TABLE 1:
Current annual stipend, and research and travel allowances of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) compared with the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
| Stipend and allowances | CIHR(CDN$)* | NIH(US$) |
|---|---|---|
| Predoctoral stipend | 19,030 | 16,500 |
| Research and travel | 500 | 2000 to 4000 |
| Postdoctoral fellowships† | 35,000 to 45,000 | 28,260 to 44,412 |
| Research and travel | 3500 | 4000 to 5000 |
*
For comparison purposes, the exchange rate in effect at the time of writing (May 15, 2001) was US$1 to CDN$1.58;
†
Stipends for CIHR postdoctoral fellowships depend on training (doctoral or licenced health professional) and years of experience. NIH postdoctoral fellowships are contingent only on the number of years of experience