Established Research Program Award 2026

AARN Established Research Program Award

Alberta ALS Research Network Award Overview

This award supports enhanced funding to mature, high-performing ALS research programs in Alberta that are positioned to expand their scope and impact. This opportunity is intended for ongoing, well-defined research programs that have established research infrastructure, demonstrated productivity, and a sustained track record of output (for example, longitudinal cohorts, registries, biobanks, or platform-based research programs). The objectives of this funding opportunity are to:

Facilitate growth of established ALS research programs by supporting expansion of scope, scale, or reach beyond what existing funding allows;
Leverage existing research infrastructure to generate greater scientific and clinical impact;
Promote knowledge translation to improve health outcomes for individuals living with ALS; and
Strengthen research capacity and collaboration within Alberta.

AARN Established Research Program Award

Eligibility

1. Hold an independent academic or research appointment at an Alberta institution that meets CIHR eligibility requirements or equivalent standards recognized by AARN, with the autonomy to conduct independent research and supervise trainees;
2. Lead an established ALS research program, defined as an ongoing, coordinated body of research with:
a. A sustained track record of peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and/or knowledge translation outputs;
b. A history of competitive, peer-reviewed external funding supporting the program;
c. Existing research infrastructure (e.g., active cohort, registry, biobank, data platform, established clinical or laboratory pipeline, or equivalent) that the proposed work will build upon; and
d. Demonstrated productivity and measurable impact in the ALS field or a directly related area.
3. Be in good standing with their institution and any current or previous AARN funding.
4. A member of AARN.

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AARN Established Research Program Award

Funding

• Number of Grants: 2
• Amount: $200,000 per grant
• Term: 2 years
• Funding Start Date: April 1, 2027

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AARN Established Research Program Award

Important Dates

• Call announced: Oct 1, 2026
• Application Deadline: Dec 1, 2026
• Notification of Award: Jan 15, 2027
• Funding Begins: April 1, 2027

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