NSF - Division of Social, Behavioral and Economic Research --Grants Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants in Sociology: Small grants are awarded for doctoral dissertation research in sociology. Eligibility: Proposals should be submitted by the dissertation advisor (principal investigator) acting on behalf of a graduate (co-P.I.). Obtain Program Announcement NSF 92-114 for further information. Period: Awards are usually for one year to 18 months, depending on the time it takes to complete the dissertation research. Award: The award does not provide a stipend to the student, but rather $7,500 or less in funds for actual research expenses. Deadline: February 15th and October 15th Contact: National Science Foundation Division of Social, Behavioral and Economic Research Sociology Program Patricia White, Program Director Suite 995 4201 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22230 Tel.: (703) 306-1756, Ext. 6947 Email: pwhite@nsf.gov NYU GSAS Updated 02/99 (CAS) (212) 998-8060 gigsGSAS@nyu.edu [socbeh]