How to Apply - Application Procedures

Application forms are available online. Click here to download a Microsoft Word formatted copy of the application, or click here to download a PDF formatted copy of the application. Application forms are also available from the Office of the Dean at sponsoring medical schools in California or directly from the A. P. Giannini Foundation.

The deadline for submitting an application to the 2009 Fellowship Program is November 30, 2008. The Foundation will not consider late applications nor accept applications submitted by email or fax.

Applicants should work closely with their principal investigator and grants officer in preparing the application. It is important for principal investigators (prospective supervisors) and referees to submit their communications to the Foundation in a timely manner.

Reference Letters
The Foundation requires three reference letters from professors, supervisors or collaborators who are familiar with the candidate’s work during the past three years. One of the three references for candidates who hold a Ph.D. degree must be the doctoral thesis advisor.

The candidate’s principal investigator (prospective supervisor) cannot be one of the three references.

Referees should comment on the candidate’s scientific background, achievements and ability to contribute to the field of research. The Foundation must receive all reference letters by November 30, 2008.

Application Items
The completed application includes one copy of the following documents. (Please do not staple any documents.)

2009 Application Form.

Curriculum Vitae and Bibliography of Publications.
Please do not send copies of published articles, colored photographs or other visuals.

Non-technical Statement (Not to exceed 200 words).
Title and brief description of the proposed research for non-scientific audience.

Significance of the Proposed Research (Not to exceed one page).
Describe the practical application of the research beyond the laboratory and the potential to help advance the translation of basic biomedical sciences into new treatments, preventions and cures for human diseases and contribute to the alleviation of human suffering.

Technical Statement of the Proposed Research (Not to exceed five pages, excluding bibliography).
Outline the significance of the research problem, the hypotheses, methodology, expected results and the dates when the research will begin and be completed.

Curriculum Vita of Principal Investigator (Not to exceed two pages)
Include a list public and private of research grants and institutional funding.

Endorsement Letter from the Principal Investigator.
The principal investigator (prospective supervisor) should
comment on the significance of the candidate's proposed research and research potential and indicate her/his willingness to:

• Accept the candidate if awarded a fellowship.
• Supervise the fellow's research training.
• Guarantee adequate laboratory space, equipment and supplies.
• Reimburse an out-of-state candidate for travel expenses to California for an interview.

All applications and reference letters should be sent to:

John and Ken Blum, Administrative Directors A. P. Giannini Foundation 57 Post Street, Suite 510 San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 981-2966