Neuromuscular Research Foundation Trust

The newly formed Neuromuscular Research Foundation Trust is accepting funding applications for research relevant to New Zealanders living with neuromuscular conditions. Proposals which address the prevalence and incidence of neuromuscular conditions, standards of care and habilitation and rehabilitation will be given first priority, although proposals relating to treatment and cures will also be considered subject to conditions.

Research of a preliminary nature with the intention of developing further proposals for substantial financial support from elsewhere is likely to be favoured. Proposals in support of PhD research are very welcome, for which there will be up to two Muscular Dystrophy Association New Zealand scholarships of up to $5000 each.

Closing date for applications is 11th November 2011 and we hope to advise the outcome by 31st March 2012.

For more information and an application form please call or email Chris Higgins, Chief Executive, on 09 815 4260 or 0800 800 or chris@mda.org.nz