Energy Research Prioritization Partnership; October 30, 2020

 

A Research Priority Area of the University of Kentucky

 

 

Campus Collaborations for Energy Research – Request for Information

 

Request for Information

The ERPP is soliciting whitepapers on areas of energy research that should be supported within the ERPP portfolio – areas that are capable of leading to new, nationally competitive, campus-wide programs. Of interest are proposed collaborations, activities, or infrastructure that would allow formation of a critical mass of researchers that can “take the next step” toward national prominence as exemplified by significant long-term funding, transformative technology development, and improved quality of life for the citizens of Kentucky.

 

Funding

No funding is anticipated under this RFI.  Upon review of whitepapers, a request for proposals may be made to one or more selected groups with an anticipated award size of $250,000-$500,000 per award and a budget period of up to 3 years.

 

Topical Areas

White papers in all areas of energy research may be submitted, including the related areas of materials science, environmental impacts, behavorial aspects or health effects of energy production and use, and the food-energy-water intersection.  Collaborations should span multiple colleges and centers.  Activities that engender collaborations between the natural sciences, engineering and social, behavioral or health sciences are encouraged.

 

Submission

Responses must be received before 5pm on October 30, 2020, and should be emailed (single pdf file) to:           

Rodney Andrews, Director ERPP (rodney.andrews@uky.edu)

Mark Meier, Assoc Director ERPP (mark.meier@uky.edu)