Gastroenterology Grants

American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases/LIFER Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship in Liver Diseases Award

Application Submission Deadline: October 15, 2010
Recipient Notification: February 2011
Award Period: July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012

The AASLD/LIFER Clinical and Translational Research Fellowship in Liver Diseases Award is intended to foster career development for an individual outside North America to perform clinical research within the United States in a liver-related area and who has shown commitment to excellence at an early stage of his or her research study. The award ensures that a significant portion of a young investigators’ time is protected for research, with an overall objective of enabling the investigator to develop an independent and productive research career in liver disease.

The award is intended to provide a mechanism that enables these young investigators to develop independent and productive liver disease research careers.

ELIGIBILITY
In order to be eligible for this award, the applicant must adhere to the following guidelines:
1. Applicant must possess a doctoral degree, either an MD or equivalent and/or a PhD from an institution outside North America.
2. Applicant is within four years of completing gastroenterology or hepatology training, or if a PhD, within four years of the receipt of the degree, at the start of the award period. (A parental leave of absence can not be counted towards the four years of eligibility.)
3. Applicant must identify a sponsoring U.S. institution and a research mentor that is an AASLD member who agrees in writing to supervise his or her research.
4. Applicant must have a student or trainee Visa to the U.S.
5. Project is clinical. “Clinical Research” is defined as studies related to patients or disease processes having direct contact between the principal investigator and humans. Clinical research includes epidemiology and clinical trials in liver disease. At least 50 percent effort should be devoted to research activities.
6. Applicant is a member of AASLD. If the applicant is not a member at the time of application, a membership application should be submitted along with the award application.
7. All applications must be in English.

AWARDS AND REQUIREMENTS
One award of $75,000 will be provided for one year. Money may be used for salary support or technical support/laboratory supplies for the investigator and no indirect costs are provided. It is expected that additional funds are available to the candidate in order to carry out the proposed research.
Awards cannot be transferred to another institution without prior written approval from AASLD.
Recipients must acknowledge the award in all publications resulting from research performed during the tenure of this award. Abstracts, manuscripts, or other articles that reflect research funded by this award must acknowledge support from AASLD, and copies must be forwarded to AASLD. In addition, a scientific progress and financial report must be sent to AASLD when the award is complete.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Candidates will be evaluated based upon their background, their commitment to a research career, the strength of their research project and the environment in which they will conduct this project.

REVIEW PROCESS
The AASLD Research and Career Development Awards Committee will review the proposals and select a recipient of the award.

DEADLINE
The application deadline for this award is 11:59 pm Eastern on October 15, 2010. The completed application, letters of support or commitment and other documents as applicable must be combined into and submitted as one PDF document. The document must be titled by the applicant’s last name and first initial only. Hard copies are not permitted. Please email the application to awards@aasld.org.

NOTIFICATION DATE/START DATE
Notification date will be February 2011 for a July 1, 2011 start date. The award period is July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012. Recipients of the award will be expected to attend The Liver Meeting® – AASLD’s Annual Meeting - in the fall when the award will be presented publicly.

Questions and requests for additional applications should be addressed to AASLD, phone 703/299-9766, fax 703/299-9622, email awards@aasld.org.

American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 400
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Phone: 703-299-9766
Fax: 703-299-9622
Email: aasld@aasld.org

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates Associates Program Scholarship

SGNA Associates Program Scholarships have been established to financially assist SGNA
associate/technician members and non members with purchasing the Associates Program. The Associates
Program is an online education program that provides an associate/technician the opportunity to validate
their skills by being recognized as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS). The Associates Program is not an
official certification but does help enforce the associate/technician commitment to the GI/endoscopy
profession. Scholarships covering the cost of the Associates Program will be awarded quarterly to those
members and non members who meet the established criteria. The number of scholarships awarded will
depend upon funds available.

Applicants are asked to respond to questions that reflect their commitment and participation in SGNA.

Applicants who apply should be an associate/technician who is seeking to further develop their skills in
the GI/endoscopy practice. All information submitted should apply January to December of the past year.

Eligibility:
You may be eligible for an SGNA Associates Program Scholarship if:

1. You are an associate or technician.
2. You have been a member of SGNA for two or more years and are currently in good standing
or you are a non member that has been employed in the GI/ endoscopy field for at least 3
years.
3. You must currently be employed as a caregiver in gastroenterology.
4. You must actively support the goals and philosophy of SGNA.
5. If you are a non member, you can show documentation of attendance at an SGNA event on
the national or regional level.
6. You demonstrate financial need.

You are ineligible if:
1. You have previously received a scholarship from SGNA.
2. You are a member of the SGNA Board of Directors.
3. If you are a Registered Nurse.

Guidelines for Completion:
Any eligible individual in applying for this scholarship must complete the application and return it to SGNA
Headquarters by one of the following quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1.

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
401 North Michigan Avenue - Chicago, IL 60611-4267

P: 800/245-7462, in Illinois: 312/321-5165 - F: 312/673-6694

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates Associates Program Scholarship

SGNA Associates Program Scholarships have been established to financially assist SGNA
associate/technician members and non members with purchasing the Associates Program. The Associates
Program is an online education program that provides an associate/technician the opportunity to validate
their skills by being recognized as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS). The Associates Program is not an
official certification but does help enforce the associate/technician commitment to the GI/endoscopy
profession. Scholarships covering the cost of the Associates Program will be awarded quarterly to those
members and non members who meet the established criteria. The number of scholarships awarded will
depend upon funds available.

Applicants are asked to respond to questions that reflect their commitment and participation in SGNA.

Applicants who apply should be an associate/technician who is seeking to further develop their skills in
the GI/endoscopy practice. All information submitted should apply January to December of the past year.

Eligibility:
You may be eligible for an SGNA Associates Program Scholarship if:

1. You are an associate or technician.
2. You have been a member of SGNA for two or more years and are currently in good standing
or you are a non member that has been employed in the GI/ endoscopy field for at least 3
years.
3. You must currently be employed as a caregiver in gastroenterology.
4. You must actively support the goals and philosophy of SGNA.
5. If you are a non member, you can show documentation of attendance at an SGNA event on
the national or regional level.
6. You demonstrate financial need.

You are ineligible if:
1. You have previously received a scholarship from SGNA.
2. You are a member of the SGNA Board of Directors.
3. If you are a Registered Nurse.

Guidelines for Completion:
Any eligible individual in applying for this scholarship must complete the application and return it to SGNA
Headquarters by one of the following quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1.

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
401 North Michigan Avenue - Chicago, IL 60611-4267

P: 800/245-7462, in Illinois: 312/321-5165 - F: 312/673-6694

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates Associates Program Scholarship

SGNA Associates Program Scholarships have been established to financially assist SGNA
associate/technician members and non members with purchasing the Associates Program. The Associates
Program is an online education program that provides an associate/technician the opportunity to validate
their skills by being recognized as a GI Technical Specialist (GTS). The Associates Program is not an
official certification but does help enforce the associate/technician commitment to the GI/endoscopy
profession. Scholarships covering the cost of the Associates Program will be awarded quarterly to those
members and non members who meet the established criteria. The number of scholarships awarded will
depend upon funds available.

Applicants are asked to respond to questions that reflect their commitment and participation in SGNA.

Applicants who apply should be an associate/technician who is seeking to further develop their skills in
the GI/endoscopy practice. All information submitted should apply January to December of the past year.

Eligibility:
You may be eligible for an SGNA Associates Program Scholarship if:

1. You are an associate or technician.
2. You have been a member of SGNA for two or more years and are currently in good standing
or you are a non member that has been employed in the GI/ endoscopy field for at least 3
years.
3. You must currently be employed as a caregiver in gastroenterology.
4. You must actively support the goals and philosophy of SGNA.
5. If you are a non member, you can show documentation of attendance at an SGNA event on
the national or regional level.
6. You demonstrate financial need.

You are ineligible if:
1. You have previously received a scholarship from SGNA.
2. You are a member of the SGNA Board of Directors.
3. If you are a Registered Nurse.

Guidelines for Completion:
Any eligible individual in applying for this scholarship must complete the application and return it to SGNA
Headquarters by one of the following quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1.

Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates
401 North Michigan Avenue - Chicago, IL 60611-4267

P: 800/245-7462, in Illinois: 312/321-5165 - F: 312/673-6694

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons Education & Research Foundation Grants Program

The SAGES Education & Research Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) organizations that seek support for programs or projects that align with our mission, goals, or objectives. Grants are given on a competitive basis by submission of a grant application and proposal. Currently, grants are awarded for a one-year period only. Those seeking multi-year funding must reapply each year.

Availability of Grants: An expected total of $150,000 to $200,000 will be allocated in 2011. The SAGES Foundation will consider grant requests between $1,000 to $60,000.

Deadline: Grants must be submitted (not postmarked) by August 31st of each year. The grant will be reviewed in October and notification of approvals will occur in November or December.

Application: Grant applicants must structure their proposal as described in the application guidelines.

Evaluation of Applications: Applications are reviewed by the SAGES Foundation's Grant Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. Analysis of applications includes a determination of whether a request meets the basic funding criteria of the SAGES Foundation, including consistency with its programmatic goals, objectives, and priorities; clearly articulated pathways to achieving results; and the potential for measurable impact. A request for additional information may be required after application submission. Please note that due to the volume of applications, the SAGES Foundation is unable to fund all requests submitted for consideration.

For more information, please call the SAGES Foundation office at (310) 437-0544.

SAGES Education & Research Foundation
11300 West Olympic Blvd.
Suite 600
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 310.437.0544 x 114
Fax: 310.437.0585
E-mail: foundation@sages.org

American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders 2011 APFED Junior Faculty HOPE Research Grant

Objective: To support the development of an academic research career in the specialties of
pediatric and internal medicine, gastroenterology, allergy/ immunology and pathology. The funding is to support eosinophil related research projects.

Sponsor: American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders - a non-profit advocacy organization
for those living with eosinophilic esophagitis, eosinophilic gastroenteritis, eosinophilic colitis, hypereosinophilic syndrome, and other eosinophilic disorders.

Amount: $50,000 one time annual grant.

Funding: The grant may be used for the purchase of supplies and services directly related to the approved research endeavors. Funds may also be directed to the salaries of technical personnel and other direct expenses as necessary for the completion of the research project. Funds may not be used for institutional indirect costs or to acquire administrative or clerical support.

Funds will be distributed in two equal $25,000 payments.

This grant will include a travel grant of up to $1000 which must be used to attend a professional meeting to present research results.

Eligibility: Applicants must be all of the following to be eligible for Grant:
-- MD, DO, Nursing Doctorate, PhD, or MD/PhD
-- Faculty members with faculty appointments in aggregate not to exceed five years (at the time the application is due)
-- Full-time faculty as an instructor or assistant professor at a medical school in the US or abroad.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted in a single pdf file by November 1, 2010. Applicants will be notified regarding status of application by January, 2011.

American Partnership For Eosinophilic Disorders
PO Box 29545
Atlanta, GA 30359

Phone: (713)493-7749
8am-4pm Central Monday-Friday

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Student Research Fellowship Awards

Full Online Application Due March 15
Submission of Paper Copy Postmarked March 15
Review mid April
Start Date on or about June 15
Final/Financial Reports September 1

Application Submission Deadline: March 15
Award Start Date: On or about June 15

Total Award: $2,500 (indirect costs are not allowed)
Duration of Award: One time payment (project must last at least 10 weeks)

Objective: This program offers financial support for students to spend time performing research on topics relevant to inflammatory bowel disease for a minimum of 10 weeks. CCFA hopes to stimulate research interest in the areas of Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

Applicant Eligibility: Candidates may be undergraduate, medical or graduate students (not yet engaged in thesis research) in accredited United States institutions. Candidates may not hold similar salary support from other agencies.

Award and Requirements: Up to 16 Student Research Fellowship Awards will be available for full time research with a mentor investigating a subject relevant to IBD. Mentors may not be a relative of the applicant and may not work in their lab. The mentor must be a faculty member who directs a research project highly relevant to the study of IBD at an accredited institution. Awards will be payable to the institution, not the individual. A complete financial statement and scientific report are due September 1 of the year of the award. All publications arising from work funded by this project must acknowledge support of CCFA.

Grantees that do not fulfill all obligations of the award are prohibited from applying for additional awards.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
386 Park Avenue South
17th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-932-2423
E-mail: info@ccfa.org

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Career Development Awards

Letter of Intent to Apply Due November 1 May 1
Full Online Application Due January 14 July 1
Submission of Paper Copy Postmarked January 14 Postmarked July 1
Review mid April mid November
Board of Trustees mid April mid November
Start Date July 1 January 1

Total Award: Up to $90,000 per year
Duration of Award: One to Three Years

Objective: Career Development Awards are offered to encourage the development of individuals with research potential to help them prepare for an career of independent basic and/or clinical investigation in the area of inflammatory bowel disease. Therefore, individuals who are already well established in the field of IBD research are not considered eligible for this award.

Applicant Eligibility: Applicant must be employed by an institution (public non-profit, private non-profit or government) engaged in health care and/or health related research within the United States. Research is not restricted by citizenship; however, proof of legal work status is required. Applicant must hold an MD, PhD or equivalent. Candidates holding MD degrees must have five years of post doctoral experience, two years of which must be documented research experience relevant to IBD. Generally, the candidates must not be in excess of ten years beyond the attainments of the doctoral degree. Applicants holding PhDs must have at least two years of documented post-doctoral research relevant to IBD.

Proposal Eligibility: Proposal MUST be relevant to inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis). Only one application is allowed per applicant per submission date. Simultaneous submission of a Senior Research Award and a Training Award is not permitted.

Time Commitment: The awardee must devote a minimum of 80% of his/her time directly to the project

Stipend & Institutional Allowance: Award salary will match applicants institutional salary (salaries may be supplemented by the applicant's institution), depending on postgraduate year (PGY) level, up to $52,000 per year. Fringe benefits are allowed according to institutional policy, must not exceed 25% of the salary award (up to $13,000 per year). CCFA will also provide up to $25,000 to be used for non-salary/fringe expenses such as an MPH degree or equivalent tuition (all degrees must be completed in the three year window of this award) or statistical support, travel to professional meetings, professional memberships, and textbooks. These funds may not be used to supplement the awardee's salary/fringe benefits.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
386 Park Avenue South
17th Floor
New York, NY 10016

Phone: 800-932-2423
E-mail: info@ccfa.org

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Career Development Awards

Letter of Intent to Apply Due November 1 May 1
Full Online Application Due January 14 July 1
Submission of Paper Copy Postmarked January 14 Postmarked July 1
Review mid April mid November
Board of Trustees mid April mid November
Start Date July 1 January 1

Total Award: Up to $90,000 per year
Duration of Award: One to Three Years

Objective: Career Development Awards are offered to encourage the development of individuals with research potential to help them prepare for an career of independent basic and/or clinical investigation in the area of inflammatory bowel disease. Therefore, individuals who are already well established in the field of IBD research are not considered eligible for this award.

Applicant Eligibility: Applicant must be employed by an institution (public non-profit, private non-profit or government) engaged in health care and/or health related research within the United States. Research is not restricted by citizenship; however, proof of legal work status is required. Applicant must hold an MD, PhD or equivalent. Candidates holding MD degrees must have five years of post doctoral experience, two years of which must be documented research experience relevant to IBD. Generally, the candidates must not be in excess of ten years beyond the attainments of the doctoral degree. Applicants holding PhDs must have at least two years of documented post-doctoral research relevant to IBD.

Proposal Eligibility: Proposal MUST be relevant to inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis). Only one application is allowed per applicant per submission date. Simultaneous submission of a Senior Research Award and a Training Award is not permitted.

Time Commitment: The awardee must devote a minimum of 80% of his/her time directly to the project

Stipend & Institutional Allowance: Award salary will match applicants institutional salary (salaries may be supplemented by the applicant's institution), depending on postgraduate year (PGY) level, up to $52,000 per year. Fringe benefits are allowed according to institutional policy, must not exceed 25% of the salary award (up to $13,000 per year). CCFA will also provide up to $25,000 to be used for non-salary/fringe expenses such as an MPH degree or equivalent tuition (all degrees must be completed in the three year window of this award) or statistical support, travel to professional meetings, professional memberships, and textbooks. These funds may not be used to supplement the awardee's salary/fringe benefits.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
386 Park Avenue South
17th Floor
New York, NY 10016

Phone: 800-932-2423
E-mail: info@ccfa.org

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Senior Research Awards

Letter of Intent to Apply Due November 1 May 1
Full Online Application Due January 14 July 1
Submission of Paper Copy Postmarked January 14 Postmarked July 1
Review mid April mid November
Board of Trustees mid April mid November
Start Date July 1 January 1

Letter of Intent: May 1 or November 1
Application Submission Deadline: January 14 or July 1

Direct Costs: $130,000 per year
Indirect Costs: 10% of direct costs or $13,000
Duration of Award: One to Three Years

Objective: To provide established researchers with funds to generate sufficient preliminary data to become competitive for funds from other sources, such as the National Institute of Health (NIH).

Applicant Eligibility: Applicant must hold an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree and must be employed by an institution (public non-profit, private non-profit or government) engaged in health care and/or health related research. He/she must have attained independence from his/her mentor. Eligibility is not restricted by citizenship or geography.

Proposal Eligibility: Proposal MUST be relevant to inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's Disease or ulcerative colitis). Only one application is allowed per applicant per submission date. Simultaneous submission of a Senior Research Award and a Training Award is not permitted.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America
386 Park Avenue South
17th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 800-932-2423
E-mail: info@ccfa.org