Investigator Initiated Research Grants
Investigator Initiated Research Grants from the South Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund (MUSC) fund innovative studies advancing science and treatment for spinal cord injury.
Funder: South Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund (MUSC)
Due Dates: January 15, 2027 | August 15, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 total over 24 months (max $75,000/year); typically up to 4 awards/year.
Summary: Supports innovative research in South Carolina to advance understanding, treatment, and quality of life for those affected by spinal cord injury.
Description
The Investigator Initiated Research Grants program, administered by the South Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Research Fund (SCIRF) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), funds research projects that address spinal cord injury (SCI) and related disorders. The initiative aims to foster advances in neurobiology, pre-clinical and clinical research, rehabilitation, epidemiology, and prevention strategies. The overarching goals are to reduce the risk and incidence of SCI, reverse or interrupt progression, and improve health outcomes and quality of life for South Carolina residents impacted by SCI. Funded research is expected to lay the groundwork for larger, externally funded projects and to address the unique needs of the SCI community in South Carolina.
