Fritz Thyssen Foundation: "Molecular Basis of the Genesis of Disease"

Name: Fritz Thyssen Foundation: "Molecular Basis of the Genesis of Disease"
Application deadline: 30/09/13
General description:

Supports molecular-biological investigations of those diseases which are caused to an important extent by genetic defects. The following projects are assigned preference:
* Functional analysis of genes for monogenic and complex genetic illnesses
* Establishment and evaluation of cell and animal models for the study of genetic illnesses
* Analysis of predisposing genes or genes which modify illnesses
The Foundation puts special emphasis on the support of young scholars. Collaboration with German researchers is essential.
http://www.fritz-thyssen-stiftung.de/funding/types-of-support/support-of-projects/?L=1

Source: Foreign
Participating Countries: Germany, Israel,
Contact person: Robi, 2152, robertg@tx.technion.ac.i
Fields: Life Sciences and medicine
Type of funding: New faculty
Type of fund: The fund is not a competitive fund
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