The purpose of the fellowship is to promote the awareness of peritoneal dialysis by encouraging qualified individuals to extend their knowledge and expertise of peritoneal dialysis by visiting a centre of excellence for up to 3 months.
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( votes)International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis (ISPD) advances knowledge of peritoneal dialysis and promote the advancement of such knowledge through international scientific meetings and publications.
Scholarship Description:
- Application Deadline: 31 March and 30 September
- Course Level: Fellowships are available to extend the knowledge and expertise of peritoneal dialysis by visiting a centre of excellence for up to 3 months.
- Study Subject: Fellowships are awarded in the field of awareness of peritoneal dialysis.
- Scholarship Award: Awards are given for up to $3000 for 2 to 3 months of study. The funds are to be used to support travel and living expenses and for educational expenses during the visit to the host institution.
- Number of Scholarships: Not known
- Nationality: Applicants of developing countries
- Scholarship can be taken in Belgium
Eligibility for the Scholarship:
- Eligible Countries: Applicants of developing countries can apply for these fellowships.
- Entrance Requirements: Applications are encouraged from developing countries. ISPD members, as well as non-members, may apply. From developed countries, only individuals younger than 40 years of age are eligible.
- English Language Requirements: Applicants must be fluent in English.
Application Procedure:
How to Apply: Applicants can apply by post or email.
- Scholarships are awarded annually in 2 rounds (May and November). The deadline for applications is 31 March and 30 September. Applicants have to submit a completed application form [word][pdf], together with an application letter justifying the application, a curriculum vitae, a letter of acceptance from the institution to be visited, and a letter from the home institution director/supervisor supporting the application. All this information has to be submitted via e-mail to admin-at-ispd.org. Applicants should clearly specify the duration and intent of their visit, future plans after the visit, and the rationale for the amount of funding requested.