The ASA Biometrics Section invites applications for funding to support projects developing innovative outreach projects focused on enhancing awareness of biostatistics among quantitatively talented US students. The section is particularly interested in projects that will encourage students to pursue advanced training in biostatistics.

The section anticipates funding one project this year, with total funding of up to $3,000. The project timeline would be from 1.5–2 years. All investigators are encouraged to apply. Award recipients must be an ASA member and Biometrics Section member before project initiation.

A three-page application is due by November 15 and should be in the following format:

• Title
• Objectives and Specific Aims
• Background, Significance, and/or Rationale
• Design and Methods
• Deliverables/Products
• Budget

The following types of expenditures are allowed: supplies, domestic travel (when necessary to carry out the project), professional expertise (e.g., instructional designer or webmaster), and cost of computer time. The following types of expenditures are not allowed: secretarial/administrative personnel, tuition, foreign travel, and honoraria and travel expenses for visiting lecturers to the investigator’s home institution.

A project period with a start date no earlier than January 1, 2020, and an end date no later than December 31, 2021, also should be specified.

Applications should be submitted electronically to Strategic Initiatives Subcommittee Chair Tanya Garcia. All investigators will be expected to submit a brief report at the conclusion of the project to Garcia. Questions should be addressed either to Garcia or to the subcommittee co-chair, Milan Bimali.