New Investigator Program (NIP) in Earth Science
The New Investigator Program (NIP) in Earth Science was established to promote the integration of Earth system science research and education by scientists and engineers at the beginning stages of their professional careers. The program, designed for investigators in Earth system science and applications at academic institutions and nonprofit organizations, emphasizes the early development of these individuals as both researchers and educators. Scientists and engineers are encouraged to develop a broader sense of responsibility for effectively contributing to the improvement of science education and the public science literacy - and are also provided an opportunity to develop partnerships and enhance their skills, knowledge and ability to communicate the results of their work to teachers, students and the public. Particular emphasis is placed on the investigator's ability to promote and increase the use of Earth remote sensing through the proposed research and education projects.
The NIP proposals are openly solicited approximately every eighteen months (the latest round of proposals were due Aug 31, 2005). The awards, to be provided in the form of "education grants," range between $80,000-$120,000 per year for a period of up to three years, subject to satisfactory progress and availability of funds. New solicitaions for this program will be posted at http://nspires.nasaprs.com/.
CONTACT: Ming-Ying Wei, NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC 20546, Phone: 202-358-0771, Email: mwei@hq.nasa.gov.