Call for Letters of Intent

Research Focus

• Basic Science
• Translational Science
• Clinical Science

Degree

• Doctor of Medicine
• Doctor of Philosophy
• Doctor of Pharmacy
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Academic Level

• Postdoctoral Fellows or Instructors, within 3 years of terminal degree, who do not have faculty positions
• Junior Faculty within first 4 years of appointment at the time of application; includes Instructors and Assistant Professors
• There are no restrictions for applicants as to age or national origin

Institutional Requirements

• Academic or medical or research institutions based anywhere worldwide
• Sponsoring institution must assign a mentor in the proposed research field who assumes responsibility and provides guidance for the research

Other Eligibility Requirements

• Past Award recipients are not eligible to apply
• Prior experience in the field of cholangiocarcinoma not required

Funding

• Each grant will provide up to $50,000 over one year for expenses related to the research project, which may include salary and benefits of the grant recipient.
• The number of grants in each funding cycle are determined based on individual merit and availability of funds
• CCF will not fund Indirect Costs

Evaluation of Letters of Intent

• A limited number of applicants whose Letters of Intent are deemed most meritorious will be invited to submit full applications.
• The Letters of Intent will be reviewed by the CCF Scientific Review Committee, comprised of established clinical, translational, and basic science researchers.
• Applicants will be notified regarding LOI selection by October 7, 2020.

Letters of Intent (LOI) Narrative

• The LOI should provide a brief summary of the proposed research project, including the specific aims and rationale, scientific approach, significance and statement of innovation. (1 page limit)
• The LOI must be accompanied by the applicant's Biographical Sketch.