Abstract
Research grants are awarded annually by the American Federation of Aviculture to qualified applicants. Areas of interest include: avian nutrition, infectious and non-infectious diseases, disease control techniques and vaccination, diagnostic procedures, incubation and artificial insemination techniques, field studies and general avicultural techniques. Proposals may also be submitted for consideration by the AFA Conservation Committee.
All proposals will be reviewed by committee members and consultants knowledgeable in the field and must be scientifically sound, specific and feasible. Preference in awarding grants will be given to members of AFA.
A brief letter of intent should be submitted with a request for application forms to: Susan L. Clubb, DVM, 5400
W 8-± Ave., Miami, FL 33166. The deadline for receiving applications is June l. All grants are approved by the board of AFA and announced at the following AFA August national convention. All applicants will be notified by letter.
All grant recipients will make brief periodic reports to the research committee. Results will be reported in the AFA Watchbird. Grants will be awarded for one year. Reapplications can be made for subsequent years.
Any donations, large or small, will be appreciated and will go directly into the Research Fund. Send donations to: AFA Research Fund, P.O. Box 1568, Redondo Beach, CA 90278. •