Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Research funding
Event details
| Date | 12.05.2026 |
| Category | Call for proposal |
| Event Language | English |
Aim: The CF Foundation is the world's leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis, offering awards for cystic fibrosis research and for professional development and training.
Research Priorities for the Spring 2026 Cycle include CF Related Diabetes (CFRD), Gastrointestinal Complications, Pulmonary Manifestations, Infection
Eligibility: See program-specific details on eligibility.
How to Apply: First-time applicants need to pre-register well before the date of submission and create a username, password and profile. Applications must be submitted online at awards.cff.org. Applications components vary by program.
Deadline: 12 May 2026 (5pm ET)
Further information
- Research Grant: Supporting basic science research that will provide new insights that contribute to the understanding of the basic etiology and pathogenesis of cystic fibrosis. Funding up to $150K/year for 2 years.
- Pilot and Feasibility Award: Supporting basic science research studies focused on developing and testing new hypotheses in areas relevant to cystic fibrosis. Funding up to $50K/year for 2 years.
- Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award: To support (non-Path to a Cure related) postdoctoral research training related to cystic fibrosis. Funding up to $76K/year over 2 years.
Research Priorities for the Spring 2026 Cycle include CF Related Diabetes (CFRD), Gastrointestinal Complications, Pulmonary Manifestations, Infection
Eligibility: See program-specific details on eligibility.
How to Apply: First-time applicants need to pre-register well before the date of submission and create a username, password and profile. Applications must be submitted online at awards.cff.org. Applications components vary by program.
Deadline: 12 May 2026 (5pm ET)
Further information
- See the main page for funding opportunities for general information
- See the policies and guidelines document for specificities on the Spring 2026 Cycle
- For more specific guidelines or questions about relevance, applicants are encouraged to contact the CFF at: [email protected]
- Any other questions may be addressed to the Research Office
Practical information
- General public
- Free