First Award
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The First Award from Morris Animal Foundation supports early-career researchers in launching innovative, mentored research projects to advance animal health and welfare.
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Funder: Morris Animal Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Feline Health full application) | February 2027 (Wildlife Health & Welfare pre-proposal) | May 2027 (Wildlife Health & Welfare invited full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $120,000 total for up to 24 months (First Award); indirect costs capped at 8% of direct costs.
Summary: Supports early-career researchers in launching mentored, independent research programs to advance animal health and welfare.
Key Information: Applicants may only submit one proposal as PI per cycle; strict eligibility and animal welfare policies apply.
Description
The Morris Animal Foundation's First Award is designed to help early-career researchers establish independent, mentored research programs that advance animal health and welfare. The award supports hypothesis-driven, humane projects with strong scientific merit and the potential for significant impact. Proposals are evaluated using a rigorous scoring rubric and must align with the Foundation’s commitment to ethical animal research, scientific innovation, and broader impact in the field.
