Funding Opportunities for CF Research
Gilead UK and Ireland Fellowship Programme
This year, Gilead is looking to extend its commitment to promoting best practice and patient-centred care beyond its existing therapy areas. The Gilead UK and Ireland Fellowship Programme is now looking to encourage development, exploration and dissemination of new ideas surrounding the management of cystic fibrosis.In 2012, the Fellowship will be awarding grants to applicants whose proposals best demonstrate:
-A plan to deliver initiatives for improving treatment outcomes for patients with cystic fibrosis on inhaled antibiotics, through patient centred changes to the care pathway, including community delivered support.
-Up to £80,000 will be made available
To find out more about how you can apply for a Fellowship grant, or to learn more about the Gilead UK and Ireland Fellowship Programme please go to the Fellowship Programme website: www.ukifellowshipprogramme.com
MRCG/HRB Joint Funding Scheme
The Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland is not currently accepting applications for consideration to the Medical Research Charities Group (MRCG) and Health Research Board (HRB) Joint Funding Scheme.
About this Scheme
This innovative joint funding scheme allows members of the MRCG (of which the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland is a member) to support research of particular interest to specific patient populations, where they might otherwise not be in a position to finance the full cost of that research. The partnership with the HRB is important in building research funding capacity in Irish research charities and ensures that all elements of this research funding programme are operated at the highest standards of best international practices.To date, 56 projects have been jointly funded by member charities and the HRB.
What are the Research Priorities of the CFAI?
The CFAI is committed to funding research to advance our knowledge and understanding of cystic fibrosis (CF). A key objective of the Association is also to contribute to the development and improvement of CF services throughout the country. The ultimate aim of research is to find a cure for CF, but in the meantime it is imperative we support research that aims to improve current methods of treatment and management of the disease as well as enhance the quality of life of those living with the condition.
