Request for Proposals: Next-generation Sequencing Pilot Research Grants
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Pilot Grant Start Date: October 1, 2017
Guidelines - Subject Line: Next-generation Proposal “Last Name”
Submit to: Vicki Hixon - Email: vhixon@uab.edu
The Civitan International Research Center (CIRC) is requesting proposals for pilot research projects requiring whole-genome sequencing technologies to enhance our understanding of typical and atypical brain development, autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities (e.g. Down, Fragile X, Rett syndromes), developmental disabilities, impaired cognitive development, and the effects of environmental toxins on the development of the human brain.
Eligible applicants include UAB faculty without NIH, NSF, or DoD support for genome-wide sequencing approaches. Investigators who need to introduce genome sequencing or related applications (RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, bisulfite sequencing, ATAC-seq, and single-cell sequencing) in their current research programs are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants may request a budget of up to $10,000 in sequencing-related services, for use at the HudsonAlpha Genome Services Lab or the UAB Heflin Genomics Core. The award will be for 1 year with the option for a 2nd year based upon progress.
Proposals should consist of a single PDF document containing: 1) a 2-page description of the research project, with a detailed description of the experimental design and sequencing needs, and 2) the applicant’s CV with a complete list of current and pending funding.
The mission of the Civitan International Research Center is to improve the well-being and the quality of life of individuals and families affected by neurodevelopmental disabilities; to provide interdisciplinary clinical and research training in neurodevelopmental disabilities; to utilize this knowledge to develop and provide high quality exemplary services and programs; and to exchange information in a timely way with consumers, practitioners, scientists, and society.
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Alan Percy, MD, Interim Director Civitan International Research Center
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Emerging Scholars Request for Proposals
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Proposal Deadline: August 25, 2017 at Noon
Grant Start Date: October 1, 2017
Eligible Applicants: Graduate students, postdoctoral trainees, non-tenure earning instructors, and non-tenure earning faculty
Award Level: $25,000 for one year
Guidelines: Subject Line - Emerging Scholar Application “Last Name”
Submit to: Vicki Hixon - vhixon@uab.edu
The Civitan International Research Center is requesting proposals for clinical or basic science research aimed at enhancing our current understanding of typical and atypical brain development, autism spectrum disorders, Down and Rett syndromes, developmental disabilities, impaired cognitive development, and the effects of environmental toxins on the development of the brain. The $25,000 award may be used as a stipend supplement or for direct projects costs.
Proposals should consist of a single PDF document containing a two page description of the planned research; a letter of endorsement from the mentor; and CV from the applicant.
The mission of the CIRC is to improve the well-being and the quality of life of individuals and families affected by neurodevelopmental disabilities; to provide interdisciplinary clinical and research training in neurodevelopmental disabilities; to utilize this knowledge to develop and provide high quality exemplary services and programs; and to exchange information in a timely way with consumers, practitioners, scientists, and society.