Frequently Asked Questions

Developing and Writing NSF Proposals:
A Virtual Workshop for 2YC Geoscience Faculty

Each time is required to include at least one Earth scientist. How is "Earth scientist" defined?

We anticipate applicants with expertise in a variety of parts of the Earth system, including geology, atmospheric science, ocean science, soils, environmental science, sustainability, climate science, and others. We enthusiastically welcome participants from other disciplines to join the teams (i.e., chemistry, physics, life sciences, mathematics, computer science, non-STEM disciplines). 

Tell me more about the teams and how that will work?

Part 1 of the workshop will include sessions that will help participants who applied as individuals explore options for collaboration with one or more other participants who have similar interests (e.g., working on a conference proposal to offer a one-time workshop where the team members would co-design and co-lead the workshop; working on a project to implement an instructional strategy in different institutions). We can imagine other scenarios.

For Part 2 of the workshop, all participants will meet daily in proposal teams, which could include teams formed during Part 1 of the workshop, teams that applied as a team to the workshop, or solo participants, which might include participants who are the only member of their proposal leadership team who can participate in the workshop (due to scheduling or other issues). 

How much time will I be expected to spend on the workshop each day?

The workshop is 4 hours/day on Zoom (with short breaks) and we expect an additional hour of asynchronous work/writing before each workshop day. The workshop will also include some pre- and post-workshop activities (which include completing all parts of a full NSF proposal). 

If a team is accepted, will all participants on the team receive a stipend or will the stipend be split amongst team members?

Each participant who completes the work as described in the workshop description will receive a stipend.

Do all members of a team have to be full-time instructors?

We expect that all workshop participants will be in full-time positions. If an adjunct faculty would be able to commit to significant contributions to the leadership of your proposed project, contact Becca Walker to discuss their potential involvement.

Does my participation in this workshop guarantee NSF funding for my project?

Unfortunately, we are not in charge of funding decisions at NSF. We will work with you and your team to develop a strong proposal for your ideas.