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 Canada.
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. 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 Fragile X Research Foundation of Canada reserves the right to modify its policies governing grants at any time. The grantee agrees to abide by any changes or to terminate the grant at the time when such changes become effective.