A funding call has been launched for research projects which aim to improve quality of life and wellbeing of people living with spinal cord injury (SCI).
Stoke Mandeville Spinal Research (SMSR) has announced its annual funding call for clinical researchers working to improve the lives of those – currently over 50,000 people in the UK alone – with SCI.
The funding – which this year invites international applications for the first time – will be awarded for projects of up to three years and focuses on four priority areas:
- Assistive Technology
- Neuropathic Pain
- Pressure Ulcers
- Urinary Tract Infection
Funding is awarded annually by SMSR, based at the National Spinal Injuries Centre (NSIC), whose aim is to enable people with paralysis to be active members of society and enjoy an independent life.
SMSR research manager Derek Cutler said: “This year, we are for the first time, inviting applications from both UK and international researchers.
“We hope that the pioneering research we are continuing to support will lead to new treatments, practical solutions for day-to-day living, therapies, and a deeper understanding of the complications associated with spinal cord injury.
“Since we launched our grants programme in 2019, we’ve funded over £400,000 of research.
“We hope this new round of funding awards will pave the way for even more innovative treatments to help people living with spinal cord injury.”
Application forms, details of the application process, and eligibility criteria, are available on the Stoke Mandeville Spinal Research website: https://www.lifeafterparalysis.com/grant-application.
Preliminary applications must be submitted by Friday October 21, 5pm UK time.
Successful applicants will be notified and invited to submit a full proposal w/c November 14. Final funding decisions will be made by the charity in March 2023.
