The Biocodex Microbiota Foundation funds research projects focused on human gut microbiota related to health and disease. Every year, the call for proposals covers a specific theme chosen by an International Scientific Committee. Either clinical or fundamental research proposals can be submitted. Theme for International Call for Projects 2021 is “FUNCTIONAL EFFECTS OF THE HUMAN GUT MICROBIOME ON AUTISM” topic:
Clinical effects of different microbiota interventions (such as antibiotics, FMT, diet, probiotics, etc.) in patients with autism.The grant is open to physicians, PhD’s and Pharm-D’s working in the subject area (gastroenterology, pediatrics, microbiology, infectious diseases and internal medicine, etc).
There are no geographic limitations of applicants. Candidates from all countries are potentially eligible.
A principal investigator having already received a Biocodex Microbiota Foundation international grant cannot apply anymore. However, principal investigator of a National Grant can apply for the International Grant.
Application Criteria:
All applications will be reviewed by the independent International Scientific Committee according to the following criteria:
The proposal’s consistency with the predetermined subject
Its scientific quality
Its originality
Its benefit to human health
The quality of the researcher
The quality of the research environment
The feasibility of the project
Application Instructions:
Applications should be submitted via email to apply@biocodexmicrobiotafoundation.com using the form provided on website along with supporting documents.
Grant Size and duration:
The annual grant is set at €200,000 VAT included, independently of the duration of the project (between 1 and 3 years).
The maximal duration of the project will be 3 years.
The application form can be downloaded by clicking the icon below :
Download application
Once you have completed the application form, the Biocodex Microbiota Foundation would be grateful if you could submit your application electronically using the following e-mail address:
apply@biocodexmicrobiotafoundation.com
Please note the submission deadline: 30 November 2020 (24:CET). Following submission, all applicants will receive a receipt confirmation. A late application form will, unfortunately, not be accepted for review by the International Scientific Committee of the Foundation.
Submissions deadline : 11/30/2020
Retrieved on 8/10/2020 From:
https://www.biocodexmicrobiotafoundation.com/international-call-projects-2021
