A.S.P.E.N. Rhoads Research Foundation
The Foundation is named in honor of Jonathan Rhoads, MD for his pivotal role in the field of specialized nutrition support. Click here to view Dr. Rhoads’ biography.
In 1994, the Society began providing preliminary funding for promising new research in the fields of nutrition, metabolic support and related areas of clinical nutrition. Past funding recipients have gone on to complete NIH-funded projects, attain faculty appointments, and hold prestigious leadership positions in a variety of settings.
Nurture: Supporting personal and professional growth
Integrity: Honest, ethical behavior
Inquiry: Seeking new knowledge
Quality: Pursuing scientifically sound research
Inclusiveness: Supporting research across disciplines and interest areas
The Foundation envisions an environment that develops and sustains a vital community of committed nutrition researchers.
To support the personal and professional development of nutrition researchers throughout their careers.
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The Foundation thanks and acknowledges our 2011 Donors.
Research Grants
The 2013 grant application cycle will open in June 2012. Applications will be accepted until September 7, 2012. The 2012 grant application cycle is now closed. Click here to access the grant application and instructions.
Silent Auction
The Development Committee of the A.S.P.E.N. Rhoads Research Foundation will host the 3rd annual Silent Auction to be kicked off in the exhibit hall at the CNW 2012 Social Event from 6:00-7:30pm on January 21, 2012. All proceeds from the auction go to help the Foundation support early-career research scientists. Please consider making a donation to the auction.
Click here for further information or contact Paula Bowen at 301-920-9132, paulab@aspen.nutr.org. AND, by all means, plan to bid on some of the outstanding items at CNW!
Join us in making this a resounding success for the foundation.
2011-2012 Development Committee:
Jessica L Monczka, RD, CNSC-Chair; Mary K. Russell , MS, RD, LD; Elizabeth M. Lyman, MSN RN; Elizabeth S. Beasley-Bobo, MS, RD, LDN, CNSD, LD; Kerry A. Stone, MS, RD, CNSC
The A.S.P.E.N. Rhoads Research Foundation continues to request your help in meeting the key goal of doubling the Foundation endowment. Please join us in supporting the next generation of nutrition support researchers.
To make a contribution use the Donate Now link below or mail a check payable to: A.S.P.E.N. Rhoads Research Foundation, and mail to: A.S.P.E.N., 8630 Fenton St., Suite 412, Silver Spring, MD 20910. If you prefer to donate by phone please call the A.S.P.E.N. office at 301.587.6315.
