Simons Foundation: Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) (Letter of intent)

Research into the causes and treatment of autism spectrum disorder, including: genetics, molecular

mechanisms, circuits, anatomy, cognition/behavior, translation and therapeutics.
- Pilot Award: Innovative, high-impact proposals for small-scale projects or early-stage experiments.

Investigators new to the field of autism are encouraged to apply. Funding: $250K over 2 years.
- Research Award: For investigators with demonstrated expertise, for compelling, high-impact research

on an experimental hypothesis for which, in most cases, preliminary data have already been gathered. The

foundation will also consider... collaboration between 2 or more labs. Funding: $750K over 3 years.
http://sfari.org/funding/grants/2013-rfa