DoW Vision, Mentored Clinical Research Award
This grant funds mentored clinical research on vision injuries by clinicians in training, supporting impactful patient-oriented studies aligned with FY26 Vision Research Program focus areas, but not preclinical research or clinical trials.
Funder: Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA
Due Dates: August 25, 2026: Pre-Application (Letter of Intent) | September 10, 2026: Full application | September 17, 2026: End of application verification period
Funding Amounts: Up to $75,000 total costs per award for up to 18 months; ~2 awards expected; total program funding $150,000.
Summary: Supports clinical research on vision injury by clinicians in training under the mentorship of an established clinician or clinical scientist.
Key Information: No preclinical research or clinical trials allowed; IRB/EC approval required by January 1, 2027.
Description
This funding opportunity supports patient-oriented clinical research addressing vision injury, conducted by clinicians in training under the guidance of an established clinician or Ph.D. clinical scientist. The program aims to generate impactful data to advance care for visual system trauma, with a focus on research relevant to military exposure and health. Projects must align with at least one of the FY26 Vision Research Program (VRP) Focus Areas, and cannot include preclinical research or clinical trials. The award is intended to foster the development of clinician-scientists and to produce research that improves outcomes for Service Members, Veterans, and the broader public affected by vision injuries.
