The purpose of interim support is to allow faculty members to maintain research activities during a temporary break in extramural support. The duration of interim support cannot exceed 12 months. Applications will be viewed in terms of their scientific merit and the possibilities for securing extramural funding.
Interim support receives the highest priority among the various types of eligible RCF applications.
Describe the specific aims in each previous competing applications, beginning with the initial applications. Give a concise statement of results obtained for each award period. Give a succinct statement of research aims to be accomplished during the interim period requested. Responses to the criticisms on the most recent NIH or NSF Summary Statement should be included in this section. When circumstances require RCF interim funding, support for the applicant's research program should be a shared responsibility between the faculty member, his or her department, and The College of Medicine.