Guidelines for Chapter Research Grants

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1. Purpose of the Fund
   1. The purpose of the fund is to encourage research by qualified nurses and/or nursing students who are learning to conduct research to advance knowledge in the area of nursing science.
2. Criteria for Awarding Grants
   1. Applicant Criteria
      1. Hold formal preparation in the conduct of nursing research, and
      2. Baccalaureate or higher degree in nursing, or
      3. Nursing students enrolled in a higher degree program in nursing with direct supervision of a quality teacher meeting applicant criteria "1" or "2". (Applicant submits supervisor's CV).
   2. Application
      1. Submit application and a written research proposal according to the guidelines. (Data collection may be in process).
      2. Submit a signed formal agreement for money usage and public report findings.
   3. Preference will be given to Sigma Theta Tau members, other attributes being equal*
   4. Competitive Basis for Fund Allocation
      1. Quality of written proposal.
      2. Contribution of the research proposed to nursing science and public benefit, or research that aids the scientific education of nursing students.
      3. Research proposal budget.
      4. Research fund budget and number of proposals submitted.
3. Grant Allocation
   1. The amount of a grant will be determined by the amount of funds requested, the number of requests, and the available monies in the chapter research fund.
4. Grant Application Deadlines
   1. Grants are awarded annually.
   2. Deadline for application: March 28, 2008

For additional information contact:
Sally Bulla
Research Committee Chair
sbulla@gmu.edu

*No member of the awards, scholarship, research committees or Board of Directors are eligible for funding while in office.

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