Call for Proposals
Global Earthquake Risk, Socio-Economic Impact Module
Global Earthquake Model
Deadline: January 31, 2011
The Global Earthquake Model is accepting proposals for the development of a meta-model to assess the social and economic impacts of earthquakes, including methods, tools, and indicators appropriate for forming an assessment toolbox. Proposed budgets should be in the range of $1 million and are subject to peer review. Awards are expected to be announced in April.
Call for Nominations
National Construction Safety Team Advisory Committee
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Deadline: February 19, 2011
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is accepting nominations for its National Construction Safety Team Advisory Committee. Committee members advise NIST on the Disasters and Failures Program, which coordinates data collection and studies of natural and man-made hazards, the performance of the built environment in response to hazards, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and the social impacts of disaster. Nominations should include the nominee's field of expertise, record of service, and willingness to serve on the committee. Self-nominations are acceptable.
Call for Applications
Natural Catastrophes Graduate Course
University of Iceland Earthquake Engineering Research Center
Deadline: February 21, 2011
The Earthquake Engineering Research Center at the University of Iceland is now accepting applications for a graduate level course on natural catastrophes, to be held May 30 to June 18 in Selfoss, Iceland. Students will learn about disaster management, community impact, and risk assessment surrounded by potential disasters ranging from volcanic eruption to glacial flooding. Accommodations are provided. For more information on credits and how to apply, visit the center website.