Michelson Grants in Reproductive Biology
Michelson Grants fund research to create a permanent, single-dose, nonsurgical sterilization method for cats and dogs, supporting innovative science that advances animal reproductive control.
Funder: Michelson Found Animals Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Letters of Intent accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $250,000 USD per year, for up to 3 years (max $750,000 total per project).
Summary: Supports research to develop a permanent, single-dose, nonsurgical sterilization method for cats and dogs.
Key Information: Open internationally to individuals, institutions, and companies; LOIs reviewed within one month.
Description
The Michelson Grants in Reproductive Biology fund innovative research aimed at creating a permanent, single-dose, nonsurgical sterilization method for male and female cats and dogs. The program seeks to reduce shelter intake and euthanasia by supporting projects that represent significant improvements over existing sterilization products, with a strong preference for technologies that could ultimately meet the criteria for the $25 million Michelson Prize. The grants welcome a wide range of scientific disciplines and encourage novel approaches, including proof-of-concept and advanced studies in both dogs and cats.
