Fulbright seeks good teachers as well as active researchers. Single deadline exists for grants to all world areas. Awards may be used for salaries, employee benefits, research assistantships, computer time, supplies and equipment, field work, and secretarial and technical help. In FY 99, ACF is supporting University-Head Start Partnerships and the Head Start Research Scholars Program for the support of doctoral candidates. Areas of interest are the influence of culture on infant and toddler development, the promotion of mental health within Head Start, and the development of low-income children.
Emphasis is on broad, innovative and forward-thinking projects with national scope.
Feedback will be given if the proposal is received one month before deadline. Kathryn Carey, Manager 1919 Torrance Blvd., Bldg. Universities may subcontract. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Food and Drug Administration accept proposals on December 15 only. Women and minority-owned businesses are encouraged to apply.