Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD) - Gordon L. Snider Scholar Award ($ 225,000)

The Alpha-1 Foundation in Florida, USA invites applications for a new research grant, the Gordon L. Snider Scholar Award. Deadline for applications is July 25, 2014. The foundation intends to commit up to $ 225,000 ($ 75,000/year) over three years to fund one award. Its objective is to provide additional career development support for outstanding young investigators who have continued to conduct research in AATD related lung or liver disease after completion of their postdoctoral fellowship.

The award is named after Dr. Gordon L. Snider, one of the most influential researchers in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. Dr. Snider not only made seminal scientific contributions which have clarified the pathogenesis of AATD related lung disease, but also laid the groundwork for the Foundation’s research program. In particular, he stressed the importance of encouraging young investigators to pursue a career in AATD research.  It is expected that the award will provide an incentive for a career in AATD research.

The Alpha-1 Foundation is dedicated to providing the leadership and resources that will result in increased research, improved health, worldwide detection, and a cure for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.