2019 Grant Opportunity – Now Open

Closing date for applications of 5pm GMT February 28th, 2019

Applications are invited for studies the histiocytic disorders including Histiocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis, or rare histiocytic disorders for a maximum budget of £50,000 and duration of up to 24 months.

Histio UK will consider scientific and clinical research on the epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and clinical care of patients with histiocytosis.

Applicants will be required to describe the likely impact of their research upon patients with histiocytosis and to outline a plan to attract further independent funding, using the award to drive forward new competitively-funded research relevant to histiocytosis. The credibility of these sections of the application will be central to a successful outcome through the review process.

The scientific review board will meet to discuss applications in May and submit their recommendations to the Trustees for approval soon after.

Eligible costs include salaries and consumables for researchers directly engaged in the proposed study but will not include PI salary, overheads, IT equipment or travel.

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