Become a Member

The Owerko Centre invites applications from researchers involved in neurodevelopmental disorders and child mental health. Please see below for requirements and contact information.

Interested in becoming a member of the Owerko Centre? Email us

Membership Criteria

  • Member of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute (ACHRI) 
    • ACHRI Membership Application Form and Process can be found here
  • Academic appointment at University of Calgary
  • Active participant in research, teaching, and/or service in neurodevelopment or related child mental health

Benefits in addition to ACHRI membership Benefits

  • Exclusive notifications about Owerko Centre funding opportunities, events, and initiatives
  • Increased visibility provided by our Centre and through the inclusion of your UCalgary academic profile in our member directory
  • Promotion of your current research studies on our webpage.
  • Exclusive access to Owerko Centre funding, education, and events to member's trainees, postdoctoral fellows, and medical students; and research staff  

Responsibilities:

  • Evidence of ongoing scholarly contributions to neurodevelopment and child mental health
  • Acknowledgement of Owerko Centre affiliation on all publications, presentations and posters
  • Commitment to actively contribute to Owerko Centre success via one or more of the following:
    • Internal review of member or trainee grants
    • Mentorship for fellow members
    • Service on Owerko Centre committees and/or leadership roles 
    • Assistance with Owerko Centre research, education and community events
  • Reporting on activities when requested