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Army and DHA Seek Faculty for Virtual Post-Traumatic Epilepsy Research Center Awards

The Department of the Army and Defense Health Agency are soliciting applications for the Virtual Post-Traumatic Epilepsy Research Center (ViP-TERC) Faculty Award to advance research in post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE). - Government Buyer: - Department of the Army, US Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) - Defense Health Agency, Defense Health Agency Research and Development, Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - Program Details: - FY26 Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) ViP-TERC Faculty Award - Focus on developing new investigators in PTE research - Virtual research center provides intensive mentoring, national networking, collaborations, and peer support - Research areas include PTE biology, prevention, epidemiology, longitudinal studies, and innovative research tools - Award Information: - Approximately four awards expected - Total funding of $3.2 million; individual awards up to $800,000 - Maximum period of performance is three years - Application Requirements: - Applicants must designate a Career Guide with a strong record of mentorship, funding, and publications - Eligible applicants include U.S. Department of War organizations and others - No OEMs, vendors, or specific products are mentioned, as this is a research grant opportunity - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on investigator development, mentorship, and collaborative research within a virtual center

Description

The fiscal year 2026 Epilepsy Research Program seeks to advance post-traumatic epilepsy research by developing investigators new to the field. It solicits faculty members to join the Virtual Post-Traumatic Epilepsy Research Center, a virtual research center offering mentoring, networking, collaborations, and peer support. The goal is to develop successful, productive researchers in a collaborative environment to enhance the quality and quantity of post-traumatic epilepsy research. The award focuses on both research and career potential and requires designation of a Career Guide with a strong mentorship and funding record.

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