Additional Information:
http://www.ismhhd.com/abstracts.html#.U1p6l-s4WlJ
Description:
We are soliciting abstracts for oral and poster presentations. Abstract submission opens February 18, 2014 and must be submitted electronically via the online form. It is the authors' responsibility to see that the guidelines and instructions
are followed. Abstracts that do not conform to official guidelines will
not be accepted. Selected abstracts will be presented during poster
sessions or oral presentations.
Abstracts are categorized in broad thematic areas related to
domestic and global transdisciplinary collaborations on minority health,
health disparities, and health equity. If your work does not
correspond with the designated themes, simply indicate “Other” for your
category selection. Please note that reviewers have the authority to
reassign categories as necessary. Therefore, it is important that you
review the following categories before submitting your abstract to
ensure optimal results.
Friday, April 25, 2014
Call for Visiting Food Assistance Research Scholar Applications for 2014-2015
Additional Information:
http://www.irp.wisc.edu/initiatives/vscholars/pdfs/2014-15-Call-RIDGE-VSApps.pdf
Description:
The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) invites applications from U.S.-based food assistance scholars to visit the IRP RIDGE Center for National Food and Nutrition Assistance Research for one week during the 2014 to 2015 academic year, interact with its faculty in residence, and become acquainted with the staff and resources of the Institute. The intent of the IRP Research, Innovation, and Development Grants in Economics (RIDGE) Center and the Visiting Food Assistance Scholars Program is to stimulate innovative research related to food assistance programs such as SNAP (formerly food stamps) and school breakfast and lunch, and to support training of researchers interested in food assistance issues.mVisits of one week’s duration can be supported during either fall or spring semester of the academic year 2014 to 2015. Visiting researchers will be invited to give a seminar, to work on their own projects, and to confer with IRP faculty affiliates. Transportation, lodging, and meal expenses will be covered by IRP and its RIDGE Program partner, the Food Assistance and Nutrition Research Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service. Interested scholars should submit the following materials (electronic submissions of a PDF file comprising all of the following five elements are preferred over hard copy): (1) a letter describing their food assistance and food insecurity research interests and experience; (2) the proposed dates for a visit; (3) a current curriculum vitae; (4) two examples of written material; and (5) an estimate of costs to be covered by IRP to: Institute for Research on Poverty, RIDGE Visiting Scholars Program, 1180 Observatory Drive, Madison WI 53706; fax: (608)265-3119; e-mail: irpapply@ssc.wisc.edu.
http://www.irp.wisc.edu/initiatives/vscholars/pdfs/2014-15-Call-RIDGE-VSApps.pdf
Description:
The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) invites applications from U.S.-based food assistance scholars to visit the IRP RIDGE Center for National Food and Nutrition Assistance Research for one week during the 2014 to 2015 academic year, interact with its faculty in residence, and become acquainted with the staff and resources of the Institute. The intent of the IRP Research, Innovation, and Development Grants in Economics (RIDGE) Center and the Visiting Food Assistance Scholars Program is to stimulate innovative research related to food assistance programs such as SNAP (formerly food stamps) and school breakfast and lunch, and to support training of researchers interested in food assistance issues.mVisits of one week’s duration can be supported during either fall or spring semester of the academic year 2014 to 2015. Visiting researchers will be invited to give a seminar, to work on their own projects, and to confer with IRP faculty affiliates. Transportation, lodging, and meal expenses will be covered by IRP and its RIDGE Program partner, the Food Assistance and Nutrition Research Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service. Interested scholars should submit the following materials (electronic submissions of a PDF file comprising all of the following five elements are preferred over hard copy): (1) a letter describing their food assistance and food insecurity research interests and experience; (2) the proposed dates for a visit; (3) a current curriculum vitae; (4) two examples of written material; and (5) an estimate of costs to be covered by IRP to: Institute for Research on Poverty, RIDGE Visiting Scholars Program, 1180 Observatory Drive, Madison WI 53706; fax: (608)265-3119; e-mail: irpapply@ssc.wisc.edu.
For the Sake of All Community Conference
Additional Information:
http://bit.ly/1tKBpOr
Description:
For the Sake of All Community Conference Friday, May 30, 2014
8am – 12pm
Missouri History Museum
5700 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63112
Join us at the Community Conference where the final report will be released, panelists will discuss report topics, and the community will engage in conversation on implications and next steps. This conference is free and open to the public –a light breakfast will be provided.
RSVP: Click here to register.
http://bit.ly/1tKBpOr
Description:
For the Sake of All Community Conference Friday, May 30, 2014
8am – 12pm
Missouri History Museum
5700 Lindell Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63112
Join us at the Community Conference where the final report will be released, panelists will discuss report topics, and the community will engage in conversation on implications and next steps. This conference is free and open to the public –a light breakfast will be provided.
RSVP: Click here to register.
Friday, April 11, 2014
2014 National Conference on Health Statistics
Additional Information:
http://1.usa.gov/OP4Nm2
Description:
The 2014 National Conference on Health Statistics, to be held in the Washington, DC area in late summer, will include a Poster Session. The goal of the Poster Session is to offer a venue for researchers from academia, industry, and government agencies to present original research on health, health data, and statistics, and provide a forum for informal discussion with interested colleagues. Research is not limited to National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data.
http://1.usa.gov/OP4Nm2
Description:
The 2014 National Conference on Health Statistics, to be held in the Washington, DC area in late summer, will include a Poster Session. The goal of the Poster Session is to offer a venue for researchers from academia, industry, and government agencies to present original research on health, health data, and statistics, and provide a forum for informal discussion with interested colleagues. Research is not limited to National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) data.
Friday, April 4, 2014
National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities Course 2014
Additional Information:
http://www.nimhd.nih.gov/courseHD-2013revised.html
Description:
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) will again host a course on the science of health disparities this summer. The course will take place on the campus of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, from August 11, 2014 to August 22, 2014.
This two-week intensive course will provide specialized instruction on the concepts, principles, methods, and applications of health disparities science, practice, and policy. It will also integrate principles and practice of community engagement. Nationally and internationally recognized experts in health disparities science will lead individual sessions.
Cost: The course is free, but admission is competitive and daily attendance is mandatory. Participants are responsible for transportation, room and board.
http://www.nimhd.nih.gov/courseHD-2013revised.html
Description:
The National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) will again host a course on the science of health disparities this summer. The course will take place on the campus of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, from August 11, 2014 to August 22, 2014.
This two-week intensive course will provide specialized instruction on the concepts, principles, methods, and applications of health disparities science, practice, and policy. It will also integrate principles and practice of community engagement. Nationally and internationally recognized experts in health disparities science will lead individual sessions.
Cost: The course is free, but admission is competitive and daily attendance is mandatory. Participants are responsible for transportation, room and board.
Youth+Tech+Health 2014 Conference
Additional Information:
http://yth.org/ythlive/about/
Description:
YTH Live (hashtag #ythlive) is on April 6–8, 2014 at the Hotel Kabuki in San Francisco. YTH Live is the premier conference for cutting-edge technology that is advancing the health and wellness of youth, young adults, and other underserved populations.
Each year, the most amazing minds in youth advocacy, health, and technology gather at YTH Live to showcase what works, share ideas and learnings, and launch new collaborations. Over 600 attendees are expected in 2014, with a global audience of more than 2,000 participating online.
Come to YTH Live to find out what’s new, what’s happening right now, and what’s next in the field of health tech. Then, take what you learn back to the communities you serve to improve the lives of youth.
http://yth.org/ythlive/about/
Description:
YTH Live (hashtag #ythlive) is on April 6–8, 2014 at the Hotel Kabuki in San Francisco. YTH Live is the premier conference for cutting-edge technology that is advancing the health and wellness of youth, young adults, and other underserved populations.
Each year, the most amazing minds in youth advocacy, health, and technology gather at YTH Live to showcase what works, share ideas and learnings, and launch new collaborations. Over 600 attendees are expected in 2014, with a global audience of more than 2,000 participating online.
Come to YTH Live to find out what’s new, what’s happening right now, and what’s next in the field of health tech. Then, take what you learn back to the communities you serve to improve the lives of youth.
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