The Canadian Association of Gastroenterology (CAG), in collaboration with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Canada (CCFC), is pleased to announce the Summer Student Scholarships for Research in Gastroenterology. These scholarships are designed to provide short-term financial support for undergraduates who wish to obtain introductory training in research in the field of Gastroenterology.  The successful candidate will be expected to work full time on a research project under the supervision of a qualified investigator for ~ 4 months (May-August); the stipend is $7,000.

Ivan Beck Memorial Summer Studentship Award:

The CAG and the Canadian Digestive Health Foundation (CDHF) are honoured to introduce the Ivan Beck Memorial Summer Studentship Award.  The top ranked applicant will be awarded the Ivan Beck Memorial Summer Studentship Award which includes an additional stipend of $1,000.  This award is in recognition of Dr. Ivan Beck, one of the founding members of the CAG (1962) and the CDHF (1995).

The 2012 Competition is now open

The deadline for applications is January 31^st (or the first day after, if January 31^st is not a work day).

Award notification will occur by March 31^st and funding will be provided by May 1^st.

The guidelines / application form can be downloaded by clicking this link.