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FMO - Research funding
Supports eye and vision research projects
Offered by
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 50,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Canada
Overview
The program supports eye and vision research projects, especially promising initiatives on myopia, early-career pilot projects, and national or international networking. Funding is up to 50,000 per program, with support also extended to student research awards and ophthalmology residents.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Capitale-Nationale
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects on myopia.
- Pilot research projects in vision science.
- National and international networking and collaboration projects.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers in vision science.
- Early-career researchers.
- Postdoctoral trainees and medical residents.
- Graduate optometry students and visual rehabilitation professionals with a university research role.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Frequently Asked Questions about the FMO - Research funding Program
What is the FMO - Research funding?
The program supports eye and vision research projects, especially promising initiatives on myopia, early-career pilot projects, and national or international networking. Funding is up to 50,000 per program, with support also extended to student research awards and ophthalmology residents.
How much funding can be received?
FMO - Research funding Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the FMO - Research funding program?
To be eligible for the FMO - Research funding program, you must:
Eye or vision research project
Aligned with program theme
May target early-career researchers
What expenses are eligible under FMO - Research funding?
Research projects on myopia.
Pilot research projects in vision science.
National and international networking and collaboration projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the FMO - Research funding?
You can contact Eye Disease Foundation (FMO).
Where is the FMO - Research funding available?
The FMO - Research funding program is available across Canada.
Is the FMO - Research funding a grant, loan, or tax credit?
FMO - Research funding is a Partnering and Collaboration