Apply for funding

Ataxia UK will provide funding for innovative and relevant research that fits into an explicit therapeutic strategy. This does not exclude the advancement of scientific knowledge, but such an outcome would need to be clearly linked.

We will consider a variety of proposals, including:
• projects
• research studentships
• research fellowships (contact office for details)
• travel awards for researchers or students presenting at national/international conferences
• satellite meetings at major symposia of other organisations dealing with related disorders (as a way of raising awareness and enhancing collaboration with researchers in these disciplines)

Selection process

All applicants are encouraged to contact the Research Projects Manager (research@ataxia.org.uk) before submitting a proposal. A two-stage selection process is used to assess the suitability of a proposal for funding. Initially, researchers are asked to submit a preliminary proposal (ie: one page summary of research). This is taken to Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee, who advises on whether to invite applicants to submit a full application. Selected applicants are then invited to submit a full application by completing the full application form. These selected research projects are peer reviewed and assessed by Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee.

Ataxia UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee meets 3 times a year (generally in February, June and September). This Committee advises Ataxia UK's Trustees who then make the final decision on whether to award a grant.

How to apply for funding

If you are interested in applying for a grant from Ataxia UK please contact the Research Projects Manager by emailing research@ataxia.org.uk.

The deadline for preliminary applications is now 17 February 2010.

Helpline: 0845 644 0606

Apply for funding

Selection process

How to apply for funding

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