Funding Opportunities

The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) encourages and supports research related to the causes, mechanisms, prevention, and treatment of all forms of dystonia, the third most common movement disorder.

Types of Awards Available

Fellowships
A two-year Fellowship is designed to assist post-doctoral fellows establish careers in research relevant to dystonia.

Funding for fellowships is $50,000 per year for two years.

2012 Fellowship Application Instructions
2012 Fellowship Application Cover Sheet
2012 Fellowship Application Budget Form
Research Funding Terms and Conditions

Research Grants
Research grants are available in support of hypothesis-driven research at the genetic, molecular, cellular, systems, or behavioral levels that may directly or indirectly lead to a better understanding of the pathophysiology or to new therapies for any or all forms of dystonia.

Funding for grants is available up to $65,000 per year for 1 or 2 years

2012 Grant Application Instructions
2012 Grant Application Cover Sheet
2012 Grant Application Budget Form
Research Funding Terms and Conditions

The deadline for all applications is December 15, 2011. 

Questions?
Please contact Jody Roosevelt, Grants Manager, at 312-447-5150 or jroosevelt@dystonia-foundation.org if you have any questions.

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