DoW Multiple Sclerosis Investigator-Initiated Research Award
Supports rigorous investigator-initiated multiple sclerosis research projects for eligible applicants, excluding clinical trials, that address at least one FY26 MSRP focus area and include preliminary and/or published MS-relevant data.
⚑ No clinical trials allowed. · Applications must address at least one FY26 MSRP IIRA focus area. · Preliminary and/or published data relevant to MS are required. · Two options: Established Investigator and New Investigator (early-faculty pathway).
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| IPPRA | 58 good | portfolio topic: public_health; social/behavioral work is minor; funds applied research |
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 55 good | technical depth: minor; funds applied research |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 30 weak | funds applied research; deep-tech content |
Description
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Investigator-Initiated Research Award (IIRA) supports highly rigorous, high-impact research projects that have the potential to make an important contribution to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research, patient care, and/or quality of life. All applications must address at least one of the FY26 MSRP IIRA focus areas. Research projects may focus on any phase of research, excluding clinical trials. The rationale for a research idea may be derived from laboratory discovery, clinical trial results, population-based studies, a clinician’s firsthand knowledge of patients, or anecdotal data. Applications must include preliminary and/or published data that are relevant to MS and the proposed research project.
Distinctive Features: This funding mechanism includes two options: Established Investigator or New Investigator. The New Investigator option supports applicants early in their faculty appointments.
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