The Fight for Sight / DEBRA Small Grant funds pilot research into vision loss in Epidermolysis Bullosa, supporting early-stage studies to inform future vision science.
Funder: Fight for Sight
Due Dates: September 7, 2026 | November 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to £15,000 per project for 12 months
Summary: Supports pilot research on vision loss in Epidermolysis Bullosa to develop future vision research proposals.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by 13:00 UK time on the cut-off date; only one application per lead applicant is allowed.
This grant, a partnership between Fight for Sight and DEBRA, is dedicated to supporting research into vision loss associated with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). The scheme is designed to help clinical or research scientists—especially those gathering preliminary or pilot data—build a foundation for larger-scale funding applications in vision research. Both clinical and non-clinical projects are eligible, and the scheme actively encourages researchers from outside vision science, including those working primarily in EB or related rare disease fields, to apply. The goal is to foster new research directions and expand capacity in vision-related EB research.