International Research Training Course in Ecuador
Chagas Disease in Ecuador
Chagas disease is a tropical parasitic disease spread to humans and other mammals by an insect vector. If left untreated, this chronic disease is often fatal.
This program takes place in the context of efforts by the Tropical Disease Institute to combat Chagas disease in Ecuador.
The course provides multidisciplinary training in research methodology to students from the USA, Europe and Latin America. It will equip participants with a solid background and the skills to conduct interdisciplinary research in an international setting, while improving their Spanish language proficiency.
For detailed information on this program visit the TDI's International Research Training Course in Ecuador homepage.
Program length
June 14 – July 7, 2009
Eligibility and Enrollment
This multidisciplinary research course is relevant to 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.
The program is open to undergraduate, graduate and medical students from all higher education institutions in the United States and abroad.
Enrollment is limited to 30 participants. Please e-mail Dr. Grijalva, indicating your interest in participating. Since this is a research project, admissions will be based on the interface between the applicant's interest and expertise, and the specific needs of the project.
Application deadline
April 15, 2009
Accommodation & meals
Students will stay in shared rooms in a hotel with private bath. Meals will be taken at restaurants and in the communities.
Courses and credits
Three tracks of training are available – international studies, clinical research, and biology and microbiology. Visit the TDI's International Research Training Course in Ecuador homepage for a full description of each track.
Up to 15 OHIO credits are available for each track.
Costs: billed by Ohio University
Tuition Minimum of 5 OHIO credits*
Program fee** $1630 - $2030***
Administrative fee $150
*Your tuition costs will depend on the number of credits you take.
**a non-credit program fee is also available. Contact program director for more information.
***Final cost will depend on group composition. Program fee covers all of participant's in-country expenses (food, lodgings, transportation, logistics), health insurance.
Out of pocket expenses****
Passport & photos $115
Round trip airfare $800
Vaccinations $50 - $100
Incidentals $100 - $200
Departure tax $44
****Estimates only. Actual costs may vary.
Contact:
Dr Mario Grijalva
333 Irvine Hall
740-593-2192
Mary Dailey
Office of International Programs
College of Osteopathic Medicine
221A Grosvenor Hall
740-593-2183
