The UAB Multiple Sclerosis Center awards funding for up to 4 research projects per year to exceptional UAB scientists in support of novel research in the field of MS. These awards, made possible through generous philanthropic giving, advance promising MS research and undergird high-risk/high-reward projects with the potential to discover new treatments with disease-modifying impact. 

Research projects may be basic, translational, or clinical in nature. Evaluation will be based on the track record of the principal investigator, the potential for funding, and how well the proposal fits the identified research focus area(s).  Priority research projects include basic science and pre-clinical studies aimed at the development of novel therapeutic modalities, and clinical studies with disease-modifying treatment emphasis. This award will ultimately create preliminary data that will support more permanent funding through Federal agencies and/or non-profit entities.