What is the purpose of the scholarship?
This scholarship, supported by Novartis aims to encourage the exchange of best practice amongst centres of cystic fibrosis (CF) patient care. It gives CF nurses the opportunity to develop their ideas within the stimulating research environment provided by CF centres of excellence.

Why should I apply for this scholarship?
…a unique research opportunity

  • Carry out research in another CF centre anywhere in the world
  • Learn more about techniques shown to improve patient care
  • Develop your research expertise
  • Exchange knowledge with other CF professionals
  • Contribute to improvements in CF patient care
…a valuable professional development experience
  • Your will receive EUR 2,500 towards cost of the exchange
  • Winner announced at the prestigious European CF Society Conference
  • Present and discuss your research at the European CF Society Conference
  • PR opportunity to promote your work and your CF centre
  • Your research report will be distributed amongst INSG members and will available on the INSG website

Can I apply?
You are eligible if you are a nurse specialising in the care of CF patients and a member of the International Nurse Specialist Group .
You can apply from anywhere in the world. If you are currently working outside Europe, however, you must arrange to undertake your placement in a CF centre of excellence in Europe.
A one-off payment of GBP30 or EUR20 is payable to join the International Nurse Specialist group. This can be done using the scholarship application form

Timelines for the 2006 Best Care Scholarship
Closing date for applications: December 1st, 2005
Winner notified: January 31st, 2006
Research project carried out: By June 2006
Presentation of findings: ECFC June 2006

Where should I return my application?
Completed forms together with a full CV in support of your application can be submitted by post, or preferably by email or fax to:
Susan Madge, Nurse Consultant, The Royal Brompton Hospital, Sydney Street, London SW3 6NP, UK. s.madge@rbh.nthames.nhs.uk

I have submitted my application form. What happens next?
An international panel consisting of 5 members of the International Nurse Specialist Group and two CF clinicians will review all the applications. You will then be notified of the outcome of your application by January 31st, 2005.

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