Merck Foundation Bridging the Gap: Reducing Disparities in Diabetes Care
Grants for projects designed to promote health equity through collaborations that bring together stakeholders from inside and outside the healthcare system to improve access to high-quality diabetes care and reduce health disparities for vulnerable and underserved populations with type 2 diabetes in the United States. Geographic coverage: Nationwide -- Merck Foundation (Source: Funding opportunities via the Rural Health Information Hub)
Source: Funding opportunities via the Rural Health Information Hub - November 29, 2016 Category: American Health Source Type: funding
Call for Applications: Grant for Multiple Sclerosis Innovation (GMSI) 2015
Grantor: Merck KGaA (Darmstadt, Germany)/EMD Serono Region: All Regions Closes: 01/23/2015 Maximum: €1,000,000 The deadline for grant applications is Friday January 23, 2015. The innovation grant will be awarded to support promising translational research projects by academic researchers to improve understanding of multiple sclerosis (MS) for the ultimate benefit of patients. Potential research topics that could be funded through the GMSI include MS pathogenesis, response to treatment and prediction of MS subtypes, identification of predictive or surrogate markers to allow better clinical dec...
Source: ScanGrants feed - December 16, 2014 Category: Research Authors: Merck KGaA (Darmstadt, Germany)/EMD Serono Source Type: funding
Call for Applications: Grant for Growth Innovation (GGI)
Grantor: Merck KGaA (Darmstadt, Germany)/EMD Serono Region: All regions Closes: 01/06/2015 Maximum: €400,000 Call for Applications: Grant for Growth Innovation (GGI) The deadline for grant applications is Tuesday January 6, 2015. Researchers with proposals for projects that have the potential to advance understanding in the field of growth are invited to apply for the GGI 2015 award. We are particularly interested in: • Innovative translational research that could potentially improve patients’ lives • The impact of nutrition on growth • The metabolic impact...
Source: ScanGrants feed - December 15, 2014 Category: Research Authors: Merck KGaA (Darmstadt, Germany)/EMD Serono Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: 12th Annual Edward M. Scolnick Prize in Neuroscience
The McGovern Institute is now accepting nominations for the 12th annual Edward M. Scolnick Prize in Neuroscience. The Edward M. Scolnick Prize Neuroscience is awarded annually by the McGovern Institute to recognize outstanding advances in the field of neuroscience. The prize, which is endowed through a gift from Merck to the McGovern Institute, consists of a $100,000 award, plus an inscribed gift. The recipient of the Scolnick Prize presents a public lecture at the McGovern Insitute for Brain Research in the spring of 2015. A gala dinner for the recipient and invited guests follows the prize lecture. Nominatio...
Source: ScanGrants feed - October 1, 2014 Category: Research Authors: McGovern Institute for Brain Research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Source Type: funding
American College of Cardiology Foundation/Merck Research Fellowships in Cardiovascular Disease and Cardiometabolic Disorders
Deadline: September 22, 2014 Four one-year fellowships will be awarded to support research in adult cardiology. Preference is given to individuals who have had no more than two years of prior full-time experience either in clinical or basic research. Recipients will be expected to pursue a full-time project in clinical research during their year of supported training. Research Focus: In selecting applications, proposals addressing CVD and Cardiometabolic disorders are encouraged. Included are proposals that address pathophysiology, molecular genetics, metabolic abnormalities leading to cardiovascular disease, ...
Source: ScanGrants feed - August 26, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American College of Cardiology Foundation Source Type: funding
Roger R. Williams Memorial Award for Genetic Epidemiology and the Prevention and Treatment of Atherosclerosis
Applicants must submit abstracts to the EPI/Lifestyle 2015 Scientific Sessions, scheduled for March 3 -6, 2015 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Abstract and Award Application Deadline is Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at 11:59 PM CDT. The Roger R. Williams Memorial Award for Genetic Epidemiology and the Prevention and Treatment of Atherosclerosis is named for Dr. Roger R. Williams' pioneering work in the field of the genetics of inherited lipid disorders and the prevention of atherosclerosis. The winner of the Roger R. Williams Genetic Epidemiology Award will be announced during the conference. The winning ab...
Source: ScanGrants feed - July 2, 2014 Category: Research Authors: Council on Epidemiology and Prevention Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: National Academy of Sciences Award in Chemical Sciences
Awarded to honor innovative research in the chemical sciences that, in the broadest sense, contributes to a better understanding of the natural sciences to the benefit of humanity. The recipient is awarded a bronze medal and a $15,000 prize. The NAS Award in Chemical Sciences is supported by The Merck Company Foundation. Scheduled for presentation in 2015. Nominations must be submitted via our online nomination form at https://awards.nasonline.org/. Nominations will be accepted until 11:59 pm EDT, Wednesday, October 1, 2014. Questions? Contact us at awards@nas.edu. (Source: ScanGrants feed)
Source: ScanGrants feed - June 24, 2014 Category: Research Authors: National Academy of Sciences Source Type: funding
Call for Applications: 2014 Junior Faculty Osteoporosis Research Award
Deadline: June 24, 2014 The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2014 Junior Faculty Osteoporosis Research Award. The Junior Faculty Osteoporosis Research Award is intended to foster the academic potential and careers of bone and mineral faculty members, clinical and basic research investigators, and to stimulate the academic growth of the applicants’ department. The award is designed to promote research related to osteoporosis and develop the applicant’s future career in the bone field. Two awards will be given; one in oste...
Source: ScanGrants feed - May 22, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: William B. Abrams Award in Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology
The William B. Abrams Award in Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology was established with support from the Merck Company Foundation in 1996 to honor an investigator in geriatric clinical pharmacology for outstanding contributions to the field. Dr. Abrams, a Past President of ASCPT, had a long and illustrious career in the pharmaceutical industry, mostly at the Merck Research Laboratories. Among his many accomplishments in geriatric clinical pharmacology, he was the founding Co-Editor of the Merck Manual of Geriatrics, created the Scientific Section on Geriatric Clinical Pharmacology of ASCPT, and developed and funded po...
Source: ScanGrants feed - May 21, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: 2015 American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Awards
The 2015 award nomination deadline is May 19, 2014 The ASBMB Award for Exemplary Contributions to Education is given annually to a scientist who encourages effective teaching and learning of biochemistry and molecular biology through his/her own teaching, leadership in education, writing, educational research, mentoring or public enlightenment. Nominations must be originated by Society members, but the nominees need not be ASBMB members. The Award will consist of a cash prize of $3,000, and the winner will present a plenary symposium lecture at the 2015 ASBMB Annual meeting. The ASBMB-Merck Award rec...
Source: ScanGrants feed - April 14, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Source Type: funding
Call for Applications: 2014 American Academy of Family Physicians Vaccine Science Fellowship
Application deadline is March 17, 2014. The American Academy of Family Physicians has two vaccine science fellowship positions available for family physicians. The selected fellows will work with mentors to become more knowledgeable about vaccine science and policy. Selected applicants will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and practical “hands on” experience through participation in meetings of leading experts in public health and immunizations, federal and state vaccine policy groups, and vaccine manufacturers. Eligibility Requirements Applicant must be an active member o...
Source: ScanGrants feed - March 4, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Academy of Family Physicians Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: Maurice Hilleman/Merck Award
ASM’s premier award for major contributions to pathogenesis, vaccine discovery, vaccine development, and/or control of vaccine-preventable diseases. The award is presented in memory of Maurice R. Hilleman, whose work in the development of vaccines has saved the lives of many throughout the world. Eligibility: The nominee must have made outstanding achievements in pathogenesis, vaccine discovery, vaccine development, and/or control of vaccine-preventable diseases. Award: A cash prize of $20,000, a commemorative piece, and travel to the ASM General Meeting where the laureate will deliver the Mauric...
Source: ScanGrants feed - February 11, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Society for Microbiology Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: Merck Irving S. Sigal Memorial Awards
Recognize and award excellence in basic research in medical microbiology and infectious diseases. The awards are presented in memory of Irving S. Sigal, who was instrumental in the early discovery of therapies to treat HIV/AIDS. Eligibility: The nominee must be no more than five years beyond completion of postdoctoral research training in microbiology or infectious diseases at the time of the nomination deadline. Award: A cash prize of $3,000 and a commemorative piece. Up to two awards may be given each year at the ASM General Meeting where they are presented. Deadline: July 1. Nominations: N...
Source: ScanGrants feed - February 11, 2014 Category: Research Authors: American Society for Microbiology Source Type: funding
Call for Applications: Grant for Oncology Innovation
The deadline for grant applications is 15 March 2014. Investigators leading innovative research projects that have the potential to advance the implementation of personalized treatment for solid tumors are invited to apply. Potential research topics which could be funded through the GOI include: Research on molecular biomarkers or new targeted treatments, technology platforms for the routine analysis of molecular biomarkers, side effect management and platforms or tools which allow patients to access individualized treatment. A total grant of up to € 1,000,000 will be awarded to one or more selected proje...
Source: ScanGrants feed - December 18, 2013 Category: Research Authors: Merck Serono/EMD Serono Source Type: funding
Call for Nominations: 11th Annual Edward M. Scolnick Prize in Neuroscience
The McGovern Institute is now accepting nominations for the 11th annual Edward M. Scolnick Prize in Neuroscience. The Edward M. Scolnick Prize Neuroscience is awarded annually by the McGovern Institute to recognize outstanding advances in the field of neuroscience. The prize, which is endowed through a gift from Merck to the McGovern Institute, consists of a $100,000 award, plus an inscribed gift. The recipient of the Scolnick Prize presents a public lecture at the McGovern Insitute for Brain Research in the spring of 2014. A gala dinner for the recipient and invited guests follows the prize lecture. Nominatio...
Source: ScanGrants feed - November 14, 2013 Category: Research Authors: McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT Source Type: funding
