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Funding Opportunities

The Fetzer Institute
www.fetzer.org

Kenneth A. Klivington Fellowship in Biodynamics

Each year, the Fetzer Institute offers a two-year postdoctoral research fellowship in theoretical bioelectromagnetics. The purpose of the fellowship is to strengthen the theoretical understanding of the interactions between weak electromagnetic fields and biological systems. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of principles of nonlinear dynamics to the proposed research.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in an appropriate discipline. Candidates make arrangements to work in the laboratory of a senior scientist who conducts experimental research (in order to foster collaboration between theoreticians and experimental scientists).

The fellowship provides a salary commensurate with the candidate's experience and includes an allowance for research expenses and travel. The Fetzer Institute does not provide indirect costs to the host institution.

Click here to learn more about the Biodynamics Program and recipients of the Kenneth A. Klivington Fellowship in Biodynamics.

The Fetzer Institute posts the full application for this award each December.

Goldman Philanthropic Partnerships
www.goldmanpartnerships.org

Private Funding Partnerships Key to Research for a Cure
from www.goldmanpartnerships.org/current.html

"To generate cures for cancer and other catastrophic diseases, a new suburban Chicago foundation plans to raise funds for innovative research by forging partnerships between private donors and innovative researchers. The Goldman Philanthropic Partnerships, a 501 (c)(3) foundation, will offer donors an opportunity to target their funding to specific, groundbreaking research projects with creative researchers.

[...]

By applying business principles to the research process, the foundation has established a new method of moving promising research forward through the concept of Inspired Ventures. Modeled after the limited partnership and venture capital business models, Inspired Ventures are comprised of dedicated donors, creative research investigators, and the Partnerships contribution and/or ongoing management. Inspired Ventures are developed as follows:

A potentially important and unique research project is identified. Scientific advisors are then selected to validate the science. Prospective funding partners are then introduced to the research and researcher. During this introduction, scientific goals and potential benefits are identified so that the philanthropist can both understand and relate to the chosen project(s).
The researcher is then given an appropriate funding commitment and work is initiated on the new Venture.
At designated times during the course of each research project, the Partnerships provides evaluation to determine if the Venture should be continued or modified.
If approved, the research may move on to the next stage of funding.

According to the Goldmans, the ultimate goal is to develop an Inspired Venture portfolio that will include visionary programs, unique treatments, and breakthrough research from around the country and the world.

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In October 2001, the Partnerships will become the largest sponsor of Comprehensive Cancer Care 2001, which is also funded by the American Cancer Society, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and the University of Texas-Houston Medical School. This integrative medicine conference is spearheaded by James Gordon, MD, chair of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy and founder of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine. The conference will feature 80 leading practitioners who will offer three days of workshops for over 2,000 cancer specialists and patients."

Computerized Qigong Database - Version 6.0

From: Kenneth M. Sancier, PhD
Founder & Chairman of Board, Qigong Institute

Computerized Qigong Database

Upgraded to Version 6.0

Available on CD for Windows and Mac

Search 2050 Citations from Original Sources for

Clinical and Experimental Research on Qigong

Available through the Qigong Institute

URL: http://www.qigonginstitute.org

Many of you have expressed interest in an updated version of the Computerized Qigong Database. I am happy to report that after many months of volunteer labor at the non-profit Qigong Institute, the Computerized Qigong Database has been updated to V 6.0. We have added about 25% more citations than the previous V 5.0, so now you can search 2050 references in English from this collection of clinical and experimental research studies on Qigong. The Computerized Qigong Database is provided on a CD suitable for Macintosh and Windows compatible computers.

Of substantial importance now is the growing Western medical interest in Eastern studies, and the Qigong Database has been designed specifically to serve as your most valuable tool to pursue your field of interest.

The Qigong Database is a collection of abstracts from about 20 international conferences and more than 100 scientific journals. Using any key word(s), you can cross reference the entire collection and learn how Qigong has been applied to treat chronic conditions such as hypertension, aging, asthma and cardiovascular disease. Understanding which research studies have been completed or are still in progress will be simple to determine.

Since the 1980's Chinese scientists have carried out extensive clinical and experimental research on many medical applications of Qigong. As a result, the health benefits of Qigong are well documented. Exercises performed by the 'average person' as well as Qi emitted by Qigong Masters while treating their patients are clearly demonstrated in the Qigong Database. Citations in the Database encompass the period from 1986 to 2002.

The Qigong Database has been used as source material for six books, four dissertations and numerous research studies. Its feedback from medical practitioners, scientists and the public has been overwhelmingly supportive. This collection of scientific research abstracts in English is too large and significant to ignore.

Complete details about the Computerized Qigong Database and an order form can be viewed and downloaded from the web site of the Qigong Institute http://www.qigonginstitute.org
For your convenience you may pay by credit card. A special discount is available for those who purchased V. 5.0.

Thank you for your interest in the health benefits of Qigong and for your support of the Qigong Institute.

Sincerely,

Kenneth M. Sancier, PhD

Founder & Chairman of Board, Qigong Institute

The Qigong Institute aims to serve the public through educational and research programs. The information we provide is supported by memberships, sale of materials, and donations. Please visit our website <http://www.qigonginstitute.org>

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Wanting to hear from 
1. Medical astrologers and intuitive diagnosticians/healers who would be 
interested in contributing (anonymously if you wish) your experiences in 
diagnosing and treating chronic fatigue and other immune deficiency 
syndromes (CFIDS). 
2. Your recommendations of others who might participate.
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