DoW Multiple Sclerosis Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award
This Department of War (CDMRP) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award supports early exploration of innovative, high-risk concepts in MS research, with a testa…
- Deadline
- Aug 13, 2026
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Award amount
- Amount not specified
In plain English
This Department of War (CDMRP) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award supports early exploration of innovative, high-risk concepts in MS research, with a testable hypothesis required but no preliminary data needed. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted (open to any eligible entity type), subject to clarifications in the full announcement. The mechanism includes Established Investigator and New Investigator options, the latter supporting applicants early in their faculty appointments. No award amount is listed.
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Who can apply
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
About this grant
Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Multiple Sclerosis Research Program (MSRP) Exploration – Hypothesis Development Award (EHDA) supports the initial exploration of innovative, high-risk, high-gain, and potentially groundbreaking concepts in the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research field. The studies supported by this award mechanism are expected to lay the groundwork for future avenues of scientific investigation. All applications must address at least one of the FY26 MSRP EHDA focus areas. The proposed research project should include a well-formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale and study design. The presentation of preliminary and/or published data is not required. Distinctive Features: This funding mechanism includes two options: Established Investigator and New Investigator. The New Investigator option supports applicants early in their faculty appointments.
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