The Myhre Syndrome Foundation has today launched the first International Research Grant Program to support the advancement of knowledge of Myhre syndrome.

The first grant of up to $100,000 is seeking applicants to conduct basic, pre-clinical, translational, and clinical research projects that investigate all aspects of Myhre syndrome.

The Foundation is particularly interested in funding research projects that have the potential to accomplish one or more of the following:

- Identify novel therapies that may significantly improve the quality of life of individuals with Myhre syndrome;

- Address an important or novel research question related to Myhre syndrome;

- Investigate an aspect of Myhre syndrome that is less well researched or is a promising new area for research;

- Promote and encourage Myhre syndrome research in young investigators;

- Produce preliminary data that would facilitate broader or more substantial funding from agencies, foundations, or corporations in the future;

- Discover a cure for Myhre syndrome.

Kathy Young, Myhre Syndrome Foundation Vice-President and Scientific Committee leader said “The Myhre Syndrome community and network of donors has made this grant program possible. As a rare disorder community, we recognize the collective efforts needed to get to this point. Research is a key pillar of our activity at the Foundation as we look ahead to improving the lives of those with Myhre and to one day find a cure.”

For more information about the Myhre Syndrome Foundation’s International Grant Program, and for application guidelines click here.