Sigma Theta Tau International/Rosemary Berkel Crisp Research Award Purpose To support nursing research in the critical areas of women's health, oncology, and pediatrics. Research Funding The allocation of funds is based upon a research project that is ready for implementation in the area of women's health, oncology, or pediatrics; the quality of the proposed research, future potential of the application, appropriateness of the research budget, and feasibility of time frame. Funds provided by interest from a gift from The Harry L. Crisp, II and Rosemary Berkel Crisp Foundation to the honor society's Research Endowment. Funds for this grant do not cover expenses incurred prior to the funding date. Eligibility Criteria 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 Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Note: Some preference will be given to applicants residing in Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Grants available: 1 per year Funding: $5,000 (max) Deadline: December 2008 Funding date: June, 2009
Contact Information Research Services Sigma Theta Tau International Phone: 888.634.7575 (US/Canada) or +1.317.634.8171(international) Fax: +1.317.634.8188 How to Apply: All applications must be submitted via the online submission system. A link to the online submission system will be available in August 2008.
