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Pilot Research Grant Program

Monday, February 01, 2010 -- The Center for Hospice, Palliative Care and End-of-Life Studies at the University of South Florida has a limited amount of funds available to sponsor pilot research concerned with palliative care and end-of-life issues. Funding: $5,000 to $10,000 Sponsor: Center for Hospice, Palliative Care and End-of-Life Studies University of South Florida

All Center members, University of South Florida faculty and graduate students (with support and supervision of a faculty member), and others involved in end-of-life or palliative care are eligible to apply. Applicants should be aware that individuals from diverse backgrounds may review their proposals, therefore, clarity and completeness are essential. At the completion of the grant year, awardees will be expected to provide a written report, and will be invited to present their research findings at a monthly Center meeting.


Please note that the application deadline is February 1, 2010. (Applications are due by 5:00 PM Eastern Time. (Note: If the 1st falls on a weekend, applications will be due the following business day at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.) Successful applicants will be notified approximately 6-8 weeks after the submission deadline. Funding typically begins at the beginning of the semester. For beginning researchers, consultation with experienced faculty prior to the deadline is available. If interested in consultation, please contact Lourdes Rodriguez as directed. Application forms can be obtained by contacting Lourdes Rodriguez at (813) 974-2460, or via email at palliate@health.usf.edu or you may download the application and guidelines on the Center’s website at www.eolcenter@usf.edu



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