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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

2008 Jefferson Science Fellowship Program
Application deadline is January 15, 2008

The articulation of "accurate science for state" to policy makers has become an essential element in establishing effective international relationships in the 21st century. Recognizing this need, the U.S. Department of State created the Jefferson Science Fellows (JSF) program which established a new model for engaging the American academic STE communities in the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy. The JSF program is administered by the National Academies and supported through a partnership between American philanthropic foundations (the MacArthur Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation), the U.S. STE academic community, professional scientific societies, and the U.S. Department of State.

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THE MEDICAL FOUNDATION

Klarman Family Foundation Grants Program In Eating Disorders Research
Letter of Intent Deadline: January 10, 2008 at 1:00 p.m EST

The Program’s goal is to expand the number of outstanding scientists whose research explores the basic biology of anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and/or binge eating disorder. The long term goal is to accelerate progress in developing effective treatments for these disorders.

Funding Period And Grant Amount: June 1, 2008 - May 31, 2010 ; Up to five $400,000 awards at $200,000 per year (inclusive of 10% institutional overhead)

For further information, visit: www.tmfnet.org/grantmake.html.

NEW YORK STATE SPINAL CORD INJURY RESEARCH BOARD

Program Projects RFA – Deadline March 14, 2008

CART/IDEA/Postdoctoral Fellowship/Mentored Research Scientist/Mentored
Clinician Scientist – Deadline January 2, 2008

Application forms and instructions can be found at: http://www.nyhealth.gov/funding/.

NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists

The New York Academy of Sciences Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists has been created to celebrate the excellence of noteworthy and innovative young scientists from New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

Applications must be submitted using the online form located at www.nyas.org/awards and all supporting materials must be submitted as PDF files. The deadline for submitting applications and nominations is March 1, 2008.

Academic Faculty - 3 awards at $25,000, 5 finalists at $10,000
Original research conducted as a faculty member at an academic institution in NY, NJ or CT. Preliminary, postdoctoral research does not qualify. Nominations may be submitted by an institution, department or individual on behalf of a nominee or personally by a nominee. Additional requirements include: two letters of support, curriculum vitae, statement of research and up to four selected publications or patents. Self-nominations are accepted.

To qualify as a candidate, the individual must:

• Have made important contributions to an interdisciplinary field of science that significantly advanced their field of interest
• Have conducted this research in New York, New Jersey, and/or Connecticut at a public or private institution
• Have earned a terminal degree (PhD, MD, DDS, DVM)
• Have been born on or after January 1, 1966

For further information, please visit: www.nyas.org/blavatnikawards.

Postdoctoral - 2 awards at $15,000, 3 finalists at $5,000
Research completed as a postdoctoral scholar in NY, NJ or CT. Only work completed after the granting of a PhD is eligible. Nominations must be submitted by Dean of the institution (contact SPA for further nomination information). Additional requirements include: two letters of support, curriculum vitae, statement of research and selected publications or patents. No self-nominations will be accepted.

To qualify as a nominee, the individual must:

• Have made important contributions to an interdisciplinary field of science that significantly advanced their field of interest
• Have conducted this research in New York, New Jersey, and/or Connecticut at a public or private institution
• Have earned a terminal degree (PhD, MD, DDS, DVM)
• Have been born on or after January 1, 1966

For further information, please visit: www.nyas.org/blavatnikawards

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

The Role of Healthcare and Insurance in Improving Outcomes

The American Cancer Society is announcing this RFA to investigate the impact of healthcare costs, healthcare system and capacity, insurance status, social factors and delivery of health care services, on outcomes in cancer prevention, early detection and treatment. The purpose of this RFA is to stimulate research on the effects of the US healthcare system structure and the role of insurance on access to screenings and treatment.

• A total of $1,000,000 will be available for 4 to 6 applications
• Awards may not exceed $200,000 per year (direct costs) plus 20% indirect costs.
• Awards may not to exceed a period of 4 years,
• Deadline for applications is April 1, 2008. Applications must be submitted both electronically and with a paper copy as per guidelines.

Complete and detailed instructions and information on this grant application can be found on the Health Services and Health Policies Research page.

Pilot and Exploratory Projects in Palliative Care Of Cancer Patients and Their Families

The American Cancer Society is announcing this RFA to provide funding for investigators performing pilot and exploratory research studies whose purpose is to test interventions, develop research methodologies, and explore novel areas of research in palliative care of cancer patients and their families.

• A total of $500,000 will be available for 5 to 7 applications
• Awards may not exceed $60,000 per year (direct costs) plus 20% indirect costs.
• Salary support for the Principal Investigator may not exceed 20% of the direct costs.

This mechanism has a three-step application process:

Step 1: Eligible candidates are required to first submit a letter of intent (LOI) electronically along with their biosketch no later than February 1st, 2008.

Step 2: Full proposals will be accepted by invitation only. Applicants will be notified via email by February 18th, 2008 if invited to submit a full proposal.

Step 3: Applicants invited to submit applications must submit their full application electronically and in paper format no later than 5pm on April 1st, 2008.

Detailed instructions and links to our application forms (including for the Letter of Intent) are available on the American Cancer Society’s web site at www.cancer.org.

THE MEDICAL FOUNDATION

Goldhirsh Foundation Brain Tumor Research Awards Program

The Goldhirsh Foundation provides strategic investment in brain tumor research to accelerate progress toward more effective treatment for malignant diffuse glioma tumors. The Foundation supports investigators working in the continuum between basic research and clinical application, integrating and translating knowledge in various disciplines into meaningful progress for patients.

Three-year grants of $600,000 (inclusive of 10% indirect costs)
One-year grants of $100,000 (inclusive of 10% indirect costs)

The next application deadline is January 16, 2008.

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THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION – NEW YORK CHAPTER

Research Program 2008

Research awards offered by the New York Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation provide an excellent opportunity for physicians, scientists, and arthritis health professionals to conduct research projects and receive training in arthritis fields.

All applications are due February 8, 2008 and must be submitted electronically, unless otherwise indicated

Young Scholar Award - $75,000 a year for three years
Supports biomedical research that will target the etiology of the rheumatic diseases, their diagnostic characteristics, and treatment protocols. It is intended to foster a career in arthritis related research. Awards are for individuals who have a faculty appointment as an Instructor in Medicine, Assistant Professor, or equivalent.
• Dorothy W. Goldstein Young Scholar Award Request for Proposals
• JRA Heroes / New York Chapter JA Young Scholar Award Request for Proposals
• Program Guidelines

Clinical Research Award - $75,000 a year for three years
Supports clinical research related to the diagnosis, management, health care delivery, and epidemiology of people with arthritis. It is for established researchers at the assistant professor level or higher.
• Request for Proposals
• Program Guidelines

Research Award - $40,000 for one year
Supports novel pilot studies in the basic or clinical sciences. Proposals pertaining to pediatric rheumatology, sports medicine, osteoporosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or immunology research are encouraged. It is not intended for investigators at the academic rank of professor, although they may serve as co-investigators.
• Request for Proposals
• Program Guidelines

Quality of Life Research Award - $40,000 for one year
Supports studies pertaining to quality of life. It is not intended for investigators at the academic rank of professor, although they may serve as co-investigators.
• Request for Proposals
• Program Guidelines

BRIDGE FUNDING

• Bridge Funding – The purpose of the Research Bridging Support Fund is to provide interim support for productive faculty who have experienced, or are about to experience, a lapse in extramural grant support. It is hoped that these funds will serve as a bridge to a successful resubmission. The Bridging Fund supports research activities that will directly contribute to a more competitive grant submission, such as:
  • acquire data to meet recommendations of extramural reviewers
  • complete work needed for the "preliminary results" section
  • demonstrate successful use of methods, technology, or instrumentation.

  The deadline to apply for bridge funding is December 15, 2008. Please contact Farooq Niazi (x3-8822) with any questions.