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International Team Studies South African Plant for HIV/AIDS
Could a plant that is unique to South Africa, and used as a traditional medicine there, be helpful to people with HIV/AIDS? A research team on two continents is working to find out.

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If you are an exceptionally talented, knowledgeable and motivated individual with excellent knowledge of NIH training and career development programs; have scientific expertise in basic or clinical research that you wish to apply toward advancing the mission of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), and ability to work as a member of and provide leadership for a team, within and across groups and organizations, AND you want to play a significant role in a dynamic organization, then consider joining NCCAM’s Division of Extramural Research! The Division develops and oversees NCCAM-funded research and research training programs conducted across the country and around the world.

The deadline for applications is Friday, January 11, 2008.

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After January 8, the "error correction window" for NIH eSubmission will be the two business days (Mon.–Fri., excluding Federal holidays) that follow the receipt deadline of the Funding Opportunity Announcement.

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The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), will conduct a 3-day grantsmanship workshop. This workshop will provide researchers, fellows, and graduate students with an in-depth understanding of the NIH grants and review processes, clarify Federal regulations and policies, and highlight areas of special interest and concern.

Emphasis will be placed on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) research. The workshop will include time to interact and discuss research ideas with NCCAM staff. Due to limited space, attendees will be selected through an application process.

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