Funding/Training Opportunities

May 112012

(1) “Mentored Career Award for Faculty at Institutions That Promote Diversity (K01)”, RFA-HL-13-018. Details regarding this RFA are available at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-13-018.html.

(2) “T32 Training Program for Institutions That Promote Diversity (T32)”, RFA-HL-13-021. Details regarding this RFA are available at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-13-021.html.

(3) “Mentored Career Development Award to Promote Faculty Diversity/Re-Entry in Biomedical Research (K01)”, RFA-HL-13-019. Details regarding this RFA are available at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-13-019.html.

(4) “Short-Term Research Education Program to Increase Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25)”, RFA-HL-13-020. Details regarding this RFA are available at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-13-020.html. For the R25 RFA we have “Suggested Tabular Formats for the Required Data” which are available at: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/funding/training/redbook/r25/r25-reqdata.htm.

ASHG/NHGRI Fellowship

Apr 192012

We are currently accepting applications for the very highly regarded and competitive Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship. This unique program is based on a strong and enduring partnership between ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute at NIH. This mentored opportunity will help individuals establish an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy processes and develop an important network of science and public policy colleagues.

The Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship is a program designed for genetics professionals with an advanced degree who are early in their careers and interested in the development and implementation of genetics health and research policies at the national level. The fellow will have the opportunity to participate in policy analysis at the NHGRI and the ASHG and to work directly with the U.S. Congress. The Fellowship is 16 months starting in September 2012 and continuing through December 2013. Three rotations will include: Policy and Program Analysis Branch, Office of the Director, at NHGRI; Congressional office and/or Committee involved in genetics-related public policy issues; and work with the administration of ASHG and FASEB colleagues regarding legislative and policy issues.

Exceptional applicants with other advanced degrees and clearly demonstrated experience-based knowledge in science policy could be considered. Completed applications must be received by April 23, 2012. For additional information and application materials, please visit http://www.ashg.org/pages/education_fellowship.shtml

Joann Boughman, PhD
Executive Vice President, ASHG

Funding Opportunities

Apr 062012

* Short-Term Research Education Program to Increase Diversity in Health-Related Research (R25)
(RFA-HL-13-020)<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-HL-13-020.html>
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Application Receipt Date(s): July 9, 2012; February 7, 2013; February 7, 2014

Research Supplements to Promote Diversity in Health-Related Research (Admin Supp)
(PA-12-149)<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-12-149.html>
National Institutes of Health

Research Supplements to Promote Re-Entry into Biomedical and Behavioral Research Careers
(Admin Supp)
(PA-12-150)<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PA-12-150.html>

* NINDS Faculty Development Award to Promote Diversity in Neuroscience Research (K01)
(PAR-12-152)<http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-12-152.html>
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Application Receipt/Submission Date(s): Multiple dates, see announcement.

K08 and K99 Cardiovascular Training: Comparisons and Trends Among Current Awardees

Mar 302012

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How to Obtain an NHLBI-Sponsored K08 and K99/R00 Grant in the Current Funding Climate

Mar 302012

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What to Say—and Not Say—to Program Officers

Mar 302012

March 28, 2012

What to Say—and Not Say—to Program Officers

Careers First Person Illustration #2

Brian Taylor

By Michael J. Spires

Members of the program staff at the National Science Foundation routinely advise investigators and administrators to “call early, call often.” Those of us who are research administrators (deans, directors, department chairs, and others) often encourage researchers to contact a program staff member for help. So why don’t they?

After more than five years in research administration, I can tell you that most scholars and researchers would rather undergo a root canal without anesthesia than call a program officer. And my experience is borne out by other professional colleagues who have encountered the same resistance.

When scholars are asked to contact a program officer, their responses are usually variations on two basic themes: “Won’t I look stupid?” and “Won’t they turn down my proposal?”

To be fair, neither of those questions is as naïve as it might appear; neither is the underlying fear entirely unwarranted. After all, grant agencies have the cash that drives much of the research enterprise these days (money that, in turn, helps keep the doors of many colleges, universities, and nonprofit research organizations open), and their institutional memory can be very long indeed.

In an attempt to reduce that natural anxiety, I have a few simple suggestions to offer. In fact, those same principles will also work when faculty members need to communicate with staff members in the university’s sponsored-research office, with grants accountants, and in many other professional situations. My suggestions are based on my own experiences and many conversations with other research administrators and with program officers.

Continue reading …
http://chronicle.com/article/What-to-Say-and-Not-Say-to/131282/

SACNAS 2012 Summer Leadership Institute

Mar 232012

Obesity Society 2012 Grants Program Announcement

Mar 162012

2012 Grants Program – Call for Letters of Intent

The Obesity Society’s Grants Program demonstrates our commitment to promote, reward, and encourage research in the field of obesity. Members of The Obesity Society are encouraged to apply by sending in their Letters of Intent by the deadline of April 16, 2012.

The Obesity Society is pleased to announce the following grant opportunities for 2012: two Early-Career Research Grants for up to $25,000 each; and one Nutrisystem, Inc. Research Grant for up to $40,000. Below are descriptions of each grant opportunity along with the instructions on how to apply.

2012 Early-Career Research Grants

Early-Career Research Grants

This program (formerly, New Investigator Research Grants) is offered by The Obesity Society, as a member service, to foster and stimulate new research ideas in any area of investigation related to obesity. The program targets junior-level investigators and postdoctoral trainees by funding proposals that demonstrate a high likelihood of resulting in new and innovative approaches in obesity research. Early-Career investigators are defined as individuals who have received a PhD within the past five years or MD within the past eight years and who currently hold full-time, entry-level positions (e.g., post-doctoral fellow, instructor, assistant professor) at an established academic/research institution. Applicants may request up to $25,000. Applications (Letters of Intent) are due April 16, 2012, with funding available September 4, 2012. The award may be expended over a period of up to one year.

Please click here for additional information and instructions on how to apply for the 2012 Early-Career Research Grants.

2012 Nutrisystem, Inc. Research Grant

Nutrisystem, Inc. Research Grant

Nutrisystem, Inc. is a leading provider of structured meal programs for weight loss and weight maintenance in the U.S. and Canada. The company is pleased to announce its third annual grant opportunity through The Obesity Society, for investigators interested in performing a clinical study using one of its weight management programs. An award of $40,000, plus any required quantity of program meals, will be issued to the proposal chosen by TOS’ Scientific Review Committee. Applications (Letters of Intent) are due April 16, 2012, with funding available September 4, 2012. The award may be expended over a period of up to one year.

About the Nutrisystem^® Weight Management Programs

The Nutrisystem^® weight loss program provides home delivery of shelf stable or frozen meal entrées, snacks and desserts which, when complemented with grocery items including fruits, vegetables and low fat dairy items, result in structured meal plans which are hypo-caloric, portion controlled, low glycemic index, and consistent with national guidelines for nutrient delivery. Plans are broadly tailored to the needs of the population subgroups including men, women, type 2 diabetics, vegetarians, and seniors, and can be further customized by the consumer in consultation with nutrition counselors by phone or online. Educational support and tools (for nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral skills) are offered via the web and in print, and there is an online community. Transition programs are available during weight loss and maintenance to help consumers maintain a healthy pattern of eating while decreasing dependence on the full structured program. Nutrisystem does not offer programs for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding infants less than 6 months old, or persons with certain medical conditions or allergies. Nutrisystem also does not offer programs to persons under 18 years of age, however the company can support research proposals with a tailored meal plan for adolescents age 14-17.Further information about the programs may be found at www.nutrisystem.com/hcp.

Please click here for additional information and instructions on how to apply for the 2012 Nutrisystem, Inc. Research Grant.

Call for applications for the ASHG/NHGRI Fellowship

Mar 152012

The American Society of Human Genetics is currently accepting applications for the very highly regarded and competitive Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship. This unique program is based on a strong and enduring partnership between ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute at NIH. This mentored opportunity will help individuals establish an in-depth understanding of legislative and policy processes and develop an important network of science and public policy colleagues.

2012 NIH Summer Institute on
Social and Behavioral Intervention Research

Mar 052012

The NIH Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR) and sponsoring NIH Institutes and Centers are pleased to announce the 2012 NIH Summer Institute on Social and Behavioral Intervention Research.

Application Deadline:
11:59 PM Eastern, Friday, April 27, 2012
Institute website:
http://conferences.thehillgroup.com/obssrinstitutes/si2012/index.html
Date
July 9-13, 2012
Location
Columbia University School of Social Work
1255 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10027
Course Objectives
The NIH Summer Institute will address essential conceptual, methodological, and practical issues involved in planning and carrying out research on the impact of behavioral and social interventions on health outcomes, health behavior, and treatment. Such interventions are relevant to NIH public health goals of preventing morbidity and mortality and promoting health and well-being for persons with medical and behavioral disorders and conditions.
The Institute is intended for junior investigators who have COMPLETED THEIR DOCTORATE and who plan to develop NIH grant applications for research in this area. Faculty (mentors) will include established investigators from relevant fields.
Major Topics

Overview of conceptualizing, designing, and testing behavioral/social interventions

Use of empirical evidence, theory and clinical practice in formulating study aims and hypotheses

Designing, testing and adapting behavioral and social interventions for diverse populations

Finding the appropriate mechanism (i.e., R03, R21, R34, or R01) to support the research

Measurement–selecting measures, assessing validity and reliability; measurement models and conceptual models

Planning the data analysis – statistical power, mixed effects linear model, latent mixture model, moderator/mediator models, and related issues

Critical issues in implementing the study: eligibility, recruitment, enrollment, intervention fidelity, intervention and assessment adherence, and the organizational structure

Participants will be requested to prepare draft outlines of different sections of the proposal (i.e., aims, significance, innovation, approach and analysis) for a NIH grant application during the training. These drafts will be critiqued in small group sessions followed by a debriefing with the entire group. The small groups will be guided by a faculty mentor. The debriefing sessions will entail presenting a summary report of the small group meetings and a list of questions, issues and concerns that emerge from the small groups.

Background

In May 2003, the National Institutes of Health developed the first trans-institute plan for social work research. This document, dubbed the NIH Plan for Social Work Research, made a series of recommendations to further enhance this area of research in the extramural program. One of the proposed initiatives was for NIH to conduct a Summer Institute on Social Work Research. This initiative would focus in 2004 on qualitative and mixed research methods and in 2005 on behavioral and social intervention research—these methodologies are frequently mentioned research infrastructure and training needs in this field.

Specifically, the NIH plan proposed to:

Develop and implement an NIH Summer Institute on Social Work Research offering new researchers intensive exposure to issues and challenges in the field of social work research. The program of the Summer Institute would include lectures, seminars, and small group discussions in research design relative to social work as it relates to health, discussion sessions on methodological approaches and interventions, and consultation on the development of research interests and advice on preparing and submitting research grant applications to the NIH.

For additional details and application requirements, please visit: http://conferences.thehillgroup.com/obssrinstitutes/si2012/index.html
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