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Dear Researchers and Scholars,

Are you passionate about pioneering research in the realm of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? We are excited to announce the availability of pilot grant funding aimed at fueling innovative investigations in this vital field. As we endeavor to advance knowledge and support individuals with IDD, we invite you to join us in this pursuit.

Funding Purpose: Our pilot grant initiative aims to provide financial support for groundbreaking research focused on intellectual and developmental disabilities. With grants of up to $10,000 available, researchers can utilize these funds to facilitate studies utilizing the IDDRC Cores, including Imaging, Animal Behavior, Genetics, or Clinical Translational Core, along with biostatistical support. Please note that funds are not designated for travel or publication fees.

Join us in pioneering innovative research on intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) with our pilot grant funding. Grants up to $10,000 available.

This is an opportunity to drive impactful change and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of IDD. We encourage you to seize this opportunity and submit your innovative proposals by August 1, 2024.

For further details and to access the application form, please click here. Should you have any queries, do not hesitate to contact us at ihdd@uw.edu.

We look forward to receiving your applications and witnessing the transformative research that emerges from this initiative.

Warm regards,
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Sandra E. Juul, MD, PhD, FAAP

Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience
Director, Institute on Human Development and Disability (IHDD)
Director, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center (IDDRC)
University of Washington / Seattle Children’s Hospital
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