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GAPSA – Provost Fellowship for Interdisciplinary Innovation
President Gutmann Leadership Award (PGLA)
Professional Student Travel Grant ( DMD, EdD, JD, MD, MSE, MS )
Research Student Travel Grant (PhD, research AM/MS)
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Application Cycles* Applications must be submitted during the semester/term in which the expense is incurred.
Fall Grants
Submission Deadline: October 15
Period covered: August 15 - Dec 31
Spring Grants
Submission Deadline: March 25 (EXTENDED)
Period covered: January 1 - May 15
Summer Grants**
Submission Deadline: June 15
Period covered: May 15 - August 14 * expenses for graduating students must be incurred and submitted at least 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the official end of term ** additional eligibility criteria and restrictions apply. Please review all instructions and program details carefully.
GAPSA - PROVOST FELLOWSHIP FOR INTERDISCIPLINARY INNOVATION
The GAPSA-Provost Fellowship for Interdisciplinary Innovation is a program jointly funded by GAPSA and the Office of the Provost for the expressed purpose of fostering an interdisciplinary graduate and professional environment at the University of Pennsylvania. This highly competitive fellowship strives to promote original, student-derived initiatives that integrate knowledge across diverse academic disciplines. The fellowship is also meant to help the project-leader(s) develop, pursue and complete their proposed interdisciplinary initiatives.
$6,000.00 fellowship per project
The GAPSA-Provost fellowship is being reworked and information will be posted about this shortly. Stay tuned.
The guidelines for this fellowship are available here . Please contact [email protected] for all questions regarding this fellowship.
PRESIDENT GUTMANN LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Office of the President has generously provided additional funding to GAPSA to augment GAPSA’s funding for graduate and professional student travel. The award will be given to students presenting their research at either a conference (either within the United States or internationally) that would normally be out of their budget even with an individual travel grant through GAPSA.
The maximum award is 70% of the total budget or $2000 , whichever is less.
For the Fall 2023 round of PGLA Funding, travel dates are from September 1 - December 31, 2023. The full policies are available here . P lease note that recommendations are required within one week of the application closing. In order for an application to be considered complete, you must indicate a faculty member to complete a brief recommendation form. It will be sent to your recommender automatically when your application is submitted. Please note that recommendation forms are sent out only after grant applications are submitted, so be sure to inform your recommender prior to submitting your application.
Please contact [email protected] for all questions regarding this fellowship.
PROFESSIONAL STUDENT INDIVIDUAL GRANT
If you are in a professional or non-research masters degree program (including DMD, EdD, JD, MD, MSE, and other MS programs with other letters), you are considered a professional student. If you are in a PhD program or a research master program (AM or MS), you are considered a research student. Students in the MD/PhD or the VMD/PhD programs should for professional student individual grants during their MD or VMD years, and research student individual grants during their PhD years. Please refer to flowchart or email [email protected] if you are unsure about your status.
Please note that you are only eligible to receive one GAPSA administered individual grants per academic semester, for a total of two such grants per academic year.
Professional Student Individual Grants aim to defray the cost of qualified travel expenses for professional students attending and/or presenting at academic conferences, meetings, case competitions, externships and internships. Students pursuing professional development outside of the university and traveling for residency interviews may also apply.
Funding caps are the lesser of 75% of your request or*: - $400 if you are attending, but not presenting at a conference - $1000 if you are presenting at a conference or requesting interview/internship funding
All funding is granted retroactively, that is, you will have to incur the expenses first and then you will receive reimbursement on submission of the itemized receipts. Applications are not reviewed until after the grant window closes and exceptions cannot be made.
Sending a recommender application is not necessary, but it will help your application. You would indicate a faculty member to speak on your behalf and they must complete the form that is sent to them. You must inform your recommender prior to submitting your application, that they will receive a form to be completed within two weeks from when you submit your application.
Please contact [email protected] and [email protected] for all questions regarding this fellowship.
RESEARCH STUDENT TRAVEL GRANT
If you are in a PhD program or a research master program (AM or MS), you are considered a research student. If you are in a professional or non-research masters degree program (including DMD, EdD, JD, MD, MSE, and other MS programs with other letters), you are considered a professional student. Students in the MD/PhD or the VMD/PhD programs should for professional student individual grants during their MD or VMD years, and research student individual grants during their PhD years. Please refer to flowchart or email [email protected] if you are unsure about your status.
The Research Travel Grant aims to help defray the cost of qualified travel expenses for research students presenting their work at academic conferences, workshops and meetings.
The Research Travel Grants are to serve as a terminal funding source to support research students traveling to their conferences.
Applicants are expected to have considered all other possible funding options before pursuing funding through a GAPSA travel grant.
For students only attending a conference, the grant is capped at 50% of the total cost or $500 , whichever is less. For students presenting at conferences, the cap is $800 .
All funding is granted retroactively, that is, you will have to incur the expenses first and then you will receive reimbursement on submission of the itemized receipts. Applications are not reviewed until after the grant window closes and exceptions cannot be made. Research Council has also released a memorandum (last updated: July 2022) on how the grant is awarded.
We highly encourage applicants to read both documents before applying.
In order for an application to be considered complete, you must indicate a faculty member to complete a brief recommendation form. It will be sent to your recommender automatically when your application is submitted. Please note that recommendation forms are sent out only after grant applications are submitted. Be sure to inform your recommender prior to submitting your application. We ask that recommendations be submitted within five days of the submission of the travel grant application. It is your responsibility to ensure that the form is submitted on your behalf. Check with your recommender to make sure they submit the form on time.
Please contact gapsa.research @gapsa.upenn.edu for all questions regarding this fellowship.
INDIVIDUAL GRANTS BEYOND GAPSA
The University, and other bodies offer a number of individual grants to graduate students. This ever-growing list is maintained by the Grad Center on their website . In particular, please check out the Emergency Grant for graduate and professional students.
For research grants offered by SASGov , GSESG and the Fontaine Society , please visit this link .
College of Arts & Sciences Travel Grant
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The College of Arts and Sciences allows its students to apply for funding to attend conferences at which they are making presentations.
This grant has four annual deadlines: September 20, November 1, February 1, and May 1.
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Graduate Student Research and Travel Fund Policy
New Travel & Entertainment Policy effective 05/01/2009 can be found at: https://www.finance.upenn.edu/content/2350-travel-and-entertainment-policies-complete-set
SASgov Travel Grant: It is designed to support a wide range of academic and professional travel. Eligible travel includes:
o Presentation or attendance at academic conferences
o Participation in professional development workshops
o Travel for academic job interviews, either at conferences or institutions, if not provided for by the potential employer
Applications are reviewed by the Finance and Public Affairs committees on a rolling basis at twice-monthly General Body meetings. To ensure prompt review of your application, please be sure to submit the form as well as your itemized budget by the Sunday prior to the Tuesday GB meeting at which you'd like your application read.
Amount: up to $500 Application: http://www.sasgov.sas.upenn.edu/funding-for-individuals
SAS Travel Subvention for PhD Candidates:
The travel grants awarded by the Graduate Dean covers up to $500 in expenses. Funds may be used to cover any eligible travel expenses consistent with University policy.
o Please plan accordingly, as the SAS Travel Subvention Form must be submitted to SAS Finance and Administration BEFORE the trip.
o Your dissertation advisor or sponsoring faculty member must sign the application form as a faculty advisor. After you receive approval from your faculty advisor, please submit the form to Paul Newlon for Director of Graduate Studies's signature
o After the trip, students must submit the reimbursement request through Penn Concur.
Amount: up to $500
Application: https://www.sas.upenn.edu/fas/sites/www.sas.upenn.edu.fas/files/travel%2...
GAPSA Research Student Travel Fund
The GAPSA travel grant should be a last resort for funding; the student is expected to have attempted to secure funding from other sources before submitting a GAPSA travel grant application. Students may request up to $500 or half of their total travel expense, whichever is less.
Check out their website for deadline information - http://www.sasgov.sas.upenn.edu/funding-for-individuals
Psychology Department Graduate Student Research and Travel Fund
The department has two gift funds that can provide support for graduate research and travel including summer project. Both gift funds can provide non-trivial amounts of funding, certainly in the range of $3000 per project. Smaller projects can also be funded. If you have a project that would be enabled by such support (to be used for research or conference, travel, or both), please fill out “ Request for Graduate Student Financial Research Support Form ” and send it to Paul Newlon. The request will be reviewed on a monthly basis.
Please note: reimbursements from the funds listed below will count toward the fiscal year in which you submit the receipts for the trip in question. For example, if you take a trip at the end of fiscal year 2011 but submit receipts in FY 2012, that trip will count as your disbursement from the relevant fund for fiscal year 2012. The fiscal year begins July 1 and ends June 30. Fiscal years bear the number of the calendar year in which they end (e.g., FY 2012 runs from July 1, 2011 thru June 20, 2012).
For travel fund, all travel reimbursements must be submitted within 182 (6 months) of the ending date of a trip or event. Failure to do so will result in the expense being declined for reimbursement. We encourage you to submit your request within 14 days for the ending date of the trip or event.
All the reimbursement requests are made via Penn Concur
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SASgov Travel Grant (Fall Application Window Now Open- Closes Nov 4, 2019.)
SASGov's Travel Grant is mainly designed to help defray the cost of travel for doctoral students presenting at academic conferences. This grant funds travel taking place between August 1 and December 31, 2019.
Award Amount:
Up to $300 for domestic travel
Up to $400 for international travel
To apply, click here SASGov Travel Grant Form
Questions? Contact [email protected]
These amounts are not guaranteed and are awarded very selectively after being reviewed by the SASgov Finance Committee when the application period ends. Because funds are limited, we encourage graduate students to apply to multiple funding sources such as the ones listed on this page. Only enrolled doctoral students at the School of Arts and Sciences are eligible to apply.
Graduate Conference & Training Grants
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – Spring/Summer 2023 Opened: January 20 Closes: March 1 apply.interfolio.com/120218
The Center for the Study of Ethnicity, Race, and Immigration (CSERI) will offer limited support for graduate conference travel and methods training undertaken in the Spring and Summer of 2023.
Students may receive grants of up to $500 for expenses . All full-time Penn graduate students enrolled in any school whose research focuses on social science approaches to race, ethnicity, or immigration in the United States or in other countries are eligible to apply. CSERI research support may be combined with funding from other programs. However, if a student has already received a CSERI grant for conference travel or training, they must wait a year to apply again.
Examples of conference and training-related activities that may be funded include, but are not limited to:
- Travel to conferences, only if presenting a conference poster or paper.
- Costs associated with methods training courses over the summer.
The application for conferences or methods training must include:
- For a conference : An abstract for the conference paper, a notice of the conference acceptance, and a registration receipt.
- For summer training : A notice of the workshop acceptance and paid invoice/receipt.
- An itemized budget and brief budget narrative describing expenses.
- The applicant’s CV.
- A reference letter from the applicant’s dissertation advisor indicating their approval of and support for the applicant’s plans. Please follow the directions in Interfolio for submitting letters confidentially.
Please apply in Interfolio by March 1 st : apply.interfolio.com/120218
Conference grant recipients should be prepared to present their research at a poster exposition hosted by CSERI.
**** For further information or questions, contact CSERI Administrator Anne Kalbach, [email protected] .
*** Students conducting projects in the social sciences on race, ethnicity, and immigration in Latin America and/or Latinx politics in the United States can also apply and receive additional advisory support from the Center for Latin American and Latinx Studies. For specific information, contact the CLALS program at [email protected] .
Students are also encouraged to seek funding in conjunction with Africana Studies, Political Science, Sociology, and other social science units at Penn.
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- Travel Grants for PLC Lecturers
Penn Language Center offers a small number of travel grants up to $350 for lecturers appointed by PLC to attend conferences or other professional events related to the teaching of foreign languages. Presenters may receive up to $500. Eligible expenses include travel, conference registration, or hotel accommodations. Priority is given to those who present a paper and those who do not receive support from departmental or other sources. Please note that we are not be able to provide any funding in advance but can only reimburse expenses after submission of original receipts.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and contingent upon funding.
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Travel Award Funding
Due to covid-19, travel restrictions may be put in place with little notice. award availability is subject to change. .
We are pleased to offer funding support to assist Wharton Ph.D. students for travel and research. The Wharton Doctoral Programs distributes individual travel awards to defray the cost of qualified travel expenses for graduate students presenting their research at academic conferences and meetings.
- This funding applies to TRAVEL only (e.g. Registration fees, transportation and lodging)
- Funding may not be used for purchase of related books, materials, meals
- Funding will not be granted for transportation or lodging outside of the dates of the conference.
- Proposals for the presentation of student’s own research at conferences will be given priority.
- Funding is for presenters only. Conference attendees will not be awarded funding.
Students who are waiting to hear back on conference presentation acceptances may still apply for the travel awards. Travel awards may be granted contingent on your presentation being accepted.
*First Year students are not eligible for Doctoral Office Travel funding. ** Students may not submit more than one Travel Award request per year (July 1-June 30).
Students may be awarded amounts up to a MAXIMUM of $750 for Domestic or $1,000 International travel per trip. Preference is given to students who have not received prior travel awards.
Effective July 1, 2023, students will be limited a total of 3 travel awards over the course of their studies due to the increased volume of travel award applications. If you have received 3 travel awards from the Doctoral Programs Office in the past, you will no longer be eligible to apply for a travel award.
Funding is limited and not guaranteed. We strongly encourage students to apply to all available funding sources.
George James Travel Award Application Requirements:
1) Complete the Application
2) Recommendation from faculty person (your recommender will receive an automatic notification once you submit your application)
Applications received after the deadline date will not be reviewed. Students will be notified no earlier than the decision dates listed above.
If you are awarded a travel award, please submit receipts for reimbursement after you return from your conference.
All Penn students and faculty are required to use the Penn travel registry to register international travel conducted for Penn business or academics: https://global.upenn.edu/travel-guidance/register-your-trip
At this time, we recommend all Penn-affiliated travel to Israel, West Bank, Gaza, and Lebanon be deferred. If you are planning travel to any of these locations, please reach out to [email protected] for the most up to date risk assessment and insurance exclusions. As a reminder, it is required that all Penn-affiliated trips are registered in MyTrips . If you have questions, please contact [email protected] .
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World Travel is the preferred method to book all travel.
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It is Penn Global policy to submit a Travel Notification Form to your director for any travel related to Penn Global activities. Each form below will be routed to your departement director and the business office for review. If any part of your trip includes personal travel, please refer to our policy provided at the bottom of this page and fill out the personal travel section of the form.
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If you need to account for any alcohol on your trip, please refer to our Concur guide and itemize any alcohol using the "Itemize an expense" tutorial above.
Link to concur login: concur login, submitting your completed expense report.
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EXCEPTION WARNINGS attempt to fix any exceptions or if they cannot be fixed, provide detail as to why. Do not submit any report with exception warnings without contacting the Business Office.
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Tipping Standards: 15-20% for meals and transportation; $1 - $2 for hotel workers
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Provide your notes for any Amtrak purchase in your JP Morgan PaymentNet account before Thursday of each week.
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You may direct bill the airfare portion of your trip by booking in Concur or with World Travel. If your itinerary includes flights that are for personal vacation, such as a side trip to another city/country, you will be responsible for submitting a check to the University for the expense associated with that part of the flight itinerary.
On day of booking, print the booked itinerary with its cost that includes extra stops.
On day of booking, print the flight and associated cost if the additional stops were not added. This should be the least logical airfare for that business related flight.
Write a check to The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania for the difference in cost, provide both itineraries and submit to your Business Office for deposit.
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You may book the entire trip on a credit card. You will then file an expense report for reimbursement. Steps:
On day of booking, print the flight and associated cost if the additional stops were not added. This should be the least logical airfare for that business-related flight.
In your Concur expense report, select Airfare as the expense type and enter the entire amount of the itinerary that was ticketed.
Select Itemize and enter Airfare for the reimbursable portion of the flight, and enter Non-Reimbursable for the personal portion of that flight. The Non-Reimbursable portion will be the difference better the two business-related flight and the flight with the personal portion included.
Note: Any flight charges and fees associated with ANY flight changes are considered non-reimbursable unless the change was made upon Penn’s request.
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Whenever possible, use a personal credit card (not the Penn Travel Card) for family expenses such as meals and transportation.
IMPORTANT: In all cases, if family is accompanying the Penn individual on the trip, their airline tickets must be purchased using a personal credit card. Neither the direct bill nor the Penn Travel Card are acceptable forms of payment for family airline tickets.
If the Penn Travel Card is used for any expenses that include the family, such as a meal, the traveler is required to:
Enter the total amount of the expense on the line item in Concur.
Itemize the expense line item in Concur with the reimbursable portion being the expense incurred by the business traveler and the non-reimbursable portion being the remainder of the cost.
Pay the credit card directly and promptly for any non-reimbursable expenses put on the card.
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Fontaine Fellowships support the academic development of PhD students whose background, research, and experiences demonstrate the interest and capacity to enhance a broadly diverse and inclusive learning community
In 1970 an endowment was established posthumously in honor of Dr. William Fontaine, Professor of Philosophy, the first African-American appointed to the Standing Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. From its inception, the endowment, known as the “Fontaine Fellowship” has been used to advance the University’s goals related to enrolling a diverse student body and fostering a vibrant intellectual environment. Originally restricted to students from groups “traditionally and historically underrepresented” in higher education , the Fellowship is now more broadly defined to include, for example, students whose background, research and experience demonstrate both the interest and capacity to enhance a broadly diverse and inclusive learning community.
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Students are nominated for membership in the Fontaine Society by their home school at the time they are admitted to Penn. Prospective Fontaine Fellows are invited to the Fontaine Society Annual Dinner in March, to meet current Fontaine Fellows and learn more about the opportunities membership provides. Nominated fellows are welcomed into the Fontaine Society when they matriculate.
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To contact the Fontaine Coordinating Committee, e-mail [email protected]
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Sonresa Ochoa-Vidales, Cell & Molecular Biology (BGS-PSOM)
Andre Roots, Bioengineering (SEAS)
Codi Smith, Social Welfare (SP2)
Kiara Rodriguez-Acevedo, Cell & Molecular Biology (BGS-PSOM)
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Jennifer Paulino, Cell & Molecular Biology (BGS-PSOM)
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Jay Arzu , City & Regional Planning
VanJessica Gladney , History
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Emily Cribas, Cellular & Molecular Biology
VanJessica Gladney , History
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Secretary: Jay Arzu , City & Regional Planning
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McKenzie Preston , Management
Treasurer: Chrissy Quattro
Secretary: Taylor Heath
María Glikin, Hispanic & Portuguese Studies
McKenzie Preston , Management
David Kirui, Sociology
José Loya, Sociology
For general questions about the Fontaine Society:
Anita Mastroieni, Associate Vice Provost for Graduate Education, Office of the Provost, 120 College Hall, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Phone: 215-898-1842 or email [email protected].
Programming, Resources, and Advising Centralized programming, resources, and advising for Fontaine Fellows is coordinated by the Graduate Student Center in collaboration with relevant student centers, faculty, and staff throughout the University.
Current Fellows can request an individual appointment with Dr. Meredith Wooten here .
For more information or to suggest future programs, contact:
Meredith Wooten, PhD, Director, Graduate Student Center 3615 Locust Walk, University of Pennsylvania email: [email protected]
Student Leadership and Engagement The Fontaine Coordinating Committee (FCC) serves as the student governing body for members of the Fontaine Society. Members serve on a voluntary basis to organize and implement a wide range of events during the year, in partnership with the Office of the Vice Provost for Education departments and staff. The FCC also administers the Fontaine Travel Fellowship competition, which helps support student travel to present research at conferences in their fields of study.
To contact the Fontaine Coordinating Committee, e-mail [email protected].
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As a way of memorializing her mother, Terry B. Heled, and of honoring the students of her alma mater in gratitude for the encouragement her own research and writing received while she was at Penn, Mali Heled Kinberg (C'95, G'95) has created this endowed fund at the Kelly Writers House that, each summer, will enable a student to travel for the purpose of conducting the research that will lead to a significant writing project. Additional support by Stefanie Moll (C'94) and Janey Kalymnios.
2022-2023 Grant Recipients: Drew Basile and Sof Sears
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Heled Travel and Research Grants enable students to travel and conduct research for significant writing projects. Join us for presentations by this year’s winners: Sof Sears (C’23), who studied “death culture” in Paris, and Drew Basile (C’23), who followed the path of Goethe’s famous 1786 tour through Italy.
2021-2022 Grant Recipients: Grace Leahy and Ian McCormack
Heled Travel and Research Grants enable students to travel and conduct research for significant writing projects. Join us for presentations by two Heled Grant recipients: Grace Leahy and Ian McCormack. Grace Leahy thought she was going to Moscow for a research project. Then, she thought she was going to London for grad school. But in the end, she moved to Los Angeles to be a producer’s assistant with a couple weeks’ notice. Her Heled Grant piece is an attempt at processing all this. For his Heled grant, Ian McCormack travelled across state lines in pursuit of abandoned psychiatric centers. He explored them, day and night, in a sometimes frightening but always interesting road trip, and ended up writing some sometimes frightening but always interesting stories.
Grace Leahy graduated from Penn in the winter of 2020 with a double major in English and Cinema & Media Studies. The photo to the left was taken from her apartment on 42nd street, which she misses very much. She also misses the Writers House. And Nicola Gentili. Currently, Grace is based in Los Angeles, pursuing a career in film & television.
Ian McCormack graduated from Penn with a major in History and a minor in Creative Writing. He enjoys spooky stuff and adventuring in unlikely places. He is now based in Manchester, NH, working in board game publishing.
2019-2020 Grant Recipients: Sonali Deliwala and Isami McCowan
Heled Travel and Research Grants enable students to travel and conduct research for significant writing projects. Join us for presentations by two Heled Grant recipients: Sonali Deliwala and Isami McCowan. Sonali Deliwala will present some of her research into the Valsad tribe, just outside of Mumbai India. Isami McCowan will present on the history and culture of the Izu Islands.
2018-2019 Grant Recipient: Caroline Harris (C'19)
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Winner of the 2018–2019 Heled Travel and Research Grant, Caroline Harris is a senior studying English and Creative Writing. She is passionate about poetry. This summer she traveled to Japan to research the haiku poet Matsuo Basho. Caroline hiked over 100 miles of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage, beginning in Osaka and ending in Ise. As part of her research, Caroline stayed in Buddhist monasteries and learned about Zen Buddhism. Her project investigated the intersection of poets and pilgrims, and the significance of pilgrimage in the 21st century.
2017-2018 Grant Recipient: Rodney Dailey (C'19)
2016-2017 grant recipient: casey quackenbush (c'17).
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Winner of the 2016–17 Heled Travel and Research Grant, Casey Quackenbush is a senior studying diplomatic history and journalism. She is also fascinated by cheese. So for a journalism class, she wrote a story in a non-fiction writing course on how mounting FDA regulations of bacteria levels in cheese fabrication were not only stifling the American artisan cheese industry, but also banned some of the most sought-after cheeses in the world from the US. With this research as a launching point, she used the prize to investigate cheese-making in France using cheese as a lens to reveal cultural, historical, and political differences. The project involved hiking to different cheese farms around Mont Blanc to shadow farmers and learn about their techniques and traditions.
2015-2016 Grant Recipient: Kristen Kelly
Kristen Kelly , our 2015-16 Heled Travel and Research Grant recipient, was inspired to research early Chinese American immigration stories along the West Coast (from San Fran to Seattle), after inheriting boxes of photographs, letters, and immigration documentation from her late grandmother. Thanks to the Heled grant, Kristen studied and wrote about her own family's immigration from Guangdong Province in China, and connected her personal story to a greater network of immigrant narratives.
2014-2015 Grant Recipient: Amanda Shulman (C'17)
Thanks to the Heled Travel Grant, Amanda Schulman spent the summer with Italian truffle farmers and ended up digging up a story rich with intrigue surrounding the hunt for these complex fungi. What is the historical lure of the black summer truffle? How do Italians from various regions prepare them? Listen to the program to find out!
Amanda Shulman is a junior at Penn and the author of Stayhungree.com , where she shares recipes and her culinary adventures. Amanda studied classical French cuisine at Le Cordon Bleu and used her Heled Research and Travel Grant to travel to various locations in Italy this summer, delving into the world of the mysterious black summer truffle. She hunted for truffles with truffle farmers and their trained hunting dogs and also learned how to incorporate them into different region's distinct cuisines.
2013-2014 Grant Recipient: Shaj Mathew (C'14)
Shaj Mathew is a senior Comparative Literature major with concentrations in Spanish and Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations. The Heled Travel G rant allowed him to travel to Barcelona in the summer of 2013 to research the life and work of novelist Roberto Bolaño for a literary essay melding travelogue, literary criticism, and personal reflection. Deeply interested in the violence of Bolaño's work, Mathew re-traced Bolaño's last years last years, visited an exhibition of Bolaño's previously unpublished manuscripts at the Barcelona Contemporary Culture Center, and spent time developing impressions of Barcelona.
2012-2013 Grant Recipient: Michael Morse (C'13)
Though the support of the Heled Travel grant, Michael Morse spent two weeks in Germany, travelling with artist Gunter Demnig and documenting the ongoing memorialization of the Holocaust. Demnig's work presents many interesting questions about how artists engage with a public whose family members were likely National Socialists. Michael presentation about his travels will allow him to describe and share some of his own experience exploring Germany and witnessing the ongoing debate about how we remember, how we mourn, how we empathize, and how we can find a better future.
In Berlin, there are massive museums such as the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe and education centers such as the Topography of Terror. These have their own complicated histories and controversies about what is necessary and when is enough. But there are also minor memorials such as a sculpture consisting of just a desk and a chair in a park, an underground room with burned books visible through glass tiles, a series of signs in a suburb documenting each Nazi law, and even an invisible memorial, with victims' names buried beneath the pavement. Gunter Demnig is sixty-five-year-old artist, born in Berlin just a few years after liberation. He's a German artist who has installed over 35,000 street memorials to murdered Jews, by himself, over the last fifteen years. He calls the brass blocks, which he paves into the street, “stolpersteine,” or “stumbling stones,” for they often jolt our memory. The stones display a victim's name, date of birth, and date of death. They've been banned in Munich and Leipzig, and yet Demnig continues his work to remind Germans that their houses and their streets were sites of terror. He spends at least 300 days of the year on the road and he will only accept donations from fellow Germans. This is very much a project of national education, and yet Jews come from around the world to see Demnig dig the hole and place the stone, a grave-of-sorts for the many without one.
2011-2012 Grant Recipient: Katie Sanders (C'12)
Despite growing up in a suburb the FBI has repeatedly named the "Safest City in America," Katie Sanders has always been fascinated by prisons. The Heled Travel Grant enabled Katie to transform her unusual interest into an extended writing project by providing her with the means to visit prisons and spend time with some of teh people most affected by mass incarceration. In northern California, Katie interviewed the former warden of San Quentin, the state's oldest prison, which houses the nation's largest death row. Later, New York City became her research hub as she followed several leads to develop a comparative analysis of the penal system. Katie is currently at work on a long-form magazine feature about a family of three high-achieving siblings from the Bronx whose mother has been incarcerated since 1999 and is not eligible for parole until at least 2023.
2010-2011 Grant Recipient: Ned Eisenberg (C'11)
Ukiyo: 1. ("Floating World") the urban lifestyle, especially the pleasure-seeking aspects, of Edo-period Japan (1600–1867). 2. ("Sorrowful World") the earthly plane of death and rebirth from which Buddhists sought release.
The Tokyo metropolis is, by any account, a modern wonder. Easily the most crowded city in the world, Tokyo exemplifies all that you'd expect from a futuristic megalopolis: compact living space, a mechanized service industry, and a historic emphasis on social conformity. Yet this miracle city is just a microcosm of a larger Japanese miracle. Since opening its borders to foreign trade in 1868, the Japanese nation drastically exceeded the world's expectations over the course of the 20th century, first militaristically and, later, economically. Yet in spite of the nation's inarguable modernity, Japanese society remains paradoxical, retaining a strong sense of secularism and ethnic purity while simultaneously embracing the Internet and globalization. The result is a blossoming Japanese counterculture, the likes and extremities of which are unprecedented in a society accustomed to homogeneity.
Recipient of the 2010 Terry B Heled Travel Grant, senior Ned Eisenberg will be speaking about his 11-day stay in Tokyo, during which he gave up access to the Internet and set out to document the topography of Tokyo's counterculture. Inspired by duplicate homophonic translations of "Ukiyo", Ned relates the paradoxical nature of Tokyo, a city at once endlessly diverting and, at times, inescapably lonely. Aside from conducting this program at the Kelly Writer's House, Ned is drawing on his travel experience in a long-form travel log, which he hopes to have published in the coming year.
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2009-2010 Grant Recipient: Emma Morgenstern (C'10)
Emma Morgenstern, a linguistics major and the editor/founder of the food writing magazine Penn Appetit , traveled to Rhodes and Thessaloniki to study the survival of Judeo-Spanish language and culture in Greece. Emma presented her work at the Writers House on January 19, 2010 .
2008-2009 Grant Recipient: Alicia Puglionesi (C'09)
The first ever winner of the Heled Travel and Research Grant, Alicia Puglionesi, researched the "Ghost Army" of World War II, an exceptional U.S. army unit who created a traveling road show—as actors with props—to deceive the German Army about the strength and location of U.S. forces. Alica presented her work at the Writers House on February 2, 2009 .
Paddle down the Mississippi to study American literary history firsthand. Track down the surviving members of the "Ghost Army" of World War II to learn about alternative, theatrical warfare. Travel to Greece or Vienna or Japan to research your linguistic roots.
We want you to go far away, to explore far out writing and research interests, to imagine a project outside the curriculum.
The winner of the Heled Travel Grant will receive $3,000 toward the costs of summer travel, for a research and writing project requiring archives, facilities, people (e.g. those to be interviewed), materials, or terrain that can only be found at a travel destination or destinations. Applicants who can describe such resources in detail will be at an advantage.
Think expansively. Priority will go toward longer trips and travel beyond North America, but any travel plan -- to any place, of any length -- will receive serious consideration based on the quality of the project.
The proposed research experience should lead specifically to a writing project of some kind, but not a senior thesis. (Students researching topics in non-humanities subjects are welcome to apply, but note that the result of the research should be a significant piece of writing.)
Who is eligible?
Any currently matriculated University of Pennsylvania junior, sophomore or freshman is eligible.
After the summer
During the fall semester after the summertime travel, the Heled Grant recipient will arrange with the Writers House to present the results of his or her research. The format of the session at the Writers House is wide open; the purpose of the event is to create a sense of excitement about students traveling for research as well as, of course, to give the winner of the grant a forum for showing off his or her achievement and telling the story of the trip.
How to apply
The deadline for applications for the Heled Travel & Research Grant is March 17,2024 (11:59 PM). Candidates should include:
Applications should be emailed to Mingo Reynolds at [email protected] .
Penn Institute for RNA Innovation
Funding Opportunities
RNA Travel Grant Program
The Institute for RNA Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, and Wistar seeks to support RNA biology research to enhance basic science, translational, and clinical studies.
Travel Grants support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers who wish to attend and/or present their research at scholarly meetings off campus and may be used to defray the cost of travel and fees.
Eligibility
- Applying graduate student or postdoctoral researcher must be mentored by a member of the Institute for RNA Innovation.
- Must be attending a major regional, national, or international conference.
- Must have travel authorization from their department prior to travel.
- Cannot have received a prior travel grant during the academic year.
- Cannot have received more than 2 prior travel grants during their tenure at Penn.
Grants may be awarded to graduate students or postdoctoral researchers who are attending and/or presenting a research paper or a poster, mentored by a faculty member, at a scholarly meeting in the field of RNA research. The Institute for RNA Innovation will provide grants of up to $1,000. Travel Grant awards may also be used for trainings, workshops, or courses in the field of RNA research. Funds may be used for registration fees, transportation, and lodging. Funding will not cover related books, materials, or meals.
Application Requirements and Procedures
Applications will be accepted year-round on a rolling basis. Applications must be submitted at least three weeks prior to the start of travel as a single PDF file.
Please label the file as ApplicantFullName_Travel_SubmissionDate.pdf and include the following materials:
- Complete a brief proposal (no more than 500 words) outlining the nature of the travel request, the level of participation, and need for funds. Applicant should also include up to 3 sentences describing professional goals.
- Letter of support from mentor.
After your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation receipt by email.
Eligibility and appropriate travel support will be determined by the Institute for RNA Innovation. A committee will review the applications and inform selected applicants within two weeks of submission.
No more than 3 awards will be issued per mentor lab in each fiscal year.
Grant Recipient Reimbursement and Requirements
- Travel claims with receipts must be submitted within 15 days of a student or postdoctoral researcher’s return.
- Airfare must be booked in World Travel/Concur.
- Book AMTRAK directly on www.amtrak.com
- Your award letter will include details about reimbursement.
- Within 15 days of return, provide follow-up information regarding the impact of attendance on research, scholarship, or other professional developmental goals. This includes a short blurb about experience for the news section of the Institute for RNA Innovation website with picture (if available).
Contact: Jill Agolino
Apply on-line here .
Spring 2024 Pilot Grant Program
RNA Pilot Grant Program
Spring 2024
The Penn Institute for RNA Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, and Wistar seek to support RNA-related basic, translational and clinical research. Towards that goal, the Institute is requesting applications for its Pilot Grants Program for Spring 2024. Pilot funding will provide initial support to establish proof of concept or extend findings to enable extramural funding and publications in the future. Priority areas, deadlines, and application guidelines are provided below.
The Spring 2024 Pilot Grant Program research priority area will be to support cross-disciplinary research that will lead to extramurally funded research in either Basic or Translational Science in the arena of RNA biology. Projects should utilize at least one of the Institute for RNA Innovation shared resource Cores or incorporate expertise from the Leadership group . The following core resources are available: mRNA Core , LNP Core , Targeting Core , and High throughput screening of Therapeutics . Access to these cores will advance grantees’ capabilities in RNA-based technologies (e.g. in design, delivery and targeting).
We encourage applicants to consult with our Core Directors early in the preparation of their application. Allocation of Core effort to assist in grant preparation will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Brief descriptions of the Cores and additional resources being offered through select leadership labs can be found below.
Basic Science applications including RNA Processing, RNA Binding Proteins, Noncoding RNAs, and Nucleoside-modifications are encouraged along with the development of tools to further the use of RNA technology to treat disease. Translational Science including relevance to prevention, diagnostics, and therapeutics for human diseases will also be accepted. Applications that seek to take novel basic science findings towards clinical development are also desired. All aspects of RNA science and biology with translational application will be considered, including mRNA, siRNA, anti-sense oligonucleotides, splicing modulation, and RNA binding proteins. Projects and teams that bridge laboratory-based research to pre-clinical studies or models and/or that extend clinical observations to the laboratory (addressing mechanisms, identifying therapeutic targets, and developing novel interventions) are strongly encouraged to apply.
We hope you will consider this opportunity to creatively apply RNA-based approaches to new and exciting questions in your research.
Program Timeline
Application Due: March 15, 2024
Decisions/Results Communicated to Applicant: May 2024
Funding of Successful Applicants Begins no later than: June 2024
Principal Investigators (PIs) for awards must have a faculty appointment at the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, or the Wistar Institute and hold the rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor, Research Professor, or Instructor. Postdoctoral trainees are also encouraged to apply, provided that a faculty sponsor includes a Letter of Support for the trainee in the application.
Proposals may not describe the same specific research that is funded by other sources during the grant period.
Budget and Duration
Individual applicants may request budgets up to $50,000 in direct costs and may propose projects lasting up to 12 months. Applicants are required to budget at least $10,000 of funds for Institute Core and/or Institute Collaboration expenses. An additional $5,000 can be requested for Core expenses with proper justification. The total equipment budget must not exceed $10,000.
Full applications must be uploaded no later than March 15, 2024 as a single PDF file. Please label the file as PIFullName_PilotSpring2024.pdf and include the following materials:
- Cover Letter: A brief cover letter from the PI containing the title of the proposal and describing the value of the project and a statement that all collaborators listed on the application agree with the proposal.
- Abstract : A brief abstract of no more than 250 words.
- NIH Biosketch: An NIH format biosketch must be submitted for the PI and Co-Is.
- Proposal: The research proposal should be one single-spaced page with one-inch margins and should include the essential background information related to the project. Please use Arial size 11 font. References should be attached to your research proposal and will not count toward your page limit. Please provide a timeline of implementation to ensure meeting all milestones by the end of the funding period.
- Budget : Please use the template budget page and provide detailed expenses. Salary support for faculty is discouraged.
- Budget Justification: Please provide a short justification for all personnel, supplies, and equipment that will be expensed to this project. Please indicate the importance of this funding to the feasibility of your research proposal. Please indicate if any other funds are available to you for the proposed research.
Applications should be uploaded here . After your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation receipt by email.
Eligibility and appropriate project support will be determined by the Institute for RNA Innovation. The application must have RNA-related research as its focus and currently not be funded by other sources.
Review Criteria
A peer review panel composed of faculty with a range of expertise will be responsible for award decisions, evaluating eligible applications competitively. The primary factors in award decisions will be the scientific merit of the proposed research and the long-term promise of the proposed research. No critiques will be provided to applicants; applicants will be informed with a review response of “Funded,” “Not funded” or “Not eligible.”
Grant Recipient Requirements
Copies of IACUC and IRB approvals will be required if an award is funded.
Those receiving a grant will be expected to become active members of the Institute for RNA Innovation research community. Both the PIs and those working on funded projects are expected to:
- Acknowledge Institute for RNA Innovation Support in publications. Any publications that are a direct result of this funding must reference: “Supported in part by the Institute for RNA Innovation of the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.”
- Self-identify as a member of the Institute for RNA Innovation on all publications emanating from the work supported by this grant.
- Use awarded funds solely to support the RNA research described in their proposal.
- Provide a progress report 30 days after the end of funding.
- Contribute a presentation on research accomplishments at a future talk/symposium hosted by the Institute for RNA Innovation.
- Provide follow-up information regarding the long-term impact of the award(s) on your overall research program and funding.
Contact: Jill Agolino
Shared Resource Cores
mRNA Core – contact: Mohamad-Gabriel Alameh, Ph.D.
Nucleoside-modified mRNA revolutionized the vaccine industry and is now being tested in multiple therapeutic indications. Variants of the canonical mRNA including self-amplifying, circular, and unmodified mRNA are being tested, and show promises depending on the application and/or indication.
The mission of the Engineered Messenger RNA (mRNA) Core of the Institute for RNA Innovation is to design and produce engineered mRNA molecules for improved expression, reduced immunogenicity, and longer half-life for therapeutic and vaccine applications. The mRNA Core produces all these reagents for research groups across the University of Pennsylvania, the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania, and the Wistar Institute. The mRNA Core offers a wealth of expertise and resources including the design and production of mRNA, upscaling of mRNA production, fluorescent modifications, and analytical and characterization assay for both the mRNA and the lipid nanoparticles.
LNP Core – contact: Michael Mitchell, Ph.D.
Delivery technologies such as lipid nanoparticles (LNP) offer significant advantages over the delivery of free RNA for various RNA therapeutic, vaccine, and basic science applications. LNP technologies protect and prevent RNA degradation in the bloodstream, avoid renal clearance of RNA, enable cellular targeting through ligand functionalization and/or the tailoring of LNP physicochemical properties, and mediate cellular entry and endosomal escape to enable RNA release in the cytoplasm.
The mission of the Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) Core of the Institute for RNA Innovation is to design and implement novel LNP technologies for a range of RNA therapeutic, vaccine, and basic science applications for research groups across the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania. The LNP Core offers a wealth of expertise and resources including combinatorial chemistry of ionizable lipids and polymers, microfluidic technologies for LNP formulation, as well as LNP characterization and scaleup for RNA vaccine and therapeutic studies.
Targeting Core – contact: Vladimir Muzykantov, M.D., Ph.D.
The targeting Core provides specialized in-depth consulting services, interactive advising, access to the reagents/equipment/methodology, and hands-on experimental help in the efforts of interested investigators pursuing site-specific delivery, cell-specific localization, and processing of the diverse therapeutic cargoes including but not limited to RNA. Targeted Drug Delivery Systems (DDSs) can include but are not limited to LNPs, liposomes, polymeric carriers, and blood cells. Units focus on targeting to immune cells (lymphocytes, stem cells, antigen presenting cells, etc.), endothelial cells, and blood cells as targets for the cardiovascular, pulmonary, CNS, spleen, and other targets. Comprehensive analysis of the produced targeted DDSs, including size, PDI, charge, stability, surface density and steric freedom of ligands on the DDS surface, avidity and specificity of binding to the target cells, uptake and effect, in diverse in vitro and in vivo studies.
High-throughput Screening Core (Affiliated Core) – contact: Sara Cherry, Ph.D.
The mission of the HTSC within the Institute for RNA Innovation is to design and implement miniaturized assays to expand and develop RNA therapeutics and better vaccines. We can also facilitate a better understanding of basic RNA biology across the University of Pennsylvania, the Children’s Hospital, and the Wistar Institute. The Core offers a wealth of expertise and resources including libraries of small molecules, genetic tools, robotics, and assay readers to explore both well-based and cell-based read-outs.
Leadership Expertise
Anguera Expertise – contact: Montserrat Anguera, Ph.D.
Montserrat Anguera’s laboratory focuses on genetic and epigenetic mechanisms of the X chromosome which contribute towards sex-biased immune responses and autoimmune diseases. Her lab can support the design of proposals investigating long noncoding RNAs such as XIST RNA, and also proposals that investigate sex differences with biological questions.
Barash Expertise – contact: Yoseph Barash, Ph.D.
The Barash lab focuses on computational modeling of RNA processing and the effect of genetic variants. Lab expertise include analyzing RNA sequencing data for splicing and APA detection and quantification, CLIP analysis, machine/deep learning models for predicting RNA splicing, sQTL, PheWAS, G-Quads and uORF detections/predictions.
Cherry Expertise – contact: Sara Cherry, Ph.D.
The Cherry laboratory is interested in emerging and globally important RNA viruses including arthropod-borne viruses and coronaviruses. The lab is interested in how these viruses are able to hijack cellular factors and evade immune recognition using only a small number of proteins. The Lab uses chemical and genetic screening technologies to perform a wide array of cell-based screens to identify antivirals and new therapeutic targets.
Liu Expertise – contact: Kathy Fange Liu, Ph.D.
Kathy Fange Liu’s laboratory delves into the intricate workings of RNA, specifically focusing on how enzymes modify and process it to regulate translation. Their expertise extends to offering a range of advanced techniques, including mass spectrometry for quantifying RNA modifications, enzymology studies to dissect enzyme function, and probing protein-RNA interactions at in vitro and cellular levels.
Lynch Expertise – contact: Kristen Lynch, Ph.D.
The Lynch laboratory studies the mechanisms of RNA processing in immune responses. Her group can assist with biochemical studies of RNA-protein interactions and the experimental quantification and characterization of alternative mRNA splicing, 3’ UTR processing and mRNA decay.
Pardi Expertise – contact: Norbert Pardi, Ph.D.
Norbert Pardi’s laboratory has extensive experience (over 10 years, ~60 published research papers) with mRNA optimization and design for mRNA vaccines and/or therapeutics.
Rivella Expertise – contact: Stefano Rivella, Ph.D.
Stefano Rivella’s laboratory focuses on translational approaches, mainly targeting HSCs and developing curative approaches for benign hematological disorders and iron/anemia-related diseases. His laboratory can support the design of proposals that require RNA-LNP delivery.
Tian Expertise – contact: Bin Tian, Ph.D.
Bin Tian’s laboratory focuses on gene expression regulation through transcriptional termination by using small molecules, antisense oligos, and CRISPR tools. In addition, the laboratory supports engineering of the 3’ untranslated region of mRNA for optimized temporal and spatial controls of protein expression.
Tolbert Expertise – contact: Blanton Tolbert, Ph.D.
The Tolbert laboratory has extensive experience in characterizing the structural dynamics of RNA, RNA-protein, and RNA-small molecule complexes. The group endeavors to understand the underlying mechanisms by which viral 5’UTRs and cellular non-coding RNAs direct assembly of functional complexes to modulate gene expression. The lab uses biophysical methods, primarily NMR spectroscopy, x-ray crystallography, SAXS, calorimetry and molecular dynamics simulations to reveal foundational principles of RNA interactions.
Fall 2023 Pilot Grant Program
Fall 2023 DEADLINE EXPIRED
The Penn Institute for RNA Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, and Wistar seeks to support RNA-related basic, translational and clinical research. Towards that goal, the Institute is requesting applications for its Pilot Grants Program for Fall 2023. Pilot funding will provide initial support to establish proof of concept. Priority areas, deadlines, and application guidelines are provided below.
The Fall 2023 Pilot Grant Program research priority area will be Translational Science with relevance to prevention, diagnostics, and therapeutics for human diseases. Applications that seek to take novel basic science findings towards clinical development are also desired. All aspects of RNA science and biology with translational application will be considered, including mRNA, siRNA, anti-sense oligonucleotides, splicing modulation, and RNA binding proteins. Projects and teams that bridge laboratory-based research to pre-clinical studies or models and/or that extend clinical observations to the laboratory (addressing mechanisms, identifying therapeutic targets, and developing novel interventions) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Funding priority will be given to collaborative groups that cross disciplines and/or draw on advances in RNA-based technologies (e.g. in design, delivery and targeting) that the Institute for RNA Innovation is fostering through its shared resource Cores ( mRNA Core , LNP Core , Targeting Core , High throughput screening of Therapeutics ) .
Application Due: September 22, 2023
Decisions/Results Communicated to Applicant: End of October, 2023
Funding of Successful Applicants Begins: November 1, 2023
Individual applicants may request budgets up to $50,000 in direct costs and may propose projects lasting up to 12 months. The total equipment budget must not exceed $10,000.
Full applications must be uploaded no later than September 22, 2023 as a single PDF file. Please label the file as PIFullName_PilotFall2023.pdf and include the following materials:
Applications should be uploaded below. After your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation receipt by email.
Fall 2023 Pilot Awardees
Spring 2023 pilot grant program.
Spring 2023 DEADLINE EXPIRED
The Institute for RNA Innovation at the University of Pennsylvania, CHOP, and Wistar seeks to support RNA biology research to enhance basic science, translational, and clinical studies. Towards that goal, the Institute for RNA Innovation requests applications for the Pilot Grant Programs available for Spring 2023. Pilot Grant Program description, deadlines, and application guidelines are provided below. We hope applicants will apply RNA-based approaches creatively to address new and exciting questions.
The Spring 2023 Pilot Grant Program research priority area will be Basic Science , including RNA Processing, RNA Binding Proteins, Noncoding RNAs, and Nucleoside-modifications. A second Pilot Grant Program will address translational science in the fall.
Funding priority will be given to collaborative groups that cross disciplines.
Full applications must be submitted no later than February 15, 2023 as a single PDF file. Please label the file as PIFullName.PilotSpring2023.pdf and include the following materials:
- Cover Letter: A brief cover letter from the PI containing the title of the proposal and describing the value of the project and a statement that all collaborators listed on the application agree with the proposal.
- NIH Biosketch: An NIH format biosketch must be submitted for the PI and Co-Is.
- Proposal: The research proposal should be one single-spaced page with one-inch margins and should include the essential background information related to the project. Please use Arial size 11 font. References should be attached to your research proposal and will not count toward your page limit. Please provide a timeline of implementation to ensure meeting all milestones by the end of the funding period.
- Budget : Please use the attached budget page and provide detailed expenses. Salary support for faculty is discouraged.
- Budget Justification: Please provide a short justification for all personnel, supplies, and equipment that will be expensed to this project. Please indicate the importance of this funding to the feasibility of your research proposal. Please indicate if any other funds are available to you for the proposed research.
Applications should be emailed to: Jill Agolino . After your submission is complete, you will receive a confirmation receipt by email.
Contact: Jill Agolino
Spring 2023 Pilot Awardees
Ohio mother who left toddler alone when she went on vacation is sentenced in child’s murder
An Ohio woman whose toddler died after she left her alone for more than a week while she went on vacation was sentenced to life in prison without parole Monday, the Cuyahoga County prosecutor said.
Kristel Candelario, 32, pleaded guilty last month t o aggravated murder and endangering children in connection with the death of her 16-month-old daughter, Jailyn, last year.
Candelario left for vacation June 6 and left Jailyn alone. She visited Detroit and Puerto Rico, the prosecutor’s office said.
When she returned on June 16, she found Jailyn dead and called police, authorities said.
Jailyn died of starvation and severe dehydration due to pediatric neglect, Dr. Elizabeth Mooney, the deputy Cuyahoga County medical examiner, said in court Monday. The manner was ruled homicide.
The child was extremely dehydrated and emaciated, weighing 13 pounds, 7 pounds less than in her last doctor's visit less than two months before, Mooney said.
Mooney, who conducted the autopsy, called Jailyn's death "one of the most tragic and unfortunate cases I’ve had in my career thus far." She said the child could have suffered for possibly a week.
In a statement Monday, prosecutor Michael C. O’Malley called Jailyn “a beautiful baby girl who was taken from this world due to her mother’s unimaginable selfishness.”
Candelario told the court Monday that “every day I ask forgiveness from God and from my daughter Jailyn.”
She also asked forgiveness from her other daughter and from her parents.
Candelario’s attorney, Derek Smith, said that no one was trying to excuse her behavior but that Candelario was struggling emotionally and was overwhelmed as a single mother of two children.
Candelario had tried to harm herself earlier in 2023 and she had been placed on antidepressants, which she stopped taking without tapering down in dosage as required, which can cause side effects, Smith told the court. Candelario was "not thinking clearly," he said.
“I am not trying to justify my actions, but nobody knew how much I was suffering and what I was going through,” Candelario said through an interpreter.
Assistant Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Anna Faraglia told the court Monday that Candelario had left Jailyn alone for two days immediately before she left on vacation.
"The thought of this child dying every day while she's having fun — humanity can't stomach that," Faraglia said. "And those are the actions that need to be punished. She abandoned her daughter and left her for dead."
In sentencing Candelario, Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Judge Brendan Sheehan noted that the police and the medical professionals involved called it one of the most horrific cases they’d ever seen.
“It stunned people across this world, because it defies one of the basic human responsibilities,” Sheehan said. He called it “the ultimate act of betrayal.”
Phil Helsel is a reporter for NBC News.
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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.
This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.
So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.
Key Takeaways:
- Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
- With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.
Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”
Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.
Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.
Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.
Boasts a rich industrial heritage.
Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.
Founded in 1916.
The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.
Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.
Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.
Known for its vibrant cultural scene.
Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.
A popular destination for nature lovers.
Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.
Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.
Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.
Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.
Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.
Boasts excellent education facilities.
The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.
A center for scientific research and innovation.
Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.
Surrounded by picturesque lakes.
The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.
Well-connected transportation system.
Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.
Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.
Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.
Home to notable architectural landmarks.
Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.
Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.
Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.
Provides a high standard of healthcare.
Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.
Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.
The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.
A hub for sports enthusiasts.
Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.
Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.
Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.
Electric power played a significant role in its early development.
Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.
Boasts a thriving economy.
The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.
Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.
The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.
Popular destination for winter sports.
Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.
Promotes environmental sustainability.
Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.
Home to renowned educational institutions.
Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.
Committed to cultural preservation.
The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.
Hosts an annual International Film Festival.
The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.
Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.
Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.
Offers a range of housing options.
Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.
Home to notable sports teams.
Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.
Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.
Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.
Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.
Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.
Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.
Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.
Commemorates historical events.
The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.
Promotes sports and youth development.
Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.
Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.
Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.
Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.
The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.
Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.
The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.
A city with a bright future.
Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.
In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.
Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?
A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.
Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?
A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.
Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?
A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.
Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?
A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.
Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?
A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.
Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?
A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.
Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?
A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.
Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?
A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.
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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations
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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.
Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.
Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.
The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.
Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2
Moscow subways are very clean
To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow. Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.
The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:
1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.
2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.
Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station
Revolution Square Metro Station
3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.
Arbatskaya Metro Station
4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.
Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station
5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.
Kievskaya Metro Station
6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.
Novoslobodskaya metro station
7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.
Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station
8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.
Mayakovskaya station
One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station
9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.
10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.
Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .
Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.
Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.
January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am
An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂
December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm
Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?
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