WALTHAM science and
publications in the area of human-animal interaction have been instrumental in
helping to understand the special relationship between pets and people.
The WALTHAM® Human-AnimalInteraction (HAI) Research Program is pleased to announce the availability of
£340,000 (approx $US524,000) in 2015 to fund high quality research into "the impact of companion animals on human cognition or academic outcomes".

Although animals are often included
in educational settings for a variety of purposes, there is little empirical
research documenting the efficacy of such practices. In the absence of an
assessment system for these activities there are significant gaps in our
understanding of the potential impact of animals on measures of academic
success. Fundamental research is required to provide an evidence base to inform
practice and guide educators and administrators on when, and under what
circumstances, animal presence or animal ownership may be pedagogically
valuable.

Specific areas of research eligible
for funding under this call include but are not limited to the following
categories:
- Reading/literacy
- Academic learning outcomes
- Aspects of cognition (executive function, memory, learning, categorization, language etc.)
- Stress/anxiety reduction
- Classroom behaviours impacting academic success
- Physical activity and cognition/learning
- Typical and/or special populations (e.g. ADHD, autism spectrum, etc.)
- Letter of Intent: Prior to submitting a formal application, investigators are required to submit a Letter of Intent to Dr. Nancy Gee (nancy.gee@effem.com) by June 1, 2015.
- Application: The application deadline is June 31, 2015.
- Further details & application can be downloaded from WALTHAM website: www.waltham.com/waltham-research/other-funding-opportunities/

Deadlines:
Missed the closing date. Put this great grant opportunity in your diary for next year!!!
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