2009 Pfizer Visiting Professorships in Obesity Program Objective To provide opportunities for US academic institutions to host a recognized expert for 3 days of educational exchange Program Design Up to 8 awards of $7500 each Department/division head serves as “host” of 1 visiting professor of his or her choice Three days of educational activities (eg, lectures, rounds, seminars) Who Should Apply US medical schools and/or teaching hospitals with clear educational objectives for a proposed visit that have identified a visiting expert to meet these objectives
How to Apply Access online application at www.promisingminds.com Submit host’s and visiting professor’s curriculum vitae Submit separate statements of impact, fit, reach, and a detailed proposed agenda
Selection Process Nationally competitive Independent academic advisory board selects grant recipients
Application Deadline January 31, 2009, 11:59 PM ET Awards Announced April 15, 2009 Dates of Visits July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
For questions about the programs and applications, contact: Phone: (800) 382-7075 E-mail: MAPInfo@medpt.com
Charles W. Finley Visiting Scholar Education Grant
Application Deadline: February 14
The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation established Finley Visiting Scholar Education Grants to honor the memory of Dr. Charles W. Finley and all of the great periodontal leaders of the past, present, and future. $1,500 grants are awarded to accredited U.S. periodontal programs to offset honoraria, travel, promotion, and seminars by speakers in periodontology. The grants must be matched by funds from each department or institution. Though the speakers will spend the majority of their time with the periodontics department, both students and faculty, the grant requires that the speaker present a formal program to the faculty and students of the institution on a subject of interest to the entire dental institution.
American Academy of Periodontology Foundation737 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 800Chicago, Illinois 60611Telephone: 800-282-4867, ext. 3256 Fax: 312/573-3272E-mail: sharon@perio.org
Nursing Research Grant The NAPNAP Foundation awards up to two grants annually for $2,500 to support and stimulate NAPNAP members to conduct relevant and innovate research on children and youth. The deadline for applications is April 1, 2009.
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners 20 Brace Road, Suite 200, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-2634 tel: (856) 857-9700 | fax: (856) 857-1600
Wyeth Pediatric Immunization Grant Childhood immunization rates in the United States remain unacceptably low. Infants, children and adolescents from diverse socioeconomic and geographic areas are at risk for illnesses that could be prevented. Two organizations committed to improving the health of children and adolescents are the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals. Partnering their respective resources, NAPNAP and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals offer three grants, one for $7,500 and two for $2,500,to the local level Pediatric Nurse Practitioner provider to improve immunization rates. The deadline for applications is December 15, 2008.
2009 Professional Development Scholarships Continuing Education Application submission timeframe: July 1 - December 1 Purpose To support occupational and environmental health professionals in attending and successfully completing continuing education activities that will further their professional development and continued competence. These grants are not intended to supplement tuition in an academic program. Note: Scholarship availability is subject to continued funding by sponsors 6 Scholarships Offered Two $1,500 scholarships are funded by Bristol-Myers Squibb Two $1,500 scholarships are funded by Edwards Medical Supply One $1,500 scholarship is funded by the Liberty Leadership Fund One $1,500 scholarship is funded by OMI Use of the Scholarships Grants to be applied to continuing education activity/program registration, travel, and/or associated subsistence (food and lodging) fees. Eligibility Criteria Candidates must be employed in the field of occupational and environmental health nursing and demonstrate an interest in, and commitment to, occupational and environmental health. Selection Criteria 500 words or less narrative (double spaced with one-inch margins in 12-point font) addressing: Career goals - Describe goals as they pertain to applicant's professional development and continued competence. (30%) Developing skills - How continuing education activity will further applicant's goals. (30%) Financial Support - Demonstrate need for financial support. (15%) Commitment - Demonstrate commitment to ongoing continuing education activities. (15%) Letter of support - Submit letter of support from employer/supervisor and copy of continuing education activity brochure or other printed information describing the activity. (10%) Application Deadline Must be postmarked by December 1.
American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, Inc. 2920 Brandywine Rd. • Suite 100 • Atlanta, GA 30341 (770) 455-7757 • Fax (770) 455-7271
American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology Daiichi Innovative Technology Grant
Open to MD, PhD, DMD, DO researchers to fund exploratory or hypothesis-generating projects that apply innovative technology for education or research in pediatric otolaryngology. Full patent and copyright control must be retained by the applicant and the applicant’s institution, but applicant may be required to return funds to the Society if patented innovations generate more than $5,000. One year, non-renewable, $5,000, one available. NOTE: It is recommended that the Research Plan for this grant only be 3-pages (max of 10) and the department chair and support letters are optional.
The Daiichi Innovative Technology Grant will fund exploratory or hypothesis-generating projects that arenot well-suited to a formal grant application (eg, based on statistical analysis and sample sizespecification) such as:1. development of new surgical or diagnostic instruments2. survey or quality of life measures3. new use of internet technology or computer software such as CDs or DVDs4. educational brochures, materials, software for patients or physicians5. other applications of innovative technology for education or research in pediatric otolaryngologyFull patent and copyright control must be retained by the applicant and the applicant’s institution. Ifpatented innovations funded by this award generate more than $5,000, the applicant may be required toreturn funds to the Society.ELIGIBILITYResearchers (MD, PhD, DMD, DO) in disciplines who will conduct research directly relevant to innovativetechnology in pediatric otolaryngology are eligible to apply. Applications submitted by otolaryngologists ordemonstrating collaborations with otolaryngologists are preferred. Participation of an ASPO member isnot required, but is preferred. ASPO will consider applications from both:(1) Individuals:a. Unaffiliated with an institution may submit a grant application from the individualhimself/herself. In the event of a grant award, an ASPO check would be drawn to theindividual investigator. This could be considered as income to that individual andtherefore subject to income tax.b. Affiliated with institutions (i.e., universities) may apply individually if allowed by universitypolicy. In the event of a grant award, an ASPO check would be drawn to the individualinvestigator (See Signatures and Approvals).(2) Institutions: organization exempt from income taxation pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of theInternal Revenue Code (other than a private foundation). Submission of a W9 form documenting501(c)(3) status to the ASPO Treasurer will be required (US institutions only) prior to release offunds. Investigators affiliated with institutions (i.e., universities) who are not allowed by universitypolicy to apply individually, may ask the university to submit the grant application for theinvestigator’s project. Investigators in this category are considered institutional applicants. In theevent of a grant award, an ASPO check would be drawn to the Institution (see Signatures andApprovals).CONDITIONSIf the principal investigator is a trainee (resident or student), the grant application must be accompaniedby letters of support from the principal scientific advisor or mentor indicating a general level of support ofthe applicant, the fact that the Department will make time, space, and other resources accessible forcompletion of the project, and that the applicant will have appropriate supervision/support throughout theperiod of the grant.TERMS1. Amount: $5,000 total costs; no more than 10% indirect costs allowed.2. Period: 12 months, non-renewable. One-year no-cost extensions may be requested from the Chair ofthe ASPO Research Committee (see www.aspo.us for contact information). Any funds remaining twoyears after the initial award must be returned to ASPO.
All applicants must submit a Letter of Intent online no later than midnight Eastern Standard TimeDecember 15. The letter of intent includes the title of the project, the principal investigator, and anabstract of the work. This will facilitate planning review requirements.
Pearl Moore Career Development Awards* Supported by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. Awards: Three $3,000 awards and plaques. Purpose: To support three professional staff nurses for meritorious practice by providing financial assistance to attend a continuing-education program(s) that will further the nurse's professional goal(s). This award is not intended to supplement tuition in a bachelor's or master's program. Selection Criteria: The candidate currently must be employed as a staff nurse in oncology nursing with a minimum of 75% of his or her time devoted to direct patient care, have two or more years in oncology nursing practice, and possess or be pursuing a bachelor of science in nursing (OCN® credential beneficial). An individual cannot receive this award more than one time. *Pearl Moore was the first chief executive officer of the Oncology Nursing Society. Application deadline: December 1, 2008
Oncology Nursing Society Foundation
125 Enterprise Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15275 866-257-4ONS 412-859-6100 877-369-5497 (toll free fax) 412-859-6163 (fax) E-mail: foundation@ons.org Web site: www.onsfoundation.org
Nurse Leadership Career Development AwardSupported by the Oncology Nursing Society Foundation Awards: A $2,000 award and a certificate. Purpose: To support an oncology nurse for meritorious practice by providing financial assistance to attend a continuing-education program(s) that will further his or her professional goal(s). This award is not intended to supplement tuition in a master's degree program. Selection Criteria Current employment with a minimum of 75% time devoted to oncology nursing. Two or more years in an oncology nursing position. Possess a BSN and possess or pursuing a masters degree. NOTE: An individual cannot receive this award more than one time. Application deadline: December 1, 2008
ONS Foundation 125 Enterprise Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15275 866-257-4ONS 412-859-6100 877-369-5497 (toll free fax) 412-859-6163 (fax) E-mail: foundation@ons.org Web site: www.onsfoundation.org
Multidisciplinary Cancer Education Grant Supported by Meniscus Limited Awards: One annual grant of $3,000 sponsored by Meniscus Limited Purpose: To provide seed money to support an oncology RN in developing and/or implementing a cancer related multidisciplinary education or practice project for healthcare professionals. Priority will be given to those projects that focus on survivorship. Multidisciplinary education – education that involves/impacts more than one discipline of the healthcare team as planners and recipients of the program. More than one healthcare discipline must be involved in the planning of the program and more than one discipline must be the targeted audience for the program. (Example: Nurses and pharmacists work together to plan and implement an education program on pain management for patients with cancer. Attendees (target audience) of the program may be nurses, pharmacists, physicians, and physical therapists). Selection Criteria: To be eligible for the award: Applicant must be employed as an oncology nurse for a minimum of 1 year. Multidisciplinary program or project may be new or one in progress for future implementation (preference given towards those programs that affect cancer survivorship). Demonstrate that the impact of the program is on more than one discipline within the multidisciplinary health care team NOTE: An individual cannot receive this award more than one time. Application deadline: December 1, 2008
Oncology Nursing Society Foundation 125 Enterprise Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15275 866-257-4ONS 412-859-6100 877-369-5497 (toll free fax) 412-859-6163 (fax) E-mail: foundation@ons.org Web site: www.onsfoundation.org
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