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NIDCR Predoctoral to Postdoctoral Transition Award for a Diverse Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research Workforce (F99/K00 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

List of required information for application:

1. Personal information: Name, contact information, citizenship status, and demographic information.

2. Background information: Educational background, including undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

3. Research plan: Detailed proposal outlining the research project to be conducted during the predoctoral and postdoctoral training period. This should include specific aims, research objectives, methods, expected outcomes, and relevance to dental, oral, and craniofacial research.

4. Statement of interest: Explanation of the applicant's interest in dental, oral, and craniofacial research, and how the proposed research aligns with their career goals.

5. Letters of recommendation: At least three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant's academic and research abilities.

6. Curriculum vitae (CV): A detailed CV highlighting the applicant's education, research experiences, publications, presentations, honors, awards, and professional memberships.

7. Transcripts: Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

8. Institutional support: Documentation of support and commitment from the applicant's current institution, including a statement from the department or program chair.

9. Mentor support: Letters of support from the proposed predoctoral and postdoctoral mentors, outlining their commitment to the applicant's training and research.

10. Diversity statement: A personal statement explaining how the applicant promotes diversity and inclusion in their academic and research activities.

11. Budget: A detailed budget plan outlining the requested funds for the F99 and K00 phases, including justification for each expense.

12. Other support: Documentation of any other sources of financial support received or anticipated during the F99 and K00 phases.

13. Human subjects research: If applicable, information on approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for research involving human subjects.

14. Animal subjects research: If applicable, information on approval from the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) for research involving animal subjects.

15. Training plan: Detailed plan outlining the applicant's intended training activities during the F99 and K00 phases, including coursework, seminars, workshops, and other professional development activities.

16. Career development plan: Outline of the applicant's long-term career goals in dental, oral, and craniofacial research, and how the proposed training will help them achieve those goals.

17. Research environment: Description of the research environment where the applicant will conduct the proposed research, including facilities, resources, and collaborations available.

18. Responsible conduct of research:

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