Development Research Grants
Development Research Grants support promising new researchers with seed funding for original studies of muscle and nerve disorders, helping them launch research and share completed findings.
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Funder: American Neuromuscular Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Application process opens) | December 4, 2026 (Letter of Intent)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 for up to 2 years; total award up to $100,000 including indirect costs
Summary: Seed funding helps promising new researchers launch original studies of muscle and nerve disorders covered by AANEM.
Key Information: Applicants need at least 18 months of post-degree research laboratory training and supervision by an Independent Investigator.
Description
The American Neuromuscular Foundation (ANF) offers Development Research Grants as seed money to help promising new researchers launch studies of muscle and nerve disorders. Projects must directly relate to a specific disease covered by the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM). Research addressing quality issues is encouraged, and MD investigators conducting translational and clinical research are eligible within the program’s requirements.
The program combines research support with connections to the neuromuscular research community. Recipients receive complimentary AANEM membership and a subscription to Muscle & Nerve during their projects, plus meeting registration and travel support to present completed research findings at the AANEM Annual Meeting.
