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2005 FROM RESEARCH TO PRACTICE: |
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Methodological Issues in Health Research 2 weeks Reproductive Health 4 weeks |
14 February 2005 – 25 March 2005
organised by
the Geneva Foundation
for Medical Education and Research
(WHO Collaborating Centre in Education and Research in Human Reproduction),
the International Association of Maternal and Neonatal Health (IAMANEH)
and
the UNDP/UNFPA/WHO/World Bank Special Programme for Research
in Human Reproduction,
Department of Reproductive Health and Research, Family and Community Health
Cluster (WHO/RHR),
in collaboration with
the
Department of Health
of the Canton of Geneva,
the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Geneva
and
the Geneva Medical
Association
Organisation and Structure
The Geneva Foundation for Medical Education
and Research, the
International Association for Maternal and Neonatal Health (IAMANEH) and
the Department of Reproductive Health and Research, WHO – in collaboration with the Department
of Health of the Canton of Geneva, the Faculty of Medicine of the
University of Geneva and the Geneva Medical Association - are accepting applications
to the Course : From Research to Practice: Postgraduate Training in
Research in
Reproductive Health. The purpose of this
course is to provide postgraduate training in clinical research in reproductive health,
to educate graduates in research methodology and to acquaint trainees
with the most recent technological advances in their areas of research.
The course is aimed at participants already involved in a
research/research synthesis projects wanting to complete their project for
publication or submission.
The course is structured as follows:
Methodological Issues in Health Research (2 weeks) covering: study designs, critical appraisal, screening, research synthesis, strategies for data analysis.
This two-weeks course is followed by the module Reproductive Health (4 weeks), covering: Basic Pathophysiological Principles, Genetics, Family Planning; Infertility, Gynaecological Endocrinology and Menopause, Genital Infections/Sexually Transmitted Infections and Cancer , and Obstetrics.
The course is given by lecturers from the organising institutions and other invited speakers.
The course will lead to a Certificate which can be obtained after 5 weeks intensive training followed by oral and written exams.
Dates of the Course
14 February 2005 – 25 March 2005
Eligibility
Students who want to undertake training in Methodological Issues in Health Research; and Reproductive Medicine must fulfil the following requirements:
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have a Doctor’s degree in Medicine
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have a profound knowledge of English
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being involved in research (e.g. in an ongoing research project, preparing a PhD or similar)
Documentation
In order to apply for the course and be considered by the course organisers, the following documents are required:
a completed application form which can be obtained at the following site: Application form
curriculum vitae, including sections on: your current and previous positions; responsibilities in research, teaching and clinical work; the institution in which you work; and a list of publications (if available)
a certified copy of the diploma in medicine; and additional diplomas
a letter of motivation stating clearly interests and reasons for applying to the course (one A4 page maximum)
a 1-2 page summary of the research project/thesis that will be completed/written up as part of the exams
an official attestation confirming proficiency in the English language
two letters of reference, preferably one from the candidate's current employer.
if possible, an introduction by the candidate's Head of Department stating her/his current role and future involvement in the country's National Reproductive Health Programme
All application documents should be sent electronically except copies of diplomas, copy of attestation of English language proficiency and letters of reference, which should be sent by post or by fax. The deadline for receipt of applications is 1 November 2004.
Documents to be dispatched by post/fax should be sent to:
Postgraduate Course in Reproductive Health
Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research
3, Route de Florissant
CH-1206 Geneva
Switzerland
Fax: +0041.22.346.78.34
Only completed applications will be considered.
Deadline for Receipt of Applications
1 November 2004
Costs
There is no tuition fee for the course.
Study Grants
Through contributions from several donor organisations, the course organisers are making available a limited number of study grants, which will be offered to selected students to meet some of the cost of their participation in the course.
Additional Information
Contact
The Administrative Office of the Postgraduate Course
Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research
E-mail: secretariat@gfmer.ch
Edited by Aldo Campana,