NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships
(AAPF)
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CONTACTS
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PROGRAM GUIDELINES
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Solicitation
08-581
Please be advised that the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) includes
revised guidelines to implement the mentoring provisions of the America COMPETES Act (ACA)
(Pub. L. No. 110-69, Aug. 9, 2007.) As specified in the ACA, each proposal that requests
funding to support postdoctoral researchers must include a description of the mentoring
activities that will be provided for such individuals. Proposals that do not comply
with this requirement will be returned without review (see the PAPP Guide Part I:
Grant Proposal Guide Chapter II for further information about the implementation of
this new requirement).
DUE DATES
Full Proposal Deadline Date: October 14, 2009
Second Wednesday in October, Annually Thereafter
SYNOPSIS
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NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships provide an opportunity for highly qualified, recent doctoral scientists to carry out an integrated program of independent research and education. Fellows may engage in observational, instrumental, theoretical, laboratory or archival data research in any area of astronomy or astrophysics, in combination with a coherent educational plan for the duration of the fellowship. The program supports researchers for a period of up to three years with fellowships that may be taken to eligible host institution(s) of their choice. The program is intended to recognize early-career investigators of significant potential and to provide them with experience in research and education that will establish them in positions of distinction and leadership in the community.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
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This program provides educational opportunities for
Graduate Students,
Postdoctoral Fellows
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Individuals interested in applying for funding should see the program guidelines above.
REVISIONS AND UPDATES
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Abstracts of Recent Awards Made Through This Program
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