Michael Geisman Fellowship Grant

Michael Geisman Fellowship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Inc
Amount: Up to US $50,000
Last Updated: September 03, 2025

Summary

The Michael Geisman Fellowship Grant supports post-doctoral trainees engaged in research relevant to osteogenesis imperfecta. This grant offers up to $50,000 annually for one year, with the possibility of extension based on performance. Eligible applicants must hold an MD, DDS, DO, or PhD and have completed their training within the last five years. Research must be supervised by a mentor experienced in osteogenesis imperfecta or related fields.

Overview

The Michael Geisman Fellowship Grant program awards funding to post-doctoral trainees who are currently working on projects with clear relevance to osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), or who have projects that will enable them to develop expertise in OI research.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicant Requirements: Applicant must hold an MD, DDS, DO, or PhD, and be appointed at the level of a post-doctoral trainee, or equivalent, within an academic institution. Applicant should have completed their Ph.D. or clinical training within the past five (5) years.Fellowship Guidelines:Michael Geisman Fellowship awards provide up to $50,000 per year. It is the intention of the OI Foundation that grant monies be used to fund actual costs related to the research being performed including Fellow salary, fringe benefits, and supplies. Fellowship awards are for one year; a second year of funding may be approved based upon satisfactory performance during the first year of funding. Research must be done under the supervision of mentor with training and experience in osteogenesis imperfecta research or research in a related field.