The National Multiple Sclerosis Society propels MS research forward by seeking expeditious ways to conduct research, forge relationships, bridge barriers and garner resources. To this end, the Society funds high-risk pilot grants to quickly test novel ideas. Funding is provided for one year to test innovative, cutting-edge ideas or untested methods and gather sufficient preliminary data to apply for longer-term funding. The Society supports fundamental as well as applied studies, non-clinical or clinical in nature, including projects in patient management, care and rehabilitation.
Application forms are available from the Research & Clinical Programs Department of the Society. Once applications are submitted, they are peer-reviewed in an expedited manner.
Deadline: We are currently not accepting new applications. This program is on temporary hold.
Download complete information on applying for pilot research grants (.pdf)
For more information, please contact:
Patricia O’Looney, PhD
Vice President of Biomedical Research
(212) 476-0413
patricia.olooney@nmss.org