Postdoctoral Fellowship Award Grant

The Postdoctoral Fellowship Award, offered by the Foundation Fighting Blindness, supports postdoctoral researchers focusing on inherited retinal degenerations and dry age-related macular degeneration. This award provides $80,000 annually for two years, promoting innovative research and professional growth through mentorship. Applicants are expected to take the lead in their application process while receiving substantial guidance from their mentors, fostering collaboration and advancement in the field.

The Postdoctoral Fellowship Award is intended to support the training of postdoctoral fellows engaged in innovative research projects focused on inherited retinal degenerations (IRD) and dry age-related macular degeneration (dAMD). The fellowship provides financial support, allowing fellows to pursue innovative research. Working closely with mentors to foster professional growth, networking, and potential long-term collaborations. Fellows are expected to take primary responsibility for writing and preparing their applications, with the understanding that mentors will provide substantial guidance and support throughout the process. The award will provide $80,000 per year for two (2) years.