This is the week to submit an application for the remarkable experience of hosting one of the two 2016 SOT Global Senior Scholars. The Host application deadline is September 15, 2015. The goal of the Global Senior Scholar Exchange Program (GSSEP) is to increase toxicology capacity in developing countries by providing opportunities for senior scientists in those countries to foster professional relationships with SOT members in established toxicology programs. Any member who is affiliated with an established toxicology program is eligible to apply
Oladipo Ademuyiwa, PhD, is Department of Biochemistry chair and professor of biochemical toxicology at the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, Nigeria. Dr. Ademuyiwa’s research program is centered on metabolic effects of metals with potential occupational and environmental exposure, specifically lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury.
Wafa Hassen, PhD, is Lecturer in the Department of Cellular Physiology and Toxicology at the High Institute of Biotechnology of Monastir, Tunisia. Dr. Hassen’s research focuses on mechanisms of myeloma drug resistance and human disease related to mycotoxins in food.
As well as strengthening research, both Scholars are interested in establishing stronger toxicology curricula at their institutions.
For more information about each Scholar to see if you would be a good Host match, SOT members can review the Scholar applications. Open the “2016 Global Senior Scholars Awardees” box on the Global Scholar page and the link to the application is under the information about each Scholar.
The award provides support for the Scholars to attend the SOT Annual Meeting and subsequently spend about four weeks with one or more hosts from academic, government, or industry organization(s). The Host will in turn visit the Senior Scholar’s institution to engage in teaching, curriculum development, or other activities intended to build training and research capacity in toxicology. The program provides up to $15,000 for each pair, with up to $10,000 travel support for the Senior Scholar, and up to $5,000 for the Host.
More information about the candidates and the program are found at Global Senior Scholar Exchange Program. Questions may be directed to Betty Eidemiller.