This offering will increase the supply of investigators and leaders trained in biomedical computing who are prepared to address information management issues in healthcare areas. These areas include health care delivery, basic biomedical research, clinical and health services research, public health, and professional education. Only domestic, nonprofit, private, and public institutions with strong research programs may apply for grants. A letter of intent is due May 25, 2001. In return, recipients must agree to serve on the faculty of an accredited health professions institution for a minimum of two years.
Awards vary by individual and discipline.
Qualified applicants include those who currently hold or are about to accept a faculty position at an accredited health professions school, come from a disadvantaged background, and are currently repaying student loans acquired while obtaining a health profession degree. Applications are due by May 31, 2001. All non-profit organizations, including universities, healthcare delivery systems, clinics, and federal, state, and local government agencies are eligible. There will be a workshop on March 16 to prepare persons interested in the application process. The Health Resources and Services Administration announces the availability of grant monies to assist communities in delivering quality health care for uninsured and underinsured people.