Funding-National Scientist Development Grant (SDG); January 22, 2010

Agency

American Heart Association (AHA) National Research Program 

Description

The American Heart Association (AHA) funds research broadly related to cardiovascular disease and stroke. AHA supports research in clinical and basic sciences, bioengineering, biotechnology and public health. Applications related to obesity, women and heart disease, and resuscitation are particularly encouraged.

The objective of this program is to support highly promising beginning scientists in their progress toward independence by encouraging and adequately funding research projects that can bridge the gap between completion of research training and readiness for successful competition as an independent investigator. All basic disciplines, including multidisciplinary efforts, as well as epidemiological, community and clinical investigations that bear on cardiovascular and stroke problems.

Closing Date: January 22, 2010

Link to Full Announcement

http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3059907