Grant Amount: $250,000 over two years
Deadline: January 20, 2023
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The Arthritis National Research Foundation invites applications for the 2023-2024 ANRF Research Grant program.
The foundation awards various arthritis-related research grants for scientists and researchers working on arthritis and related autoimmune diseases. Grants include but are not limited to a focus on osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, pediatric rheumatology, scleroderma, fibromyalgia, uveitis (shown in relationship to autoimmune forms of arthritis). Clinical and basic studies will be considered; clinical studies should have a translational component that helps reveal the underlying mechanisms or response to therapy. ANRF funds 10 to 20 grants per year for up to $125,000 annually for up to two years.
Investigators must possess either an MD and/or PhD degree or equivalent and be affiliated with a qualified, United States-based nonprofit institution. Preference will be given to senior post-doctoral investigators transitioning to independent investigator status and new assistant professors. Applicants need not be U.S. citizens; however, all work must be done at a qualified U.S. nonprofit research institution.
Please contact Lynn Wong if you are interested in applying to this opportunity.