Call for Papers
ISCRAM 2010
International Community on Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management
Deadline: November 30, 2009
The deadline to submit full research papers for presentation at the International Conference on Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management has been extended. This year’s conference, to be held in Seattle May 2-5, will focus on defining crisis management in an increasingly interconnected world. More information on full paper submission, as well as works-in-progress and practitioner support, can be found on the conference website.
Call for Comments
National Flood Insurance Program Stakeholder Input
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Deadline: December 5, 2009
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is accepting comments on the National Flood Insurance Program. FEMA would like to hear from stakeholders in real estate, land use planning, insurance, emergency management, and others interested in challenges facing the program. To submit ideas visit the comment page, or learn more about the program at Floodsmart.gov.
Call for Applications
Summer Research Institute for Undergraduates
University of Delaware Disaster Research Center
Deadline: February 12, 2010
The Disaster Research Center will accept ten students from multiple disciplines to participate in the Summer Research Institute for Undergraduates. The nine-week program provides training and mentoring in disaster social science research. A stipend, transportation, and lodging are included. Students entering their junior or senior year in Fall 2010 are eligible. Students underrepresented in graduate schools are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit the Research Experience for Undergraduates Program website.