AASV Foundation
Call for Research Proposals

As part of its mission to fund research with direct application to the profession, the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation seeks research proposals for funding in 2010. Proposals are due February 1, 2010, and may request a maximum of $6000 (US$) per project. The selection and announcement of projects for funding will take place in March.

Proposed research must fit into one of the five action areas stated in the AASV Foundation mission statement:

The mission of the AASV Foundation is to empower swine veterinarians to achieve a higher level of personal and professional effectiveness by:

• enhancing the image of the swine veterinary profession
• supporting the development and scholarship of students and veterinarians interested in the swine industry
• addressing long-range issues of the profession
• supporting faculty and promoting excellence in the teaching of swine health and production
• funding research with direct application to the profession

Proposals must also contain the following:

1. Identification of the issue
2. Background information
3. Description of the project
4. Timeline
5. Budget
6. Plan to apply results for maximum return to swine veterinarians and/or veterinary students

No project timeline is to exceed twelve months. A final report will be due within 60 days of stated project completion. The AASV Foundation does not pay overhead expenses on research proposals. Proposals may be submitted by mail or email (preferred). For more information, or to submit a proposal:

AASV Foundation
902 1st Avenue
Perry, Iowa 50220 USA
Tel: 515-465-5255
Fax: 515-465-3832
aasv@aasv.org

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