Top Canadian Achievements in Health Research

CIHR welcomes applications from individuals or teams working in Canada in the health field, including: health researchers; health professionals; administrators and those involved in public health or public policy.  Applications will also be accepted from Canadians working abroad.  This new competition will recognize Canadian health research achievements that have had a significant impact on health, health care, and health research by improving our understanding of health and human diseases, tackling health challenges, and improving our health system.  CIHR has partnered with the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) to showcase significant Canadian achievements.  The Top Health Research Achievements as selected by an independent review committee will be considered for publication in the CMAJ.  Applications must be submitted to CIHR by December 31, 2008.

For more information about the competition or the application process, please refer to the Top Canadian Achievements in Health Research.
You may also contact CIHR at 613-952-8965 or by e-mail at geoffrey.hynes [at] cihr-irsc.gc.ca .