2009 Partner in Research |
| The Foundation thanks our 2009 Partners in Research, who help make our work possible. This month we recognize Tri W-G for their continued generosity and support of the Foundation.
Please keep all of our friends at Tri W-G in your thoughts as they battle floods and other severe weather in North Dakota.
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Greetings!
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Spring brings with it unending possibilities. This month is no exception, as we have much to share with you! We are proud to feature Linda Fetters, PT, PhD, FAPTA as our Researcher of the Month and recognize Tri W-G as our Partner in Research of the Month. There are also tremendous opportunities available for physical therapy research, most notably the new research grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) totalling $8.2 billion.
I'm proud to say the Foundation's own grant program is going strong. We plan to announce another round of grant recipients this summer. Beginning in late April we will begin to accept applications for our next grant cycle. Details will be published in our April newsletter and on our website.
I hope you enjoy this second installment of the Foundation for Physical Therapy's monthly e-newsletter. As always, I invite your feedback. Bob Brennan
Executive Director |
Researcher of the Month
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Linda Fetters, PT, PhD, FAPTA
This month we celebrate another researcher whose career was launched with funding from the Foundation. We are proud to feature Linda Fetters, PT, PhD, FAPTA, who has dedicated her career to improving movement in infants with cerebral palsy and other neurological disorders.
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NIH Giving $8.2 Billion in Research Grants!
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| Researchers Benefit from Stimulus Package
The American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) will provide an unprecedented $8.2 billion in extramural funding to the NIH to help stimulate the US economy through the support and advancement of scientific research. While NIH Institutes and Centers have broad flexibility to invest in many types of grant programs, they will follow the spirit of the ARRA by funding projects that will stimulate the economy, create or retain jobs, and have the potential for making scientific progress in 2 years.
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Join the Celebration - Attend our Annual Dinner Dance!
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June 11, 2009
Join the Foundation for Physical Therapy at the annual Dinner Dance for a celebration marking 30 years of physical therapy research! Dinner Dance tickets are now on sale and must be purchased before PT 2009. Tables for 8 are $1,600 and include a listing of your Chapter, Section or company in the dinner program, if purchased by May 5. Individual tickets are $150 ($100 for students). Purchase tickets online or when you register for annual conference at 800/999-2782, ext 3395.
New this year, Georgia State - Marquette Challenge winners will be announced during the reception, sponsored by Preferred Therapy Providers, Inc.
Special thanks to HPSO/CNA, Title Sponsor of the Foundation Dinner Dance for the 9th consecutive year. Click to view sponsorship opportunities. For more information, contact Barbara Malm at 800/875-1378, ext 8502, or barbaramalm@apta.org. |
Calling All Alumni!
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Support Your Alma Mater in the Georgia State - Marquette Challenge!
The Georgia State - Marquette Challenge ends on April 21, 2009. You can support fundraising efforts of students at your alma mater by making a donation in honor of your school's physical therapy program. Complete a donation form and fax or mail your donation by the April 21 deadline. Or, call 800/875-1378 to make a donation with your credit card. Help your school receive recognition as a supporter of physical therapy research by making a donation today.
Winners will be recognized during the Foundation's Dinner Dance at PT2009 in Baltimore. |
Destination: Research Excellence Update
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Major Gifts Campaign Concludes Great 2008
Despite the sharp drop in the stock market and unraveling of the world economy that started in the 4th quarter of 2008, 96% of Campaign donors have continued to pay their pledges on time! As a result, the Foundation was able to announce a new research funding opportunity made possible through the Campaign - a $146,000 New Investigator Fellowship Training Initiative in Health Sciences Research. The first recipient will be selected later in 2009. Many thanks to the generosity of our major gifts campaign donors who have made this possible!
Learn more about the results of the Major Gifts Campaign by visiting our Destination: Research Excellence website. |
Seeking SRC Nominations
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| We are Looking for a Few Great People!
The Foundation is seeking recommendations for individuals to serve on its Scientific Review Committee (SRC). Well-qualified physical therapist researchers will review doctoral, fellowship and research grant applications received by the Foundation. To be considered, individuals must meet the criteria for SRC membership posted here. Self-nominations are welcome. Please e-mail your recommendations to Eva Donley. |
February Survey Update
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Many thanks to those of you who participated in our February Survey. The survey results were very interesting - we hope you think so, too!
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