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Research Proposal- Safety, Efficacy and Cost-Effectiveness of Supplementing Intermediate Term, Cold Storage Media with Amphotericin

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Proposal Form

In response to the reported increased incidence of postkeratoplasty fungal infection, the Eye Bank Association of America is currently accepting investigator and industry-initiated proposals focused on the safety, efficacy and cost-effectiveness of supplementing intermediate term, cold storage media with amphotericin. Please use the spaces and upload buttons below to submit your proposal.

Principle Investigator Information

Name of Principle Investigator
Organization/Institution Address*
Please upload your CV/Bio Sketch here.
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Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

    Eye Bank or Paton Society Affiliation

    If you are not affiliated with an eye bank, please enter the name of the Paton Society Member who supports your project. Please include a letter of support.
    This is only required if the project is not associated with an eye bank or Paton Society Member.
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    Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

      Scientific Supervisor Information

      Needed for applicants-in-training, eye-bank technicians, and nurses
      Scientific Supervisor Name (if applicable)
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      Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

        Co-Investigator Information

        Please list the information for each co-investigator on the project.
        Co-Investigator #1 Name
        Co-Investigator #2 Name
        Co-Investigator #3 Name
        Co-Investigator #4 Name

        Grant Award Information

        Name of Organization to which award should be made.
        Address where Grant Funds will be sent:*
        Address where Grant Funds will be sent:

        Research Proposal

        Each proposal must include:
        • Background and Specific Aims of the project (Max Length: 1 page)
        • Significance (Max length: 1 page)
        • Methods / Approach (Max length: 3 pages)
        • Qualifications & Facilities (Max Length: 1 page)
        • References (Max length: 2 pages)

        Background & Aims

        Include the information in the space below or upload the information using the tool below. (Max Length: 1 page)
        State the background of the project and the specific aim(s) of this study.
        Please upload the document related to the background and aims of the research proposal here.
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        Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

          Significance

          Use this section to state the significance of this project to eye banking and/or corneal transplantation.
          Explain the significance of this project to eye banking and/or corneal transplantation.
          Upload your documents detailing the significance of this project.
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          Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

            Methods & Approach

            Include the information in the space below or upload the information using the tool below. (Max Limit: 3 pages)
            Provide a concise description of the methodology and approach that will be used. Relate the research techniques directly to the specific aim(s). (Limit: 3 pages)
            Upload a document that outlines the research plan including the methods and approach.
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            Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

              Qualifications & Environment

              Include the information in the space below or upload the information using the tool below. (Max Limit: 1 page)
              What are your qualifications to carry out this study? (Word limit: 500 words)
              How is the environment at your organization/institution/company conducive to carrying out the proposed study? Include the facilities, personnel, resources, and infrastructure that are available to you and how they will help with the conduction of this study. List responsibilities of key personnel pertaining to this study. (Word limit: 500 words)
              Please list any other funds/resources that you have received to assist in the completion of this study (e.g., technician support, equipment, etc.)? List all grant applications pertinent to this study that are currently submitted or planned within the next year. (Word limit: 250 words)
              Use this tool to upload a document detailing your qualifications and the facilities and resources available to you to the carry this study.
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              Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

                Budget

                Provide a detailed itemized budget for the proposed project. List the budget in the space below or upload using the tool below. (Max Length: 1 page)
                Itemize all proposed expenditures. Provide a brief justification for any item for which the need may not be obvious. (Max Length: 1 page)
                Upload your itemized budget here.
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                Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

                  References

                  Include all projects and papers that are being referenced in producing this research. (Max Limit: 2 pages)
                  Upload list of references here.
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                  Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

                    Supporting Documents

                    Include any additional documents (including tables and figures) that support your proposal.
                    Include any additional documents, tables, etc, here.
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                    Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

                      Research Safeguards

                      Animal Subjects (if applicable)
                      It is the policy of the Eye Bank Association of America that institutions and organizations using experimental animals in projects or demonstrations supported with funds from EBAA grants shall assure the EBAA in writing of compliance with the Principles for Use of Laboratory Animals as stated in the regulations of the Department of Health & Human Services.
                      Human Subjects
                      Safeguarding the rights and welfare of human subjects involved in research supported by the Eye Bank Association of America is the responsibility of the institution to which the support is awarded. It is the policy of the Eye Bank Association that no grant to support research involving human subjects be made unless the research is given initial and continuing review and approval by an appropriate committee of the applicant's institution. This review should assure that (a) the rights and welfare of the individuals involved are adequately protected, (b) the methods used to obtain informed consent are adequate and appropriate, and (c) the risks to the individual are outweighed by the potential benefit of him or her by the importance of the knowledge to be gained.
                      If applicable, please upload copies of the consent form and IRB approval statement.
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                      Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, jpg, png, Max. file size: 25 MB.

                        Acknowledgement of Terms

                        Acknowledgement of Terms. If the project is approved for support, I agree to the following: (Please check each box)*
                        Please check this box if all of the information in this application is correct and complete.*

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