Request for Proposals 2013: Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types Research Grant Program

Request for Proposals 2013: Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types Research Grant Program The Foundation for Ichthyosis & Related Skin Types research grant program was established in 2006 to encourage and support investigation into the causes, treatments, and potential cures for ichthyosis. Surveys of the ichthyosis community, specifically individuals affected with ichthyosis and their families, have indicated that research is their primary area of interest and their top priority for funds donated to the Foundation.  In response to this, the Foundation has initiated an expanded program to promote promising avenues of research by investigators who have a new or established interest in ichthyosis.   The genetic basis of most types of ichthyoses is now known.  Recent advances in knowledge about epidermal structure, function, and physiology have provided insights into the pathogenesis of several of the ichthyoses.  A variety of new approaches to molecularly targeted therapy for genetic disease have been developed by the scientific community.  The Foundation and its stakeholders are determined to promote the use of this knowledge and to encourage its translation into more effective therapies. Research Priorities The Foundation is particularly interested in supporting new initiatives that will lead to ongoing, self-supporting programs in ichthyosis research.  Ichthyosis Research Grants Investigations lea...
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