Requests for Proposals

Julius B. Richmond new investigator grants
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Julius B. Richmond Center is accepting preliminary proposals for its New Investigator Grant Program. This program is designed to stimulate the involvement of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists in innovative research to protect children from exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke. The New Investigator program provides one-year grants of up to $12,000 to new faculty, fellows and residents to conduct research related to children and secondhand smoke. Projects must be consistent with the goals of the Richmond Center and preference is given to studies with the potential to lead to future research. The number of awards depends on the funds available and the size of grants funded. Preliminary proposals are due January 18, 2013. Click here to read more about the application process and apply.

2013 CATCH Planning, Implementation, and Resident Grants
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) program supports pediatricians in developing and implementing a community-based child health initiative. Grants, ranging from $3,000 to $12,000, are awarded each year to pediatricians who want to initiate and develop a pilot project that addresses the local needs of children in the community. The AAP Julius B. Richmond Center of Excellence funds CATCH projects that address eliminating children's exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke. Applications are now being accepted for Implementation and Resident grants. Click here for more information, and to apply. Proposals are due January 31, 2013.

2013 Visiting Lectureship Program
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Julius B. Richmond Center is accepting proposals for its Visiting Lectureship Program. This program provides awards of up to $3,000 to support two-day customized educational programs focused on controlling tobacco smoke exposure, which adversely impacts the health of children and families. This program is designed to promote the elimination of secondhand smoke exposure and to integrate tobacco prevention and control activities into educational institutions, health departments, and medical centers as well as state and national pediatric organizations. The AAP Julius B. Richmond Visiting Lectureship Program is funded by the Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute (FAMRI), with additional support from the American Legacy Foundation. The deadline for proposals is February 8, 2013 at 5:00pm ET.  Click here for more information and to apply.

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