NARSAD is the largest non-government, donor-supported organization that distributes funds for psychiatric brain and behavior disorder research. The NARSAD Young Investigator Award Program offers up to $30,000 a year for up to two (2) years to enable promising investigators to either extend their research fellowship training or to begin careers as independent research faculty. The program is intended to facilitate innovative research opportunities and supports basic and/or clinical investigators, however, research must be relevant to our understanding, treatment and prevention of serious psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, or child and adolescent psychiatric disorders. NARSAD is committed to spending all contributions for direct support of research. Administrative cost of review is small—reviewers are members of the NARSAD Scientific Council, and volunteer their time to evaluate applications; therefore, no feedback can be provided to applicants.
Award Requirements
**An automatic e-mail is generated upon submission of the electronic application. If there is any question as to whether the application was successfully submitted, please contact grants@narsad.org.
Application Requirements
** IRB approval for human and animal subjects must be verified at time of award (do not include with application), as well as institutional acceptance of the NARSAD Terms of Award. ** Supplemental material and material exceeding the specified length will not be considered in the review process. Applications should be submitted as an electronic application through the NARSAD website. E-mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. If the Institutional Approval and/or mentor letter/s cannot be scanned with signature, send to: NARSAD, Research Grants 60 Cutter Mill Road, Suite 404 Great Neck, NY 11021 OR Fax: (516) 487-6930 e-mail: grants@narsad.org (e-mail answered daily) website: www.narsad.org (electronic application, guidelines available)
Funding Opportunity: Research Program on Migration and Health The UCOP-based Health Initiative of the Americas has announced its 2008 Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Applications (RFA) and Dissertation Grants on Migration and Health issued by the Migration and Health Research Program (PIMSA, for its Spanish acronym). The following research areas will be given priority: Chronic diseases, including nutrition related such as unhealthy diets related to diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and obesity; Infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and STDs; Mental health, including domestic violence, alcohol and substance abuse, and its relation with culture; Occupational health and injury prevention, especially concerning farm workers; Women’s health; Special vulnerable populations health (indigenous, disabled, elderly); Access to services, including best practices of health prevention and promotion, such as promotoras outreach programs; strategies for expanding health insurance; legal aspect of access to health; and the use of medical technology to reduce health disparities.
Notification of intent due by July 11, 2008.Application materials are due on August 1, 2008. Further information can be found in the program RFP or by contating Rosario Alberro [510-643-1290 / Rosario.Alberro@ucop.edu] or Nefer Kelley [510-643-4121 / Nefer.Kelley@ucop.edu].
Federal Services Junior Investigator Research GrantSupported by AbbottApplication Available: May 1, 2008Application Deadline: January 9, 2009DescriptionThe Federal Services Junior Investigator Research Grant Program supports 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 for full eligibility requirements and application procedures. Please check the Programs Calendar periodically for information about future offerings.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 pointsDeadlinesDeadline: January 9, 2009
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Research and Education Foundation7272 Wisconsin AvenueBethesda, Maryland 20814Phone: (301) 664-8612Fax: (301) 634-5712E-mail: foundation@ashp.orgWeb site: www.ashpfoundation.org
Early Researcher Awards
The American Psychological Association Science Student Council has announced August 22, 2008 as the deadline date for submissions for the 2008 Early Researcher Awards. These awards recognize outstanding student researchers who are currently early in their graduate training (i.e., this should be recently completed research, within approximately twelve months preceding the submission deadline). We are unable to accept submissions from advanced graduate students for research completed earlier in their graduate training. Submissions for research in progress will also not be accepted. Strong preference will be given to students who demonstrate outstanding research abilities earlier in their graduate training (i.e., up to and including master's thesis or equivalent), and who show a considerable level of independence in conducting their research. Up to three awards will be given in 2008, drawn from basic science, applied science, and/or interdisciplinary science areas. Each recipient will receive an award of $1,000. If you have any questions, please send an email to the Science Directorate (or telephone at 202-336-6000).
American Psychological Association Science Directorate 750 First Street, NE • Washington, DC 20002-4242 Phone: 202-336-6000 • TDD/TTY: 202-336-6123 Fax: 202-336-5953
Information for Grant Applicants New Submission Deadlines for Research Grants (Effective Dec. 15, 2007) Beginning Dec. 15, 2007, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.will accept and review applications for all categories of research grants and fellowships two times a year, with submission deadlines of Dec. 15 and June 15. In making these changes, the AFSP Scientific Council is seeking to make the Foundation's research grant program more responsive to time-sensitive topics with high relevance for suicide research, lessen the waiting time required for applicants to resubmit promising applications, and streamline the administrative processes related to grants review. A second change approved by the Scientific Council is an increase in the grant amounts for Standard Research Grants (from a maximum of $60,000 to $75,000), Young Investigator Grants (from $70,000 to $85,000) and Pilot Grants (from $20,000 to $30,000). These changes will also go into effect beginning with the Dec. 15, 2007 cycle. Distinguished Investigator Grants and Postdoctoral Research Fellowships will remain at their current levels of $100,000.
All questions should be directed to: Tracey Auster, research administrator, at tauster@afsp.org or (212) 363-3500 Ext.15. Eligibility AFSP research grants support studies that aim to increase understanding of the causes of suicide and factors related to suicide risk, or to test treatments and other interventions designed to prevent suicide. Investigators from all academic disciplines are eligible to apply, and both basic science and applied research projects will be considered, providing the study has an essential focus on suicide or suicide prevention. AFSP grants are awarded for one or two-year periods. Grant Categories AFSP offers five types of research grants: Distinguished Investigator Grants for up to $100,000 over two years are awarded to investigators at the level of associate professor or higher with an established record of research and publication on suicide. Standard Research Grants for up to $75,000 over two years are awarded to individual investigators at any level. Young Investigator Grants for up to $85,000 over two years are awarded to investigators at the level of assistant professor or lower. In addition to a maximum of $75,000 for the investigator’s research, these grants provide an additional $10,000 ($5,000 per year) for an established suicide researcher who will mentor the Young Investigator. Postdoctoral Research Fellowships for up to $100,000 over two years are awarded to investigators who have received a Ph.D., M.D., or other doctoral degree within the preceding six years and have not had more than three years of fellowship support. Fellows receive a progressive stipend of $42,000 in the first year and $46,000 in the second, with an institutional allowance of $6,000 per year. Pilot Grants of up to $30,000 over one or two years are awarded to investigators at any level. These grants provide seed money for new projects that have the potential to lead to subsequent larger investigations.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 120 Wall Street, 22nd Floor New York, NY 10005 Toll-free: 1-888-333-AFSP Phone: (212) 363-3500 Fax: (212) 363-6237 Website: www.afsp.org Email: inquiry@afsp.org
Theodore Blau Early Career Award for Outstanding Contribution to Professional Clinical Psychology The Theodore Blau Early Career Award honors a Clinical Psychologist who has made an outstanding contribution to the profession of Clinical Psychology by promoting the practice of clinical psychology through professional service; innovation in service delivery; novel application of applied research methodologies to professional practice; positive impact on health delivery systems; development of creative educational programs for practice; or other novel or creative activities advancing the service of the profession. Amount: $2,000 Eligibility Criteria: Nominees should be no more than 10 years post doctoral degree. Self-nomination is permitted. Deadline: October 1, 2008
American Psychological Foundation 750 First Street, NE • Washington, DC • 20002-4242 Phone: 202-336-5843 • Fax: 202-336-5812 • foundation@apa.org
Annette Urso Rickel Dissertation Award for Public Policy The APF Annette Urso Rickel Foundation Dissertation Award for Public Policy supports dissertation research on public policy, which has the potential to improve services for children and families facing psychosocial issues. Examples of eligible topics include but are not limited to issues with at-risk populations, prevention of child abuse, services for youth in the criminal justice system, effectiveness of school programs for children with psychological issues, using psychology in public policy to improve math and science education, and promoting healthy parenting. Amount: $1,000. Deadline: December 1, 2008. This award is made possible by a generous donation from the Annette Urso Rickel Foundation.
Todd E. Husted Memorial Dissertation Award The Todd E. Husted Memorial Dissertation Award encourages contributions to the development of improved outreach and delivery of mental health services. The recipient receives $2,000 for the dissertation which contributes most to the Award's goals. Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled full-time and be in good standing in a graduate program in psychology at an accredited university or college located in the United States or Canada. In addition: applicants must have had their dissertation proposals approved by their dissertation committees prior to application. applicants must not have previously received an APA Dissertation Research Award or an APF/Todd E. Husted Memorial Award. Click here to learn more. Deadline: September 15, 2008. Completed applications will be accepted after June 1.
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