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EMERALD - ALCS RESEARCH FUND AWARD 2008 – ENGINEERING RESEARCH IN AFRICA

Written by Catherine Dhanjal

Monday, 10 March 2008

Supporting the dissemination of knowledge for social good in developing countries - call for African mathematical research in engineering research proposals Emerald, the world’s leading publisher of management research and ALCS (The Authors' Licensing and Collecting Society), in association with INASP (International Network for the Availability of Scientific Publications) and the African Engineering Education Association (AEEA), is proud to announce it is offering a grant for the development of mathematical research in engineering disciplines in Africa. The funding grant of up to £2,500 (US $4,962 equivalent), should address the dissemination of knowledge for social good with a specific focus towards the benefit of Africa. This award will be formally launched at the 4th African Conference on Engineering Education, Dar es-Salaam, Tanzania, 22-25th April 2008. In addition to the research grant, the winner will have the opportunity to receive the assistance of an experienced Emerald editor or former editor to help them write a high quality article which has a high chance of getting accepted for publication. Eligibility At least one member of the research team must be based in Africa. Judging criteria Each application will be judged by a panel of experts on the five criteria below. The research must:

Be of significance, particularly illustrating how it will benefit the social good.
Demonstrate originality and innovation.
Make an outstanding contribution to theory and its application.
Illustrate the appropriateness and application of the methodology.
Demonstrate sound implications for theory and practice.

Application requirements Each proposal, to arrive either by post or by e-mail, must contain:

A summary stating specific goals, outcomes and benefits of the research. This should not exceed 2,000 words (note that tables, figures, appendices and reference lists, if provided do NOT count to the 2,000 word total).
A covering letter containing contact details for all researchers involved in the project. Please state clearly which researcher will be the main point of contact.

The 2,000-word summary must:

Display clearly a statement of purpose and intent.
State clearly the methodology(ies) applied and explicitly describe the research process.
State expected research outcomes, expected impact and possible application.
Specify the expected timescales of the research process.
Outline projected costs and total research grant required.

Where to send your application Please send all applications, clearly marked, (either by post or e-mail) and address any questions to: Ruth HeppenstallExternal Relations AssistantEmerald Group Publishing LimitedHoward HouseWagon LaneBingley BD16 1WAUnited KingdomTel: 01274 785261Fax: 01274 785200E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Key dates

The closing date for applications is 1 December 2008.
The initial short-list will be completed by January 2009.
Winners will be announced in February 2009.

For more informationPlease visit the Emerald website for more information about the Research Fund Awards at the following link:www.emeraldinsight.com/awardsAbout Emerald www.emeraldinsight.comEstablished in 1967, Emerald Group Publishing Limited is the world’s leading publisher of management research. In total, Emerald publishes over 700 titles, comprising 200 journals, nearly 300 books and more than 200 series and serials as well as an extensive range of online products and services. Emerald is COUNTER-compliant, meeting the international code of practice for reports that measure usage of online information products and services consistently.

Emerald’s publishing philosophy is “Research You Can Use”, which means that our content is both rigorous and relevant, connecting the academic world with the world of management practice.The Emerald online collection of journals, abstracts and resources, Emerald Management Xtra, serves business schools and management departments world-wide. For managers in corporate and public organizations, Emerald Management First provides fast access to applied research, ideas, insights and interviews from the world’s best management thinkers. Contact: Arnaud PelléCorporate Communications ManagerEmerald Group Publishing LimitedPhone: 01274 777700 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Or Catherine Dhanjal, TheAnswer Ltd Phone: 01883 650434 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

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