Macular Degeneration Research Request for Proposals
BrightFocus Foundation's Macular Degeneration Research RFP funds innovative research to advance understanding, prevention, and treatment of age-related macular degeneration.
Funder: BrightFocus Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027: Letter of Intent deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Postdoctoral Fellowship: up to $200,000 over 2 years | New Investigator: up to $450,000 over 3 years | Standard Award: up to $300,000 over 2 years
Summary: Supports innovative basic, translational, or clinical research to advance understanding, prevention, and treatment of age-related macular degeneration.
Key Information: Open to U.S. and international researchers; separate tracks for postdocs, early-career, and established investigators.
Description
The BrightFocus Foundation's Macular Degeneration Research program offers competitive funding for research projects that address the causes, prevention, and treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The program aims to support pioneering and high-risk studies, foster creativity, and encourage scientists from diverse backgrounds. Funding is available through three main award mechanisms: Postdoctoral Fellowship, New Investigator Grant, and Standard Award, each designed to support different career stages and research approaches. Proposals may be basic, translational, or clinical in nature, and must demonstrate innovation and the potential to significantly advance the field.
