Research Grant Opportunity - GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada
Introduction
The GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada is pleased to announce the upcoming $10,000 Canadian research grant for studies that aim to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and/or rehabilitation of Canadian patients affected by Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN), and their variants.
Overview
The GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada is a registered Canadian charity founded in 2003. Our foundation continues its long history of connecting patients and their families with caring and dedicated volunteers who have been affected by GBS, CIDP, and variants, such as MMN. It is our hope that no patient or family will have to go through any of these disorders alone. Along with this patient-to-patient support, the Foundation has proudly established a National Medical Advisory Board of Neurologists trained in the diagnosis and treatment of our disorders. We are committed to building relationships with experts in rehabilitation and support disciplines who understand the challenges facing our patients during and after recovery. Our latest goal is to create a council of professionals that will help guide and educate patients on best practices in their disciplines. We support Canadian research that will improve the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients affected by GBS, CIDP, and variants. Our ultimate goal is to help pave the way to a cure.
Research Areas
Patient-oriented research in any scientific or humanities discipline will be considered. The successful candidate will be expected to work in collaboration with the GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada membership, Board of Directors, and Medical Advisory Board. The Foundation will assist with participant recruitment of its members.
Expected deliverables
Initiate, analyze, and complete a patient-oriented research project with GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada membership, which includes both anglophone and francophone patients.
Accepted conference presentation (travel and registration fees may be eligible for reimbursement by the Foundation).
Peer reviewed research paper
Funds available
The total amount available for this funding opportunity is $10,000 for one year. Payment will be dispersed in quarterly installments based on milestones. Additional funds may be available for translation services.
Anticipated Timelines
Launch: Dec 1, 2024
Application deadline: Jan 31, 2025
Successful applicants notified: Mar 14, 2025
Funding start date: May 1, 2025
Quarterly milestones review
Final report/presentation to the Board: May 12, 2026
The application package must include:
Current investigator CV
Names and contact information for 2 references that can speak to the candidate’s research skills and experience (one must be a current or past direct supervisor)
Two page research project proposal including proposed methods, timelines, and literature. Proposals should explain how the proposed study meets the GBS/CIDP Foundation of Canada mandates and goals.
Contact Information
Email: research@gbscidp.ca