For Scientists
Translational Research Grant: Request for Proposals
Purpose: The National Psoriasis Foundation is seeking grant applications that focus on the rapid translation of scientific discoveries arising from laboratory, clinical or population-based studies into clinical applications that have a clear benefit for patients with psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis.
Research pathways: Priority consideration will be given to applications that address one or more of the Foundation's research pathways: (1) genetics, (2) cell biology, (3) immunology, and (4) epidemiological/health services research.
Anticipated number of awards: It is anticipated that as many as six new Translational Research Grants will be awarded in 2012. Awards are contingent on the availability of funds and the receipt of sufficiently meritorious applications.
Budget and Project period: Applicants may request up to $100,000 (direct costs only) per year. The total project period for the application submitted in response to this RFP is two (2) years.
Research plan length: The research proposal must not exceed eight (8) pages, including figures and tables, excluding references.
Eligibility: It is expected that the principal investigator will be personally and actively responsible for the conduct of the research and is considered eligible by his or her institution to apply for a research grant. The principal investigator need not be a United States citizen.
Important deadlines: The applications must be received by Monday October 17th, 2011. The applications will be evaluated by an expert panel of peer reviewers and awards will be made no later than April 1, 2012.
Application: Completed applications should be converted to a single PDF file and submitted by email to: research@psoriasis.org.
Questions: For more information on the Translational Research Grant program
please contact the Director of Research, Bruce F. Bebo, Jr., Ph.D.
Phone: 503-546-8404; Email: research@psoriasis.org