2010 Research Grants Announcement

Applications for Children's Brain Tumor Foundation 2010 researcher-initiated basic and translational research grants will be available online beginning March 1, 2010. 

CBTF seeks outstanding researcher-initiated basic and translational projects that can advance understanding of the underlying biology of the development and treatment of pediatric brain tumors. Investigators in the early years of their careers are encouraged to apply. 

Awards are for $150,000 to be awarded over a two-year period. $75,000 will be awarded for each of the two years. CBTF does not award grants to individuals or to private foundations, and does not fund debt reduction, capital improvements, or travel expenses. Indirect costs are not to exceed 10% of the total project budget. Funding is restricted to researchers at institutions within the United States and Canada. Previous CBTF grant recipients are eligible to apply.

Deadline for both hard copy and e-mail copy is 5:00 p.m. EST, Monday, April 12, 2010.