The purpose of the Leahi Fund is “to support programs of research and education in, and the prevention of, pulmonary disease."
A new funding opportunity is available to support a planning grant for qualified and experienced Clinical Research Investigators who are interested in conducting research related to the prevention and treatment of pulmonary conditions that are relevant to Hawaii and its local communities. The overarching goal of this research opportunity is to achieve health equity by improving the care of rural and/or underserved communities disproportionately impacted by respiratory conditons in their environment.
This is a 2 phase grant application process.
Phase I - Planning Grant: This first solicitation calls for an abbreviated summary application due March 3, 2020, for a 6-month planning grant to support the development of a full proposal application. The Leahi Fund may award up to $40,000 to one or two promising projects for a 6-month period starting April 2020. The Leahi Fund Advisory Committee may request additional information from applicants.
Phase II - Research Grant: The specifics of the full proposal - Phase II - will be included in the forthcoming notice of the planning grant award. Given the extend of the funding, only one project may be awarded up to $525,000 over a 3-year period.
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