with community-based organizations throughout the United States. In mid-February fellows return to Washington for a second placement with organizations and government agencies focused on national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy. Award: Typically receive financial packages in the range of USD 38,000 to USD 43,000. Deadline: Jan 13, 2020. 12. Rethink Plastics Challenge<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (list of eligible countries<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…>) To reduce or eliminate the production of single-use plastic and plastic waste in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Inter-American Development Bank is seeking innovative solutions. Award: USD 60,000 in cash prizes, with a top prize of USD 30,000. The winning submissions could be considered for a pilot project financed by the IDB Group up to USD 250,000 subject to due diligence and internal approvals. Deadline: Jan 14, 2020. 13. PhD Workshop, Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> IIHS Bengaluru City Campus, Jan 13 -15, 2019 The workshop is designed to provide a platform for early and mid to late stage PhD students from across a wide range of disciplinary mix to explore in-depth, and further fine-tune, their work over an intensive three-day period. 14. New 2020 Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Fellowship in Peace and Development Studies for Women (Global South). This fellowship is not for research purposes and proposals. Award: two women receive school expenses in the amount of USD 5,000 p/year for 2 years. Deadline: Jan 15, 2020. 15. Europeans for Peace Program, Foundation “Remembrance, Responsibility and Future” (EVZ)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, Israel and Germany) Wants to get young people interested and invested in moral courage and social commitment. Doing joint project work, young people address diversity, respect and social cohesion. Benefits: Travel expenses, accommodation and board costs, fees, presentation materials Deadline: Jan 20, 2020. 16. Economic Opportunity Challenge<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (United States) Aims to build a more vibrant economic ecosystem by scaling an impactful, evidence-based solution that sustainably creates economic opportunity for low-income families. Public competition launched with the support of Lever for Change, it is looking for proven, data-driven solutions ready to serve as a model for communities across the United States. Deadline: Jan 28, 2020. 17. New International Youth Fellow, Aga Khan Foundation Canada<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> 9-month professional development program for Canadians seeking hands-on experience in international development. Includes three streams: International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM). Award: most of the costs associated with living and working overseas are covered. Successful candidates required to make a one-time contribution of USD 1000 towards costs. Deadline: Jan 31, 2020. 18. Call for Applications, 2020 Emerging Voices for Global Health (EV4GH)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> An innovative multi-partner blended training program for young, promising and emerging health policy & systems researchers, decision makers and other health system actors with an interest to become influential global health voices and/or local change makers. EV4GH coaches “Emerging Voices” to participate actively in international conferences where global health issues are addressed and to raise their voice in scientific and policy debates. Deadline: Feb 6, 2020. 19. International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> (list of countries<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…>) Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany. Deadline: March 1, 2020. 20. Postdoctoral Associate, Sustainable Supply Chains, MIT<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Unique position working with institutional sustainability initiatives, splitting time between MIT CTL, Cambridge, MA, and Malaysia Institute for Supply Chain Innovation, Shah Alam, Malaysia. Primary focus: Examining the oil palm supply chain and working with previously collected qualitative and quantitative data. Will be primarily responsible for conducting analysis of existing data sets, assisting with and taking leadership in writing manuscripts, meeting with project sponsors and stakeholders, and assisting the senior research staff in all matters related to the research. Will also support center activities as appropriate, including presenting results and findings to various audiences. 21. Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. The Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. The program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities. Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020. 22. Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)<http://sdsn.mobilize.io/links?lid=-bd2orxrhDoAu43SG4JWog&token=I0cWQ1-hFzy0…> Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond. The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.

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I2D-list Shah Lab Seed Grant Awards - RFI Deadline Nov 25
by Gupta, Pallavi 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

Dear All, Please note the deadline to connect with us for the Seed Grant awards on the problem statements is fast approaching! Kindly connect with us if you are working on a relevant technology/solution on any of the problem highlighted on https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants , by filling a short form (3 questions) by Nov 25 on https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5k8ryfbyr1Zm73 Thanks Pallavi From: "Gupta, Pallavi" <gupta604(a)purdue.edu> Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 2:32 PM To: "i2d-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu" <i2d-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>, "water_faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu" <water_faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu>, "water-faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu" <water-faculty(a)lists.purdue.edu>, "engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu" <engfaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>, "engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu" <engcs-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>, "engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu" <engap-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>, "coe-grad-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu" <coe-grad-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu> Subject: Shah Lab Seed Grant Awards 2020 - RFI Dear All, For Seed Grant Awards 2020, we reached out to multiple non-profit organizations and NGOs and have collected 37 problem statements from across multiple countries. The problems statements are outlined here- https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants and<https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants> are across following thematic areas: * Humanitarian Response / Disaster preparedness * Health and Wellbeing * Environment / Energy * Agriculture / Food Security * Education / Literacy * Water/ Waste management / Water scarcity / Irrigation If you have a technology or a solution that is relevant to any of the problem statements, please connect with us by filling a short form (3 questions) by Nov 25. https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5k8ryfbyr1Zm73 Based on the responses, as next steps, Shah Lab will identify problem statements for the Seed Grant Awards 2020 and will facilitate collaborations between organizations and interested faculty. Please let me know if you have any questions. P.S – Please consider sharing this with other faculty/researchers. Thank you Kind Regards, Pallavi Gupta Assistant Director of Programs Shah Family Global Innovation Lab Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships Office: 765-496-7311 | Mobile: 304 545 1525 | gupta604(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gupta604@purdue.edu> [/Users/gupta604/Library/Containers/com.microsoft.Outlook/Data/Library/Caches/Signatures/signature_1875329749]

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I2D-list Shah Lab Seed Grant Awards 2020 - RFI
by Gupta, Pallavi 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Dear All, For Seed Grant Awards 2020, we reached out to multiple non-profit organizations and NGOs and have collected 37 problem statements from across multiple countries. The problems statements are outlined here- https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants and<https://engineering.purdue.edu/GEP/ShahLab/seed-grants> are across following thematic areas: * Humanitarian Response / Disaster preparedness * Health and Wellbeing * Environment / Energy * Agriculture / Food Security * Education / Literacy * Water/ Waste management / Water scarcity / Irrigation If you have a technology or a solution that is relevant to any of the problem statements, please connect with us by filling a short form (3 questions) by Nov 25. https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e5k8ryfbyr1Zm73 Based on the responses, as next steps, Shah Lab will identify problem statements for the Seed Grant Awards 2020 and will facilitate collaborations between organizations and interested faculty. Please let me know if you have any questions. P.S – Please consider sharing this with other faculty/researchers. Thank you Kind Regards, Pallavi Gupta Assistant Director of Programs Shah Family Global Innovation Lab Global Engineering Programs and Partnerships Office: 765-496-7311 | Mobile: 304 545 1525 | gupta604(a)purdue.edu<mailto:gupta604@purdue.edu> [/Users/gupta604/Library/Containers/com.microsoft.Outlook/Data/Library/Caches/Signatures/signature_1875329749]

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I2D-list FW: Engineering Education Research Seminar Thursday, November 7 at 3:30pm in ARMS B071
by Gupta, Pallavi 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Apologies for cross posting – May be of your interest. Thanks Pallavi ________________________________ From: Enegradstu-list <enegradstu-list-bounces(a)ecn.purdue.edu> on behalf of McKinniss, Loretta F <lmckinni(a)purdue.edu> Sent: Monday, November 4, 2019 7:04 AM To: 'enegradstu-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu' <enegradstu-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>; 'enefaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu' <enefaculty-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu>; 'enepostdoc-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu' <enepostdoc-list(a)ecn.purdue.edu> Cc: Zoltowski, Carla B <cbz(a)purdue.edu>; Magana, Alejandra J <admagana(a)purdue.edu>; Duval-Couetil, Nathalie A L <natduval(a)purdue.edu>; Zywicki, Stephanie M <szywicki(a)purdue.edu>; Casey Elizabeth Wright <wrigh401(a)purdue.edu>; Mayer, Jeffrey S <jsmayer(a)purdue.edu>; Guzey, Siddika <sguzey(a)purdue.edu>; Capobianco, Brenda M <bcapobia(a)purdue.edu>; Jamieson, Leah H <lhj(a)purdue.edu> Subject: [ENEgradstu-list] Engineering Education Research Seminar Thursday, November 7 at 3:30pm in ARMS B071 Engineering Education Research Seminar Speaker: Yacob Astatke, Assistant Vice President for International Affairs, Morgan State University When: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Time: 3:30pm-4:15pm-Presentation 4:15pm-4:45pm-Informal discussion w/light refreshments Where: ARMS B071 Using Experimental Centric Learning Pedagogy (ECP) to Improve ECE Education in the USA, and Africa for the past 10 years Abstract: Dr. Astatke will give an overview of how portable laboratory instruments have changed the way we teach electrical engineering (EE) concepts at higher education institutions in the USA, and Africa for the past 10 years. He will discuss some of the key findings and results he has obtained by implementing the ECP project at 13 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). He will then present the work he has been doing in Ethiopia for the past 10 years and how it has culminated with a two day workshop that was held in April 2019, where he was able to introduce ECP to 29 universities with the support of Purdue faculty member Dr. Jennifer DeBoer and her PhD student. He will finish his presentation with recommendations on how the latest EE portable instrumentations can easily be incorporated to improve both regular lecture and laboratory courses in the USA, Africa, and the rest of the world. [cid:image001.png@01D592DE.1A85A9A0] [cid:image002.png@01D593C1.35A9A860]Bio: Dr. Astatke currently serves as the “Assistant Vice President for International Affairs.” He has enjoyed a very successful career at MSU for the past 25 years, as a tenured Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), and served in different capacities including as the “Interim Associate Dean for Education” in the School of Engineering from 2015 until 2017. He has developed and implemented several exciting summer camps from 2013-2017 geared towards middle and high school, and community college students to expose and increase their interest in pursuing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Dr. Astatke played a leading role in 2009 and led the expansion of the Mobile Studio™ portable laboratory technology and pedagogy at MSU to offer ECE courses with laboratory components completely online. This pioneering work and the use of the new technology and pedagogy was expanded to 13 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in 2013 when he served as Co-PI on a 5 year $3.8 Million NSF grant entitled “Experimental Centric Based Engineering Curriculum for HBCUs.” Dr. Astatke has always found time to go back to his home country of Ethiopia at least twice per year to support ECE departments throughout the country. He has facilitated using grants from private and public agencies, and the donation of more than 300 Mobile Studio™ portable laboratory boards to 5 Ethiopian universities, by conducting capacity building workshops in collaboration with Addis Ababa Institute of Technology (AAiT) from 2010 - 2012. In April 2019, he received the support of the new Ministry of Science and Higher Education (MoSHE) and was able to conduct 2 day pedagogy and hands-on training workshops for more than 100 ECE faculty members from 29 universities in Ethiopia. The new state of the art portable laboratory instrumentation and innovative pedagogy training has improved the education of thousands of ECE students since 2010. He plans to expand his capacity building training workshops to other African countries. Dr. Astatke has won several national and international awards, based on his research and outreach work both in the USA and around the world. More recently, he has won 3 awards in 2016: the “2016 Global Engineering Deans Council (GEDC)- Airbus Diversity Award,” the “2016 Black Engineer of the Year (BEYA)” for College Level Promotion of Education,” and the “Dr. Iva G. Jones Medallion Mantel Award” for being the most Outstanding Faculty member of the year at MSU. He is the winner of the 2013 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) “National Outstanding Teaching Award,” and the 2012 ASEE “Mid-Atlantic Region Distinguished Teacher Award.” Next week: PhD Exchange Speaker: Staci Johnson, PhD Candidate at Clemson University and Associate Professor of Biology at S. Wesleyan University Loretta McKinniss Graduate Program School of Engineering Education lmckinni(a)purdue.edu<mailto:lmckinni@purdue.edu> 765-494-3331

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