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RFA 08-03: CIRM Research Training Program II
The CIRM Research Training Program II will provide support for the training and development of scientists in California at the predoctoral, postdoctoral, and clinical fellow levels, who will contribute to the expansion of stem cell research. The growth of stem cell research in California will require the scientific training of individuals at all levels to create a cadre of scientists with the knowledge and skill to lead effective research programs.
FORMS AND INSTRUCTIONS:
CIRM will accept only one application per institution. Applicant institutions must submit a letter of intent (LOI) using the LOI template provided below. The letter should describe concisely the type, scope, and overall goals of the proposed training program. Completed LOIs should be sent as an email attachment to LOITrainingGrantProgram@cirm.ca.gov, and must be received by CIRM no later than 5:00PM (PDT) on July 31, 2008. No exceptions will be made. Letters of intent are non-binding, but applications will not be accepted if an LOI has not been received by CIRM by the stated LOI deadline.
You will need a fully functional copy of Adobe Acrobat version 7 or 8 (Standard or Professional) to complete, print, and save the Information Form of the application and the LOI. For optimal performance, we recommend that you upgrade to Adobe Acrobat (Standard or Professional) version 8.1. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader will not permit you to save information that is entered in the forms.
- Letter of Intent [pdf]
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FORMS
Applications must be received by CIRM no later than 5:00pm PDT on September 16, 2008. No exceptions will be made. Applications will only be accepted from institutions that have submitted a Letter of Intent (LOI) that was accepted by CIRM.
Schedule of Receipt and Anticipated Review:
| Schedule of Receipt and Anticipated Review | Date |
|---|---|
| Receipt of Letters of Intent: | 5:00PM (PDT) on July 31, 2008 |
| Receipt of Applications: | 5:00PM (PDT) on September 16, 2008 |
| Anticipated Review of Applications by Grants Working Group (GWG): | November, 2008 |
| Anticipated Review and Approval by ICOC: | Winter, 2009 |