Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s Research Grants support researchers studying CF disease mechanisms through basic science to deepen understanding of the disease and identify prevention or treatment strategies.
The RFA now covers Fall 2026, with a December 8, 2026 application deadline replacing May 12, 2026 for Spring. Applicant notifications shift from September 2026 to April 2027, and the earliest project start moves from November 1, 2026 to May 1, 2027.
Pilot and Feasibility Awards support CF researchers, including new investigators, in testing innovative basic science hypotheses or methods to understand disease mechanisms and inform prevention or treatment.
Clinical Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award supports postdoctoral researchers in mentored clinical cystic fibrosis research to expand scientific knowledge and prepare for independent research careers.
Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Award supports postdoctoral researchers through mentored basic cystic fibrosis research, building scientific knowledge and preparing them for independent research careers.
Clinical Research Award supports investigators conducting clinical, translational, and epidemiologic research to advance cystic fibrosis diagnosis, treatment, disease management, and care.
Clinical Fellowship Awards – Research support physicians’ fellowship training and hypothesis-driven cystic fibrosis research to advance CF care and foster independent research careers.