DoW Multiple Sclerosis Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award
Supports exploratory, high-risk hypothesis-driven multiple sclerosis research projects for eligible applicants, including a new investigator option for early-career faculty.
⚑ Must address at least one FY26 MSRP EHDA focus area. · Two options: Established Investigator and New Investigator. · Preliminary and/or published data not required.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| IPPRA | 58 good | portfolio topic: public_health; social/behavioral work is minor; funds basic research |
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 55 good | technical depth: minor; funds basic research |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 15 none | deep-tech content; no commercialization signal |
Description
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Exploration – Hypothesis Development Award (EHDA) supports the initial exploration of innovative, high-risk, high-gain, and potentially groundbreaking concepts in the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research field. The studies supported by this award mechanism are expected to lay the groundwork for future avenues of scientific investigation. All applications must address at least one of the FY26 MSRP EHDA focus areas. The proposed research project should include a well-formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale and study design. The presentation of preliminary and/or published data is not required.
Distinctive Features: This funding mechanism includes two options: Established Investigator and New Investigator. The New Investigator option supports applicants early in their faculty appointments.
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