The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is seeking proposals for innovative research with relevance to its research funding priorities (details given at the link):
- Define the contribution of genetics, risk factors and their modifiers to the risk for developing MS and disease course, and develop strategies to prevent, treat and cure all forms of MS;
- Understand MS pathology and pathophysiology;
- Understand and treat MS progression;
- Identify strategies for neuroprotection and nervous system repair;
- Elucidate the cause of MS symptoms, the impact of comorbidities, and identify rehabilitation, wellness behaviors and lifestyle approaches that impact disease course, symptoms and overall health.
- For studies related to multiple sclerosis that may serve to advance our mission of stopping MS progression, restoring function and improving quality of life, and preventing MS. The Society supports fundamental as well as applied studies, non-clinical or clinical in nature, including projects in patient management, care and rehabilitation.
- Pre-applications due February 6 ; full applications due February 13, 5:00 pm EST
- High-risk pilot grants to quickly test novel ideas. Funding is provided for one year to test innovative, cutting-edge ideas or untested methods, and to gather sufficient preliminary data to apply for longer-term funding.
- Studies related to multiple sclerosis that may serve to advance our mission of stopping MS progression, restoring function and improving quality of life, and preventing MS. The Society supports fundamental as well as applied studies, non-clinical or clinical in nature, including projects in patient management, care and rehabilitation.
- Eligible PIs. Researchers who have completed their post-doctoral training, and who are considered eligible by their institutions to apply for a research grant, are invited to apply.
- Ineligible PIs. Individuals who are currently postdoctoral fellows or the equivalent, or who are graduate/medical students or residents; individuals who have an existing National MS Society pilot research award that expires later than the application deadline.
- Pre-applications due January 7 and May 6; full applications due January 9 and May 8, 5:00 pm EST
Additional information:
Douglas Landsman, PhD
Associate Vice President, Biomedical Research
Douglas.Landsman@nmss.org
Filed Under: Funding Opportunities