Emerald - Alcs Research Fund Award 2008 – Public Sector Management In Africa

PRLog (Press Release) – Mar 10, 2008 – 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 International Academy of African Business and Development (IAABD), is proud to announce it is offering a grant for research contributing to the development of Public Sector Management 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 IAABD conference in Gainesville, Florida, 20-24 May 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 Heppenstall
External Relations Assistant
Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Howard House
Wagon Lane
Bingley BD16 1WA
United Kingdom
Tel: 01274 785261
Fax: 01274 785200
E-mail: rheppenstall@emeraldinsight.com

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 information
Please visit the Emerald website for more information about the Research Fund Awards at the following link:
www.emeraldinsight.com/awards