Research

Learn more about NKF's research programs. Click here (PDF 622kb) for our 2008 Research Report and Directory.

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR KDOQI RESEARCH GRANTS EXTENDED TO JANUARY 2, 2009

We have been gratified by the response to our request for applications for the new KDOQI research grant. In order to facilitate maximum participation in this funding opportunity we are pleased to announce that the deadline for submission has been extended to January 2, 2009. This extension does NOT apply to proposals for NKF Research Fellowships, Young Investigator Grants, Clinical Scientist Awards, or the Franklin McDonald/Fresenius Medical Care Clinical Research Grant. For additional information please send an email to christinep@kidney.org.

**National Kidney Foundation Funding Opportunities for Clinical and Basic Research**
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) has embarked upon an initiative designed to increase support of clinical research through its Postdoctoral Fellowship, Young Investigator Grant and Clinical Scientist Award programs. This undertaking includes the establishment of a special Study Section which will review Fellowship, Young Investigator Grant, and Clinical Scientist Award proposals involving clinical research. Basic science applications are reviewed by a separate Study Section which evaluates all Fellowship and Young Investigator Grant proposals involving basic research. Applications for funding beginning on July 1, 2009 are due December 1, 2008.

Membership Requirements for Fellowship Applicants

Since the NKF research fellowship program is an integral part of the Foundation's overall scientific mission, it is required that Research Fellowship Sponsors support NKF as dues-paying professional members. Candidates who know their sponsors are not members should request that they complete the application on the NKF membership page.
A portion of each professional member's dues payment is contributed to the NKF Research Endowment.

Membership Requirements for Young Investigator Grant and Clinical Scientist Award Applicants

Since the NKF research support program is an integral part of the Foundation's overall scientific mission, it is required that candidates for Young Investigator Grants and Clinical Scientist Awards support NKF as dues-paying members of the National Kidney Foundation, Inc. If you are not a current member please complete our online application.
A portion of each professional member's dues payment is contributed to the NKF Research Endowment.

Applications for funding beginning on July 1, 2009
are due December 1, 2008.

Scientific Research Support Program - An Overview

National Kidney Foundation's Policy on Animal Research

KDOQI Clinical Practice Guidelines Research Recommendations (PDF* 412kb) (updated 9/8/06)

NKF Research, Training, & Education Agenda 2004-2009 (PDF* 103kb)

Click here for NKF Research Program - Recent Awards

NKF to Double Research Funding
The National Kidney Foundation's investment strategy is all about futures – the healthy futures of kidney patients and their families that we are working to ensure through our soon-to-be-expanded research program. The NKF has committed to doubling its funding of research grants and fellowships to promising young scientists over the next five years. Beginning in 2008, the research budget will increase from $2,800,000 in five yearly increments until it reaches $5,600,000 annually. Top areas of research focus include chronic kidney disease, hemodialysis, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and pediatric kidney disease. “I believe research is actually an important patient service,” said NKF Chairman, Chuck Fruit. “It helps patients today and those who may not have to be patients tomorrow.”

Program Announcement - Research on IgA Nephropathy
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) seeks proposals for the support of studies relating to IgA nephropathy. Applications are due November 30, 2007, and will be accepted for IgA research under the NKF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship and Young Investigator Grant programs. Funding for this program announcement has been made available by Strides for IgA Nepropathy.

Professional Councils Grant Program
The NKF Professional Councils offer research grants. more info

Other Funding

Many local kidney foundations fund local research training programs and/or research projects conducted in their service area. Candidates for research support wishing to investigate such funding opportunities can click here to obtain names and contact information for those organizations. Additional funding opportunities may be available from other non-governmental agencies. Please see the information posted at: www.kidneyresearchfunding.info

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