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+## **Nature of the Proposed Project**
+
+Our proposal falls under the Better Software for Science categories. Within this
+category, our proposal fits two of the three available focus areas; Open Source
+in Research and Career Paths and Incentives.
+
+## **Description of Proposed Project**
+
+For Open Source in Research, we propose developmental work on the
+[ArxLang project](https://github.com/arxlang/astx). This is because ArxLang
+comprises several projects, the main ones being ASTx and IRx, which help
+researchers start with generic components when working with compilers. In
+general, ArxLang has the potential to change the way we approach data processing
+and analysis and to foster collaboration and innovation within the community.
+
+For Career Paths and Incentives, we propose support for internships as we
+receive several requests from interested individuals every month. Internship
+efforts include; brainstorming project ideas, assisting with activity planning,
+supporting development or maintenance tasks, supporting official Open Science
+Labs (OSL) communications, and providing relevant feedback or suggestions.
+
+## **An Estimate of the Total Cost of the Project**
+
+We estimate that this project will cost about $37,900. The breakdown is as
+follows:
+
+| Category                             | Individuals Involved | Unit Cost Per Month (USD) | Duration (Months) | Total Cost (USD) |
+| :----------------------------------- | :------------------- | :------------------------ | :---------------- | :--------------- |
+| Interns                              | 5                    | 1,000                     | 3                 | 15,000           |
+| Development of ASTx and IRx projects | 2                    | 4,000                     | 2                 | 16,000           |
+| Program Manager                      | 1                    | 2,000                     | 3                 | 6,000            |
+| Community Manager                    | 1                    | 300                       | 3                 | 900              |
+|                                      |                      |                           |                   | **37,900**       |
+
+## **An Estimate of the Duration of the Project**
+
+The project is expected to run for _ONE YEAR (about four internships lasting 3
+months each)_. Here is a breakdown of the proposed activities based on
+individual roles:
+
+### Activities Breakdown Based on Roles
+
+**Program Manager:**
+
+1-year work schedule:
+
+Prepare resources for project teams at the beginning of the development phases.
+Prepare resources for interns. Determine the activity sequence, project
+direction, and scope. Provide continuous support for teams and interns
+throughout the project period. Confirm quality and satisfactory results.
+
+**Community Manager:**
+
+1-year work schedule:
+
+Create social media announcement posts for program milestones (from grant fund
+approval to the start of internships, successful completion of internships, and
+the like). Assist with the creation and distribution of resources. Assist with
+communication and support.
+
+**Interns:**
+
+3 months work schedule:
+
+- Month 1: Onboarding and introduction to Open Science Labs. Initial tasks to
+  figure out candidate strengths and competencies. First phase of development or
+  maintenance tasks, as well as support activities.
+- Month 2: Second phase of development or maintenance tasks, and support
+  activities. Learning and professional development, including participating in
+  the Open Study Group and brainstorming ideas and solutions.
+- Month 3: Third phase of development or maintenance tasks, and support
+  activities. Round-up of all assigned tasks. Learning and professional
+  development continues.
+
+## **GrantSeeker Title and Contact Information**
+
+Name: Ivan Ogasawara  
+Title: Founder, Open Science Labs (OSL)  
+Experience: Over 10 years in open-source and 22 years in software development  
+Email Contact: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])  
+Phone Contact: \+591 69757089
+
+## **Names, Affiliations, and Titles of other Key Members**
+
+Name: Mfonobong Uyah  
+Affiliation: Collaborator, Open Science Labs (OSL)  
+Title: Community Manager at OSL, Entry-Level Back-end Developer  
+Experience: Over 1 year in back-end development using Python language and the
+Django framework  
+Email Contact: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
+
+**Letter-of-Inquiry** based on information provided here:
+[https://sloan.org/grants/apply\#tab-letters-of-inquiry](https://sloan.org/grants/apply#tab-letters-of-inquiry)