6 funding opportunities are listed in this category
Grant for Advanced Training in Renal Pathology
Deadline: October 1, 2010
Award Amount: $2,000 plus living accommodations.About the Grant: Applications will be accepted from pathology residents in-training who seek to gain intensive exposure in renal pathology. Residents will have the opportunity to work at Nephropath, a state of the art laboratory in Little Rock, Arkansas. Nephropath processes and interprets over 4500 renal biopsies per year providing a high volume of both routine and challenging cases in all areas of nephropathology including native renal disease (adult and pediatric) and renal transplant pathology.Purpose: The resident will learn the importance of utilizing multiple modalities in the interpretation of renal biopsies including light, immunofluorescence and electron microscopic techniques. This one-month rotation serves as an excellent base for a resident who has interest in applying for a subsequent year-long fellowship in renal pathology.Time Commitment: Four (4) weeks.Eligibility: Applicants must be a CAP Junior Member or have an application pending, and must be currently enrolled in an United States AP or AP/CP pathology training program. This elective is ideally suited for PG2 residents, however, PG3 and PG4 residents are also encouraged to apply. No previous training in renal pathology is required.Selection Process: * Need: technology is not available as needed at the applicant’s institution * Scientific merit of the application: future use of technology * Value to the applicant * Letter of recommendationsOutcomes and Accomplishments: At the end of the rotation, awardee will be able to: * Define the major glomerular disease associated syndromes * Recognize the major glomerular lesions associated with each syndrome * In the diagnosis of renal disease, awardee will be able to describe: o the utility of the special stains for light microscopy o the utility of the antigens examined using immunofluorescence microscopy o the utility of the electron microscope * Understand the importance of clinicopathologic correlation to the interpretation of renal biopsies
Application Guidelines. Applicants are required to complete and submit the following documentation: 1. A completed application form 2. A current curriculum vitae 3. A typed narrative, not to exceed two pages, describing: 1. Applicant’s interest in renal pathology training, why this experience is desired, and how this rotation will enhance applicant’s training in pathology. 2. Describe the benefit to society and the practice of pathology that this experience will provide. 3. Explain why the Foundation’s support is needed and what other means of support are available. 4. A letter of recommendation from the director of the residency program indicating that salary and benefits will be supported during the award period.All documents must be typed and submitted by one of the following methods:By Email: capfdn@cap.orgBy Fax: 847.832.8324By US Mail:College of American Pathologists FoundationATG – General Elective325 Waukegan RoadNorthfield, Illinois 60093-2750Questions? 800.323.4040 x7324
Renal Discoveries Extramural Grant Program
RENAL DISCOVERIES Extramural Grant Program (EGP), awards grants for innovation, exploration and application of research to advance the knowledge of renal insufficiency and its treatment. The objective of RENAL DISCOVERIES, EGP is to stimulate and support research in the fields of dialytic therapies chronic kidney disease, and co-morbidities associated with end-stage renal disease (ESRD), with the goal of improving the quality of life and reducing mortality of patients with kidney disease. An independent international Medical Advisory Board (MAB) - whose membership represents a breadth of scientific knowledge - will evaluate and score each application based on the merit of the submitted proposals as described below. RENAL DISCOVERIES, is a global program that accepts research applications from all regions of the world. Letter of Intent Due: April 15, 2010
Scholarships Available to Attend the 39th Association of American Indian Physicians Annual Meeting and Health Conference
The Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP) announces scholarships available to attend the 39th AAIP Annual Meeting and Health Conference in Albuquerque, NM, August 5 – 9, 2010. The conference will have presentations offered by experts and leaders in American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) healthcare and policy making issues. Presentations include current trends, policy, research, and practice issues concerning AI/AN populations.The National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), Office of Minority Health Research Coordination will award scholarships to ten undergraduate level AI/AN students to attend the AAIP Annual Meeting and National Health Conference. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and have an interest in biomedical research relevant to NIDDK’s mission areas, i.e., diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, liver, urology, kidney, and hematologic diseases. Selected scholars will be required to attend a NIDDK session to be held during the conference. The remainder of the conference will be yours to attend all the other scheduled sessions and social activities. This scholarship provides for the student’s airfare, hotel lodging, and meals. This scholarship is awarded on a one-time only basis.Application Process * NIDDK Primary Data Sheet * One-page letter regarding your interest in biomedical research relevant to NIDDK’s mission areas, i.e., diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism, nutrition, obesity, and digestive, liver, urology, kidney, and hematologic diseases * Copy of Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood or Tribal Identification * Current resume / CV * Recent College/University Transcript – Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA * Letter of Recommendation – Must be completed by a College/University faculty member, preferably a science professor * Recent photographApplications must be postmarked by Friday, May 28, 2010. For further questions, contact AAIP Student Programs at (405) 946-7072, or email lmyers@aaip.org.Mail completed applications to the AAIP office:Association of American Indian PhysiciansAttn: Student Programs – NIDDK Scholarship1225 Sovereign Row, Ste. 103Oklahoma City, OK 73108
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Research and Education Foundation Federal Services Junior Investigator Research Grant
Supported by AbbottApplication Deadline: April 2, 2010DescriptionThe Federal Services Junior Investigator Research Grant Program supports new investigators' research efforts critical to the study of medication adherence and persistence in older patients who receive care through the Veterans Administration, the Department of Defense, and the Public Health Service. These medication adherence and persistence studies should focus on individuals with either autoimmune diseases, dyslipidemia, HIV/AIDS, psychiatric disorders, or stages 3 and 4 renal disease. A secondary goal of the program is to develop and strengthen the skills of newer researchers in the federal services and foster mentoring of these researchers by more experienced senior investigators.Applications for this research grant program should emphasize study objectives that focus on optimal medication outcomes, sound research methods that support the study objectives, interdisciplinary collaborations, the potential for the project to be replicated in other federal health systems, and prudent use of grant funds.Eligibility CriteriaThe research must focus on the topic area. The proposed research must be conducted in a Veterans Administration, Department of Defense, or Public Health Service facility. The principal investigator for the project must be a licensed pharmacist, physician, or nurse. The principal investigator must be a new researcher within 5 years of completion of his/her terminal degree or postgraduate training or have professional experience greater than 5 years and no more than two externally funded research projects as a principal investigator. The senior investigator must be a licensed pharmacist, physician, or nurse. The proposed research must be submitted to an institutional review board (IRB) for approval. Evidence of IRB approval must be provided to the ASHP Foundation upon acceptance of the grant award. Grant funds will not be disbursed until evidence of IRB approval or evidence of exemption from IRB review has been received. The research must comply with the NIH Policy and Guidelines on the Inclusion of Women and Minorities as Subjects in Clinical Research. The study timeline should not exceed 2 years beyond project initiation.Funding InformationTwo $25,000 grants will be awarded. Grants are awarded to junior investigators to provide funding for research related to medication adherence and persistence studies that focus on individuals with either autoimmune diseases, dyslipidemia, HIV/AIDS, psychiatric disorders, or stages 3 and 4 renal disease and are not intended for long-term support of research programs. One-third of the total grant will be provided with the notice of the award. One-third will be provided following receipt of a written progress report submitted at the midpoint of the timeline for study completion. The remaining one-third will be provided upon receipt of a final report that is due within 60 days of project completion.Application ProcessPharmacists, physicians, and nurses interested in applying for funding should refer to the request for proposals and application instructions when posted for full eligibility requirements and application procedures.Selection CriteriaGrant applications will be judged by a selection panel using the following criteria: • Rationale-10 points• Significance-10 points• Hypothesis/Objectives-20 points• Study Methods-40 points• Project Scope and Timeline-5 points• Personnel and Facilities-15 points
ASHP Research and Education Foundation7272 Wisconsin AvenueBethesda, Maryland 20814Phone: (301) 664-8612Fax: (301) 634-5712E-mail: foundation@ashp.orgWeb site: www.ashpfoundation.org
American Physiological Society Renal Section Young Investigator Award
The 2011 Renal Section Young Investigator Award ($1000, reimbursement for up to $1500 in travel expense reimbursement and reimbursement of the annual meeting advance registration fee) recognizes an outstanding young investigator pursuing research in renal physiology, pathophysiology or hypertension. Candidates must be less than 41 years of age or less than 15 years beyond earning their first doctoral degree, and must have published original work in American Journal of Physiology Renal Physiology (or similar journal) during the preceding four years. Candidates will be judged on their nomination letters, funding record and publications. The recipient will present the Young Investigator Award Lecture, organize/chair a featured topic session, participate in the Renal Section’s Posters and Professors Reception and be recognized at the Renal Dinner during EB 2011. Candidates or nominators must upload the candidate's CV a nomination letter and a seconding letter.Nomination materials must be submitted no later than April 16, 2010.
http://www.the-aps.org/meetings/eb10/awards/renal.htm
2011 Carl W. Gottschalk Distinguished Lectureship of the American Physiological Society Renal Section
The 2011 Carl W. Gottschalk Distinguished Lectureship of the APS Renal Section ($1000 honorarium, reimbursement for up to $2000 in travel expenses, plus a complimentary ticket to the Renal Dinner) recognizes a world-renown, distinguished scientist who has made major contributions to understanding physiological processes through state-of-the-art research, and who is an engaging speaker. The candidate’s area(s) of research expertise need not be in renal physiology, but should be of interest to Renal Section members. The candidate need not be an APS member or a US citizen. In addition to delivering the Carl W. Gottschalk Distinguished Lecture, the recipient will participate in the Renal Section’s Posters and Professors Reception and will be recognized at the Renal Dinner held during EB 2010. Nominators must upload a 1 page summary of the candidate's contributions relevant to renal physiology. The letter must include the nominator's name, the proposed candidate’s name, candidate's email address, and candidate's institution.Nomination materials must be submitted by the deadline of April 16, 2010.
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