An important goal of the INI is to support new and existing high impact neuroscience research at the University of Iowa.  Toward this, we will issue a call for applications for INI Accelerator Grants, which will focus specifically on pilot projects that will lead to the submission of and R01 or equivalent grant application.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• May involve any basic, translational, or clinical neuroscience research 
• Applications can be from any college.
• The PI must either be a member of the INI or be someone qualified to join the INI as a member.

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:

• A cover page that includes: Project title; PI’s contact information and public lay abstract highlighting the goal and importance of the project.
• A one-page description of the project including: significance, scientific goals.
• A half-page description of how this proposed work will lead to an external grant application.
• A half-page description of the budget with justification.  Direct costs for research (e.g., research personnel, core usage, animal care, etc.) are allowed.  Travel, tuition and faculty salary are not allowable expenses. 
• PI’s NIH biosketch including current funding.
• Additional materials may be required after submission for review.

EVALUATION

INI Accelerator Grants will be evaluated on

• Scientific impact and approach
• Potential for future funding 

AWARDS

• Awards will be up to $50,000 for a maximum of one year.
• Awardees must report final progress to the Iowa Neuroscience Institute and acknowledge the INI in all publications resulting from funded Accelerator Grants.

TIMELINE

• Applications due by TBD