Through the UK-IODP research programme, NERC is committed to supporting the science community in developing high quality science-driven proposals for submission to IODP3. This UK-IODP workshop will help scientists to develop IODP3 proposals for MSP drilling and SPARCs (Scientific Projects using Ocean Drilling Archives). The workshop format will include presentations from experienced scientists and experts from IODP3 and ECORD, as well as discussion sessions and mentoring of small groups. 

Multi-disciplinary proposals with diverse scientific goals are favoured by evaluation panels and this workshop will provide an opportunity to network with scientists from a variety of fields. Participants may already have a proposal outline in mind, or a science question that they would like to address. Alternatively, they may be looking to learn more and find inspiration to develop ideas during the workshop. No previous involvement in scientific ocean drilling is required but we strongly suggest that participants familiarise themselves with the 2050 Science Framework (available here) in order to gain a good understanding of the scientific goals of the programme and the opportunities it provides. We encourage participation from all scientists whose research aligns with the Science Framework and would benefit from subseafloor sampling, or access to scientific ocean drilling archives.

NERC and UK-IODP take equality, diversity and inclusion very seriously. We know that the quality of research and innovation improves the more we bring together people from different backgrounds. We encourage people from all backgrounds, beliefs and experiences to attend this workshop. This event is open to scientists working at UK institutions.

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