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

Instructions

PART A. Review all applications for the Trainee Awards using the criteria below. If you would like to provide constructive comments to the applicant(s), please use the Comment Box.
PART B. Two awards will be available for projects that focus on brain health research relevant to Black communities. Projects that specifically address health disparities, access to care, or other critical issues in Black communities will be eligible. Please evaluate applications based on their contribution to Black communities' brain health
PART C. Two awards will be available for projects that focus on brain health research relevant to Indigenous communities. Projects that emphasize culturally relevant interventions, respect for traditional knowledge, or access to care in Indigenous communities will be eligible. Please evaluate applications based on their contribution to Indigenous communities' brain health.
PART D. Two awards will be granted for projects that address support for caregivers & PWLLE. These projects should aim to improve the well-being of caregivers of individuals living with cognitive impairment & PWLLE. Please score applications based on how well they address this mandate.
Final project rankings will be determined by the BHCare Program using reviewer scores, feasibility of the project, and other factors that may have a bearing on the allocation of funds.

Reviewer Initials: *

Project Title: *

Trainee Applicant: *

PART A: Overall Abstract Criteria

1. Relevance to Brain Health Care

Does the project focus on improving brain health care or understanding cognitive impairment, particularly in one or more of the following areas (Risk reduction and protective factors to improve brain health, Care and support for individuals living with cognitive impairment, or Care and support for care providers and caregivers)? (1 point) *

Does the project address relevant challenges in the field of brain health care? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 2) *

Please add up points from the Relevance to Brain Health Care section.

2. Introduction, Background

Is the project idea adequately described? (1 point) *

Are the goals and objectives well-articulated? (1 point) *

Does the background specifically address what is known, or not known, about the ideas important to the project proposal? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 3) *

Please add up points from the Introduction, Background section.

3. Rationale

Reflecting on criteria #2, does the research plan make a clear argument for why the research is significant and should be undertaken? (2 points) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 2) *

Please add up points from the Rationale section.

4. Impact and Expected Results

Is the project idea innovative? (1 point) *

Are the proposed project outputs clearly described and aligned to the objectives? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 2) *

Please add up points from the Impact and Expected Results section.

5. Feasibility

Are the approaches and methods appropriate to deliver the proposed outputs? (1 point) *

Are the deliverables both achievable and realistic within the context of the project? (1 point) *

Can the project be completed within a one-year timeframe? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 3) *

Please add up points from the Feasibility section.

6. Addressing Sex, Gender, and EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)

Is sex and/or gender clearly integrated in the project design (e.g., objectives, sampling, eligibility, etc.)? (1 point) *

Does the research plan clearly integrated sex and/or gender into the data analysis plan (e.g., measures, planned strata, interaction terms, etc.)? (1 point) *

Does the project include an EDI component, ensuring inclusivity in research (e.g., gender, race, socioeconomic background, etc.)? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 3) *

Please add up points from the Addressing Sex, Gender, and EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) section.

7. Knowledge Translation (KT)

Does the abstract explain how the project’s findings will be shared with non-academic audiences, such as patients, caregivers, or community groups? (1 point) *

Does the abstract mention specific ways to make the research understandable and useful to a general audience (e.g., lay summaries, public talks, or online resources)? (1 point) *

Comments: *

Score (out of 2) *

Please add up points from the Knowledge Translation (KT) section.

Part A Total Score (out of 17) *

Please add up points from the previous 7 sections.

Does the research focus on any of the following areas? (select all that apply) *

Black communities/ Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)
Indigenous Communities
Caregiver or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) Support
None of the above

PART B. Black Communities Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Relevance to Black Communities

Does the project specifically address brain health care concerns or challenges within Black communities? (1 point)

Comments:

2. Cultural Appropriateness and Sensitivity

Does the project demonstrate an understanding of cultural and contextual factors unique to Black communities (e.g., experiences of racism, access to healthcare, cultural beliefs around health)? (1 point)

Comments:

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Black Communities

Are there clear plans to ensure the project outcomes will benefit Black communities (e.g., through targeted dissemination or practical applications of the findings)? (1 point)

Comments:

Part B Total Score (out of 3)

Please add up points from the previous 3 sections.

PART C. Indigenous Communities Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Relevance to Indigenous Communities

Does the project focus on brain health care concerns or needs in Indigenous communities? (1 point)

Comments:

2. Indigenous Engagement and Collaboration

Is there evidence of culturally sensitive approaches or collaborations with Indigenous communities (e.g., consultations, partnerships, community-based research)? (1 point)

Comments:

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Indigenous Communities

Are there plans for culturally appropriate knowledge dissemination within Indigenous communities? (1 point)

Comments:

Part C Total Score (out of 3)

Please add up points from the previous 3 sections.

PART D. Caregiver or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) Support Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Caregiver or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) Support Focused Projects

Does the project address specific challenges faced by caregivers of people with cognitive impairments or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) (e.g., mental health, social support, training for caregiving)? (1 point)

Comments:

2. Applicability to Caregiver and PWLLE Support

Does the project offer tangible solutions or insights that could improve caregiver or PWLLE support, either through tools, interventions, or policy recommendations? (1 point)

Comments:

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Caregivers

Are there plans for knowledge dissemination that will benefit caregivers or PWLLE (e.g., through accessible tools, educational materials, or partnerships with caregiver organizations)? (1 point)

Comments:

Part D Total Score (out of 3)

Please add up points from the previous 3 sections.

Final Score *

Please add up total points from the individual parts.

Team

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The 2024 BHCare Undergraduate Summer Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

The 2024 BHCare Undergraduate Summer Trainee Awards Reviewer Form

Instructions

PART A: Overall Abstract Criteria

1. Relevance to Brain Health Care

2. Introduction, Background

3. Rationale

4. Impact and Expected Results

5. Feasibility

6. Addressing Sex, Gender, and EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)

7. Knowledge Translation (KT)

PART B. Black Communities Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Relevance to Black Communities

2. Cultural Appropriateness and Sensitivity

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Black Communities

PART C. Indigenous Communities Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Relevance to Indigenous Communities

2. Indigenous Engagement and Collaboration

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Indigenous Communities

PART D. Caregiver or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) Support Focused Projects (For 2 projects)

1. Caregiver or People with Lived and Living Experience (PWLLE) Support Focused Projects

2. Applicability to Caregiver and PWLLE Support

3. Impact and Knowledge Translation for Caregivers

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