Entries Open: The Francis S. Collins Scholars Program

Donor Name: Neurofibromatosis Therapeutic Acceleration Program (NTAP)

Reference URL:https://www.n-tap.org/for-researchers/francis-s-collins-scholars-program

The Francis S. Collins Scholars Program provides full funding, training and mentorship for post-doctoral researchers and early-career faculty committed to advancing clinical and translational research in neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1).

Scholars receive comprehensive support, including up to 100% salary coverage for three years, tuition support for formal training in clinical and translational science, funding for research costs, and travel expenses for scientific meetings. The program also provides high-level mentorship from leading experts in NF1 and related fields, as well as opportunities to participate in collaborative translational research with government, academic, and industry partners.

Eligible applicants must hold a health professional degree permitting patient care, be in the final year of post-doctoral training or within seven years of their first faculty appointment, and demonstrate a strong commitment to patient-focused NF1 research. Candidates are required to dedicate at least 75% of their professional time to the program for a minimum of two years and a maximum of three years, and must assemble a mentorship team with expertise in research, clinical care, and career development in NF1.

For more information, visit NTAP.

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