Announcements, events, funding opportunities and more news for the Mass General Research Institute community. | |
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In this edition:
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Funding Opportunities:
- COURAGE Program
- Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards
- Limited Submission Funding Opportunities
- Foundation Funding Opportunities
Announcements:
- Mass General Hospital Summer Research Opportunity for Student
- 2023 MGH Nursing Research Day
- Connell Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nursing Research
- Howard Hughes Medical Institute Competition to Select HHMI Investigators
- Transportation of Biological Samples
- Machine Learning Foundational Curriculum
- Research Tech Talk
- Plan ahead for December’s ERIS Virtual Office Hours
Events:
- December Research Council
- Mass General Brigham Innovation Grand Rounds
- 2023 Summer Research Trainee Program (SRTP)
- TODAY! Fun Fridays- Yoga at Your Desk
- Meditation Sessions available every week
- Parenting Series Panel: “Parenting Children with Medical/Physical Disabilities”
- Grant Writing Course
- Basics of Science Writing for English Language Learner (ELL) Investigators
- Career Development Panel Series 4: “When to say ‘Yes’”
- Fun Fridays
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COURAGE Program
What is the program?
The COURAGE Program provides resources to advance the careers of 20 early career investigators (post-docs or early faculty) working in obesity, nutrition, or diabetes. This 3+ year program is open to individuals who identify as being from one or more of the following racial/ethnic groups: Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics or Latinos, American Indians or Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.
Who should apply?
Eligible applicants must be at a postdoctoral level or above. They must be from an underrepresented background, defined as individuals from racial and ethnic groups that have been shown by the National Science Foundation to be underrepresented in health-related sciences on a national basis (Blacks or African Americans, Hispanics or Latinos, American Indians or Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders). The research topic must be in nutrition, metabolism, obesity, or diabetes. There is no restriction on the institution from which the applicant applies, i.e., awards can be made to any institution, including our partner institutions in the application, Morehouse School of Medicine, and the University of Puerto Rico. Preference will be given to early-career investigators.
How much is the award?
Please submit a budget for up to $50,000 in direct costs. Indirect costs are not supported. The period of funding is for one year, beginning June 1, 2023.
When is the deadline?
The application must be submitted by 8:00 p.m. EST on Wednesday, February 1st, 2023. We expect to announce awards by April 3, 2023. The funding period will begin on June 1, 2023 and it will support 1 year of research.
How do I learn more about the opportunity?
For information about the COURAGE program visit www.courageprogram.com
For non-science-related questions, please contact our team at MGHCOURAGEprogram@mgh.harvard.edu.
For science-related questions, please contact Dr. Takara Stanley at 617-724-9109 or tstanley@partners.org.
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Blavatnik Therapeutics Challenge Awards
What are they?
The intent of these awards is to accelerate the development of therapeutics throughout HMS and its affiliated hospitals, with the goal of achieving licensable intellectual property and potentially creating new companies within a two-year time frame.
Who should apply?
All faculty at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor in the Harvard Faculty of Medicine (i.e., faculty at HMS, HMS-affiliated institutions, and HSDM) are eligible to apply for funding as lead PI.
How much is each award?
The Blavatnik Family Foundation will provide the funds for the awards, which will be administered by Harvard via a grant to the PI’s institution and funded at a level of up to $1 million (total costs) over a period of two years.
When is the deadline?
December 7, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET
How do I learn more about the opportunity?
More details on the RFP and submission process can be found on the program website: https://btca.hms.harvard.edu. For questions about the submission, review, and selection process for pre-proposals, contact Ifat Rubin-Bejerano, HMS senior director, translational research.
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Limited Submission Funding Opportunities
We ask that all MGH Investigators interested in applying for any limited submission award submit a Letter of Intent (see detailed instructions below) to the MGH Executive Committee on Research (ECOR) by the deadline indicated for each award to be considered to receive an institutional nomination.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
See full details for all awards on our website.
NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00 – Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
The purpose of the NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong cohort of new and talented, NCI-supported, independent investigators.
Learn more
NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00 – Independent Clinical Trial Required)
The purpose of the NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong cohort of new and talented, NCI-supported, independent investigators.
Learn more
NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00 – Independent Basic Experimental Studies with Humans Required)
The purpose of the NCI Pathway to Independence Award for Outstanding Early Stage Postdoctoral Researchers (K99/R00) program is to increase and maintain a strong cohort of new and talented, NCI-supported, independent investigators.
Learn more
NCI Cancer Screening Research Network: Statistics and Data Management Center (UG1 Clinical Trial Required)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is one of three FOAs that will support a comprehensive effort by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to provide infrastructure to develop the Cancer Screening Research Network (CSRN).
Learn more
NCI Cancer Screening Research Network: Coordinating and Communication Center (UG1 Clinical Trial Required)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is one of three FOAs that will support a comprehensive effort by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to provide infrastructure to develop the Cancer Screening Research Network (CSRN).
Learn more
Pediatric Critical Care and Trauma Scientist Development Program (K12 Clinical Trial Optional)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites applications to support a national program of mentored career development and training in research for junior faculty in pediatric critical care medicine and pediatric trauma surgery.
Learn more
Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers (EHSCC) (P30 Clinical Trial Optional)
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites grant applications for Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers (EHS CC). As intellectual hubs for environmental health science research, the EHS CC is expected to be the thought leaders for the field and advance the goals of the NIEHS Strategic Plan.
Learn more
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Foundation Funding Opportunities
Please contact Corporate & Foundation Relations in the Office of Development at devcfr@mgh.harvard.edu if you wish to submit a proposal in response to any of these opportunities. Note that proposals are still routed through the standard InfoEd/Research Management process.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
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Zenith Fellows Award Program, Alzheimer's Association (ALZ). $450,000. LOI Deadline: 1/20/23
Annual Investigator Initiated Research (IIR) Grants, Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF). $150,000. LOI Deadline: 2/16/23
NEW! Multiple Principal Investigator Clinical Awards, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). $600,000. LOI Deadline: 3/23/23
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in Cardiac Electrophysiology, Heart Rhythm Society (HRS). $50,000. Application Deadline: 1/22/23
Collaborative Advancement of Cures for T1D, JDRF. $2.25 million. LOI Deadline: 12/8/22
Simons Collaboration on Plasticity and the Aging Brain (SCPAB) Transition to Independence Award, Simons Foundation. $750,000. Application Deadline: 2/16/23
Fight Osteosarcoma Together Super Grant, St. Baldrick's Foundation (SBF). $1.5 million. LOI Deadline: 12/9/22
Lysosomal Biomarkers Program, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF). $350,000. Preliminary Proposal Deadline: 1/17/23
Basic Research Grants in Neurobiology, Whitehall Foundation, Inc. $300,000. LOI Deadline: 1/15/23
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Do you want to learn more about identifying external funding opportunities? Please click here to request a research consultation with Amy Robb or see ECOR’s website for information on the Pivot database. | |
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2023 MGH Nursing Research Day
We invite nurses to submit an abstract for consideration for MGH Nursing Research Day, which will be held in May 2023! At this time, it is anticipated that the event will occur virtually, and posters will be shared via our Virtual Poster Platform on the Munn Center website.
Questions? Please email the Munn Center: MunnCenter@PARTNERS.ORG
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Connell Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nursing Research
The Yvonne L. Munn Center for Nursing Research at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is inviting nurse applicants for the second postdoctoral fellow for the Connell Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nursing Research established in 2019. This is a unique opportunity for early-career nurse researchers within two years of completing a PhD degree (graduation year 2022 or 2023) to receive postdoctoral training at MGH, the leading independent hospital in NIH funding.
The fellowship provides developmental support and resources to advance nursing research in:
Symptom Science in Adults- including the identification of symptoms and symptom management in the context of acute and chronic illnesses among diverse populations.
*Applicants with an interest in women’s health and women living with HIV strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants with an interest in nutrition and obesity research also encouraged.
Highlights of the Connell Postdoctoral Fellowship include:
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Salary support with benefits for 2 years.
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Expert mentorship from accomplished nurse scientists within the Munn Center and across MGH and associated institutions.
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Diverse training and research development opportunities within and outside of MGH, including Harvard Medical School and local nursing schools.
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Participation in opportunities offered through the MGH Research Institute: https://www.massgeneral.org/research/ including extensive support for professional development, research education and training, and communication.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident/green card holder and a nurse who is a new or recent (calendar year 2022 or 2023) graduate from an accredited PhD program from a U.S. certified institution.
Specific questions may be directed to:
Yvonne L. Munn Center for Nursing Research
Massachusetts General Hospital
125 Nashua Street
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-643-0431
Email: MunnCenter@partners.org
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute Competition to Select HHMI Investigators
The HHMI Investigator competition is open to basic researchers and physician scientists from more than 300 eligible institutions who catalyze research in basic and biomedical sciences, plant biology, evolutionary biology, biophysics, chemical biology, biomedical engineering, and computational biology.
Candidates apply directly to HHMI. Applications must be received by March 21, 2023. Information about this program and competition, including benefits of becoming an HHMI Investigator and eligibility requirements for this competition may be found at hhmi.org/investigators.
We seek a broad applicant pool and welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We anticipate appointing approximately 25 scientists who will push the bounds of biomedical research and train and mentor the next generation of scientists.
If you have a question about the 2024 competition, please email sciencecomp@hhmi.org.
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Transportation of Biological Samples (BioLift)
To transfer biological samples we encourage faculty to use BioLift.
BioLift is an online application and solution for transporting biological samples between the Charlestown Navy Yard, MGH Main Campus and the Ragon Institute.
If you have any questions, please login and click on the help button.
You can also reach out to Kelé Piper, Research Compliance Director, at kkpiper@mgh.harvard.edu.
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Machine Learning Foundational Curriculum
Mass General Brigham's Data Science Office is pleased to announce the Machine Learning Foundational Curriculum course is now available to take online for MGB employees!
Presented by Dr. Kathy Andriole, this training program will introduce you to the fundamentals of Machine Learning (ML) in healthcare, with an emphasis on practical concepts and knowledge. The curriculum consists of recorded lectures, self-directed exercises, and hands-on interactive demonstrations that expose learners to the tools and techniques involved in developing, validating, and translating AI/ML into clinical practice.
Click here: https://datascience.massgeneralbrigham.org/machine-learning-foundational-curriculum to request access (MGB username and password required).
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Research Tech Talk
Next Research Tech Talk is Thursday December 8th, 12:10pm-2:00pm, there is no November Tech Talk. December 8th presentations to be announced.
Ken Heckman, Senior Technical Project Manager, MGB Digital for the EMI/CCDS, will present a detailed update on radiological imaging of interest to researchers.
Herb Harrison, Director and Shawn Martineau, Manager of MGB's Digital ITS Enterprise Technology Platform team will provide updates on their systems, e.g. the Citrix platform and will discuss ongoing initiatives.
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Plan ahead for December’s ERIS Virtual Office Hours
Virtual ERIS Scientific Computing Office Hours, Subject matter experts will be online to help you troubleshoot and get started with ERISOne/Two Linux Clusters, ERISXdl GPU platform and more.
December 12, 2022 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtual ERIS Office Hours, Subject matter experts will be online to help you navigate RISC tools and services available to support research and innovation.
December 12, 2022 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Office hours occur on the second and fourth Mondays of each month.
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December Research Council
Monday, December 5, 2022, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Hybrid, Simches Auditorium 3.110
Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Dr Cesar Castro and Dr Julie Price will be discussing the future of the Center for the Diversity and Inclusion at Massachusetts General Hospital. The presentations will cover future initiatives and roles in The Center for Diversity and Inclusion that will help continue to achieve the mission of the center.
NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy
Martha Jones and Andrew Chase will be joining us to discuss the NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy changes that go into effect on January 25, 2023. They will be discussing the main components of the new policy changes to best help all the members of the Mass General Research Institute best prepare for these new changes.
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Regulatory Strategy 101: Approach for Innovative Clinicians & Researchers
Mass General Brigham Innovation Grand Rounds
Session Date: Wednesday December 7, 2022
Session Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET
Join us for Mass General Brigham Innovation Grand Rounds, a monthly system-wide forum for innovation education and discussion. This session will cover fundamental introductory information clinicians and researchers need to know when creating new medical device and regulated software product concepts that may be subject to regulatory approval, including categories of approvals, timelines, data packages, and more.
Please click here to register.
Registration is required. Zoom details will be sent upon registration
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TODAY! Fun Fridays- Yoga at Your Desk
Friday, December 2, 2022, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Zoom
Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Well-Being
Fun Fridays offer a refreshing mid-day break from work to indulge in physical, mental, or creative activity.
This lively 60 minute webinar offers a refreshing breathing technique, stretches and awareness of proper body alignment to focus your mind and restore your balance. Yoga at your desk is great for people that spend a lot of time at the computer or on the bench doing research. Join us to stretch your tight muscles and ease your worries. All attire is welcome but clothing that does not constrict the waist is best.
Facilitator: Lisa Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, RYT, Senior Employee Assistance Consultant, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and Certified Employee Assistance Professional. Lisa is a 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and incorporates yoga and meditation into EAP Stress/Resiliency training. She counsels clients in English, Spanish and French. She is the EAP liaison to AllWays Health Partners, MGH Institute of Health Professions and the MGH Research Community. Lisa brings 38 years of professional experience to Mass General Brigham EAP.
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Two Meditation Sessions available every week
Two Meditation Sessions available every week
SESSION 1: Meditation Mondays with Dr. Darshan Mehta
Every Monday, 8:00 – 8:30 am, Zoom next session, Monday, December 5!
Co-sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Well-Being and the MGPO Frigoletto Committee
Join Darshan Mehta, MD, MPH, Director, Office for Well-Being, for a guided meditation session on Monday morning.
Register and add to calendar
SESSION 2: Midweek Meditation with Guest Leader
Every Wednesday, 8:00 – 8:30 am, Zoom à next session, Wednesday, December 7!
Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Well-Being
Join guest leader Alyssa Adreani, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Department of Spiritual Care, for next Wednesday’s guided meditation session on December 7th!
Register and add to calendar
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Parenting Series Panel: “Parenting Children with Medical/Physical Disabilities”
Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Zoom
Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Women’s Careers
The Parenting Series is an Office for Women’s Careers initiative focused on well-being and work-life balance for MGH faculty and trainee parents. Each session includes a panel of people with lived experience sharing their thoughts as well as an expert in the field to stimulate discussion and share information on a topic relevant to managing parenthood.
In the academic hospital setting, medical and physical disabilities are often front and center in our work, but nothing prepares us as parents to learn that our child(ren) must live with a disability. As parents, how do we support and encourage our child(ren) on this path? We have brought together this panel of parents to share their experiences confronting challenges they never expected, navigating through their own stress and worry to embrace and celebrate the life of their children. Dr. Nimec will also serve as an expert in this space to share ideas and resources to help parents. This will be a safe space for all attendees to share their stories and gain insight and advice.
Panelists:
Matthew F. Gardiner, MD, Director, Ophthalmology Emergency, Consult, and Hospitalist Services
Yamini Howe, MD, Development Behavioral Pediatrician, Lurie Center for Autism
Donna L. Nimec, MD, Director, Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Jillian Wise, PhD, Instructor, MGH Cancer Center
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Grant Writing Course
Thursday, December 8, 2022, 12-1pm, Zoom
Sponsored by the Office for Research Careers
Created by the MGH Science Writing Group led by Becca Ward, PhD, this series returns for the second year. It is open to all MGH trainees and faculty. There is no requirement to attend every session, but you are highly encouraged to do so. More specific information on various sessions will follow.
Session 7 - (Dec 8): Budget & Personnel Documents
facilitated by Kelsey Laning, Senior Administrative Manager, Research Grants, and Strategic Alliances & Stephanie Weldon, Ph.D., Program Manager, Batista Lab at the Ragon Institute
Session 8 - (Dec 15): Documents for Unique Situations: Introduction & Multi-PI Plans
facilitated by Trisha Berger, Ph.D., Director of Scientific and Medical Communication for the Cellular Immunotherapy Program & Becca Ward, Ph.D., Medical Writer and Program Manager
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Basics of Science Writing for English Language Learner (ELL) Investigators
Friday, December 9, 2022, 12:00 – 1:30 pm, Zoom
Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Research Careers
Open to English Language Learner faculty and postdocs.
Getting results and disseminating findings to as wide an audience as possible is an essential part of the research endeavor, and understanding the basic techniques of Scientific Writing is vital for this effort. Dr. Jhaveri will discuss the fundamentals of science communication, with a focus on structure, logic, precision, clarity and conciseness, as well as on the components of a research manuscript.
Facilitator: Sonal Jhaveri, PhD, Science Program Director, Dana Farber Cancer Institute. She teaches Science Communication and Language Skills to graduate and medical students, as well as to postdocs at MIT and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
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Career Development Panel Series 4: “When to say ‘Yes’”
Tuesday, December 13, 2022, 1:00 – 2:00 pm, Zoom
Provided by MGH Center for Faculty Development & Mass General Brigham
Drawing on faculty interest, the Center for Faculty Development has organized a series of four webinars on specific aspects of academic career development, whether to build toward promotion consideration or to enrich professional knowledge and experience. Learn more about where to find and how to join initiatives or committees of interest, the dimensions of major administrative roles, how and when to get involved on an editorial board, and, ultimately, when it makes sense to say yes to a new responsibility—or decline the opportunity.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the challenges posed by having 168 hours each week and being nice
- Identify the opportunities you should always say yes to
- Discuss the opportunities with colleagues that you should likely say no to
- Recommend mentees/colleagues to help further their careers when you are unable to say yes to requests/invitations
Target Audience: This activity is intended for faculty and faculty trainees.
Course Director: Miriam A. Bredella, MD, Director, Center for Faculty Development; Professor of Radiology, Harvard Medical School
Panelists:
Kenneth A. Freedberg, MD, Director of the Medical Practice Evaluation Center, Department of Medicine, MGH and Professor of Medicine, HMS
Karen K. Miller, MD, Chief, Neuroendocrine Unit, MGH and Professor of Medicine, HMS
Jennifer S. Temel, MD, Clinical Director, Thoracic Oncology Center, MGH and Professor of Medicine, HMS
ACCREDITATION
In support of improving patient care, Mass General Brigham is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Mass General Brigham designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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Fun Fridays- Instant Gratification: The Practice of Spontaneous Thank You Notes
Friday, December 16, 2022, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Zoom
Sponsored by the Center for Faculty Development’s Office for Well-Being
Fun Fridays offer a refreshing mid-day break from work to indulge in physical, mental, or creative activity.
Did your parents force you to write thank you notes? Did you find the task tedious? We’ll explore another avenue to thanking others—sheer spontaneity! It’s a lovely way to show how much you care and to bring yourself some instant gratification as well.
Facilitator: Anne Levy, PhD, is the Senior Program Manager in the Center for Faculty Development. She has always loved and practiced creative writing, incorporating it into her former career of teaching high school English.
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