The Alfred P Sloan Foundation Books Program supports authors as they research and write books that help the general public understand science and technology.
Letters of Inquiry must first be sent to Doron Weber at weber@sloan.org. A response should be sent within 8 weeks. Full proposals, if invited, are due annually on January 1st, May 1st, and September 1st. Awards are typically $60,000 or less. Overhead and indirect costs are not permitted for grants under $50,000.
Eligibility
Authors may apply directly or through a nonprofit organization, such as a university.
Book Categories
Funded books generally fall into one of the following categories:
- Explaining confusing or controversial scientific topics
- Profiling important figures in science and technology
- Relating science and technology to daily life
- Exploring the connections between science, technology, and art
- Discussing women in science and technology
- Discussing the culture and philosophy of science
