Architect's design and health research consortium to expand

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["strong"]],"sections":[[1,"h3",[[0,[],0,"For immediate release"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Wasington, D.C. - August 20, 2015 - The Architects Foundation, along with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), today announced that a new member Request for Qualifications (RFQ) will available September 1 as part of an expansion of the AIA\u2019s ongoing Design \u0026 Health Research Consortium, which helps translate research into the influence design has on public health for the public, policymakers, design and public health professionals. The Architects Foundation has set a deadline of October 16, at 11:59 pm PDT for receiving qualification applications from interested university-led teams. Selection of the schools will be made by mid-November. The full RFQ and application site will be available on AIA.org on September 1 for interested teams to apply to be members of the Consortium\u2019s second cohort. \u201cIn the last year, the Consortium has been instrumental in building consensus among the architecture and public health communities that the optimal building of this century will be one that minimizes its ecological footprint while promoting human health and well-being,\u201d said Architects Foundation Executive Director Sherry-Lea Bloodworth Botop. \u201cThe foundation for making this vision a reality will only grow stronger as the consortium continues to grow.\u201d The Consortium, which is comprised of 11 university-led partnerships, will be accepting applications for up to six new slots. It is a joint project of Architects Foundation, AIA, and ACSA to advance university-led research in the area of design and health and to promote and accelerate the translation of research into practice. The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (\u201cASPPH\u201d) provides additional support and guidance for the project."]]],[1,"h3",[[0,[0],1,"About the Architects Foundation"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The American Institute of Architects Foundation, now called the Architects Foundation, advances excellence in design for the benefit of the public. As a nonprofit philanthropic extension of the American Institute of Architects, the Architects Foundation is the consummate voice and advocate for architecture and design. The Architects Foundation is dedicated to the belief that good design is good for all and plays an essential role in transforming lives and building a better world. Founded in 1857, members of the American Institute of Architects consistently work to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through nearly 300 state and local chapters, the AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Fusce sollicitudin arcu non magna laoreet, semper pharetra sapien semper. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards. The AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging civic and government leaders, and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation and world. Visit www.aia.org project."]]],[1,"h3",[[0,[0],1,"About the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"ACSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, membership association founded in 1912 to advance the quality of architectural education. The school membership in ACSA has grown from 10 charter members to over 250 schools in several membership categories. These include full membership for all accredited programs in the United States and government-sanctioned schools in Canada, candidate membership for schools seeking accreditation, and affiliate membership for schools for two-year and international programs. Through these schools, over 5,000 architecture faculty are represented. In addition, over 500 supporting members composed of architecture firms, product associations and individuals add to the breadth of interest and support of ACSA goals."]]]]}