General Research Information
All scientists interested in performing research at RMBL must submit an application for review by the Science Director and Research Committee. The Research Committee is comprised of current and former RMBL Scientists, including Chair, Ken Whitney, and committee members Nicolas Alexandre, Lauren Carley, Jessica Forrest, Hamish Greig, Rebecca Irwin, James Thomson, Matthew Winnick, as well as Jen Darnell, a scientist on the RMBL Board and a member of the local community. Ad hoc reviewers also provide expert reviews upon request. Scientists who wish to volunteer to be an ad hoc reviewer should reach out to the Science Director.
The deadline for new and renewal research projects is February 1st.
Please read the Research Code before submitting an application. It is especially important to describe your reasons for selecting RMBL as a research site.
During a researcher’s first summer at RMBL, we ask that you map your research sites. Scientists need to map any research sites that they expect the Lab to manage or other scientists to be aware of. Additionally, any sites that have equipment left out over winter need to be mapped and fully documented. All research sites need to be mapped with RMBL’s GPS equipment. Contact gis@rmbl.org for more information.
Interested researchers must provide their own funding and grants can be run through RMBL if desired. Researchers submitting grants to foundations or government agencies to conduct research at RMBL must get their proposal reviewed and approved by the Executive Director prior to submission. The proposal and budget must be submitted to the Executive Director at least 1 week before the proposal deadline. This requirement applies to all grants, including grants run through RMBL and run through other institutions. RMBL staff will review the budget to make sure it is in line with RMBL fee structure. Staff will review the proposal for potential impacts or conflicts, as well as potential logistical, permitting, or land access challenges. Finally, researchers’ infrastructure needs and whether RMBL can meet such needs, will be assessed.
Applications
The RMBL Community Portal is where all scientists can set up an account and submit research applications: New/Renewal, Collector, and Annual Update. Scientists and their research team members will each submit Housing/Field Research Date requests. Visiting Scientists, Seminar Speakers, and Guest/Alumni can also set up a RMBL community account and submit housing/visit requests. In addition, Researcher and Graduate Student Fellowships Applications, and the Animal Care Protocol Form are found on the application page.
RMBL Research Committee
The mission of the RMBL Research Committee is to review all proposed research and other projects with the goal of ensuring the long-term success of the RMBL as a world-class institution for research and education in field biology.
In collaboration with the RMBL Science Director, the Research Committee considers the best use of finite RMBL resources as it strives to facilitate and promote the work of all scientists. It considers scientific, educational, and other benefits of proposed activities, balance these against any possible negative impacts and contemplates whether RMBL is the most appropriate place for the activities.
The Research Committee is especially interested in fostering the work of early-career scientists, including undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and beginning principal investigators.
The Science Director, Jennie Reithel, and any member of the Committee will be happy to discuss project ideas and designs and possible overlap with other RMBL projects with anyone interested in working at the Lab. The Research Committee is chaired by Ken Whitney; its members are Nicolas Alexandre, Lauren Carley, Jessica Forrest, Hamish Greig, Rebecca Irwin, James Thomson, Matthew Winnick, as well as Jen Darnell, a scientist on the RMBL Board and a member of the local community. Ad hoc reviewers also provide expert reviews upon request. Scientists who wish to volunteer to help with reviews should reach out to the Science Director.
Research Support
1. RMBL Research Fellowships – for professors, professional scientists, and post-docs.
2. RMBL Graduate Fellowships – for graduate students.
Other Useful Information
Mt CB Campus Summary of RMBL community feedback
Mt CB Campus Research space design objectives
2022 Review of Operations
Field Safety Resources for Mentors and PI’s
Grant Administration Manual– Grant Opportunities
Mexican Cut Nature Preserve
Rates and Fees
Summer Info
Scientific Resources