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News from the Foundation for Physical Therapy

	Recipients in the News

Julie Fritz, PT, PhD, ATC, recipient of a 2002 Foundation research grant, was awarded a 2-year R21 grant from the NIH's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) in May 2008. The award of $405,200 is in support of her project titled "Biomechanical and Neurophysiological Effects of Spinal Manipulative Therapy."

Fritz is Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Utah.

Lee Dibble, PT, PhD, ATC, recipient of the 2004 Foundation geriatric research grant, was awarded a 3-year R15 grant in August 2007 from NIH's National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research. The $250,000 award is in support of his study, "Resistance Training and Dopamine Replacement Effects on Hypokinesia in Parkinson Disease." This study is based on the findings of his Foundation-funded project, "Eccentric Exercise Effects on Sarcopenia, Function, and Quality of Life in Persons with Parkinson's Disease."

Dibble is Research Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Utah.

Paul LaStayo, PT, PhD, recipient of a 1999 Promotion of Doctoral Studies (PODS) II scholarship and a 2000 New Investigator Training Fellowship Initiative (NIFTI) fellowship, was recently awarded a 5-year R01 grant from NIH's National Institute on Aging. The award of $1,316,350 is in support of his project, "Reducing Falls with RENEW in Older Individuals Who Have Fallen."

LaStayo is Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Adjunct Associate Professor in Exercise and Sport Science and Orthopedics at the University of Utah.

	Foundation-Funded Research Presentation at PT 2008

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A poster presentation given in San Antonio, Texas, at PT 2008 reported findings from Foundation-funded research. The presentation was made possible by your financial commitment to physical therapy research and to the future of the profession:

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The Role of Gaze Stabilization and Fixation on Stepping Reactions in Young and Elderly Adults. Dyer Diehl, PT, PhD 12:00 PM–2:00 PM

	Foundation Scholarship and Grant Application Deadline Is August 12, 2008

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Applications for the Foundation for Physical Therapy's 2008 Florence P Kendall scholarships and 2009 research grants are due August 12, by 5:00 PM (ET). For guidelines and instructions for this and other Foundation programs, go to www.FoundationforPhysicalTherapy.org, and click on "Program Information." Please note that only applications submitted via the Foundation's online application system will be considered. For additional information, contact Victoria Matthews, Scientific Program Administrator, at 800/875-1378, ext 8505, or victoriamatthews{at}apta.org.

	Foundation Honors Supporters

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Two long-time supporters—Nancy White, PT, MS, OSC, and Larry Pan, PT, PhD—were recognized for their contributions to the Foundation during the Foundation's Dinner Dance at PT 2008 in San Antonio last month.

Nancy White received the Charles M Magistro Distinguished Service Award, the Foundation's highest award, for her service as a past Foundation president, Board Trustee, and Chair of the Foundation's first major gifts campaign: "Destination: Research Excellence." Working with a national committee of volunteers, White encouraged participation from all sectors of the profession, raising an estimated $4 million for physical therapy research.

Larry Pan, Program Director of Physical Therapy at Marquette University, received the Spirit of Philanthropy Award not only for his outstanding contribution to the Foundation and its mission, but also for his dedication to the physical therapy profession. For the past 20 years, Pan has served as the national adviser to the student-run Marquette Challenge. The Challenge has built awareness of the Foundation and the importance of physical therapy research while raising more than $1.3 million.

	Foundation Recognizes University at Dinner Dance

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The Foundation presented the University of Pittsburgh, Department of Physical Therapy, with the Robert Bartlett Innovation in Fundraising Award at the annual Dinner Dance in June. The University of Pittsburgh won the Marquette Challenge for 10 consecutive years, raising a total of $268,000 for the Foundation. They broke numerous records and helped make the Challenge one of the largest annual fundraisers for the Foundation. Pitt retired from competition in 2007 to allow other schools the opportunity to claim the top prize.

	Tri W-G Inc Receives Premier Partner in Research Award

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The Premier Partner in Research Award was bestowed on Tri W-G Inc, the first recipient of this award, at PT 2008. The award recognizes and honors generous and longstanding corporate contributors that have made a substantial difference by supporting the Foundation and its mission.

Tri W-G Inc has been a supporter of the Foundation for 2 decades. Duane Fast, Vice-President of Tri W-G, has long been a proponent of research and the Foundation as a means of growing and strengthening the profession and its related industries. He served on the Foundation Board as a Trustee for 11 years.

	20th Marquette Challenge Winners Announced

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The 20th Marquette Challenge, co-sponsored by the University of Pittsburgh, was a great success. Physical therapist students and physical therapist assistant students raised more than $165,000 for the Foundation. Students from 59 schools participated in the Challenge.

The top student fundraising efforts were at the following schools:

First Place:

Georgia State University

Second Place:

University of Miami

Third Place:

University of Colorado Denver

Honorable Mentions:

Arcadia University; Boston University—Sargent College; Emory University; Marquette University; Mayo School of Health Science; Medical College of Georgia; MGH Institute of Health Professions; Quinnipiac University; Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science; SUNY Upstate Medical University; University of Iowa; University of Alabama at Birmingham; University of Delaware; University of Maryland at Baltimore; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; University of Oklahoma; University of Pittsburgh; University of Southern California; Virginia Commonwealth University; and Washington University in St Louis.

In addition to these yearly awards, 3 special awards were presented during the dinner:

Most Successful Newcomer:

Georgia State University

Biggest Stretch School:

Emory University

Most Successful Physical Therapist Assistant School:

Somerset Community College

	Paris Podcast Available Online

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Stanley Paris, PT, PhD, FAPTA, continues to "Make Waves for Physical Therapy"—this time, in the form of a podcast. This brief audio recording explains Paris’ background and his passion for swimming the Channel in an effort to raise funds for physical therapy research. To listen, go to the Make Waves Web page, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click "Podcast."

Paris will attempt to swim the Channel at the end of this month. If successful, he will claim the title as the oldest person to swim the English Channel. You can show your support of Paris’ effort by making a pledge per mile or a donation at www.apta.org/parisswim. All donations will benefit the Foundation.

	Nominations for Scientific Review Committee Due July 31

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The Foundation is seeking recommendations for individuals to serve on its Scientific Review Committee (SRC). Well-qualified physical therapist researchers will review doctoral, fellowship, and research grant applications received by the Foundation. The two 3-year appointments will begin in January 2009. To be considered, individuals must meet the criteria for SRC membership posted on the Foundation's Web site (www.FoundationforPhysicalTherapy.org). Self-nominations are welcome. Please e-mail your recommendations by July 31 to victoriamatthews{at}apta.org.

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