Call for Applications: ALS Clinical Management Grants

Call for Applications: ALS Clinical Management Grants DUE DATE FOR LETTER OF INTENT - MAY 30, 2014 The aim of the TREAT ALS™ Clinical Management Grant Program is to improve care and living with ALS with a focus on clinical, psychological and/or social management of ALS. Examples of relevant clinical management studies for this mechanism include, but are not limited to, the following: • Studies that address the gaps in the delivery of care (as outlined in the ALS practice parameters). • Studies that explore and develop telemedicine for the care of individuals with ALS. • Psychological interventions in ALS to address the significant mental health issues facing ALS patients and caregivers. • Nutritional and respiratory intervention. • Studies to address the needs of caregivers for patients with ALS and cognitive/behavioral impairment. • Development of novel endpoints for clinical trials. Budget:  A maximum of $100,000/year for a maximum of 2 years. No indirect costs will be paid for these awards.  TO REQUEST LETTER OF INTENT FORM, PLEASE EMAIL [e-mail] and make sure you indicate in the email subject line and body of the message CLINICAL MANAGEMENT GRANTS. APPLICATION RECEIPT DATES: Brief study outline:  May 30, 2014 Request to submit full application:  June 29, 2014 Submission of full application:  September 15, 2014 Noti...

Source: ScanGrants feed - May 19, 2014 Category: Research Authors: ALS Association Source Type: funding