AWP Research Paper/Project Instructions

The Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner Program Research Project can take one of two forms: Research Paper or Project, as follows: A comprehensive Research Paper, 15 to 20 pages in length, on a topic of interest to you that is first approved by the Academic Director/Chief Academic Officer. See Research Paper Format below for format guidelines. Research Paper topic ideas: a. Describe how Ayurveda could support and strengthen the existing modern medical infrastructure. b. Follow a specific herb or herb(s) used in various treatments. Evaluate its history, properties and uses, and suggest a few new ones. c. Write a sample grant letter to obtain funding for further research into a specific Ayurvedic herb or therapy for the generalized alleviation of systems of either 1) a specific disease or disorder or 2) general disorders related to stress, rehabilitation from an accident or chronic dysfunction, etc. Research Paper Format Typed, double spaced Font: Times New Roman 12 point font Include cover page and clear description of thesis or claim Number each page with initials (i.e. JD 1, JD 2) Cite references and include detailed Bibliography Chapter Outline or Table of Contents, if applicable May include charts and graphs (charts and graphs are additional and may not substitute for pages or text) A detailed Research Project on a topic and format approved by the Academic Director/Chief Academic Officer. More information available upon request. Research Project topic ideas: a. Create a product line (skin or hair care, supplements, foods), including a business name, logo, write up of your various products, and two or three samples. b. Create an almanac of local or indigenous herbs using the principles of Ayurvedic Herbology. c. Create an Ayurvedic not-for-profit organization providing healing therapies to the less fortunate. Write about your experience or create a visual representation and presentation, such as a sandwich board and booklet (this could fall into either the Research Paper or Research Project category). d. Create and record a CD of Ayurvedic chants. e. A research project related to a topic of interest to you. Your proposal should detail the project topic, how it is using or spreading the information taught to you in the AWP program and what you are presenting as a physical representation of your project topic (i.e. book, cd, business proposal, etc).