Brain Health Care (BHCare) Training Program – The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

Instructions

1. PART A. Personal Component: Evaluate the applicant's personal statement, letters of reference, and relevant experiences that contribute to their ability to pursue a career in brain health research. Consider how their personal background, leadership experiences, academic involvement, and community work support their proposed research and career goals.

2. PART B. Research Component: Assess the proposed research project’s quality and feasibility, including the research summary, objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes. Consider how well the proposed methods and approaches address the research questions, the integration of sex- and gender-based analysis, and the clarity of the research rationale. Evaluate the project’s potential to contribute to brain health research and its alignment with the applicant's training goals.

3. PART C. Academic Component: Review the applicant’s CIHR Standardized CV and assess their academic background, awards, and research funding history. Evaluate their academic record, research activities, and contributions to the field of brain health, including publications and presentations. Consider their research history and how it supports their capacity to succeed in the proposed project.

4. Final rankings will be determined by the BHCare Program, considering reviewer scores from all components, feasibility, and other relevant factors influencing fund allocation.

Reviewer Initials: *

Project Title: *

Trainee Applicant: *

PART A: Personal Component (30%)

1. Letters of Reference (20%)

Can referees provide meaningful insights into the applicant's character and research potential? (3 points) *

Do the letters highlight relevant personal experiences (e.g., lived experience, community engagement, or leadership)? (3 points) *

Is there evidence of the applicant’s commitment to a research career in brain health through academic or community involvement? (3 points) *

Do the letters of reference demonstrate the applicant's motivation and capacity for success in a postdoctoral research setting? (2 points) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 11) *

Please add up points from the Letters of Reference section.

2. Personal Statement (10%)

Does the applicant clearly articulate how their personal background and experiences relate to the proposed research project? (2 points) *

Is there a clear link between the applicant’s career goals and their commitment to advancing brain health research? (1 point) *

Does the applicant demonstrate leadership qualities, academic engagement, or community involvement? (1 point) *

Does the personal statement show the applicant’s passion and motivation for pursuing brain health research? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 5) *

Please add up points from the Personal Statement section.

Part A Total Score (out of 16) *

Please add up points from Letter of Reference and Personal Statement.

PART B. Research Component (50%)

Mentorship & Training Plan (20%)

Does the supervisor and institution provide adequate support for the applicant’s research (e.g., resources, facilities, mentorship)? (3 points) *

Does the training plan outline specific skills and knowledge that the applicant will acquire? (3 points) *

Is the training environment well-aligned with the applicant’s research goals? (2 points) *

Does the training plan incorporate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and SGBA+ considerations? (e.g. Commitment to Inclusive Research Support, Development of EDI and SGBA+ Skills) (2 points) *

Are the necessary resources, programs, or technologies available for the applicant’s proposed research and training? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 11) *

Please add up points from the Mentorship & Training Plan section.

Research Summary (30%)

Is the research project’s rationale, goals, and objectives clearly defined and innovative? (3 points) *

Are the proposed methods and approaches appropriate for the research questions? (3 points) *

Is sex/gender-based analysis (SGBA+) clearly integrated into the research design and analysis? (2 points) *

Are the proposed timelines and deliverables feasible for completing the project? (2 points) *

Does the research have potential for impact in brain health, healthcare, or health outcomes? (2 points) *

Does the research show potential for addressing current gaps or challenges in the field of brain health? (3 points) *

Does the project engage people with lived or living experience (PWLLE) in brain health or cognitive impairment, either through consultation, co-design, or collaboration? (1 point) *

Are PWLLE perspectives meaningfully incorporated into the project’s objectives or methodology? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 17) *

Please add up points from the Research Summary section.

Part B Total Score (out of 28) *

Please add up points from Mentorship & Training Plan and Research Summary.

PART C. Academic Component (20%)

1. CIHR Standardized CV

Does the applicant demonstrate a strong academic record, including coursework and any relevant awards? (3 points) *

Is there evidence of relevant employment or research funding history? (2 points) *

Has the applicant been involved in mentoring, community engagement, or knowledge transfer activities? (2 points) *

Does the applicant have a strong record of contributions, such as publications, presentations, or intellectual property? (2 points) *

Has the applicant received recognition (e.g., scholarships, fellowships, or academic honors) for their work? (2 points) *

Does the applicant demonstrate leadership or involvement in collaborative research projects? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Part C Total Score (out of 12) *

Please add up points from CIHR Biosketch CV.

Final Score (out of 56) *

Please add up points from Part A, Part B, and Part C.

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The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

The 2024 BHCare Postdoctoral Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

Instructions

PART A: Personal Component (30%)

1. Letters of Reference (20%)

2. Personal Statement (10%)

PART B. Research Component (50%)

Mentorship & Training Plan (20%)

Research Summary (30%)

PART C. Academic Component (20%)

1. CIHR Standardized CV

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