Research Fellowships
The National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation Research Fellowships fund innovative research by early-career scientists on the biology, diagnosis, and treatment of Niemann-Pick diseases.
Funder: National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (projected) | October 2026 (projected) | January 2027 (projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award $40,000 for one year; some fellowships up to $100,000 over 2–3 years; possible no-cost extension.
Summary: Funds innovative research on the biology, diagnosis, and treatment of Niemann-Pick diseases, supporting early-career scientists and clinicians.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; future cycles are announced via the NNPDF email list.
Description
The National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation (NNPDF) Research Fellowships support scientists and clinicians investigating Niemann-Pick diseases, including both Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD) and Niemann-Pick type C (NPC). These fellowships, such as the Peter G. Pentchev NPC Research Fellowship and the Edward H. Schuchman ASMD Research Fellowship, provide funding for research into disease mechanisms, diagnostics, therapeutic development, and biomarker discovery. The program aims to foster innovation and collaboration to accelerate progress toward effective therapies and improved patient outcomes.
