IPTS Proposal Form
The Integrated Proposal Tracking System (IPTS) is designed to guide researchers through the proposal creation process. Before beginning, it is a good idea to know what information is required in a proposal. The list below outlines the content in each section of a proposal.
General Information
- Proposal Type best suited for the experiment
- Initial proposal information
- Principal Investigator (PI) information
Instrument Selection
- Desired HFIR and/or SNS instrument(s)
- Number of days needed for the experiment
- Instrument Scientist(s) you have been in contact with
Funding/Research Areas
- List of Funding sources
- List of scientific research areas for the experiment
Samples
- Sample description(s)
- Special requirements for sample handling and storage
Sample Environment
- Necessary sample environment conditions and resources for the experiment
Safety
- Hazards and safety considerations for the experiment and/or materials
Team Members
- Research team members (if applicable)
Relevant publications
- Relevant publication(s) from experiments at HFIR or SNS authored by any team member listed on the proposal (if applicable).
Statement of Research
- Abstract for the Statement of Research
- Statement of Research (General User Statement of Research Template)
- Crystallographic Information File (CIF) (if applicable)
- CNMS Appendix (if applicable)
- Response to Previous Panel (if applicable)
