Centennial Travel Award in Basic Science Tropical Disease Research Frequently Asked Questions

1. Question: Is citizenship of the U.S. or Canada required?
   Answer: No. Citizenship of the U.S. or Canada is not a requirement. As long as the applicant is enrolled at an accredited U.S or Canadian institution, they are eligible to apply for the fellowship.


2. Question: Is the award only for those studying parasitic diseases?
   Answer: No, it is for all areas of tropical medicine and hygiene including immunology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology and entomology.


3. Question: How long is the overseas requirement?
   Answer: A minimum of six months must be spent at the overseas site.


4. Question: Are individuals holding DVM or equivalent degrees eligible to apply for the Centennial Travel Award?
   Answer: Yes, individuals holding DVM or equivalent degrees are eligible to apply.


5. Question: Is an applicant with an affiliation at an American institute located outside North America, eligible to apply for the fellowship?
   Answer: At this time, applicants must be a full-time postdoctoral fellow (PhD, MD, DVM or the equivalent) enrolled at a U.S. or Canadian institution.


6. Question: I am currently a PhD student, but am writing my thesis and am expected to defend in October.  I have a position for my post-doctoral fellowship and will be starting it in November.  Can I still apply for the travel award or am I ineligible as I am not currently a post-doc?
   Answer: Yes, you may apply; however, confirmation of enrollment in a PhD program will be required.


7. Question: What expenses do the award funds cover?
   Answer: The award is made to the applicant’s home institution and is meant to offset costs associated with travel, living and research expenses.  It does not cover institutional overhead.