We fund your research over 2 years in the academic lab of your choice. You spend the money how you like on your project, so that you can give it your best shot.
JUST SCIENCE
Any PhD level scientist can apply anonymously by submitting a one-page research rationale and a graphical abstract. We select ideas, not resumes
NO HASSLE
The application process is fast. We don’t ask for cumbersome reporting. We don’t claim IP. We may just offer partnership opportunities based on your results.
Eligible topics
to get things off the ground
Progressing stem cell culture and cell therapy products through biomimetic strategies
Upgrading stem-cell products and manufacturing processes using new technologies and scientific approaches
Improving the quality control and safety profile of stem cells and stem cell-derived transplants
Enhancing the engraftment, integration and long-term survival of stem-cell derived transplants
Grant jury
Bringing together stem cell biology, Gene editing & biophysics
iPSC genomic integrity
Emeritus Prof. Peter ANDREWS University of Sheffield, UK
BIOPHYSICS
Prof. L. MAHADEVAN Harvard University, USA
DEVELOPMENTAL Biology
Marta SHAHBAZI, PhD MRC Lab of Mol. Biology, Cambridge, UK
GENE EDITING
Justin EYQUEM, PhD University of California San Francisco, USA
STEM CELL THERAPY QUALITY & MANUFACTURING
Shin KAWAMATA, MD, PhD R&D Center for Cell Therapy, FBRI, Kobe, Japan
You can download the template for your research project here, and the template for the graphical abstract here. The online application form will be available on May 1st.