Change in behavior is an important component of several of our campaigns, the examples of these include prevention of smoking during pregnancy, use of folic acid in the pre-conceptional period, and avoidance of alcohol ingestion during pregnancy. Applications are due May 1, 2001. These grants are intended to identify, characterize, and directly measure the effect of the health care work environment on the safety and quality of care provided by health care workers. Of course, if you are still looking for a web site, and can't find it, call Ellen Kent at 974-6622 and she will be happy to find it, to save you time. Applicants must be enrolled for a doctoral degree.
Funding is also available for postdoctoral research.
Applications for funding are due April 1 for Summer semester, November 1 for Spring and July 1 for Fall. Two awards are given each semester. Decisions regarding funding are made by the LACS Awards Committee.