9 funding opportunities are listed in this category
American Health Information Management Association Foundation Merit Scholarships
2010 Application Deadline — Friday, April 30, 2010 (11:59 PM CST)
EligibilityAHIMA Foundation scholarship basic eligibilty requirements include: * The program the student is enrolled in must be must be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management (CAHIIM). (Want to know if the program is accredited? Visit http://www.cahiim.org/accredpgms.asp). Graduate students must be AHIMA credentialed members pursuing degrees in areas related to HIM practice. * The student must have completed at least 6 credit hours in program coursework before being eligible to apply for a scholarship. In addition, student must have at least one full semester (6 credit hours) of classes remaining in their course of study at the time the award is granted. This information will be verified through certified student transcript(s).BackgroundOne of the major initiatives of the AHIMA Foundation is to attract and support new talent in the HIM industry by improving the educational opportunities for future HIM professionals through scholarships. The Foundation offers scholarships to students currently enrolled in accredited health information management programs. There are three levels of scholarships offered: $1,000 for a HIT AA degree student; $1,200 for a HIA BA/BS degree student; and $2,500 for a credentialed professional pursuing a masters or doctoral degree in an area related to HIM practice.In 2009, a total of 155 students submitted their applications for review; out of that pool, 64 qualified candidates received scholarships for a total of $86,500 awarded during two application cycles (in the Spring and Fall). These award recipients included 2 PhD candidates, 9 Graduate Degree students, 20 Bachelors’ Degree students and 33 Associate Degree students. The scholarship recipients represent 33 Component State Associations, and GPAs of those awarded scholarships ranged from 3.37 to 4.0. Some scholarships give preference to applicants in categories such as diversity, second-career students, and students residing in particular states. Only one application is needed to be completed, and the applicant will be considered for all awards offered. Applicants are eligible to receive only one scholarship in a calendar year.
Online ApplicationsIn 2009 the scholarship application became an online process, making it easier for applicants to apply and for the scholarship committee to process the reviews. The 2010 application has been further customized to allow students to easily submit the required information, in a secure online format. Students will be able to track the progress of their application and ensure that all necessary components have been completed (including academic references and recommendations). before submitting the application by the April 30 deadline. Once the applications have been reviewed and scholarships determined, recipients should receive notification of their award status the middle of June, 2010; scholarship checks will be sent out approximately July 1.
The AHIMA Foundation233 N. Michigan Avenue, 21st FloorChicago, IL 60601-5809Email: info@ahimafoundation.org
University of New Mexico Biomedical Informatics Fellowship Program
The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (UNM HSLIC) invites applications for our three-year training (research) fellowship in Biomedical Informatics (BMI). The fellowship begins in June 2010 and comes with a stipend, health benefits, and limited support for research project expenses. This fellowship also provides time and support for the fellow to complete a Masters Degree in Clinical Research as well as the completion of a transcriptable certificate program in BMI. Roughly half of the fellow’s time will be allocated for performance of a mentored research project in BMI culminating in submission of a manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal on the project’s results. The fellowship position also comes with a Lecturer II faculty appointment in UNM HSLIC that will allow the fellow to gain experience as a faculty member in a vibrant department in the UNM Health Sciences Center. The fellow will report to the HSLIC Director of Biomedical Informatics Research, Training and Scholarship who will be the fellow’s primary mentor. Soon after starting the fellowship and establishing a research project direction, other UNM faculty will be identified that will compose a mentor panel (usually a total of 3-4 mentors). The purpose of the mentor panel is to provide guidance with expertise in domains outside of BMI but relevant to the fellow’s area of research interest. In addition, the mentor panel provides the opportunity for the fellow to obtain multiple perspectives from multiple domains of expertise. The fellow will meet with their primary mentor weekly and with other mentor’s on an as needed basis. The mentor panels will formally convene every 6-months to monitor the fellow’s overall progress. Salary will be based on the NIH NRSA Stipend levels, based on years of experience: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-10-047.html
The responsibilities of the fellow will include: • Successful attainment of all the competencies in the UNM BMI Training Program’s competencies-based curriculum. • Successful attainment of all the competencies in the UNM Clinical and Translational Sciences Center, MS in Clinical Research Program. (Note there is considerable overlap between the BMI and MSCR curricula). • Successful completion of a certificate program in BMI. • Successful completion of a mentored research project in BMI with a manuscript on the results submitted for publication to a peer-reviewed journal. • Participating as an active HSLIC faculty member, including limited participation on appropriate informatics-related faculty projects or committees. • Approximately 20% of the fellow’s time will be devoted to clinical service, teaching, a UNM BMI Program administrative project, or some combination thereof based on the fellow’s prior background and research interests. • Help coordinate the UNM Biomedical Informatics Seminar Series (BioMISS). • Present on a biomedical informatics topic on two BioMISS per year. • Submission a grant application by the end of first year of the fellowship. Required/Minimum Qualifications: • Terminal degree in a biomedically relevant field, e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD, DPT, etc. Note that those with PhD’s in areas not traditional considered to be “biomedically relevant” will be consider if the fellow has a research interest in the biosciences domain, e.g., electrical engineering, computer science, etc. • A three-year, time full-time, time commitment. Preferred Qualifications: (i.e., helpful but not absolutely necessary) • Experience and or formal training in the use of information and communications technologies in a biomedical domain. • Teaching experience. • Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication abilities.
Institutional Information: Located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico, The UNM HSLIC serves the School of Medicine, undergraduate and graduate programs in the Colleges of Nursing and Pharmacy, seven allied health programs, a graduate school of biomedical sciences, a Masters in Public Health Program, a Masters in Clinical Research Program, and a university teaching hospital. HSLIC also houses a 30+ FTE IT group that is responsible for maintaining the Health Sciences Center website, email, network, file servers, and user support as well as being the center for web-based health science education for the University. The university also has a state of the art medical simulation center, a high performance computing center, Center for Telehealth, and a University Hospital system that is a level-1 trauma center and a tertiary referral center for the entire state of New Mexico. UNM University Hospitals System uses an electronic health record system with computerized physician order entry. There are multiple clinical and epidemiological databases that are available for research and many opportunities for biomedical informatics research in a wide spectrum of venues and domains.
Application Information: To be considered complete, application materials must include: • A letter of interest addressing required and preferred qualifications. • A complete C.V. • A personal statement that describes the applicant’s interest in biomedical informatics. • Complete contact information for three professional references.
To Apply: For complete details and more information on the biomedical informatics program at UNM, see: http://hsc.unm.edu/library/informatics/.
Materials must be received no later than March 31, 2010 for best consideration. This position will remain open until filled.
Availability of Doctoral Fellowships at Florida State University Information Institute
Two $7,500 Doctoral Research Fellowship Awards August 2010 – May 2013The Information Use Management and Policy Institute at the College of Communication and Information, Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA, announces the availability of up to two $7,500 per year research fellowships at the doctoral level. This award is in addition to the normal stipend awarded doctoral students by the School of Library and Information Studies. Additional information about the doctoral program can be found at: http://slis.fsu.edu/Graduate/PhD_Program/default.asp. Each award may cover up to a total of three academic years ($22,500) upon satisfactory performance of the recipient. The fellowship also includes up to 27 hours of remitted in-state tuition (or the equivalent toward out-of-state tuition) over the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters of each academic year.The successful candidate must be admitted as a full-time doctoral student at the School of Library and Information Studies by the beginning of the Fall 2010 semester. The fellowship requires the successful candidates to work 20 hours per week at the Information Institute for which they will receive the College graduate assistantship hourly rate. Some support for travel to professional meetings will also be provided.The Information Institute seeks candidates who have significant background and experience or interest in hands-on social science, evaluation, and policy research in the fields of the information sciences and in information policy. Example research projects can be found on the Institute website. Qualifications include: * Master’s degree in library/information studies or related field; * Excellent applications skills and knowledge in computing, networking, and telecommunications; * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; * Ability to work successfully in a research team environment; * Ability/interest in conducting studies including information systems/services; evaluation; information use; digital libraries; health informatics; and information policy research; and * An enthusiastic, dynamic, and committed individual who is a self-starter and highly motivated.The person selected will participate in existing Institute research projects, develop proposals to fund Institute projects, organize Institute workshops and research programs, conduct research projects (which may include some travel) and generally support the research goals of the Information Institute. On-site and/or telephone interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process.Applications consist of: (1) a letter of application, (2) a current resume, (3) BA and MA program transcript(s), and (4) examples of writing skills (e.g., recent papers, reports, publications, etc.). Applications and additional information should be directed to Dr. Charles R. McClure, cmcclure@lis.fsu.edu Francis Eppes Professor of Information Studies and Director, Information Use Management and Policy Institute. Florida State University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications will be accepted until April 1, 2010 or until the fellowships are filled.
Information InstituteFlorida State UniversityRoom 010 Louis Shores Building142 Collegiate LoopPO Box 3062100Tallahassee, FL 32306-2100Phone & FaxPhone: (850) 645-5683Fax: (850) 644-4522
Oregon Health & Science University Graduate Programs Equity Summer Research Program
Interested in research?Thinking about applying to graduate school?Curious about the biomedical sciences?
Application deadline: March 26, 2010 The OHSU Graduate Programs Equity Summer Research Program offers: * An exciting opportunity to spend 8 to 10 weeks working with faculty and graduate students in a research setting, learning new skills, and gaining experience. * Weekly seminars and meetings with fellow students and faculty to discuss ongoing research. * An opportunity to present a scientific oral presentation of your summer research project. * Ongoing, personal mentoring about your individual career pathway from OHSU faculty . * A paid stipend for all students during the program.Students will work on a specific project with faculty from the following departments and programs: * Behavioral Neuroscience * Biochemistry and Molecular Biology * Medical Informatics * Cell and Developmental Biology * Molecular and Medical Genetics * Molecular Microbiology and Immunology * Neuroscience Graduate Program * Physiology and Pharmacology * Programs in Molecular and Cellular BiosciencesWho is Eligible * By the program starting date, eligible students will have completed at least one full year of college coursework. * The most competitive applicants will have completed coursework in the basic sciences (e.g. biology, chemistry, neuroscience, biopsychology) and mathematics. * The program is only open to applicants who have experienced social or economic disadvantages: * Economically disadvantaged students are defined as individuals who come from a “low income family,” using low income levels specified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as a guideline. * Socially disadvantaged students come from an environment that may inhibit them from obtaining knowledge, skills or abilities required to enroll and successfully complete an undergraduate or graduate course of study that could lead to a career in the health sciences. This category includes but is not restricted to students whose parents did not attend or complete college.Your application must include:1. A completed official Equity Program application2. Official college transcripts3. Two Letters of Recommendation from college faculty teachers, with at least one from a science teacher4. Resume or Curriculum VitaeContact: The Center for Diversity and Multicultural Affairs (CeDMA) at 503-494-5657 or email CeDMA.What are the dates of the program? * Tentative dates: June 21 - August 13, 2010 Who is a qualified candidate for the program? * You qualify if you meet all of the following criteria: 1) Have completed at least one undergraduate college year by the start date of the program, 2) Have completed coursework in the basic sciences and mathematics, 3) Have experienced significant disadvantage: economic, educational, ethnic / cultural, family circumstances, etc, 4) You are a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.Are International students eligible for this program? * Unfortunately, no.How many positions are available? * The number of available positions usually depends on funding and the availability of mentors. Normally, between 5-7 awards are given each year. When will I find out if I was accepted? * We expect to notify all applicants in early May. Is it possible for me to take other courses during the summer program? * Summer Equity Research scholars are in the laboratory full-time, roughly 8 – 5 every weekday. In addition, you will be asked to prepare a presentation of your research project and may be asked to attend other seminars. Therefore, it is not advisable that you add other coursework during the duration of the program. How are mentors chosen? * We strive to match scholars and mentors based on research interests, however not all OHSU researchers are available to serve as mentors during any given summer.Where will I be doing my research? * You will be in your mentor’s laboratory on the main OHSU campus in Portland, OR. Some mentors have lab space at the Veterans Administration (VA) facility located on campus. How much is the stipend? * The stipend is $9.00 per hour. Payments are made at the end of each month.I don’t live in Portland. Is housing available? * Limited support may be available for housing assistance. Please indicate on the application if you need housing.What other research opportunities can you suggest for me? * Research experience is invaluable if you plan to apply to a graduate program. We recommend that you check the OHSU employment website for research assistant positions.Will the program pay for my travel? * The program has not typically had funds to support participants' travel to Portland. The program directors may consider supporting travel if sufficient funding is in place.The Center for Diversity & Multicultural Affairs Phone number: (503) 494-5657 Fax number: (503) 494-4916
Tech Awards
The Tech Awards is an international awards program that honors innovators from around the world who are applying technology to benefit humanity. The Tech Awards program inspires global engagement in applying technology to humanity's most pressing problems by recognizing the best of those who are utilizing innovative technology solutions to address the most urgent critical issues facing our planet. People all over the world are profoundly improving the human condition in the areas of education, equality, environment, health, and economic development through the use of technology. It is the goal of The Tech Awards to showcase their compelling stories and reward their brilliant accomplishments. Each year, candidates are nominated and then invited to submit applications. Individuals, for-profit companies, and not-for-profit organizations are eligible. International panels of judges review the applications and annually select 15 Laureates. Awards are presented in five categories: Health, Education, Environment, Economic Development, and Equality. Three Laureates in each category are honored and one Laureate per category receives $50,000. Laureates are honored at an annual Gala event and inducted into The Tech Awards Network (TAN). The TAN extends the award program from an annual event to a year round program. The goal of the TAN is to create opportunities for learning, networking, and exposure to assist the Laureates in furthering their work. The Tech Awards program was launched in November 2000, and The Tech Awards Gala was held in 2001 for the first time. The concept for the awards and the five universal categories were inspired in part by the State of the Future report, published by the Millennium Project of the American Council of the United Nations University. The report recommends that award recognition is an effective way to accelerate scientific breakthrough and technological applications to improve the human condition. The Tech Awards categories were inspired by the 15 Global Challenges identified in the report.
Submit a Nomination To be considered as a Laureate in The Tech Awards program requires participation in a two-step process: Step 1: Nomination (we accept nominations year-round) Once you submit a nomination, The Tech Awards team will review it to ensure you meet the program's requirements for eligibility (see our Criteria). Self-nominations are accepted. Be prepared to answer these three key questions on the nomination form (note character count on form): Identify the technology application Explain how the technology application benefits humanity State why you think the nominee deserves recognition
Step 2: Application and References
If your nomination is accepted, you will be invited to submit a more detailed application, and required to provide two references (e.g., business colleagues, professors, mentors, or members of the group applying). You can access the application system as many times as you need to in order to understand and answer the questions on the form. Nominations for The Tech Awards are accepted year-round and we are currently accepting nominations for 2010. The 2010 deadline for nominations is March 31, 2010.
Contact David Whitman, Director The Tech Awards +1-408-795-6262 dwhitman@thetech.org
Emergency Nurses Association Foundation Scholarship: Master’s in Healthcare or Related Field
Funding for this scholarship is made possible through the generosity of those who contributed to the ENA Foundation in 2009.
This scholarship is awarded to an emergency nurse (RN) pursuing an advance degree in healthcare. These degrees include but are not limited to degrees in business (MBA), public health (MPH), nurse education (N.Ed.) and Informatics.
Requirements: Applicants must meet all standard eligibility requirements.
Number of Awards: One (1) Submission Deadline: June 1, 2010Amount of Award: $5,000 Recipient Notified: August 13, 2010
Eligibility requirements for ALL scholarships: --Applicants must be an ENA member for a minimum of twelve (12) months immediately prior to applying. Non-RN category applicants are not required to be an ENA member but a letter of reference from a current ENA member is required. --A minimum of a 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is required for consideration. --Applicants must be attending a NLN or AACN accredited school and must provide verification of the schools current accreditation. --Previous scholarship recipients are not eligible to reapply under the same category. However, qualified previous recipients may apply for the next category. --ENA members having served in the immediate past three years on the ENA Board of Directors, ENA Foundation Board of Trustees, or ENA Foundation Scholarship Review Team are ineligible to apply. Applications for all scholarships are located on the ENA Website at www.ena.org/foundation/scholarships Please contact the ENA Foundation at (847) 460-4100 or (800) 900-9659 ext. 4100 or foundation@ena.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Emergency Nurses Association Headquarters915 Lee StreetDes Plaines, IL 60016-6569
College of American Pathologists Foundation Conference Travel Awards
The CAP Foundation Conference Travel Awards are designed to enable young pathologists to attend conferences exploring major technology by funding the costs of registration, travel, and living expenses.APIII/Lab InfoTech Summit 2010, September 12-17, 2010(formerly two separate conferences) Deadline: June 1, 2010Sponsor: CAP Foundation, UPMC and Pathology Education Consortium$1,500 to assist with registration fees and travel expensesPathology Visions Conference, October 24-27, 2010Deadline: June 1, 2010Sponsor: CAP Foundation and Digital Pathology Association$2,000 maximum travel reimbursement CAP Foundation325 Waukegan RoadNorthfield, IL 60093-2750800-323-4040 ext. 7368CAPFdn@cap.org
Sigma Theta Tau International/National League for Nursing GrantPurposeTo support research that advances the science of nursing education and learning through the use of technology in dissemination of knowledge.Research FundingFunds for this grant are made possible from a gift from Dr. Diane Billings to Sigma Theta Tau International Foundation for Nursing's research endowment.Funds for this grant do not cover expenses incurred prior to the funding date.
Eligibility Criteria * Preference given to Sigma Theta Tau International and/or National League for Nursing members. * Grant proposals must advance the science of nursing education through the use of technology in the dissemination of knowledge. * Registered nurse with current license * Hold a master's or doctoral degree or be enrolled in a doctoral program. * Submit a completed research application package and signed research agreement * Ready to implement research project when funding is received. Grants available: 1 per yearFunding: up to $5000Deadline: 1 June 2010Funding date: 1 November 2010 Contact InformationResearch ServicesSigma Theta Tau InternationalPhone: 888.634.7575 (US/Canada) or +1.317.634.8171(international)Fax: +1.317.634.8188How to apply: All applications must be submitted via the online submission system. A link to the online submission system will be available in March 2010.
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