Call for proposals

2023-1 Round

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As a valued member of our user community, we are reaching out to let you know that we are now accepting proposals for the ACNS & NDF 2023-1 round.

Applications close: 15 September 2022

In this email, you will find details and useful links on how to apply, available neutron instruments, deuteration capabilities, ACNS planned user program days and user terms and conditions.

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Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering

ACNS is accepting proposals for access from February through July 2023.

A range of neutron-beam instruments and capabilities are available to support your research proposal.

View the list of available instruments and capabilities

National Deuteration Facility

NDF is now accepting proposals for deuteration access from February through July 2023.

Deuteration by chemical and biological processes is available.

Find out more

How to apply

The user portal has transitioned to a new location, the ANSTO Research Portal. If you are new to this portal, you will need to create an account. For help, download this handy user guide.

We encourage you to discuss your proposal with the relevant ANSTO scientist before submitting your application.

Visit our website for more detailed information on how to apply or click on the button below to start your application today.

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Important information

Planned user program days

The 2023 - 1 round, runs from February through to July 2023 and includes 173 reactor days, providing approximately 100 days for the ACNS user programs. Click here to view more of our planned ACNS program days for subsequent rounds.

Early Career Researchers

Discretionary requests will be considered for Early Career Researchers if these proposals meet certain requirements. For more information and how to apply visit our website.

Terms & conditions

Before completing your application please read through our ACNS user terms & conditions.

NDF conditions for proposal submission can be found in the user guide.

Get in touch

If you have any questions or need further support, send us an email.

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