
Call for Letters of Intent
The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (CCF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2006 to find a cure and improve the quality of life for those affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer).
Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Research Fellowship Program
In 2015, the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation established a Research Fellowship Program aimed at supporting early career researchers worldwide focusing on the study of cholangiocarcinoma. To-date, $1,900,000 has been awarded to raise awareness about cholangiocarcinoma and inspire innovative, quality research.
The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation chooses grant recipients carefully to ensure that they will build working relationships between researchers, institutions, and industry and share information, samples, and expertise with others in the field.
Learn more about our Research Philosophy
Key Dates
Letter of Intent Deadline:
August 31, 2020 @ 11:59 pm (EDT)
Applicants Notified of Decision Status of Letter of Intent:
October 7, 2020
Full Application Deadline:
(for those invited to apply based on the Letter of Intent)
November 20, 2020 @ 11:59 pm (EDT)
Notification of Award
February 1, 2021
Award Period:
April 1, 2021-March 31, 2022
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.
FAQs
Answers to our most frequently asked questions about the grant application process.