TS Challenge – Translational Science Challenge Pilot Grant
The TS Challenge – Translational Science Challenge Pilot Grant from MUSC funds interdisciplinary research tackling barriers in translating scientific discoveries into improved health outcomes.
Funder: Medical University of South Carolina
Due Dates: October 9, 2026: 1-page Concept Proposal due (by 5:00 pm) | January 8, 2027: Full application due
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 direct costs for a 12-month project period.
Summary: Supports innovative, interdisciplinary pilot projects that advance translational science and address key barriers in translating discoveries to health impact.
Key Information: Open to compensated MUSC faculty or clinicians; interdisciplinary teams required; postdocs may serve as co-Is but not PIs.
Description
The Translational Science Challenge Pilot Grant, offered by the South Carolina Clinical & Translational Research Institute (SCTR) at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), funds pilot projects with the potential to significantly advance the field of translational science. The program aims to catalyze innovative, high-impact research that addresses persistent challenges in translating scientific discoveries into improved health outcomes. Proposals should leverage multidisciplinary approaches and demonstrate how the research will transform translational processes, enhance research efficiency, or overcome operational barriers.
