Pediatric Scleroderma Research Awards

Award Amount: Up to $500,000 total for pediatric scleroderma research in each funding cycle

Geographic Scope: United States

Focus Area: Pediatric scleroderma research

Program Description

Specific funding earmarked for research on pediatric scleroderma, one of the Foundation's key priority areas. These awards support both new and established investigators conducting research on scleroderma in children and adolescents.

Eligibility

• New and established investigators welcome to apply
• Research must focus on pediatric scleroderma
• Researchers from institutions across the United States

Background

In 2021, the Foundation identified pediatric scleroderma as a key research priority area and earmarked up to $500,000 for awards in this category. Approximately 11% of proposals in recent funding cycles have focused on pediatric scleroderma research. The Foundation recognizes the critical need for research to improve outcomes for children and adolescents with scleroderma.

Contact:

• National Scleroderma Foundation
• 55 Ferncroft Road Suite #315, Danvers, MA 01923
• Phone: (800) 722-4673
• Email: info@scleroderma.org
• Website: scleroderma.org

Application Process

1. Submit Proposal via the Foundation's online application portal at scleroderma.org/researchapply
2. Required Materials:
   • Detailed research proposal focused on pediatric scleroderma
   • Budget and budget justification
   • Curriculum vitae
   • Institutional support documentation
   • Letters of support (if applicable)
3. Submission Deadline: September 30 (annual cycle)
4. Review Timeline:
   • Applications undergo peer review by panel of scleroderma experts
   • Awards announced annually (typically in January-February)
5. Post-Award Requirements:
   • Annual progress reports required from all grantees
   • Reports reviewed by Foundation's Research Committee for compliance with programmatic, scientific, and fiscal/administrative policies