Tropical Disease Research Program in Ecuador
The International Research Training program evolves from 9 years of experience providing multidisciplinary training in research methodology to students from the USA, Europe and Latin America. The course takes place in the context of the efforts by the Tropical Disease Institute to combat Chagas disease in Ecuador. The course is taught in English and will provide participants with a solid background and skills to conduct interdisciplinary research in an international setting, while improving their Spanish language skills.
The Tropical Disease Research Program field activities will provide practical training on the many aspects related to multidisciplinary field research implementation within the Chagas disease research project.
Students participate in the course work and as volunteer research assistants. Field work will be conducted in the various aspects of the project. Specific activities will depend on the component chosen by each participant and will support the main research activities of the overall project.
A full description of this program is available on the Tropical Disease Institute website.
Program dates
June 21 – August 1, 2010
(programs of 2 – 6 weeks available within this timeframe)
Eligibility and enrollment
This multidisciplinary research course is open to undergraduate, graduate and medical students interested in international studies, health and medicine, the environment, international development, health education, international relief work, biology, engineering, political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, economics, and others.
Enrollment is limited. Admission is determined by Dr. Grijalva based on direct communication with interested individuals.
Application deadline
April 15, 2010.
Courses and credits
The number of credits available will vary with length of participation and will match the student's academic program needs. A non-credit option is available for non-OHIO students.
A full list of undergraduate and graduate courses offered is available on the Tropical Disease Institute website.
Costs: billed by Ohio University
Program fee and tuition will be calculated based on the length of stay.
Current estimate:
Tuition: Minimum of 5 and maximum of 15 OHIO credits
Program fee: $1542 to $3921*
Administrative fee $150
or
Non-credit program fee: $2650 to $5120*
Administrative fee: $150
*Program fee includes in-country food, accommodation, transportation & logistics; HTH health insurance.
Program fee subject to final confirmation.
Out of pocket expenses**
Roundtrip plane ticket: varies from $550-$950 depending on dates and route.
Passport & photos:$115
Incidentals:$100 per week recommended required vaccinations, bednet and Malaria Prophylaxis; meals while en-route from USA to Quito to USA
**Estimates only. Actual costs may vary.
For more information contact:
Dr Mario Grijalva
333 Irvine Hall
Athens, OH 45701
grijalva@ohio.edu
(740) 593 2192 (Of.)
(740) 597 2778 (Fax)
