Senior researchers, young university lecturers and teachers have the opportunity to conduct research and obtain professional experience in the U.S. within the framework of the 2008 Annual Competitions for Fulbright programs, launched by the U.S. Embassy in Moldova, Info-Prim Neo reports. According to the Embassy, [the Fulbright Scholar Program] awards non-degree grants to senior researchers, university lecturers, or experts in different fields who have a doctoral degree or equivalent professional experience in order to conduct research in the Unites States. [The Fulbright Faculty Development Program] provides Moldovan junior university professors with at least two years of professional experience an opportunity to explore curriculum development and teaching methodology in the United States. Throughout their stay in the United States, fellows participate in and observe courses and attend professional events. [The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program] is a one-year, full scholarship program offered to mid-career professionals who have a proven track record of leadership, public service commitment, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined program of independent study at one of the leading universities in the United States. The program awards a certificate from the U.S. Government, but it is not designed to deliver an advanced degree. Eligible to apply are Moldovan citizens with permanent residence in the country who are proficient in both written and spoken English. Additional requirements and information on the programs is available at http://moldova.usembassy.gov/exchanges.html or phone number 40-83-00. The goals of these programs are to foster mutual understanding between the United States and Moldova through exchange and training projects and to further democratic and economic reforms in Moldova through implementation of the experience and knowledge program participants gain.