Mind Meld Team Grant Program
The Mind Meld Team Grant Program from Food Allergy Research & Education funds collaborative, translational research teams advancing laboratory and clinical science for impactful food allergy solutions.
Funder: Food Allergy Research & Education
Due Dates: September 2, 2026 (LOI) | December 18, 2026 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10 million total for up to four years; may fund one or multiple teams; indirect costs capped at 10%.
Summary: Supports multidisciplinary, milestone-driven teams advancing translational, patient-centered food allergy research integrating laboratory and clinical science.
Key Information: Lead institution must be a current member of the FARE Clinical Network; human studies must begin by project midpoint.
Description
The Mind Meld Team Grant Program, offered by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), is a major initiative to accelerate transformative advances in food allergy research through collaborative, multidisciplinary, and translational science. The program aims to fund milestone-driven research teams integrating laboratory and clinical research, with a strong emphasis on patient engagement and the rapid translation of discoveries into meaningful improvements for individuals with food allergies. Projects are expected to break down disciplinary silos, foster innovation, and deliver patient-centered outcomes by leveraging FARE’s clinical network and infrastructure.
