[Marfan Foundation](https://www.marfan.org)

January 2027 (Application deadline, projected)

$150,000 for MDs or $100,000 for PhDs over two years; up to $75,000/year (MD) or $50,000/year (PhD)

Supports postdoctoral fellows launching research careers in Marfan syndrome or related genetic aortic and vascular conditions, with emphasis on mentorship and training.

Forecasted dates—confirm on program page before applying.

--- ## Description This fellowship supports early-career postdoctoral researchers pursuing biomedical research related to Marfan syndrome, Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (VEDS), Loeys-Dietz syndrome (LDS), or other genetic aortic and vascular conditions. The program's goal is to foster the development of future independent investigators in this field by providing two years of funding and a structured mentorship experience. Special consideration is given to projects in non-cardiac disciplines and clinical research, and proposals are expected to be of NIH-level quality. Both U.S. and international candidates are welcome. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - MDs: Up to $75,000 per year, total $150,000 over two years - PhDs: Up to $50,000 per year, total $100,000 over two years - No indirect or overhead costs allowed; funds are for direct research expenses only - Payments are made to the fellow's institution, distributed semiannually --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must hold an MD, DO, PhD, ScD, DDS, DVM, or equivalent degree - Eligible up to postgraduate year six - Open to both U.S. and non-U.S. citizens - Fellows must work with a qualified mentor at an accredited institution (U.S. or international) - The fellowship can only be held once per candidate - Institutional support and a strong training environment are required - Research must be relevant to Marfan syndrome, VEDS, LDS, or related genetic aortic/vascular conditions --- ## Application Process - Submit a single PDF application electronically via the Marfan Foundation website - Required components: - Title page (with signatures) - Abstract and layperson summary - Detailed research plan (max 3 pages) - Career development plan (max 3 pages) - Budget and justification - Biographical sketches (NIH format accepted) - Facilities description - Letters of support and regulatory approvals (IRB/IACUC), if applicable - Appendix for figures, tables, and citations - Applications are reviewed by the Marfan Foundation Scientific Advisory Board using an NIH-style process - Award decisions are based on scientific merit and foundation priorities --- ## Additional Information - Awards may be transferred if the fellow changes institutions, subject to approval - No funding for institutional overhead, major equipment, travel (except as required for the project), tuition, or administrative salaries - Mandatory progress and financial reporting required - Publications must acknowledge the Marfan Foundation - Intellectual property policies apply; the Foundation may participate in revenue from inventions --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Guidelines](https://marfan.org/resource-library/victor-mckusick-fellows/) - [Download Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://marfan.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/McKUSICK-FELLOWSHIP-GUIDELINES_24Jul2025.pdf) - [Download Application Forms (PDF)](https://marfan.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/FellowshipApp.en_.pdf) - [Application Submission Portal](http://www.tfaforms.com/4773381) - [Marfan Foundation Grants Overview](https://marfan.org/research/grants) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | |--------------|----------------------|--------------------| | Lauren May | Director of Research | lmay@marfan.org | For general inquiries, see the [Marfan Foundation contact page](https://www.marfan.org/contact).

Victor McKusick Fellows

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