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Edward H. Schuchman Research Fellowship (ASMD; NPD Types A & B)

National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation
Edward H. Schuchman Research Fellowship $40,000 per annum for two years

Printable Flyer/Poster about the Edward H. Schuchman Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

The National Niemann-Pick Disease Foundation (NNPDF) invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellowship examining the biology of Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD), aka Niemann-Pick Disease Types A and B, a lysosomal storage disease of varying symptoms, onset and complexity.

M.D., Ph. D. and/or D.V.M. postdoctoral fellows are eligible to apply for funding to improve our understanding of the biology and pathogenesis of Acid Sphingomyelinase Deficiency (ASMD), aka Niemann-Pick Disease Types A and B.  Preference will be given to research projects developing new therapies for ASMD and for identifying biomarkers to improve diagnosis or to monitor disease progression and efficacy in clinical trials.

The Schuchman Fellowship provides support of $40,000 per year for two years and may be renewable based on performance.  Applicants must be currently associated with a recognized laboratory.

This fellowship is named for Edward H. Schuchman, Ph.D . of Mount Sinai School of Medicine , a pioneer in ASMD research and supporter of those affected by Niemann-Pick Disease.

Applications for the Edward H. Schuchman Research Fellowships are due May 1, 2012, and should be submitted by email to the Research Committee Chair .

Click here for complete application information .

Applicants will be informed of the funding decision by August 15, 2012, via email.

Fellowships awarded will begin September 1, 2012.

Printable Flyer/Poster about the Edward H. Schuchman Research Fellowship

For further information please contact the Research Committee Chai r .

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