Foundation Fighting Blindness

Grants will be awarded in support of research proposals to understand pathophysiologic mechanisms that cause the transition from aging to early, dry AMD. If successful, the research will inform the design of targeted treatment for the greatest number of people afflicted with early AMD and prevent blindness from late AMD. Proposals must: focus on early, dry AMD; determine the most relevant pathophysiologic pathways and their interactions with other pathways that cause early AMD lesions.

Eligible applicants must hold a PhD, MD, DMD, DVM, DO, or equivalent degree and have a faculty position or equivalent at a domestic or foreign: nonprofit organization or public or private institution, such as a university, college, medical school, hospital, research institute, or laboratory. Individuals from underrepresented racial, ethnic, and gender groups, and individuals with disabilities, are always encouraged to apply.

Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application, due January 4, 2023.