All IODP Drilling Proposal Deadlines Have Passed
The Proposal Database System (PDB) was the web-based interface for completing and submitting IODP proposals. PDB offered specific guidance and many proposal components were created interactively; proponents were advised to begin working with PDB as soon as a proposal is planned. Please note that simultaneous users were not supported; generally, the proposal lead was the most appropriate person to access PDB and submit a proposal. Complete proposal preparation guidance, format requirements, and review policies are explained in the IODP Drilling Proposal Submission Guidelines.
A Call for Scientific Ocean Drilling Proposals was usually published at least two months in advance of the deadline with specifics about what types of proposals were being sought. Proponents were strongly encouraged to contact the Science Operators to discuss platform-specific operational and fiscal constraints before developing proposals. The IODP Proposal Manager had sole authority to accept proposals or grant exceptions to deadlines and policies.
The process to submit a drilling proposal included:
Most types of proposals also required the submission of site characterization data to the Site Survey Data Bank.
Proponents with questions about how proposals were submitted can contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
