BSF Iris L. Gonzalez Prize - Application Form

Thank you for your interest in the Iris L. Gonzalez Prize.

Applications are open from July 17, 2023 and ALL applications must be submitted by October 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM U.S. Eastern Standard Time for consideration.

Eligibility:

Researchers of all career stages from anywhere in the world are welcome to apply. The Prize actively seeks applications from trainees and early-stage researchers. Applicants may apply as Individuals or as a team.
Applicants ideally possess the relevant expertise and qualifications in their respective fields required to demonstrate the feasibility of their project.
Awardee(s) will present their results at BSF’s 2024 International Scientific, Medical and Family Conference.

Data:

Access the database files here.

Data disclaimer: As with many manually composed datasets, the Human TAFAZZIN Variants Database may contain some ambiguities and missing values. Users should acknowledge these features of the dataset may be complications for analysis. Competitors are encouraged think outside the box about ways to reformat and expand (e.g., through data mining from external sources) database as necessary for their proposals as well as finding a balance between filtering ambiguities out and/or maintaining them as the input data to maximize the power of their analyses.

Review:
Applications received by the deadline will undergo a thorough review process conducted by the Prize’s Organizing and Review Committee (ORC). Evaluation criteria will include scientific merit, innovation, feasibility, potential impact, and alignment with the mission of BSF. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview in January 2024 to further discuss their research proposal. Winner will be announced in late February/early March 2024.

Contact:
Reach out to Melissa Huang, PhD (melissa.huang@barthsyndrome.org) if you have any questions.

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* 1. Applicant's Full Name (First, Middle (if applicable), Last)

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* 2. Applicant's Contact Information

E-mail Address

Phone Number (including area code)

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* 3. Position and Professional Affiliation/Organization

(Examples: Postdoctoral fellow at XYZ Children's Hospital; Data Analyst at 123 Foundation; Genetic Counseling Trainee at ABC University)

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* 4. Address of Professional Affiliation/Organization

Name of Professional Affiliation/Organization

Address

Address 2

City/Town

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

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* 5. How did you hear about the Iris L. Gonzalez Prize?

BSF's Website, Email, or Social Media Post

Colleagues/Peers

Mailing List (please specify. e.g., AHA Listserv, University email)

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* 6. At the end of this application, you will be asked to fill out a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion survey. If you wish to OPT OUT, please indicate so here.

Yes, I am interested in taking the survey.

No, I wish to OPT OUT.

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* 7. Project Title

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* 8. Lay Summary (250 words maximum)

Describe your project as a lay summary to our affected community and how the project aligns with BSF’s mission and the expected impact of your research findings.

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* 9. Project Description (1330 word count or 3-page maximum in total across ALL sections)

Fonts must be 12-point or larger (smaller text in figures is acceptable). Margins must be 1" throughout. Examples of acceptable fonts include Arial, Times New Roman, Helvetica. Document can be single spaced with double space between paragraphs.

Please upload your project description which should include the following elements:

Background and Rationale: Describe the background and significance of the proposed research project to BTHS, emphasizing the gaps or limitations in current knowledge that the project aims to address.

Objectives: State the specific aims of the proposed research project, outlining the key research questions or hypotheses to be addressed.

Methodology and Approach: Provide a description of the methodology and approach that will be employed to achieve the project aims (e.g., what additional data sources, programs/tools, statistical models, techniques will be used). Highlight the innovative aspects of the proposed approach and explain how it differs from traditional methods.

Expected Timeline and Outcomes: How long do you anticipate you need to conduct the research and what results are expected?

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* 10. Dissemination Plan (No more than 3-4 sentences)

Alongside your presentation of the findings at the 2024 Barth Syndrome Foundation International Scientific, Medical, and Family Conference, please indicate if you have additional dissemination plans (e.g., publication in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at other scientific conferences).

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* 11. NIH Biographical Sketch or Equivalent

Provide your biographical sketch, emphasizing your qualifications, expertise, and research experience. Highlight any relevant publications, achievements, or previous contributions to Barth syndrome or related disciplines. Alternatively, you may provide a CV or resume.

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Professional References:
Please list the names and contact information of your professional references (up to 3). Ideally, these are individuals who can attest to your qualifications, the importance of the proposed research, or the potential impact of the findings.

Alternatively, you may provide a letter of reference (up to 3) if you prefer. Please have your recommenders email letters to Melissa Huang (melissa.huang@barthsyndrome.org).

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* 12. Reference 1:

Full Name

Position and Affiliation/Organization

Email Address

Phone Number (including area code)

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* 13. Reference 2:

Full Name

Position and Affiliation/Organization

Email Address

Phone Number (including area code)

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* 14. Reference 3:

Full Name

Position and Affiliation/Organization

Email Address

Phone Number (including area code)

BSF Iris L. Gonzalez Prize - Application Form

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* 1. Applicant's Full Name (First, Middle (if applicable), Last)

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* 2. Applicant's Contact Information

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* 3. Position and Professional Affiliation/Organization(Examples: Postdoctoral fellow at XYZ Children's Hospital; Data Analyst at 123 Foundation; Genetic Counseling Trainee at ABC University)

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* 4. Address of Professional Affiliation/Organization

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* 5. How did you hear about the Iris L. Gonzalez Prize?

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* 6. At the end of this application, you will be asked to fill out a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion survey. If you wish to OPT OUT, please indicate so here.

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* 7. Project Title

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* 8. Lay Summary (250 words maximum)Describe your project as a lay summary to our affected community and how the project aligns with BSF’s mission and the expected impact of your research findings.

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* 12. Reference 1:

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* 13. Reference 2:

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* 14. Reference 3:

* 3. Position and Professional Affiliation/Organization

(Examples: Postdoctoral fellow at XYZ Children's Hospital; Data Analyst at 123 Foundation; Genetic Counseling Trainee at ABC University)

* 8. Lay Summary (250 words maximum)

Describe your project as a lay summary to our affected community and how the project aligns with BSF’s mission and the expected impact of your research findings.