[ CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION - Accelerating the Discovery of Nonsense Mutation Therapies for CF | Research funding ]
Event details
| Date | 24.10.2019 |
| Category | Call for proposal |
Aim: The CF Foundation is pleased to announce a request for applications (RFA) to identify and support highly meritorious proposals that will accelerate the discovery of novel therapies for nonsense mutations.
This RFA covers two programs:
Research Grant : Up to $250,000 per year for 2 years
Pilot and Feasibility Award : Up to $75,000 per year for 2 years
Eligibility: Applicants must be independent investigators, which is defined as individuals who are out of fellowship training and whose institution allows them to submit applications for research funding as a Principle Investigator. They must be a M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent, and must demonstrate a track record of discovery, investigation, and external funding resulting in long-term commitment of salary, personnel and research resources.
How to Apply: Proposals are to be submitted on the online portal proposalCENTRAL. First-time applicants must register to create a username and password for proposalCENTRAL and will need to complete a profile online before applying. Templates and instructions may be downloaded after logging on and choosing this RFA. For more information, follow the instructions in section VI of the Policies and Guidelines form. Note that a special form will be required for International Institutions. Please contact the Research Office for assistance completing this form.
Deadline: 24 October 2019 (5:00 pm ET)
Further information
This RFA covers two programs:
Research Grant : Up to $250,000 per year for 2 years
Pilot and Feasibility Award : Up to $75,000 per year for 2 years
Eligibility: Applicants must be independent investigators, which is defined as individuals who are out of fellowship training and whose institution allows them to submit applications for research funding as a Principle Investigator. They must be a M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent, and must demonstrate a track record of discovery, investigation, and external funding resulting in long-term commitment of salary, personnel and research resources.
How to Apply: Proposals are to be submitted on the online portal proposalCENTRAL. First-time applicants must register to create a username and password for proposalCENTRAL and will need to complete a profile online before applying. Templates and instructions may be downloaded after logging on and choosing this RFA. For more information, follow the instructions in section VI of the Policies and Guidelines form. Note that a special form will be required for International Institutions. Please contact the Research Office for assistance completing this form.
Deadline: 24 October 2019 (5:00 pm ET)
Further information
- See the main page for this RFA, as well as the Policies and Guidelines.
- For more specific guidelines or questions about relevance, applicants are encouraged to contact the CFF at: [email protected]
- Any other questions may be directed to the Research Office
Practical information
- General public
- Free