Epilepsy Canada today announced that it is again accepting submissions to support research trainees in any area of research pertaining to epilepsy. Executive Director Gary Collins says, “With this particular call, we are seeking to fund a post-doctoral researcher and a summer studentship associated with a Canadian university or hospital.” He added research activities must be conducted within Canada to qualify for the funding.
Epilepsy Canada's mission is to support research (in the biomedical, clinical or social sciences) that is focused on improving the lives of people with seizure disorders. The association is very proud of the high quality of young researchers and the research projects it sponsors.
A rigorous grant review process headed by Epilepsy Canada President Dr. W. McIntyre Burnham, is carried out by individuals from the medical and scientific communities across Canada. Mr. Collins says the peer review process ensures that Epilepsy Canada is making the best possible use of research dollars and investing in the most promising research.
Research Fellowships are intended to develop expertise in clinical or basic sciences epilepsy research and improve the quality of care for epilepsy patients in Canada. Each year, funds are available to young Canadian researchers with an M.D. or Ph.D. degree.
Summer student bursaries are intended for third and fourth year undergraduates earning a B.Sc., graduate students in psychology, sociology, biochemistry, and medical students. The purpose of this bursary is to encourage individuals to pursue careers in epilepsy, in research or practice-settings.
Interested parties can submit a proposal via email to Mr. Collins at the following address, garycollins@epilepsy.ca. The deadline for 2013 submissions is June 14. Further details can be obtained by visiting the Epilepsy Canada website www.epilepsy.ca and following the links to 2013 Call for Submissions.
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