The National Marfan Foundation grant program is designed to provide financial support for investigators studying any or all disciplines involved in the Marfan syndrome. Special areas of interest include basic research, translational studies and clinical studies in cardiovascular, genetic, orthopedic and ophthalmologic issues utilizing synergistic collaborations, integration of novel theories from non-traditional researchers into established paradigms, novel animal model systems; innovation and the distillation of knowledge into practical new therapies. Proposals from junior investigators, new investigators, faculty and international investigators are also welcomed to submit through the appropriate grant program.
National Marfan Foundation Early Investigator Grant Program - Request for Proposals
The National Marfan Foundation (NMF) is pleased to announce its newest grant program for the early investigator. Applications are new being accepted for two-year grants in basic or clinical research on Marfan syndrome and related disorders. A total of three two-year grants for $37,500 per year for a total of $75,000 per grant will be awarded. The NMF's grant program is designed to provide financial support for early investigators studying any or all disciplines involved in this area. The principal investigator must hold an MD, DO, PhD, ScD, DDS, DVM or equivalent degree. The investigator must have proven ability to pursue independent research as evidenced by original research publications in peer-reviewed journals. Applicants must be within seven years from their first faculty position and have never received an NIH R-01 grant award. Appointments associated with clinical house staff/fellowship training positions will be excluded from the seven-year faculty limit. Award winners cannot hold concurrent NIH K award. Work can be performed in the U.S. or internationally. Grant awards are based on proposal evaluation by the NMF Scientific Advisory Board with the approval of the NMF Board of Directors. Applications must be submitted via the NMF website.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2013
Award Announcement: October 1, 2013
Funds Available: January 1, 2014
National Marfan Foundation/Canadian Marfan Association Faculty Grant Program - Request for Proposals
The National Marfan Foundation (NMF) is pleased to partner with the Canadian Marfan Association (CMA) to support Marfan syndrome and related disorders research. Applications are being requested for two-year grants for basic or clinical research. The grant program is designed to provide financial support for faculty studying any or all disciplines involved in Marfan syndrome and related disorders. Grant awards are based on proposal evaluation by the NMF Scientific Advisory Board with the approval of the NMF Board of Directors. The NMF and the CMA will co-fund one two-year grant for $100,000. The NMF will award an additional two-year $100,000. The CMA Grant Program is funded by the Temerty Family Foundation. The principal investigator must hold an MD, DO, PhD, ScD, DDS, DVM or equivalent degree. The investigator must have proven ability to pursue independent research as evidenced by original research publications in peer-reviewed journals and hold a position of Associate Professor or above. Work can be performed in the U.S. or internationally. Applications must be submitted via the NMF website.
Application Deadline: April 15, 2013
Award Announcement: October 1, 2013
Funds Available: January 1, 2014
Application Deadline: April 15, 2013
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