Principle Investigator

Enter the name, position, organisation, and contact email of the Principal Investigator responsible for the project and equipment loan. Phd Students are encouraged to have their supervisor apply on their behalf.

First Name

Last Name

Do any users require training or technical assistance from ANSIR?

ANSIR may require training or supervision before equipment is issued, particularly for overseas deployments or first-time users.

No – All users are experienced with this specific equipment

Yes – Basic field deployment (e.g. BB or SP seismic setup)

Yes – Instrument operation or data handling (e.g. MT, DAS, Petrophysics)

Unsure – Please contact us to discuss

Instrumentation Requested

Select all types of instruments and sensors you plan to use in your project:

Broadband Seismic Sensors (e.g. Nanometrics)

Short-Period Seismic Sensors (e.g. Lennartz, Sercel)

Broadband Node, 5s (e.g. Smartsolo IGU-BD3C-5)

Short-Period Node, 5Hz (e.g. Smartsolo IGU-16HR 3C)

DAS (Distributed Acoustic Sensing; e.g. Sillxa iDAS)

Ultra- Wideband Magnetotelluric (UMT) Instruments (e.g. Phoenix MTU-5C)

Wideband Magnetotelluric (BBMT) Instruments (e.g. LEMI-423, Earth Data Logger)

Long-Period Magnetotelluric (LPMT) Instruments (e.g. LEMI-424, Earth Data Logger)

Petrophysical Field Deployable Tools

Petrophysical Laboratory-based Tools

Equipment Availability Confirmation

Have you reviewed the current equipment availability and scheduling? Note: If the full equipment request cannot be met, ANSIR may contact you to discuss feasible alternatives based on availability and deployment timing.

I confirm that I have consulted with the relevant Scientific Coordinator and/or reviewed current equipment status and understand what is likely to be available for this project’s timeframe. This application reflects realistic expectations based on that consultation.

Environmental Noise Considerations

Have you considered potential environmental and anthropogenic noise sources at the proposed site(s)? (e.g. road traffic, trains, power lines, wind turbines, groundwater flow, industrial activity). This information is important for evaluating the suitability of your survey area and expected data quality. Please include site-specific details in your uploaded experimental design document.

Yes - Minimal noise expected

Yes - Moderate noise expected

Unsure - Need further guidance

Expected Scientific Outputs

Check all that apply:

Conference presentation(s)

Technical report

Student thesis

Dataset with DOI

Publication

Other

Proposed Start Date

The start date should be the required date of dispatch from the ANSIR Facility.

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YYYY

Proposed Finish Date

The finish date should be the date that the equipment will be delivered back to the ANSIR Facility.

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YYYY

Funding Status

Indicate the funding status of the project:

Funding confirmed

Preliminary - Funding under application

Internal or bridge Funding

Metadata Requirements

You must submit: • Digital field logs (PDF, CSV, or XLSX) • Deployment timelines • Station coordinates and elevations • Instrument serial numbers and configuration • Any deviations from proposed setup Incomplete or missing metadata may result in access restrictions for future projects.

I confirm that complete and digital field logs will be submitted with the data archive (PDF, CSV, or XLSX), including instrument configuration and deployment details.

FDSN Confirmation

I understand that an FDSN network code is required for passive seismic data and:

I have an existing FDSN code:

I have requested a new code via ANSIR

Data Release

Select your preferred data release status:

Open – Data will be made public upon submission

Embargo (Until Publication) - max 2 years

Embargo (Commercially Sensitive) - max 2 years

Restricted – Due to Indigenous data sovereignty or other sensitivity (requires ANSIR Steering Committee approval)

Consent for Data and Metadata Sharing

I confirm that project data and metadata may be listed publicly (e.g. AusPass, NCI) in accordance with ANSIR’s FAIR data policy. I understand ANSIR may contact me or my co-applicants if needed for metadata or reporting purposes.

Terms and Conditions Confirmation

I, the Principal Investigator, confirm that I have read and understood the ANSIR Terms and Conditions and agree to the responsibilities outlined, including: • Responsibility for all project costs and equipment mobilisation • Provision of insurance for all loaned equipment • Timely submission of project reports and data • Acknowledgement of ANSIR in all outputs (see below) • Submission of data and metadata to national repositories within six (6) months • Understanding that failure to meet these obligations may affect future access to ANSIR infrastructure Note: If your project involves deployment outside of Australia, you may be required to submit additional information related to export permits, insurance, and transport logistics. The ANSIR Facility may request documentation prior to final scheduling.

Principal Investigator's Acknowledgement

Equipment Care and Return Confirmation

I acknowledge that all ANSIR equipment must be returned in a clean, dry, and well-organised condition, free from dirt, soil, vegetation, or moisture. I understand that equipment must be repacked using the original containers and transport materials provided.

I will inspect all equipment before deployment and report any faults, damage, or missing items to ANSIR prior to field use.

I understand that I and/or my host institution may be held liable for any loss, damage, or contamination of equipment during the loan period. Cleaning, repair or replacement costs may be charged if equipment is returned in an unfit condition.

I understand that failure to meet these responsibilities may affect future access to ANSIR infrastructure by myself and/or my institution.

I acknowledge that my team is responsible for supplying consumable items such as data storage (e.g. SD cards, USBs) and batteries, unless otherwise agreed with the ANSIR provider institution.

Acknowledgement Requirements

All publications, presentations, or datasets resulting from the use of ANSIR equipment or services must acknowledge ANSIR. Please use the following wording (or a close equivalent): "This project was supported by ANSIR – Research Facility for Earth Sounding, coordinated through AuScope as part of the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), under project loan #[ANSIR Project ID]." Note: For presentations, use of the 'ANSIR - AuScope' logo is also appropriate.

I understand that acknowledgement of ANSIR – Research Facility for Earth Sounding is a condition of access, and I agree to include the recommended wording in all resulting publications, presentations, and datasets.

Institutional Support Declaration

Confirmation of Institutional Support and Acceptance of the Standard Terms for Access to ANSIR Equipment, including: • Equipment insurance responsibilities • Mobilisation and return arrangements • Data management obligations

I confirm that my institution is aware of this application and supports its submission. If this application is approved, a formal Project Agreement will be executed between the ANSIR Facility and the relevant institution confirming insurance, mobilisation, data responsibilities, and compliance with ANSIR terms.