November 28 – 29, 2023
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley CA
On November 28th and 29th, selected guests are invited to attend a two-day workshop hosted at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) that will prepare them to apply proposals for the WDTS’ Visiting Faculty Program (VFP).
This workshop will provide:
- Presentations on current DOE research projects
- Guided tours of Laboratory facilities
- Talks from previous VFP faculty participants
- Professional networking with LBNL researchers across STEM disciplines
- Early-stage development of a proposal aligned with the guidelines for VFP
Funding
WD&E will cover the cost of travel to and from Berkeley Lab and two nights of lodging at the Berkeley Lab Guest House (single occupancy) for faculty members accepted as workshop participants. Meals will be provided while the workshop is in session.
Audience
Faculty members at accredited U.S. degree granting, postsecondary institutions of higher education that are historically underrepresented in the U.S. research community.
Program Benefits
Accepted participants will be provided with support that enables them to collaborate with LBNL researchers in the development of a proposal of mutual interest, per the VFP guidelines. Additionally, they will hear talks from previous VFP faculty participants and be able to professionally network with LBNL researchers across STEM disciplines.
VFP Applications for Summer 2024 term are due on January 31, 2024, 5:00 PM ET
To be considered for one of our 12 available spots in the 2023 workshop, please complete our Interest Form.
Email us with questions VFP@lbl.gov
