Call for Applications: Francis S. Collins Scholars Program in Neurofibromatosis Clinical and Translational Research

Call for Applications: Francis S. Collins Scholars Program in Neurofibromatosis Clinical and Translational Research Sponsored by The Neurofibromatosis Therapeutic Acceleration Program at Johns Hopkins University Early-career clinicians who have an interest in furthering neurofibromatosis research are invited to apply for the Francis S. Collins Scholars Program in Neurofibromatosis Clinical and Translational Research. The program provides two years of full salary support, stipends for research costs, tuition for relevant coursework, travel costs for scientific meetings and mentor stipends. The Francis S. Collins Scholars Program in Neurofibromatosis Clinical and Translational Research is named for Dr. Francis Collins in honor of his contribution to discovering the NF1 gene and advancing translational science globally. When altered, the NF1 gene leads to a high risk of tumor formation, particularly in the brain. Applicants will be selected based on their commitment to treating neurofibromatosis, their career success to date, their ability to explore new ideas and their commitment to patient-centered research. This program is administered by the Neurofibromatosis Therapeutic Acceleration Program at Johns Hopkins, though selected applicants may complete their work anywhere they choose. Applications are due Feb. 10, 2014, for funding that starts July 1, 2014. For more information about the program and application guidelines, visit www.n-tap.org. The Francis S. ...

Source: ScanGrants feed - January 8, 2014 Category: Research Authors: Neurofibromatosis Therapeutic Acceleration Program at Johns Hopkins University Source Type: funding