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International Retinal Research Foundation

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Alston Callahan, M.D. Postdoctoral Scholar Award in Basic Science
The International Retinal Research Foundation offers the Alston Callahan, M.D.
Post-doctoralVision science
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Amount
Not listed
IRRF Postdoctoral Scholar Awards
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) offers three one-year Postdoctoral Scholar Awards honoring Alston Callahan, Charles D. Kelman, and Loris and David Rich.
Post-doctoralHealth
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Amount
$35,000
The Loris and David Rich Postdoctoral Scholar Award
The International Retinal Research Foundation offers the Loris and David Rich Postdoctoral Scholar Award to support emerging vision scientists and strengthen the international pipeline of independent retinal and vision researchers.
Post-doctoralVision science
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Amount
Not listed
IRRF Grants for Non-Profit Vision Research Projects
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) supports one-year research projects at nonprofit institutions focused specifically on human eye diseases, particularly macular and peripheral retinal conditions, with funding of up to $100,000 annually; renewals may be considered.
Research ProjectHealth
Deadline
May 15, 2027
Amount
$100,000
Robert Machemer, MD/IRRF Fellowship Award
The International Retinal Research Foundation offers the Robert Machemer, MD/IRRF Fellowship Award to support the early-career development of vitreoretinal surgeons conducting research on the causes and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
FellowshipHealth
Deadline
May 15, 2027
Amount
$100,000
Alston Callahan, M.D. IRRF Scholar Award (Postdoctoral, Basic Science)
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) offers the Alston Callahan, M.D.
Post-doctoralVision science
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
Not listed
IRRF Postdoctoral Funding / Postdoctoral Scholar Award Guidelines
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) awards one-year research grants to nonprofit institutions to support scientific studies of human eye diseases—especially macular and peripheral retinal research—with renewals considered after favorable review of progress and finances.
Post-doctoralVision Research / Ophthalmology
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
$100,000
IRRF Postdoctoral Scholar Awards
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) offers three named Postdoctoral Scholar Awards annually providing $35,000 in one-year salary and research support to postdoctoral scholars preparing for independent research focused on diseases of the macula or peripheral retina.
Post-doctoralHealth
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
$35,000
IRRF Postdoctoral Scholar Awards (Alston Callahan, Charles D. Kelman, Loris and David Rich Scholar Awards)
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) awards three annual Postdoctoral Scholar Awards (Alston Callahan, Charles D. Kelman, and Loris & David Rich) providing $35,000 in salary and research support for one year to support postdoctoral researchers advancing discovery, treatment, and cures for macular and peripheral retinal diseases.
Post-doctoralVision/Ophthalmology
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
$35,000
The Charles D. Kelman, M.D. Postdoctoral Scholar Award
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) awards the Charles D. Kelman, M.D.
Post-doctoralVision science
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
Not listed
The Loris and David Rich Postdoctoral Scholar Award
The International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) awards the Loris and David Rich Postdoctoral Scholar Award to support postdoctoral research in retinal and vision science and to expand the international pool of investigators prepared for independent research.
Post-doctoralVision science / Ophthalmology
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
Not listed
The Robert Machemer, MD/IRRF Fellowship
International Retinal Research Foundation (IRRF) administers the Robert Machemer, MD/IRRF Fellowship, an annual award created in partnership with the Robert Machemer Foundation to support the transition of a vitreoretinal surgical fellow into independent research that improves understanding and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.
FellowshipOphthalmology/Vision Science
Deadline
Not listed
Amount
$100,000

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