Pre-proposal due November 1; Final proposal due February 12
Press Release – (October 30, 2018 – Bayside, NY) – The Tourette Association of America (TAA), the premier national non-profit organization serving the Tourette Syndrome (TS) and Tic Disorder community, invites applications for its 2018/2019 Young Investigator Award from post-doctoral fellows and independent clinical/research faculty members within 5 years of their first independent faculty appointment at the time of pre-proposal application submission.
The TAA aims to encourage researchers to invest their efforts and expertise in increasing our biological understanding of Tourette Syndrome (TS), pursing clinical research aimed at improving patient care, and developing and testing new therapies.
The Young Investigator Award provides up to $80,000 per year for a total of 2 years (max $160,000).
Investigators are required to have an advanced degree, such as a Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent. Investigators outside of the U.S. are welcome to apply. Applications must include a career development component, as well as an independent research project.
Pre-proposal due: November 1, 2018
Final proposal due: February 12, 2019
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About Tourette Syndrome and Tics
Tourette Syndrome is part of a spectrum of hereditary, childhood-onset, neurodevelopmental conditions referred to as Tic Disorders. These conditions affect both children and adults, causing them to make sudden, uncontrollable movements and/or sounds called tics (e.g. head bobbing, arm jerking, shoulder shrugging and grunting). Non-tic features, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and learning difficulties, often develop in affected individuals. Symptoms in Tic Disorders can range from mild to severe and, in some cases, can be self-injurious, debilitating and markedly reduce quality of life.
While some treatments are available for people with TS and other Tic Disorders, approaches to care are inconsistent, medications are often ineffective and there is no cure.
About the Tourette Association of America
Founded in 1972, the TAA is dedicated to making life better for all individuals affected by Tourette and Tic Disorders. The premier nationwide organization serving this community, the Association works to raise awareness, advance research and provide on-going support. The TAA directs a network of 32 Chapters and support groups across the country. For more information on Tourette and Tic Disorders, call 1-888-4-TOURET and visit us at tourette.org, and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
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