Path to a Cure — Collaborative Research Grant

Path to a Cure — Collaborative Research Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Amount: Up to US $1,000,000
Last Updated: August 15, 2025

Summary

The Path to a Cure — Collaborative Research Grant, offered by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, aims to support research in developing new therapies for cystic fibrosis, particularly focusing on CFTR gene repair and replacement strategies. This program prioritizes collaborations that integrate new investigators and innovative technologies into CF research. Applicants can request up to $1,000,000 annually for three years, with proposals requiring preliminary data to demonstrate feasibility and potential impact.

Overview

Note: Applicants must speak with program staff prior to submission to ensure the research aims are in alignment with the research priorities described in this RFA. About the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives by funding research and drug development, partnering with the CF community, and advancing high-quality, specialized care. To achieve this mission, various types of grants and awards are offered to support meritorious research in CF. Path to a Cure — Collaborative Research Grant This program is intended to facilitate research that will contribute to the development of new therapies or therapeutic strategies to treat cystic fibrosis with an emphasis on advancing CFTR gene repair and replacement approaches. Brief Program Overview/Description: Path to a Cure: Collaborative Research Grants are intended to facilitate research that will contribute to the development of new therapies or therapeutic strategies to treat CF, with an emphasis on advancing CFTR gene repair and replacement approaches. Collaborations that bring new investigators and technologies into the CF research community will be given highest priority. Proposals must include preliminary data to justify support from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Funding Amounts In total, applicants may request up to $1,000,000 in direct costs per year for up to three (3) years, plus an additional twelve percent (12%) in indirect costs. The application must consist of at least 2 projects, each led by an investigator.

Eligibility

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