There is no funding limit to this category of grant. The purpose of this grant program is to promote research aimed at finding a specific treatment for fragile X syndrome. Preference is given to institutions within the United States. Individuals nominated by applicant institutions for the postdoctoral fellowship should have training and experience at least equal to the Ph.D. or M.D. Level.
Preference is given to United States citizens.
Fellowships and grants are awarded for the period of one year and may be renewed for a second year, based on satisfactory progress. A financial report and progress report are required at the end of each year. The grantee agrees to abide by any changes or to terminate the grant at the time when such changes become effective. Failure to abide by the policies governing grants shall be considered sufficient grounds for cancellation of a grant or refusal to consider any pending application by the grantee. Research involving human subjects must have Institutional Review Board approval.