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Pediatric Nursing 2012 Cover Photo Contest
Capture the spirit of Pediatric Nursing! The journal is sponsoring a photography contest for Pediatric Nursing subscribers and friends of pediatric nursing health care providers. The first prize winner will receive one complimentary registration to the 28th Annual Pediatric Nursing Convention, July 19-21, 2012, in Boston, MA, and one commemorative laminated plaque. The winning photo will appear on the cover of the May/June 2012 conference issue of Pediatric Nursing.
Photos may be submitted by individuals or institutions through their public relations department or agency.
Purpose To communicate the commitment, and professional and clinical excellence of pediatric nurses as they practice in a variety of health care settings, such as private practice, acute care, general care, critical care, long-term care, outpatient care, home health care, sub-acute care, and community settings.
Criteria
Submit one or more photographs consistent with the purpose.
Photo(s) must be clinically accurate as well as aesthetically sound.
Photo(s) must be submitted using a 3 mega-pixel minimum digital camera on the highest quality setting (preferred), or submitted as high-quality 8x10 glossy prints. Low-resolution or poor quality photographs will not be eligible. 8x10 prints must be submitted in plastic sleeves.
Digital photo(s) must be submitted on CD or via email to pnjrnl@ajj.com in a JPG file format.
Obtain and submit a signed photo release form (or other appropriate form) from all identifiable parties (for children, parents or legal guardians) pictured in the photograph on the organization's letterhead.
Clearly indicate a contact person, including name, organization, address, phone number, and email.
Only submit photographs that are original works and for which you own copyright. Professional studio portraits will not be accepted.
The deadline for receipt of entries is March 30, 2012.
Please note all entries become the property of Pediatric Nursing and will not be returned. Questions may be emailed to pnjrnl@ajj.com.
Submit entries to: Pediatric Nursing Cover Photo Contest East Holly Avenue / Box 56 Pitman, NJ 08071-0056 Email: pnjrnl@ajj.com
Call for Applications: Pediatric Endocrine Society Travel Grant Awards to the 2012 PES/PAS Annual Meeting
The Pediatric Endocrine Society is now accepting applications for Travel Grant Awards to the 2012 PES/PAS Annual Meeting in Boston, MA.
Only Associate Members in good standing are eligible for the Travel Awards.
PES Annual Meeting Boston, Massachusetts April 28- May 1, 2012
Applications must be received by March 1, 2012 by mail, fax or email to:
PES 6728 Old McLean Village Drive McLean, VA 22101 Phone: 703-556-9222 FAX: 703-556-8729 Email: info@pedsendo.org
DePuy Spine Research Grant
This grant is being offered this year thanks to the generosity of DePuy Spine. The grant will be for $25,000 for one year. Proposals should be related to spinal deformity and also relevant to the mission of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA). Budget may not include money used to procure human anatomic specimens or other human tissue. In addition the Principal Investigator must be a POSNA member or demonstrate close affiliation with a POSNA member on the proposed project. Application deadline is October 19.
Applications will be adjudicated by the POSNA Research Committee.
You can contact the POSNA office at (847)698-1692 or e-mail at posna@aaos.org
Angela S. M. Kuo Memorial Award
An award of $30,000 is to be given to an outstanding young researcher, who is an active member of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) and to provide funds to help promote a long-term research career for that individual. Applicants should be 45 years of age or younger; and have been in independent practice not longer than twelve years.
The award recipient will be selected based on the applicant's past research accomplishments, future research potential, and on the ability of a submitted research proposal to help the applicant's research career. A letter of support from a POSNA member (other than the applicant) is required with the application. Applications are due October 19 and will be adjudicated by the POSNA Research Committee.
Applicants may apply for both the POSNA Research Award and the Kuo Award but must complete both applications
St. Giles Young Investigator Award
An award of $10,000 is to be given to a candidate member or an active member who has been a Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) member for five years or less. Award is to be used for educational research endeavors. Monies may include travel to centers of excellence to learn new techniques and skills. Application deadline is October 19.
Application Process
Applicants should submit a letter of application indicating the planned use of the funds if the application is successful and accompany the letter of application with their curriculum vitae. Please submit your letter and CV by email to posna@aaos.org.
If the award is to be used for travel, applicant must clearly demonstrate the importance of the proposed travel in advancing their career.
The award is to be made on an annual basis and is non-renewable.
The applicant can be a candidate member or an active member who has been a POSNA member for five years or less. POSNA members who have been a member for over five years are not eligible for the St. Giles Young Investigator Award.
Applications will be adjudicated by the POSNA Research Committee. Applicants may apply for other awards simultaneously, but must complete each individual application.
You can contact the POSNA office at (847)698-1692 or e-mail at posna@aaos.org.
Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America Research Award
A broad range of research areas will be considered for the POSNA Research Award, including patient based studies, basic science research, and multi-center or society wide projects. Pilot projects, research with pre-existing funding that may need supplemental support, as well as complete research proposals will be considered for funding. Research grant budgets should be detailed for one year and range from $1,000 to $30,000. Grants will be awarded based on an assessment of the scientific quality, importance of the research to the mission of POSNA, and ability of the work to help in the establishment of new areas of research, or new researchers from within the POSNA membership.
Applications are due October 19 and will be adjudicated by the POSNA Research Committee.
Applicants may apply for both the POSNA Research Award and the Kuo Award but must complete both applications.
Arthur H. Huene Memorial Award for Excellence and Promise in Pediatric Orthopaedics
The Arthur H. Huene Memorial Award for Excellence and Promise in Pediatric Orthopaedics will be presented by the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America under the sponsorship of the St. Giles Foundation. Through the generosity of the St. Giles Foundation and the Huene family, the award will be $30,000. Although past accomplishments is one of the criteria, the monetary award is intended to be applied to, and the primary criteria for adjudication is, a research project of high quality and potential impact in the field of pediatric orthopaedics. The deadline for applications is October 19.
1. Applicants should submit:
a current curriculum vitae. a one page description of past research accomplishments. a completed grant application. a timeline for completion of the project.
2. NOTE: The Principal Investigator or the Co-Principal Investigator must be a member of POSNA.
3. Applications will be adjudicated by the POSNA research committee.
Call for Applications: Clinical Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship at the University of Toledo
In an effort to recruit top caliber students, the College of Medicine Admissions Office offers the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship for pre-medical students. The purpose of the program is to introduce undergraduate students to scientific research as a means of encouraging them to consider a career in medicine. The goal of the program is to foster relationships between individual pre-medical students and faculty members, pre-medical students and The University of Toledo, and undergraduate institutions and UT.
The program is an important component of UT's diversity initiative and is open to all students.
Underrepresented minority students, students from disadvantaged backgrounds, and women are strongly encouraged to apply. The University of Toledo believes that obtaining the benefits that flow from a diverse student body is a compelling interest for our institution. A diverse student body is important in promoting cross-cultural understanding, helps to break down stereotypes, promotes a richer classroom learning environment, and helps to develop a diverse, integrated student body that promotes leadership.
A limited number of openings are now available for the summer of 2012 on a competitive basis. Each accepted student will receive $3,500 for a 10-week period of full-time research beginning June 4 - August 10, 2012. Applications are due by March 9, 2012 with all applicants being notified of their acceptance status no later than March 30, 2012. Opportunities for research in the areas of cardiovascular medicine, gerontology, neurology, HIV, endocrinology, orthopedic surgery, and pediatrics may be available. Transcript & two recommendation letters should also be sent to: SURF, Attn: Marianne Pohlman, University of Toledo, 3000 Arlington Avenue, Mailstop 1010, Toledo, OH 43614-5805 by the deadline.
Information may be obtained from the office of the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship by email at SURF@utoledo.edu or by phone at 419 383-4117. Please specify the research program of interest on your application (basic or clinical). For students in need of housing, please contact Mark Brooks via email or by phone at 419 530-8404.
Request for Manuscripts for Consideration for the Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research Student Prize Paper Award
Deadline: March 2, 2012
The Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research (SPER) requests manuscript for consideration for the annual Student Prize Paper Award. This competition is open to graduate and medical students, postdoctoral fellows, medical residents, research trainees, and clinical fellows interested in reproductive, perinatal, and pediatric epidemiology. The winner of the award will present the selected paper at the SPER Annual Meeting.
An award of $500 plus expenses for travel, two days lodging, and SPER Annual Meeting registration will be given to the author of the selected paper. The paper should represent work in reproductive, perinatal, or pediatric epidemiology conducted as a student or trainee during the two years prior to the upcoming meeting. The paper must be written by the student/trainee and must be unpublished at the time of the meeting. The submitted manuscript should be prepared according to the Author Guidelines in the journal Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology.
The author may submit the paper simultaneously to the Abraham Lilienfeld Student Prize Paper competition of the Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER); however, if the paper is selected for that award, it will not be eligible for the SPER award. Authors do not have to be members of SPER to apply.
Please note: Applicants must also submit the abstract of their paper via the regular Annual Meeting call for abstracts to ensure consideration for the program should their manuscript not be selected for the award.
To apply for this award, please submit the following materials in electronic format to the Society’s Secretary by March 2, 2012:
1. A cover letter indicating the name of the student or trainee, the title of the paper, academic affiliation and name of the mentor. 2. Manuscript in PPE format 3. Letter of support from mentor under whom the work was completed indicating student or trainee’s specific contribution
Request for Submissions: Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research Heinz Berendes International Travel Award
The Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research (SPER) requests submissions of manuscripts for the Heinz Berendes International Travel Award. The manuscript should represent work in reproductive, perinatal, or pediatric epidemiology, and research that concerns populations in developing countries is encouraged.
To be eligible for this award, the applicant SHOULD HAVE COMPLETED THIS WORK OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA, AND SHOULD NOT HAVE RESIDED IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA. The paper must be unpublished at the time of submission. Authors do not have to be SPER members to apply for the award but are asked to join SPER if selected for presentation. The winner will present the selected paper at the SPER Annual Meeting.
An award of $250 plus expenses for travel, 2 days lodging, and SPER Annual Meeting registration will be given to the author of the paper selected by the International Travel Award Committee. The submitted manuscript should be prepared according to the Author Guidelines in the journal Paediatric and Perinatal Epidemiology. You will also be asked to provide the name and address of your academic affiliation or research establishment and your country of residence in the previous six months.
A cover letter indicating the name of the applicant, title of the paper, academic affiliation or research establishment, and country of residence for the previous six months. Manuscript in PPE format
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