Research Grants – Call for proposal 2013

The goal of the Synapsis Foundation is to support innovative research projects on Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. Priority will be given to support young researchers – postdoctoral and PhD projects that are carried out a Swiss universities and research institutions. Research projects conducted at research outside Switzerland cannot be considered within this Call for Proposals.

A Synapsis Foundation project funding is granted up to CHF 300'000 for a period of maximum 3 years (e.g. CHF 100'000 per year for a three-year project). Institutions may not charge indirect or overhead costs on these awards.

TOPICS

• Basic research in genetics, molecular and cell biology of Alzheimer's disease and related dementing illnesses.
• Innovative approaches towards the pre-symptomatic diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease. We welcome high-risk proposals based on sound science and on truly original ideas.

Application requirements and many other information are available on: http://www.synapsisfoundation.ch/go2/en/call_proposals
You can also send a message to [email protected] to receive the application form.

All applications must be submitted electronically to: [email protected]

Submission deadline: 31st July, 2013.