This research initiative grant is offered to early stage and established investigators to support pilot research projects pertaining to the gut microbiome. The objective of this award is to provide investigators non-… more »salary funds to help establish their research careers or support pilot projects that represent new research directions. The intent of the award is to stimulate research into the relationship of the gut microbiota to digestive health and disease by providing time for investigators to obtain new data that can ultimately lead to subsequent grant applications for more substantial funding and duration.

Amount: $25,000 USD -This award provides $25,000 for one year. Funds may be used for sequencing charges, bioinformatics support, animal charges, personnel, supplies and equipment. Indirect costs are not allowed.