One of the research components goals is to facilitate the recruitment of women and minorities in research studies. To help reach this goal we disseminate information and opportunities to participate in research studies at community outreach events, on the Powell Center website and in the Powell Center newsletters. If you would like your study to be posted on our website, newsletters or disseminated at community outreach events contact Autumn Rydberg at wmhealth@umn.edu.
The Consortium on Law and Values in Health, Environment & the Life Sciences
The Consortium on Law and Values in Health, Environment & the Life Sciences is pleased to announce 2 funding opportunities: one for faculty and one for graduate and professional students. This funding initiative aims to encourage work on the broad societal implications of problems in health, environment, or the life sciences. The Consortium currently links 18 University programs and centers to examine the legal, ethical, and policy questions raised by the life sciences.
1. Request for Proposals (RFP) from GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL STUDENTS to Provide Support for Summer 2008 or academic year 2008-09 (deadline 2/19/08);
2. Request for Proposals (RFP) from FACULTY to Fund Interdisciplinary Research, Projects, Colloquia, or Curricular Innovation on Health, Environment, or the Life Sciences in Summer 2008 or academic year 2008-09 (deadline 2/5/08).
MORE INFO: Please contact Audrey Boyle at boyle032@umn.edu or 612.626.5624.
The Requests for Proposals (RFPs) may be found at http://www.lifesci.consortium.umn.edu/rfps/
Nursing Excellence Fellowships
The purpose of the National Hemophilia Foundation Nursing Excellence Fellowship is to provide support for a registered nurse currently employed or interested in hemophilia care to conduct nursing research or clinical projects. Endorsement by a federally funded hemophilia treatment center is recommended.
Current topics of interest include, but are not limited to,
- the development of clinical pathways;
- measurable outcomes in bleeding disorders care;
- service utilization;
- epidemiology; and
- patient and community education tools.
Other topics include rehabilitation, therapeutic modalities, psychosocial issues, women's health in bleeding disorders, liver disease in patients with bleeding disorders, and HIV/AIDS. The objectives of the fellowship are to improve the delivery of care and expand the knowledge of nursing science surrounding bleeding disorders.
DEADLINE: February 23, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (800) 424-2634, ext. 3475 or visit http://www.hemophilia.org/NHFWeb/MainPgs/MainNHF.aspx?menuid=75&contentid=57&rptname=research
Translational Research Program
The Translational Research Program was established to encourage and provide support for new and novel clinical research. The goal of the program is to accelerate transfer of findings from the laboratory to clinical application. The program's purpose is to fund research that shows high promise for translating basic biomedical knowledge to prevention or new treatments and, ultimately, to prolong and enhance life. A principal intent of the program is to permit the acquisition of sufficient data to apply to an appropriate agency or sponsor for sustained support.
DEADLINE: March 1, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (914) 821-8843 or visit http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/all_page?item_id=11620
Population and Reproductive Health Grants
In its Population and Reproductive Health grantmaking, the foundation links population stabilization with peace and environment issues, and as such with broader social development and environmental goals. In choosing Population and Reproductive Health as a major area of grantmaking, the foundation recognizes that many complex factors pose a threat to human and ecological security. These factors are closely interrelated and include the status of women and the health and safety of families, as well as the dynamics of population growth, consumption, and technology. The foundation also recognizes that many factors threaten human reproductive health, including toxins in our environment. The focus on Population and Reproductive Health is part of the foundation's commitment to a world that allows for the full richness of human experience, both personal and global. The goals for this program are to achieve a healthy planet, ensure and improving access to family planning and reproductive health services within the United States, and make emergency contraception a widely accepted and available method of family planning in the U.S. and internationally.
DEADLINE: March 7, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (650) 508-1181 or visit http://www.comptonfoundation.org/population.html
2008 NIDA Avant-Garde Award Program for HIV/AIDS Research (DP1)
This award is designed to support individual scientists of exceptional creativity who propose cutting edge - and possibly transformative - approaches to major challenges in biomedical and behavioral research on drug abuse and HIV/AIDS. The term "avant-garde" is used to describe highly innovative approaches that have the potential to produce an unusually high impact. The proposed research should reflect ideas substantially different from those already being pursued by the investigator or others. Biomedical and behavioral research is defined broadly in this announcement as encompassing scientific investigations in the biological, behavioral, clinical, social, physical, chemical, computational, engineering, and mathematical sciences. The award is meant to support individuals who intend to pursue new research directions that are not readily supported by other NIH grant mechanisms. The program is not intended simply to expand the funding of an already supported research project, but rather to support highly creative researchers to pursue innovative concepts.and approaches to research on drug abuse and HIV/AIDS.
DEADLINE: March 26, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (301) 443-6710 or visit http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-DA-08-003.html
Sigma Theta Tau/Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Grant
The purpose of the Sigma Theta Tau/Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC) Grant is to encourage research career development of nurses through support of clinically oriented HIV/AIDS research and increase the number of HIV studies being done by nurses. This includes studies focused on HIV prevention, symptom management, promotion of self-care, and adherence. Proposals for pilot or developmental research may be submitted for the grant.
DEADLINE: April 3, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (888) 634-7575 or visit http://www.nursingsociety.org/Research/SmallGrants/Pages/anac_grant.aspx
McDonnell foundation
The James S. McDonnell Foundation (JSMF) Scholar Awards are designed to support research with a high probability of generating new knowledge and insights. In 2008, Scholar Awards are only available in the Understanding Human Cognition program area. JSMF Scholar Awards support research studying how neural systems are linked to and support cognitive functions and how cognitive systems are related to an organism's (preferably human) observable behavior. Studies with model organisms should justify why such models were selected and how data obtained from models advances understanding of human cognition.
DEADLINE: April 7, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (314) 721-1532 or visit http://www.jsmf.org/apply/scholar/
Lesbian Health Fund (LHF)
The Lesbian Health Fund (LHF), a program of the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA), was established in 1992 to define, study, and educate lesbians and their health care providers about lesbian health issues. LHF's mission is to improve the health of lesbians and their families through investigation and research. Research goals include
- determination of rates and risk factors for cancers and other diseases among lesbians;
- issues of access to medical care for lesbians;
- study of mental health concerns of lesbians and their families;
- definition and investigation of lesbian family issues; and
- methodologic exploration of diversity in the lesbian population.
DEADLINE: May 1, 2008
MORE INFO: Please call (415) 255-4547 or visit http://www.glma.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.viewPage&pageId=594&parentID=534&nodeID=1
For more funding opportunities, please visit www.research.umn.edu
B. UPCOMING CONFERENCES/CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Contraceptive Technology
Covering the most important advances in contraception and women’s health, “Contraceptive Technology” is celebrating its 20th year in 2008. Designed for MDs, RNs, NPs, CNMs, PAs and health educators and chaired by Dr. Robert Hatcher, the conference faculty includes the authors of Contraceptive Technology and other nationally known reproductive health experts. Conference topics include: new and future methods of contraception, sexuality issues, recurrent vaginitis, case studies, menopause management, PCOS, STD treatment, flexible OC management and much more! Four dynamic Preconferences and Special Session IMPLANON™ training.
DATE: March 6th – March 8th, 2008
LOCATION: Boston, MA
MORE INFO: Please visit http://www.contemporaryforums.com
The 3rd World Congress on Women’s Mental Health
The congress will offer an innovative program focussing on the biological, psychological and social impacts on women's mental health - the individual, the family and the global community. Building on the success of previous congresses held in Berlin and Washington, this congress will attract in excess of 1000 delegates including researchers, consumers, carers, psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health nurses, social workers, policy makers, bureaucrats and many other professionals from across the globe! This 4-day program will be full of sensational social events and state of the art presentations on women's mental health.
DATE: March 16th – March 20th, 2008
LOCATION: Port Melbourne, Austrailia
MORE INFO: Please visit www.iawmhcongress2008.com.au
Obesity Treatment and Prevention
Targeted for MDs, NPs, PAs, RNs and Dietitians from family practice, internal medicine, pediatrics and women’s health settings, this national conference, presented in affiliation with the Centers for Obesity Research and Education (CORE), will provide evidence-based, practical information and tools for helping patients take control of food and manage their weight. Interactive, case-based sessions covering office-based assessment of the obese patient, dietary and pharmaceutical therapy, strategies for increasing activity, facilitating behavioral change, working with families, and OTC and herbal products for weight management will be presented by national experts in obesity management. New this year: Special Focus on Pediatric Obesity!
DATE: March 28th – March 29th, 2008
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 28th, 2008
LOCATION: Orlando, FL
MORE INFO: Please visit http://www.contemporaryforums.com
C. PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
MENSTRUAL PHASE AND DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS IN ACUTE SMOKING ABSTINENCE
Female smokers ages 18-40, with or without depression symptoms, are wanted for an outpatient research study of the effects of menstrual cycle on short-term quitting. Participants will be paid. This study will be recruiting for the next three years starting in 2008. For more information call 612-627-4902.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY INTERVENTION FOR SMOKING CESSATION IN WOMEN AGES 50 AND OVER
Female smokers, ages 50 and over are wanted for an outpatient research study of the effect of physical activity on quitting smoking. Participants will be paid. For more information, call 612-741-6426.
NUTRITIONAL INTERVENTION TO PREVENT TYPE I DIABETES - PILOT TRIAL
A study on Nutritional Intervention to Prevent Type 1 Diabetes will help us learn more about a dietary substance called DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Who can Participate? -Pregnant women in their 3rd trimester can enroll if the expected baby has a 1st degree relative with type 1 diabetes. -Newborns up to 5 months old if they have a 1st degree relative with type 1 diabetes. Study Contact: Sarah Peterson 612-625-7931 pete5601@umn.edu
BRAIN CORRELATES OF AFFECT REGULATION IN BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER
The University of Minnesota’s Department of Psychiatry is conducting a brain imaging research study of emotional response to facial expressions in women with borderline personality disorder. The study involves an interview assessment session lasting approximately 3-3.5 hours. An MRI scan will be scheduled on a separate visit. This is NOT a treatment study. Participants must be female, ages 18-45. A phone screen is conducted to determine eligibility. Subjects will receive $25 compensation for each visit. Parking is provided. Contact: Nathalie, 612-626-9520
MANAGE YOUR HEALTH ONE STEP AT A TIME
If you have diabetes mellitus and leg discomfort, you may have peripheral arterial disease. Step forward and learn more about enrolling in a take-charge clinical trial. Funded by American Diabetes Association and conducted by Dr. Tracie Collins, University of Minnesota researcher, the clinical trial involves a self-managed walking program and/or health awareness counseling. Participants commit for 6 months to learn more about the disease, gain risk-factor management skills, and improve diabetes control. Call 612-884-0853 for more information.
CHOLESTEROL MANAGEMENT IN VASCULAR DISEASE
University of Minnesota researchers are seeking participants for a study comparing how two different FDA-approved cholesterol medications may reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, and other heart-related complications in individuals with vascular disease. All participants will receive a medication that targets LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. Half of the participants will also receive a medication that raises HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Study visits are conducted at a St. Paul clinic. You may be eligible if you are 45 years old or older; have a history of vascular disease such as heart attack, stroke, or significantly blocked arteries leading to the heart, brain, or legs; and have low HDL (“good”) cholesterol (approximately 53 mg/dL or less for women and 42 mg/dL or less for men). For more information, please contact Ellen at dodd0039@umn.edu or 651-771-0117, or visit the AIM-HIGH website at http://aimhigh-heart.com.
COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE CAREGIVERS
Are you caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s disease? Would you like more support and information to help you care for your parent? If so, you may eligible for a new study at the University of Minnesota researchers at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing are looking for volunteers for their new study. The goal of this study is to determine if flexible and comprehensive counseling and support can help adult children care for a parent’s Alzheimer’s disease or similar memory disorder. Participating adult children will be randomly assigned to receive the comprehensive counseling support program or usual care. All participants will take part in a series of in-depth interviews with Dr. Gaugler. All participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences about caring for their parents. Interested? Please contact Dr. Joe Gaugler, 612-626-2485 or gaug0015@umn.edu.
LUPUS FATIGUE
Participation in this study involves a donation of a small sample of blood, filling out questionnaires and a brief screening physical exam. If you are interested in participating and/or want to know more information, please call or email the study coordinator Valerie Fernent or 612-626-9038.
VAGINAL YEAST AND BACTERIA
Women between the ages of 18 and 50, are invited to participate in a research study to determine the effect of a new compound on vaginal yeast and bacteria. Participants must have a history of chronic candidiasis or bacterial vaginosis. Upon completion of the study, Participants will receive $150 for their participation. If interested, please contact Kristi or Pat at 626-624-9471.
BRAIN IMAGING FOR LEFT-HANDED FEMALES
The University of Minnesota Medical School is seeking left-handed females ages 29-35 to participate in a brain imaging (MRI) study. Two visits/$25 per visit. Parking is provided or free taxi service. For more information, please call Nathalie at 612-626-9520, reference study #101.
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Research in the School of Nursing and School of Medicine at the University of Minnesota is now focused on discovering future therapies that will slow or halt the progression of this disease.
Participating in this novel research to identify biological determinants of Alzheimer's disease. If you can remember simple things like the day of the week, your birthday, and where you live and you are between the ages of 59 and 87 (with a particular focus on people in their 60s, 70s, and 80s) you may be eligible for participation.
The study will involve a telephone call to determine if you qualify to participate, and one visit, at no cost to you, to answer questions, get a physical exam and have a blood and urine sample collected. Eligible participants will be offered $30 after completion of the study; parking costs in the Fairview parking ramp on Delaware Street will also be reimbursed. For more information, contact Dr. Joe Gaugler, Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing, gaug0015@umn.eduor 612-626-2485
WOMEN IN STEADY EXERCISE RESEARCH (WISER)
The University of Minnesota is inviting WOMEN 18-30 years old to be part of a research project. Volunteers will be randomized to a control group or to an exercise group to do aerobic exercise 5 times weekly for about 15 weeks, where FREE gym membership will be provided for the exercise group and all participants will receive $300 upon completion of the study. Eligibility requirements: non-smoker, sedentary (exercise 2 times per week or less), not currently pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant between now and the next 6 months, you are a moderate alcohol drinker (7 or fewer drinks/week), and you have not used birth control pills in the past 3 months. If you are interested in being part of the study or need more information, go to www.wiserwomen.umn.edu.
ANOREXIA NERVOSA DIARY STUDY
Female volunteers ages 18 and older with symptoms of Anorexia Nervosa are needed for a study at the University of Minnesota. This is not a treatment study. Compensation up to $200. For more information please call Nora Sandager/Recruitment line 612-627-1993 or email sand0692@umn.edu.
EATING DISORDER RESEARCH STUDY
Women ages 18 and older who struggle with binge eating and purging are needed for a research study providing free therapy. For more information about this University of Minnesota Study, please call 612-627-1991.
DIETARY FAT STUDY
Healthy postmenopausal women needed for a long term feeding study of the effect of dietary fat and fatty acids on breast cancer risk reduction. All food will be provided for 3 eight-week periods. Periodic blood and urine samples will be collected. Subjects must be female, ages 45-70, who are not taking fish oil or flax supplements or any prescription medications. Contact: 612-626-5159
METASTATIC BREAST CANCER
The Ribbon 1 Study is seeking approximately 1000 patients over age 18 with metastatic breast cancer who have not previously received chemotherapy for this disease. Individuals who have received chemotherapy prior to being diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer may be eligible for the study as long as they have not been treated with chemotherapy since that diagnosis of metastatic breast cancer. The study will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of bevacizumab, an investigational compound, when combined with chemotherapy, compared to chemotherapy alone, in individuals who have not been previously treated with chemotherapy for metastatic breast cancer. Contact: Fairview Clinical Trials Services by phone at (612) 672-5233 or email pbragdo1@fairview.org.
For more information on clinical trials, please visit:
www.ahc.umn.edu/trials or www.fairview.org/Research/
TRANSLATING RESEARCH INTO PRACTICE
The National Center of Excellence at Virginia Commonwealth University is delighted to announce that, as a result of an AHRQ grant, the 22 presentations from the recent "Women's Health 2006: Translating Research into Practice" program are on line and available for educational purposes, accompanied by audio of the live lectures. We encourage you to help disseminate these fascinating evidence-based lectures to faculty, staff and students, as well as to community practitioners.
Please go to: www.womenshealth.vcu.edu/wh2006lectures.
METHODS IN COMMUNITY-BASED PARTICIPATORY RESEARCH FOR HEALTH
Announcing the publication of “Methods in Community-Based Participatory Research for Health” Edited by Barbara A. Israel, Eugenia Eng, Amy J. Schulz, Edith A. Parker. Written by distinguished experts in the field, this book shows how researchers, practitioners, and community partners can work together to establish and maintain equitable partnerships using a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach to increase knowledge and improve health and well-being of the communities involved. What distinguishes CBPR from other approaches to research is the active engagement of all partners in the process. This book provides a comprehensive and thorough presentation of CBPR study designs, specific data collection and analysis methods, and innovative partnership structures and process methods. This book informs students, practitioners, researchers, and community members about methods and applications needed to conduct CBPR in the widest range of research areas, including social determinants of health, health disparities, health promotion, community interventions, disease management, health services, and environmental health. For order information, please visit
http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/josseybass.html.
OFFICE ON WOMEN’S HEALTH FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
The Office on Women’s Health and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has many funding programs available in women’s health research. Please visit http://www.4woman.gov/fund/ for more information.
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
The University's Graduate School provides grants to support new exploratory initiatives in interdisciplinary research, scholarly, and creative activities. Applications are accepted throughout the year. For more information, go to http://www.grad.umn.edu/faculty-staff/funding. The Graduate School also provides support for the development of intercollegiate research proposals and networks. For details, go http://www.grad.umn.edu/faculty-staff/funding/ovpr/intercollegiate.html.
NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF HEALTH (NIH) – OFFICE OF RESEARCH ON WOMEN’S HEALTH
The National Institute of Health (NIH) Office of Research on Women’s Health offers information on research grants and upcoming events related to women’s health. You can find more specific information on their website at http://www4.od.nih.gov/orwh/index.html.
We welcome any input or suggestions you may have on how to make this resource most useful to you. Please feel free to contact the Powell Center for Women’s Health at wmhealth@umn.edu or 612-626-1125. If you would like to receive future newsletters, please email us.
