A JSDF briefing session was held on Thursday, January 22 to give an overview of the JSDF program guidelines and procedures, and also present features of approved JSDF proposals to help TTLs better prepare their submissions. Further face-to-face or video-conferenced briefing sessions can be arranged at the request of any Region. To avoid spending resources on proposals that may not be eligible for funding under JSDF, TTLs can submit a two-page Concept Note to JSDF for review as soon as possible but not later than February 6, 2009. Following the briefing session on January 22, there was a session to familiarize staff with the GFR. In addition, walk-in clinics will be offered as indicated below. The purpose of the walk-in clinics is to assist staff preparing JSDF proposals. Topic JSDF GFR Clinic JSDF GFR Clinic Dates Jan: 27 Feb: 5, 12 Jan: 29 Feb: 3, 10 Venue Room MC 6700 Room MC 6700 Time 2pm-4pm 10am-12pm