CDMRP Neurofibromatosis Early Investigator Research Award
ID: 355149Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA (DOD-AMRAA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355149
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    Description

    The Department of the Army, through the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRAA), is offering the Neurofibromatosis Early Investigator Research Award, aimed at supporting innovative research on neurofibromatosis (NF) and related disorders. This grant opportunity is designed for early-stage investigators, including those in postdoctoral training or medical residency with up to four years of postdoctoral experience, who must work under the guidance of a designated mentor experienced in NF research. With an estimated total program funding of $640,000 and the expectation of awarding two grants, applicants can request up to $200,000 over a two-year period to address critical needs within the NF community. Key deadlines include a pre-application submission by September 12, 2024, and a full application due by October 3, 2024; for further inquiries, applicants can contact the CDMRP Help Desk at help@eBRAP.org or call 301-682-5507.

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    HT942524NFRPEIRA_GG.pdf
    The Department of Defense's (DOD) FY24 Neurofibromatosis Early Investigator Research Award aims to support novel research on neurofibromatosis (NF) and related disorders. This program intends to foster high-impact, innovative studies that enhance understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of NF1, NF2, and schwannomatosis, with a funding allocation of $25 million for FY24. Early-stage investigators in postdoctoral training or medical residency with up to four years of postdoctoral experience are eligible to apply, provided they have a designated mentor experienced in NF research. The funding supports research projects with a maximum budget of $200,000 over two years and emphasizes collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches, with a focus on addressing critical needs within the NF community. Applications must align with specified Areas of Emphasis and successfully pass two-tiered peer and programmatic review processes. Key submission dates include a pre-application deadline of September 12, 2024, and a full application deadline of October 3, 2024. This initiative reflects the DOD’s commitment to addressing health issues pertinent to Service Members, Veterans, and the public through scientific advancement in NF research.
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