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Monday, August 17, 2009

Switzerland: International Bone Research Association (IBRA) Scholarship Program

Scholarship to study in Switzerland: IBRA (the International Bone Research Association) is a financially independent, internationally oriented non-profit organisation, for specialised clinicians and research scientists. IBRA’s core activity is the future-oriented advancement of bone- tissue research and management focusing particularly on:

• Bone biology, including osteointegration, bone generation and soft- tissue reaction
• Maxillofacial and orthopaedic rehabilitation
• Materials research including hardware development
• Biomechanics
• Tissue engineering
• Surgical procedures and clinical management

Ideas and know-how from science and industry in the fields of research, development and education associate within the IBRA through networking and without interest in financial gain. This provides an excellent base of expertise for ground-breaking innovation.

IBRA membership is open to all clinicians and research scientists in the field of bone and tissue management.

The IBRA offers financial support for research projects. With the emphasis on innovation and suitability for practical application, 95% of the research budget goes towards applied research and clinical studies and 5% towards basic research.


For details, please refer to http://www.ibra.ch/index.php

IBRA’s education program offers clinicians special courses on the application of specific methods of treatment. It ’s particular concern is to train tomorrow’s highly qualified research scientists. Courses on planning, conducting and publishing scientific studies and projects are organised for this target group.

Scholarships

Goal of the Program
IBRA’s Education program provides a platform for scientific exchange between its members. The main goal of the IBRA Scholarship Program is to promote individual career development by providing financial support for clinical training and for research in various training centres. IBRA Training Centres have been selectively chosen for their ability to provide a broad clinical experience in the treatment of patients whilst promoting exemplary research.

In order to accommodate individual needs, IBRA provides three types of scholarship.

Professional requirements for receiving support
The candidate should have an MD or a DMD diploma or the equivalent. The target group for this scholarship program is primarily, but not exclusively, young colleagues. However, there is no specific age limit. It is important that the candidate has clear expectations as to how this desired scholarship will benefit his/her professional career. Before the final decision on awarding support is made, the candidate must be accepted to the scholarship program by the fellowship director of the training center.

Applications
There is a specific application form for each type of scholarship program. The application forms can be downloaded from » Scholarship Program

Deadline
The deadlines for all grant applications are January 10th and
September 1st.

TYPE OF SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Program A: Partial financing of participation in international congresses
Financial support will be provided for participation in international congresses. This support should cover a part of travel expenses, registration and accommodation fees. Scholarship amounts range from CHF 1′500.– to 2′000.–, depending on congress specifics (location, travel distance).

This program is strictly limited to junior hospital doctors such as residents in training and PhD students. Strong preference will be given to candidates giving an oral presentation at the congress. Before the final decision on receiving support is made, the candidate’s submitted abstract must be accepted for presentation by the scientific committee of the congress.
» Download “Scholarship Application A.pdf”

Program B: Clinical residential visit to a foreign host institution
The duration of the clinical residential stay at a foreign host institution is intended for a period of one month up to six months, supported by a stipend of CHF 3′300.– to 20′000.–. This program is suitable for clinical training such as learning a new surgical technique including pre- and postoperative managment.
» Download “Scholarship Application B.pdf”

Program C: Clinical and scientific residential stay at a foreign host institution
This scholarship is intended to provide financial support for a clinical and scientific residential stay at a foreign host institution for a period of twelve months. The stipends awarded range from CHF 30′000.– to 40′000.–. This program containing both clinical training and active participation in a research project is designed for promoting an academic career. The sum should cover the majority of living expenses. Additional support for travelling expenses is possible in exceptional cases.
» Download “Scholarship Application C.pdf”

The availability of inexpensive living arrangements and other questions regarding your possible stay (visa requirements, etc.) should be discussed with the person coordinating the IBRA Scholarship at the specific training center.

For details, please refer to http://www.ibra.ch/index.php




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