Pediatric Ophthalmology Career-Starter Research Grants
Funding Amount
Up to $100,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Pediatric Ophthalmology Career-Starter Research Grants
Funder: Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc.
Focus: Support research to launch the careers of clinical and basic researchers focused on the prevention and cure of potentially blinding diseases in infants and children.
- Amblyopia
- Congenital cataract
- Congenital glaucoma
- Retinopathy of prematurity
- Ocular malformations
- Congenital nystagmus
- Hereditary eye diseases (retinal dystrophies, retinoblastoma, etc.)
- Clinical or basic research on conditions that can or may eventually be treated or prevented
Eligible Research Areas
- Applicants at the beginning of their academic careers
- Must have received M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree
Eligibility
Geographic Scope
Not specified (appears to be open internationally)- Phone: 214-888-0220
- Fax: 214-888-0230
- Email: manager@ktef.us
- Address: 3201 Cross Timbers Rd Bldg 4 Ste 300, Flower Mound TX 75028-2946
Contact Information
Background
The Knights Templar Eye Foundation, Inc., sponsored by the Grand Encampment of Knights Templar of the United States of America, was created as a tax-exempt charity under the Internal Revenue Code and Maryland state law.How to Apply
Application Process
Guidelines: Refer to 2026 Career Starter Guidelines v11
Required Materials:
Specific application requirements not detailed in provided content. Consult the guidelines document.
Submission:
Applications accepted annually. Contact the foundation for submission details and deadlines.
Note: Detailed application instructions and required forms are available in the official 2026 Career Starter Guidelines document.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
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