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Funding Amount

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Deadline

June 1, 2026

54 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SBMA Research Grants

Funder: Kennedy's Disease Association (KDA)

Geographic Scope: International

Focus Areas: Scientific projects that advance knowledge of Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy (SBMA/Kennedy's Disease) and explore potential pathways toward effective treatments

Eligibility:

  • Proposals from junior investigators and senior post-doctoral fellows are encouraged

  • Research must focus on understanding pathological mechanisms or possible treatments for Kennedy's Disease

    • Program Description:
    KDA SBMA Research Grants are designed to support scientific projects that advance knowledge of SBMA and explore potential pathways toward effective treatments. The KDA plans to fund one or more research grants to further the understanding of the pathological mechanisms or possible treatments for Kennedy's Disease.

    Contact Information:

  • Kennedy's Disease Association

  • 1445 Woodmont Lane NW #1805

  • Atlanta, GA 30318

  • Phone: (855) 532-7762

  • Outside US: (734) 288-5580

    • Additional Information:

  • As of November 2025, KDA has awarded $4,080,600.00 in research grants since 2003

  • In 2025, KDA awarded $931,000 in grants and fellowships

  • Review process includes Scientific Review Board evaluation and KDA leadership approval

  • Recipients are notified following the review process and funding approvals

    • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Request for Proposals: Download the 2026 SBMA Research Grants - Request for Proposals document to learn more about the research grants and application guidelines

    2. Submission Requirements:
    - Submit a detailed proposal
    - Meet all eligibility criteria
    - Adhere to submission guidelines provided for each funding cycle

    3. Timeline:
    - Application Deadline: June 1, 2026
    - Scientific Review Board Review: August 2026
    - Notification of Award: September 2026

    4. Review Process:
    - Proposals are evaluated by a scientific review panel with expertise in neuromuscular disease, SBMA, and related fields
    - Final funding decisions are made by KDA leadership in collaboration with scientific advisors

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