Please join us in congratulating Sammy Dhaliwal, who was recently awarded a one-year R36 dissertation grant from the NIH, entitled "The role of sleep disturbance in the development of perinatal depression". Her study will examine the role of negative daily stress appraisals, as a pathway through which deficient sleep gives rise to perinatal depression. Sammy's advisor at GW is Dr. Mimi Le, with co-advisor Dr. Daniel Lewin at Children's National Medical Center.
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GWU Psych Dept Undergrad Summer Research Fellowship (USRF)
*** Next deadline is April 10, 2018 ***
Overview
Through the generous support of an anonymous donor, the GW Psychology Department Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship (USRF) gives promising undergraduate psychology majors the opportunity to engage in a well-defined research project under the mentorship of a Psychology faculty member. Research experiences not only provide challenges and depth to students' education, but they also strengthen their applications for nationally competitive fellowships and for graduate and professional schools.
All research projects must be undertaken with ongoing input and direction from the faculty mentor. It is expected that the student and mentor will discuss their expectations regarding the time commitments of both parties, scope of research, and anticipated results (e.g., papers, presentations, performances, etc.) and arrive at a mutually agreeable understanding. In many cases, this will involve working with the mentor on an established study in the mentor’s lab.
Eligibility
Student applicants must be full-time undergraduate students at GW who are majoring in psychology. Note: Recipients must be enrolled at GW throughout the tenure of the award. Faculty mentors must be tenured or tenure-track faculty in the GW Department of Psychology.
Funding
The USRF provides an award of $4,000 meant to support the student’s research-related expenditures, which may include living expenses, travel, materials, and equipment.
Faculty mentors receive a stipend of $500. These funds can be used to support activities directly related to this research project (e.g., supporting travel, equipment, supplies, etc.).
Award Period
Activities supported by this award can begin as early as May 21, 2018. They must be completed by August 25, 2018.
Application Deadline
Applications must be received by April 10, 2018.
Application Materials
Applications need to include:
- Completed application form.
- Statement of support for you and your research activity from the Psychology faculty member overseeing the experience
- Unofficial GW transcript (please provide a screen shot; no transcripts from GWEB).
Selection Process
The Psychology Department Selection Committee, which includes faculty members from the three department programs, will review applications and make decisions on funding. Recipients must let the Department know if they receive funding for the same activity from another source; the award may need to be reduced.
Final Report
The recipient must submit a report at the end of the funding period explaining how the funds were used, and any activities or outcomes that the funds made possible.
Contact Carol Sigelman (carol@gwu.edu) for a copy of the application form.
GWU Psych Dept Undergrad Research & Service Grants (URSG)
*** Next Deadline is April 10, 2018 ***
Overview
The Department of Psychology Undergraduate Research and Service Grant (URSG) program is designed to support undergraduate psychology majors who are exploring psychological research and psychological services as possible career paths. Students may apply for up to $500 to cover relevant expenses.
Eligible Research and Services Experiences
Students engaging in the following activities are eligible for URSG funding:
- Research with Department of Psychology faculty, through research internship (enrolled in PSYC 3591), independent study (PSYC 4591), as a research assistant paid with other funds, or through uncredited volunteer activities.
- Psychological research conducted by investigators outside of the Psychology department or the university, when coordinated through Psychology faculty via research internship (PSYC 3591), independent study (PSYC 4591), or through non-course learning plans (see below).
- Service placements coordinated by Department of Psychology faculty, through field internships (PSYC 3592) or CCAS service learning (CCAS 2154).
- Service placements within the Department of Psychology Meltzer Center, whether on a funded or volunteer basis.
Non-course learning plans: Some students may find opportunities for participating in psychological research projects being conducted outside the Psychology Department, but not wish to enroll in PSYC 3591 or PSYC 4591. These students can apply for URSG funding if they are able to find a member of the Psychology faculty willing to provide oversight of the experience. This would include helping the student develop a written learning plan with their research supervisors that outlines the commitments and responsibilities of both the student and the research team. It would also include the Psychology faculty member being available to help the student negotiate with the research team if problems arise.
Allowed Expenses
URSG funds may be used for any expense associated with participation in the research or service activity. These expenses can include travel to and from the performance site, materials and subject payments for research projects, or expenses associated with attending scientific or professional services conferences or trainings directly relevant to the student’s research or service experience, including presentation of posters or papers. It can also include costs of background checks required by some service settings. URSG funds may also be used for hourly wages of students who have a paid position under the work-study program as a research assistant with a Psychology Department faculty member or with the Meltzer Center.
Application Deadlines
There are three deadlines for 2018, corresponding to funding for activities during the spring, summer, and fall:
- 2018 Spring Semester: Friday, January 19, 2018.
- 2018 Summer: Tuesday, April 10, 2018
- 2018 Fall Semester: September 7, 2018
Application Materials
Applications need to include:
- Completed application form.
- Statement of support from the Psychology faculty member overseeing the experience
- Unofficial GW transcript (please provide a screen shot; no transcripts from GWEB).
Selection Process
The Psychology Department Selection Committee, which includes faculty members from the three department programs, will review applications and make decisions on funding. Recipients must let the Department know if they receive funding for the same activity from another source; the award may need to be reduced.
Final Report
Each recipient must submit a report at the end of the funding period explaining how the funds were used, and any activities or outcomes that the funds made possible.
Contact Carol Sigelman (carol@gwu.edu) for a copy of the application form.
