Open Call for Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Proposals
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation accepts project proposals on an ongoing basis from scientists and clinicians studying any pediatric brain tumor type or subtype.
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If you are a pediatric brain tumor researcher or clinician, we invite you to learn more about the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's open funding opportunities.
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation leads the way in funding basic and translational science, clinical trials for novel treatments, core resources, research consortiums, and scientific conferences that improve survival and quality of life outcomes for pediatric brain tumor patients and survivors.
Thank you for your tireless passion for conducting research toward breakthroughs for young people impacted by brain tumors.
Throughout the year, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) advances several research projects, programs and initiatives towards our mission to improve survival outcomes. We utilize a diverse portfolio that includes foundation-initiated programs; collaborative funding programs, and investigator-initiated general applications submitted through our website.
Below is a preview of important grant support conditions:
- Clinical and translational research prioritized – The PBTF prioritizes supporting patient-impacting research projects and programs that include pilot studies, Phase 0, Phase I and Phase I/II trials and preclinical research with a clearly defined path-forward to clinical research.
- Indirect costs – The PBTF will not fund overhead costs, indirect costs, or similar fees or charges levied by an institution. Funds are not provided for equipment, administrative support, renovations or travel. All funds are to be distributed only for salaries and supplies/reagents/services directly related to the funded research.
- Two-stage submission process: For the PBTF submissions, applicants are required to submit a pre-proposal and, if invited to the next stage, a full application. All submissions undergo an administrative and scientific review, which also considers our funding priorities.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.
PLGG/PLGA Grants
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's PLGA Fund offers targeted grant opportunities for pediatric low-grade glioma and astrocytoma research.
Visit our Funded Projects database to explore the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s currently and previously funded research. Search awards by keyword, pediatric brain tumor type, type of research, and institution. If you have questions about the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s research funding opportunities, please email us to connect with a member of our team.
