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Windows on the World (WOW)
Submission Date: ongoing
Description:
The Windows on the World program provides outstanding Air Force scientists and engineers the opportunity to conduct full-time research at a foreign (non-government) host laboratory, or to perform full-time science and technology assessment activities for a period up to 179 days on temporary duty (TDY) status. The TDY is fully funded by AFOSR.
Upon completion of the assignment the researcher returns to his or her Air Force activity. The host laboratory provides facilities, resources, and a letter of invitation. Typically the researcher is an Air Force scientist or engineer, at least at the GM/GS-13 level or its military equivalent. The researcher must be currently active in his or her field of expertise, be widely recognized as an expert, and have a strong publication record. Some knowledge of the language used by the researcher's host institution is desirable.
The applicant must write a research proposal, preferably not to exceed 10 pages, but of sufficient depth and scope, so that it can be evaluated by the scientists at the participating organizations. The proposal must be endorsed by the applicant's Air Force Research Laboratory Technical Directorate Chief Scientist. Non-laboratory applicants, such as researchers at the Air Force Academy and Air Force Institute of Technology, should pass their proposals through the Chief Scientist of an AFRL Technical Directorate.
Proposals that focus tightly on specific research problems or specific science and technology assessment topics will merit greater consideration than those that are of a survey nature. The researcher is required to submit a written report detailing his or her research effort and findings at the completion of the TDY.
In addition, the researcher may be required to give a seminar-style presentation at the Air Force laboratory and/or at AFOSR and provide feedback for purposes of program assessment. Lead-time to set up a "Windows" visit is approximately four months.
International Window Programs Brochure and More Information
Contact Information:
Phil Gibber, AFOSR/IO,
Phone: (703) 696-7323
DSN: 426-7323
FAX: (703) 696-8450
E-mail: wow@afosr.af.mil |
