APDA Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant
APDA Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant supports scientists studying inequities in under-studied Parkinson’s communities and testing interventions to address disparities.
Funder: American Parkinson Disease Association
Due Dates: April 9, 2027 (LOI opens) | May 17, 2027 (LOI due) | June 21, 2027 (Full application invitation) | July 19, 2027 (Full application due) | October 2027 (Decision notification) | January 1, 2028 (Award begins) | December 31, 2028 (Award ends)
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 for one year
Summary: Supports research into inequities and differences among under-studied Parkinson’s disease communities and interventions to improve disparities.
Key Information: Open to U.S.-based research scientists with an MD, MD/PhD, or PhD.
Description
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Diversity in Parkinson’s Disease Research Grant supports research into health inequities and differences among under-studied Parkinson’s disease communities. Its scope includes ethnicity, ancestry, geography, socioeconomic conditions, and gender. The program sits within APDA’s broader commitment to understanding the causes of Parkinson’s disease and finding a cure.
Projects should address delayed diagnosis, unequal access to quality care, underrepresentation in clinical trials, or insufficiently explored differences among under-studied populations. Research may identify inequities or differences, investigate their causes, or test an intervention to improve disparities. The one-year award supports research scientists within the United States, with competitive scientific review conducted by APDA’s Scientific Advisory Board.
