The Global Research Awards for Nicotine Dependence (GRAND) 2008
Advancing the Understanding of the Mechanisms of Nicotine Dependence and Its Treatment
An Independent Competitive Grants Program Sponsored by Pfizer
Background
A grants award program is being initiated by Pfizer, to commence in 2008, with a mission to:
- Advance the understanding of the mechanisms of tobacco and nicotine dependence and its treatment.
An additional goal is to advance the career of junior researchers in the field of smoking cessation, researchers who have innovative research ideas but no previous experience as principal investigators.
Total Awards
It is anticipated that 12 awards will be granted in July 2008. Six awards open to all researchers will have an upper limit of US $150,000 and 6 additional awards specifically for junior researchers will have an upper limit of US $50,000. Award recipients will be chosen by a board of international reviewers who are all recognized leaders in the field of nicotine dependence and smoking cessation.
Scope of the Program
The program is open to both new and experienced researchers worldwide.
Basic and clinical research proposals should focus on mechanisms of tobacco and nicotine dependence and may be in any of the following areas:
- Genetics, molecular biology, neurobiology, and neuropharmacology
- Human laboratory (eg, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, cravings, withdrawal) and animal behavior
- Pharmacotherapy of smoking cessation and relapse, and/or its interaction with behavioral support
- Characterization of subtypes of smokers and appropriate interventions.
Study results are expected by October 1, 2010
How to Apply
Application forms can be accessed via the application form link. Completed application forms and accompanying documents should be submitted by email to applications@grand2008.org.
Applications and supporting materials must be submitted by May 14, 2008, 5pm Eastern Daylight Time in the United States. Incomplete submissions will NOT be reviewed. Applications must be completed in English.
Questions
Telephone: +1 215 239 6565 or +44 (0)1403 322065
Email: enquiries@grand2008.org
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