Opportunity Information: Apply for W81XWH 09 NFRP POSTDOC
Apply for W81XWH 09 NFRP POSTDOC
- The Dept. of the Army USAMRAA in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "DOD Neurofibromatosis Postdoctoral Traineeship Award" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.420 Military Medical Research and Development.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 2, 2009 and posted on Feb 2, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 14, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $360,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The DOD Neurofibromatosis Postdoctoral Traineeship Award (Funding Opportunity Number W81XWH 09 NFRP POSTDOC) is a Department of the Army, USAMRAA-sponsored research training grant under the Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP). Introduced as a new mechanism for FY2009, its core purpose is career development: it is designed to help recent graduates with a medical degree or other doctoral degree gain the training, research experience, and mentorship needed to launch an independent career focused on neurofibromatosis (NF) research. In practical terms, the opportunity is meant to bridge the gap between completing a doctorate and becoming a self-directed investigator with a strong NF research trajectory.
A defining feature of this traineeship is that the postdoctoral trainee is treated as the Principal Investigator (PI). That means the applicant is expected to take the lead in shaping and writing the project narrative, while still receiving guidance from a designated mentor. The program places heavy emphasis not only on the research idea itself, but on the overall training plan, the quality of the mentorship, and the strength of the research environment. Reviewers are therefore likely to weigh how well the proposal develops the trainee into an independent NF researcher, how credible and structured the training activities are, and whether the host setting is well positioned to support the trainee’s growth.
Mentorship is central to the award’s structure. Applicants must identify an active mentor who is already established in neurofibromatosis research, typically demonstrated through a solid record of external funding and peer-reviewed publications in NF. The award expects the mentor to be meaningfully involved rather than serving as a nominal supervisor. Even though the trainee does not have to come into the application with prior NF experience, the proposed project itself must be clearly focused on neurofibromatosis research, aligning the trainee’s development with the NFRP mission.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, this opportunity is classified as a discretionary program and uses cooperative agreement and grant funding instruments within the Science and Technology / Research and Development activity category. The estimated total funding listed is $360,000, with an expected three awards. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The CFDA listing is 12.420 (Military Medical Research and Development). Eligibility is described as “unrestricted,†meaning it is broadly open to different types of applicant entities, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
Key dates for the FY2009 cycle include a posted and created date of February 2, 2009, with an original and current closing date of April 14, 2009, and an archive date of May 14, 2009. For applicant support, the announcement provides contact points for help accessing the full program materials and for electronic submission issues, including PA HELP (301-619-7079, cdmrp.pa@amedd.army.mil), eReceipt HELP (301-682-5507, help@cdmrp.org), and the CDMRP Helpdesk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the DOD Neurofibromatosis Postdoctoral Traineeship Award?
The DOD Neurofibromatosis Postdoctoral Traineeship Award (Funding Opportunity Number W81XWH 09 NFRP POSTDOC) is a Department of the Army, USAMRAA-sponsored research training grant offered under the Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP). It was introduced as a new mechanism for FY2009 and is focused on postdoctoral career development in neurofibromatosis (NF) research.
What is the main purpose of this traineeship?
The core purpose is career development. The award is designed to help recent graduates with a medical degree or other doctoral degree gain structured training, research experience, and mentorship so they can launch an independent career focused on neurofibromatosis research. In practice, it is meant to bridge the gap between completing a doctorate and becoming a self-directed investigator with a strong NF research trajectory.
Who is considered the Principal Investigator (PI) for this award?
A defining feature of this opportunity is that the postdoctoral trainee is treated as the Principal Investigator (PI). The applicant (trainee) is expected to take the lead in shaping and writing the project narrative, while receiving guidance from a designated mentor.
Does the trainee need a mentor to apply?
Yes. Mentorship is central to the award structure. Applicants must identify an active mentor who is already established in neurofibromatosis research.
What qualifications are expected of the mentor?
The mentor is expected to be established in NF research, typically demonstrated through a solid record of external funding and peer-reviewed publications in neurofibromatosis. The award expects meaningful mentor involvement rather than a nominal supervisory role.
Does the trainee need prior experience in neurofibromatosis research?
No prior NF experience is required for the trainee. However, the proposed project itself must be clearly focused on neurofibromatosis research and aligned with the NFRP mission.
What parts of the application are emphasized in review?
In addition to the research idea, the program places heavy emphasis on the overall training plan, the quality of mentorship, and the strength of the research environment. Reviewers are likely to weigh how well the proposal develops the trainee into an independent NF researcher, how credible and structured the training activities are, and whether the host setting can support the trainee's growth.
What is the funding type and activity category for this opportunity?
The opportunity is classified as a discretionary program. It uses cooperative agreement and grant funding instruments and is listed under the Science and Technology / Research and Development activity category.
How much total funding is estimated, and how many awards are expected?
The estimated total funding listed is $360,000, with an expected three awards.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated for this opportunity.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 12.420 (Military Medical Research and Development).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as "unrestricted," meaning it is broadly open to different types of applicant entities, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
When was this funding opportunity posted, and what are the key dates?
For the FY2009 cycle, the posted and created date is February 2, 2009. The original and current closing date is April 14, 2009. The archive date is May 14, 2009.
Where can applicants get help accessing full program materials?
Applicant support contact points include PA HELP at 301-619-7079 or by email at cdmrp.pa@amedd.army.mil for help accessing full program materials.
Who should applicants contact for electronic submission issues?
For electronic submission issues, applicants can contact eReceipt HELP at 301-682-5507 or help@cdmrp.org. The announcement also references the CDMRP Helpdesk as a support resource.
What program is this traineeship offered under?
This traineeship is offered under the Neurofibromatosis Research Program (NFRP) and is sponsored by the Department of the Army through USAMRAA.
How does this award support independence for early-career researchers?
It supports independence by treating the trainee as the PI and emphasizing a structured training plan, strong mentorship, and a supportive research environment, with the explicit goal of preparing the trainee to become a self-directed investigator in neurofibromatosis research.
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