Request for Proposals: Alport Syndrome Research Funding Program 2014

The objective of this research funding program is to advance the knowledge of, develop effective treatment protocols for, and discover a cure for Alport Syndrome Foundation. We are seeking proposals for both basic science and clinical research that will enhance understanding of the causes of this genetic disorder to advance the mission of our organizations. Types of Proposals Sought Funding will be provided for basic science or clinical research on Alport Syndrome. These funds may be used as seed funding for the testing of initial hypotheses and the collection of preliminary data leading to successful long-term funding by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), or other major funding institutions around the world. Funding It is anticipated that two research projects will be selected for funding, totaling $100,000 USD each, over a one- to two-year timeframe. Funds will be available by July 1, 2014. Successful applicants will be notified in May 2014 in accordance with the ASF, Macquarie, Pedersen Family, KFOC Alport Syndrome Research Funding Program. Process Research proposals will be evaluated by an independent peer review process.  Applications should be of 10–15 pages in length and must follow the instructions of the ASF, Macquarie, Pedersen Family, KFOC Alport Syndrome Research Funding Program. In general terms, detailed information about the specific aims, significance, research desi...
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