General Research Grant
The General Research Grant from Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance funds innovative research to advance understanding and therapy development for Friedreich’s ataxia.
Funder: Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Full application) | February 15, 2027 (Letter of Intent)
Funding Amounts: Up to $125,000 per year for 1–2 years; higher budgets considered with strong justification.
Summary: Supports investigator-driven research advancing understanding and therapeutic development for Friedreich’s ataxia.
Key Information: Open to academic, nonprofit, and for-profit investigators worldwide; LOI required before full application.
Description
The General Research Grant from the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA) provides funding for qualified investigators proposing research aligned with FARA’s priorities in Friedreich’s ataxia (FA). Projects may span basic, translational, or clinical research, with the overarching aim of deepening scientific knowledge and accelerating the development of effective therapies for FA. The program encourages innovative, high-impact studies and welcomes applications from researchers at all career stages, including junior investigators.
