BrightFocus Foundation: Macular Degeneration Research

For pioneering research leading to greater understanding, prevention, and treatment of age-related macular degeneration.
New Investigator Grant Program
To support investigators during their early years as an independent investigator involved in studies that have an impact on the causes and/or treatment of macular degeneration. Restricted to new and early investigators who have received their MD, PhD or equivalent degree within the past 10 years at the time of application.
Funding: $150K per year (max $450K) for up to 3 years
Standard Award Program
For investigators greater than 10 years post-terminal degree who are appropriately trained to lead an independent research study (basic, translational and/or clinical in nature) that has an impact on the causes, prevention, and/or treatment of macular degeneration.
Funding: $150K per year (max $300K) for up to 2 years
https://www.brightfocus.org/about/for-scientists/apply-for-a-research-grant/macular-degeneration-research-request-for-proposals/