NYSCF is soliciting applications from early career investigators for awards to be used for exploring the basic biology and translational potential of stem cells.
Donor Name: New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF)
State: New York
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Award
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 02/16/2022
Grant Size: $1.5 million
Grant Duration: 5 years
Details:
The aim of this initiative is to support highly innovative, emerging scientists whose pioneering approaches have the potential to transform the field of stem cell research, and advance understanding and use of stem cells in the development of treatments for human disease.
NYSCF is eager to support scientists who have just started their independent laboratories, and they strongly encourage applicants looking to secure their first major grant funding as an independent investigator. That being said, applicants will be evaluated first and foremost on scientific merit and the transformative potential of their research for the stem cell field.
Funding Information
This career development award provides up to $1.5 million in flexible funding over 5 years. No institutional overhead is provided.
Eligibility Criteria
NYSCF will accept applications from researchers based at domestic and international accredited non-profit research and academic institutions.
- Have completed one or more of the following degrees: MD, PhD, DPhil
- Be within 6 years of starting a faculty (professorship) or comparable position on June 1, 2022 (Note: an additional year of eligibility was added as a result of the COVID-19 crisis)
- Independently supervise a research team as head of group/laboratory
- Have a publication record containing articles that are innovative and high impact
For more information, visit New York Stem Cell Foundation.
