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2024 Nick Shepel Neuroscience Trainee Travel Award

Application deadline: MAY 15TH, 2024

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, awards are available with a value of up to $750.

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.

* Number 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 kjorund@sbrc.camailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca

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. For more information please contact: Kelly Jorundson kjorund@sbrc.camailto:kjorund@sbrc.ca

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