The Center for Lung Health (CLH) is seeking proposals for projects focused on benign and malignant conditions of the lung. The goals are to (1) support investigation that generates preliminary data toward extramural funding, or (2) perform critical experiments, access core facilities, or improve analyses that address specific critiques raised by reviewers for extramural funding. Additional information can be found in the RFA.
Eligibility
These awards are open to investigators with faculty rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor within 10 years of their terminal degree or clinical training across Advocate Health. Eligible applicants should not have already secured large, independent federal or major foundation research grants. If you have questions about your eligibility for this award, please contact Dr. Jessica Bon (Jessica.Bon@wfusm.edu) or Dr. Rajeev Dhupar (Rajeev.Dhupar@advocatehealth.org).
Funding
The Center for Lung Health will fund two projects at $5,000 each. The funds will need to be spent within a 3-month period. Applications should be submitted electronically to the application system by Friday, September 25, 2026 at 11:59PM ET. Questions about your research project should be directed to Dr. Jessica Bon, MD, MS at Jessica.Bon@wfusm.edu or Dr. Rajeev Dhupar, MD, MBA at Rajeev.Dhupar@advocatehealth.org.
Deadlines
- Ignition Fund Application Deadline: 09/25/26, 11:59 pm
- Selection of Awardees: 10/15/26
- Project Start Date: 11/01/26