2021  Nick Shepel Neuroscience Trainee Travel Award
Application deadline:   Friday, August 20, 2021

Background:  The fund was established by the Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders, St. Boniface Hospital Research Centre, to honor Nick Shepel who was an outstanding researcher, friend and leader.  Nick was a true inspiration to his laboratory partners and brought fire, humor, and a desire to always excel.  His insistence to always try better has had a permanent effect on his lab mates and peers.  Nick led by example and taught that detailed preparation and execution of experiments ensured reliable results.

Purpose:    The purpose of this fund shall be to recognize a young investigator(s) (specifically in the neuroscience area) by providing an annual award(s) to support travel costs associated with the applicant’s attendance at an upcoming national/international conference where the applicant is presenting a poster or oral presentation.  This year, there are up to four awards available with a value ranging $800 to $1,000.

Eligibility:  At the time of application the following conditions are required:

• Students must be registered as a full-time graduate student in the College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba.
• The area of research being presented at the conference must relate to the field of neuroscience.
• A student admitted under the “Provisional Status” may not receive the award during the provisional period.
• Amount of award(s) may vary each year.
• Students must be giving an “IN-PERSON”  poster or oral presentation at an upcoming scientific meeting (national/international).    Virtual attendance does not qualify for award.
• Students who have received this award previously should not apply.

Submission Instructions:  A complete application consists of the following information
  *If your application is not complete, it will not be considered:

• Introductory letter describing meeting, location and date
• Copy of abstract
• Curriculum vitae
• Current GPA, transcripts not needed
• Proposed budget of travel costs
• Submit your completed application materials to:

Paul Fernyhough
Director – Division of Neurodegenerative Disorders
St. Boniface Hospital Research
R4046 – 351 Tache Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6

How to apply for reimbursement:  Reimbursement will be done in accordance with St. Boniface Hospital travel policies.   Request for reimbursement must be done within 2 weeks following travel otherwise eligibility may be voided.    (contact:  Kelly Jorundson  kjorund@sbrc.ca )

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