CCHS NETWORK CALL FOR RESEARCH 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent) and a faculty appointment or equivalent with demonstrated institutional support for the Principal Investigator (PI), such as dedicated research lab space or clinical study resources. Eligible applicants may request funding between $50,000 and $100,000.
To encourage the recruitment of junior faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and residents into CCHS research, a grant of up to $50,000 is available this funding cycle. Applications must include evidence of a mentoring team and a strong letter of support.
Prior recipients of a CCHS Grant Award may apply for a grant award provided sufficient progress was made on the original project and documentation is up to date as determined by the CCHS Grant Advisory Panel (GAP).
APPLICATION DEADLINE
June 30, 2026
DECISION DATE
October 1, 2026
ANTICIPATED AWARD START DATE
January 1, 2027
Research Focus Areas
We are actively seeking proposals in various areas of CCHS, including basic research into any aspect of CCHS biology, translational development of innovative technologies or treatment modalities, and human studies related to the CCHS population. We encourage researchers to consult with the CCHS Network when developing clinical and translational research proposals. We welcome projects that will:
Review Process
Applications are peer-reviewed by the GAP comprised of researchers and physicians respected for their accomplishments and expertise in the biology of CCHS and the care of CCHS patients. Also on the GAP are parents and family members of CCHS patients who have a medical or scientific background.
The following review criteria will be used when reviewing and scoring applications and determining funding decisions:
Significance
Will the proposed work make a significant impact in the understanding, treatment, or care of CCHS patients? What potential does the research have to advance the field of CCHS research?
Investigator(s)
What training and experience do the applicant and the research team possess to ensure successful implementation of the proposed research? The track record and productivity of the investigative team will also be assessed.
Approach
Institutional environment
What institutional resources (equipment, core facilities, support, collaborators) are available to the applicant and are they adequate to facilitate and successfully complete the proposed project?
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications should include the project title and abstract, applicant contact information and biographical sketch, institutional contact information, research strategy, references, budget with justification, and description of organizational resources, environment and appropriate approvals (Institutional Review Board, animal care, etc.) The research strategy should be no longer than 5 pages and include these sections: Specific Aims, Significance and Approach. All other information does not count against the 5-page limit.
Please send final applications to mycchsnetwork@gmail.com.
BUDGET
Proposed expenses related to the research project may include research laboratory supplies, equipment, and publication charges for manuscripts that pertain directly to the funded project. Equipment requests should not exceed more than 10% of the total budget. An accompanying detailed budget justification is required. Indirect and overhead costs, as well as salary for an established PI, are not permitted. However, junior faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and residents may request up to 25% of the total award amount in salary support. Additionally, salary support for other key research personnel may be requested as needed.
Program Inquiries
For application information, policies and procedures, and general information, please visit the CCHS Network’s website at www.cchsnetwork.org or via email: lindadokas@cchsnetwork.org.
RESEARCH ADVISORY GROUP
CCHS grant applications are reviewed by the Grant Advisory Panel (GAP) using an NIH-based protocol. Reviewers are CCHS professional experts and family members with science and medical backgrounds.
Standing Reviewers
Ad Hoc Reviewers
