Biomechanics Grants

Academy of Osseointegration Implant Research Grant

The purpose of this grant is to provide support for research in the behavioral, biologic, biomechanical or biomaterial aspects of dental implants. Applicants that address areas of research to enhance the public acceptance of implants are welcome. Eligibility is restricted to members of the Academy who are able to demonstrate they are capable of conducting research that meets the primary objective of this award. There is no age or citizenship requirement. The grant funds are to be used only for direct support of the proposed research such as technical assistance, supplies, purchasing and/or maintaining laboratory animals, purchase of relevant equipment and instruments, data analysis, preparation of manuscripts and travel to professional meetings related to the project.

The deadline for submission is October 31, 2008. The recipient of this award will be notified by January 1, 2009, and will be required to submit a progress report on or before September 1, 2009. The awardee is required to present the results of the investigation at the Academy’s 2010 Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL. Travel expenses (airfare and lodging) will be provided by the Academy. For additional information contact the Executive Offices of the Academy at (847) 439-1919.

Center for International Rehabilitation Research Information and Exchange Institutional Linkage Program:
Information and Preliminary Application
Objectives:

The CIRRIE Institutional Linkage Program was created to strengthen and support pre-existing collaborative efforts between U.S. and international rehabilitation/disability research institutions. CIRRIE will fund one Institutional Linkage Grant per year with applications now being accepted for 2008.

Eligibility:

A U.S. institution that has evidence of prior contact and collaboration with an international counterpart may apply for the Institutional Linkage Grant. A clear vision of the benefits and outcomes of continued collaboration must be demonstrated. All funds must be spent within one year.

All funded activities and expenditures must be related to disability and rehabilitation research.
Procedures:

The deadline for 2009 funding is October 1, 2008.

CIRRIE * University at Buffalo * State University of New York
515 Kimball Tower * Buffalo, New York 14214-3079 * U.S.A.
Phone: (716) 829-3141 ext. 168 * FAX: (716) 829-3217
E-mail: ub-cirrie@buffalo.edu

2009 Manuscript Competition Submission Deadline: AUGUST 1, 2008

Research is the lifeblood of the medical profession and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons is at the forefront of research for foot and ankle surgeons. If you are involved in a study that would be beneficial to the profession, the Annual Conference Program Committee invites you to submit your manuscript or poster for consideration for presentation at the 67th ACFAS Annual Scientific Conference, March 3-7, 2009, Washington, DC.

ACFAS Manuscript Awards of Excellence winners will divide $15,000 in prize money from a generous grant given to the College by the Podiatry Foundation of Pittsburgh.

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