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| A newsletter for research & medical education | February 2010 |
ANNOUNCEMENTS Harvard Global Health Effectiveness Program The Global Effectiveness Program, co-sponsored by Harvard School of Public Health and Harvard Medical School, will be held July 1-23, 2010 in Boston. This novel program trains public health leaders, students and physicians through a curriculum of epidemiology, management science and global health delivery case teaching.
Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to global health and experience in global health organizations, with a background in health care or a related field. International students are encouraged to apply. Tuition and fees for the above courses will total approximately $4,400. Applications and supporting documents must be received by February 15, 2010. Visit the Global Health Effectiveness Program website or contact ghe@globalhealthdelivery.org for more information.  Natalie V. Zucker Research Center for Women Scholars Application Deadline is March 16 Established through the generosity of Mrs. Natalie V. Zucker, the Center is devoted to furthering the research careers of women basic and clinical scientists at Tufts University School of Medicine and Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences. A total of $30,000 will be awarded by the Center this year. Women who are junior faculty at TUSM/Sackler or the major affiliated hospitals (up to and inclusive of the rank of Assistant Professor) or postgraduate fellows at TUSM/Sackler engaged in basic or clinical research are eligible.The applicant's mentor or Department Chair must support her request.
For additional information and application forms, go to http://www.tufts.edu/med/research/faculty/zucker.html Research Mentors Sought for the Summer Student Scholar Program at Baystate Medical Center Applications Due March 19 The Summer Student Scholar Program offers faculty with research in medical, biomedical, public health, or behavioral health research opportunities to serve as mentors for students who are exploring the potential of medical and research careers. It is sponsored by Baystate Medical Center and the University of Massachusetts Amherst through the Collaborative Biomedical Research (CBR) program. 10-Week Program Matches Research Interests of Mentors and Students The Summer Student Scholar Program offers students the opportunity to be mentored by a full-time faculty member of Tufts University School of Medicine or the University of Massachusetts Amherst while participating in medical research that is designed for them but is part of their mentor's larger project. The program runs from May 31– August 6, 2010. The CBR provides a $3,500 stipend and a seminar series on research methodologies. Students present their research hypotheses and specific aims at the end of the first week and their results at the conclusion of the program to students, faculty, and mentors. Several faculty mentors with active research projects that could involve a student during the summer are needed. More information is available on the Summer Scholar Program page of the CBR website. If you are interested in being a research mentor for this program, please complete and submit the online application form. You may also contact Aryn Breveleri (Aryn Breveleri@baystatehealth.org or 794-1117). Applications for 2010 Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning with Technology Due March 19 Course Will Be Held May 25 - 28 This year’s Institute, "Innovative Course Design: Using Technology to Enhance Teaching and Facilitate Learning" will focus on a model for designing innovative courses through the use of technology. Participants will work in teams on creating integrative course designs through a multi-step process of defining instructional goals, aligning feedback and assessment mechanisms, identifying related teaching and learning activities, and selecting appropriate technologies to support their designs. Download application at: https://wikis.uit.tufts.edu/confluence/x/YKf9AQ For more information, contact Rebecca Sholes at rebecca.sholes@tufts.edu Nominations for the Annual Award for Outstanding Achievements in Clinical Research Due April 16, 2010 Research Assistants, Regulatory Specialists, Coordinators and Managers Are Eligible The Award for Outstanding Achievements in Clinical Research recognizes the outstanding contribution of a research staff member to either the conduct of clinical research within Baystate (systems contribution) or to the field (regional or national recognition). It is awarded to a research staff member who not only excels at his or her own job performance, but makes a larger contribution to research by either recognizing and taking action to solve systems issues that impact the conduct of clinical research at Baystate or by demonstrating their knowledge, leadership, and skills at a regional or national level. Nominating Process Submit nominations for this award by April 16, 2010 to HRPP Integrity and Education Specialist, Marybeth Kennedy. Nominations should include the name, title, division of the nominee as well as a narrative description of rationale for the nomination. Nominees will be asked to provide a current CV and other background materials as appropriate. Research Week 2010: May 18 - May 21 Abstract Submission Deadline is April 19 Research Week abstracts will only be accepted through the online submission form on eWorkplace. All submissions must have IRB or IACUC approval or exemption. All research conducted at Baystate Medical Center can be submitted for Research Week. However, only residents and fellows are eligible for awards. Awards will be given for:
Poster Requirements Posters must be attached to foam board for display at Research Week. Easels will be available. A good vendor for poster printing is www.postersession.com. Research Week Important Dates
If you have any questions, please contact Aryn Breveleri at 794-1117 or aryn.breveleri@baystatehealth.org Collaborative Biomedical Research (CBR) Program Call for Proposals Due April 19 The Collaborative Biomedical Research Program funds and fosters basic research collaborations between UMass Amherst and Baystate Medical Center. The goal of the CBR Program is to enhance collaborative research between Baystate Medical Center clinicians and the University of Massachusetts Amherst faculty. Eligible research projects must have two Co-Principal Investigators, one each from UMass Amherst and Baystate Medical Center. CBR Research Grants provide initial support for physicians and scientists to collaborate on a biomedical project. The funds are intended to serve as "seed funds" to help the collaborative team develop preliminary data and a track record of collaboration for competitive extramural funding applications. The CBR Program accepts proposals in April for June awards. Visit the CBR site for complete proposal guidelines. Granting Agencies and Grant Search Engines A listing of granting agencies and grant search engines is available for Baystate researchers on eWorkplace. This listing provides information about potential sources of extramural grants to support research. The Grant Search Engines are very useful for researchers to receive regular updates on funding opportunities that are specific to your research interests. |
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