The UCSF Liver Center is soliciting proposals for new initiatives in liver biology and disease. The funding is intended specifically to help investigators generate preliminary data for a full application to federal or other extramural agencies. Period of funding is for one year beginning in November or December, 1999. For investigators already working in the liver-biliary area, the project should represent a distinct departure from currently funded work. Applications from senior fellows and junior faculty are particularly encouraged.
Funds generally are for project support.
They cannot be used for the applicant's salary or for travel. Purchase of major equipment requires a compelling justification. Indirect costs are not applied. Awardees are granted membership in the Center, and they present their work to the membership at the annual retreat. The applicant's c.v. should be included.