The Civitan International Research Center is announcing the availability of trainee travel awards to facilitate presentations at meetings, conferences or symposia related to research and/or clinical activities addressing neurodevelopmental disabilities. Individual awards of up to $1000 will apply toward conference registration fees, airfare, hotel and meals according to UAB travel policy.
Application deadlines will be April 1 and September 1, 2017.
Applications should include the following in a single pdf file:
· a description of the travel opportunity and relationship to the trainee program of study
· a one-page CV from the trainee
· a letter of endorsement from the mentor clearly stating how the student will benefit from participation and also that no other support is available for this travel
· travel budget details
· copy of abstract – include letter of acceptance
The mission of the CIRC is to improve the well-being and the quality of life of individuals and families affected by neurodevelopmental disabilities; to provide interdisciplinary clinical and research training in neurodevelopmental disabilities; to utilize this knowledge to develop and provide high quality exemplary services and programs; and to exchange information in a timely way with consumers, practitioners, scientists, and society.
Submission guidelines:
Title the subject matter: Travel Application "Last name"
Submit to:
Vicki Hixon vhixon@uab.edu