Funds collaborative, clinically relevant applied veterinary research at AO Research Institute Davos, emphasizing ethical animal use, best practices, and training of early-career investigators.
Funder: AO Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 | May 2027 | June 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to CHF 35,000 per project for up to 12 months; up to two awards per cycle; follow-on funding for a second year may be available.
Summary: Supports collaborative, clinically relevant applied veterinary research conducted at AO Research Institute Davos, emphasizing ethical animal use and investigator training.
Key Information: All deadlines are projected; applicants must confirm dates and requirements via the AO Foundation grants portal.
The AO VET/ARI Collaborative Research Grant is designed to fund applied research projects addressing clinical issues in veterinary medicine. The program specifically supports collaborations between AO VET investigators and scientists at the AO Research Institute Davos (ARI). The grant emphasizes the implementation of best practices in preclinical animal research, ethical use of animals, and the mentoring and training of early-career researchers. Projects must be executed at ARI and align with its available resources and expertise. Up to two awards are anticipated per funding cycle, with the possibility of follow-on funding for a second year through a competitive process.