NCL-Stiftung is a highly specialized medical research funder focused on juvenile neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCL/Batten disease), often called childhood dementia, and on building scientific pathways toward therapies. It supports both basic and translational research worldwide, with an emphasis on early-career investigators, doctoral candidates, and clinically oriented projects that can advance understanding of NCL and related neurodegenerative diseases. The foundation also appears to value cross-disease work that connects childhood neurodegeneration with adult dementias, as well as fast support for promising new ideas.
Provides targeted international grants, fellowships, and annual awards for NCL-focused research; support ranges from a €50,000 research prize to multi-year doctoral fellowships and small rapid-response start-up grants. Application-based programs appear to have formal deadlines and reporting requirements, while some awards may be competitive and science-driven rather than open-ended.
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Watch the biannual doctoral fellowship deadlines (February 28 and August 31) and prepare a strong, clearly NCL-centered research proposal with translational relevance. Emphasize how the project advances therapies for juvenile NCL, includes a realistic work plan, and, if relevant, connects to broader neurodegeneration biology. Expect reporting obligations for fellowships and be ready for potentially rapid review on short-term start-up support.
Current and upcoming funding from NCL-Stiftung that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Candidates are normally recommended by their supervisors; projects must align with the foundation's goals and undergo interview with the research leader.
Deadline: 28th February and 31st August every year
Who can apply: Projects should contribute to curing NCL, especially clinically oriented projects. Scientists from around the world are encouraged to apply, particularly those in related fields such as Alzheimer's, ageing, and lysosomal storage diseases.
Who can apply: Projects should be small, translational in nature, and designed to create a foundation for larger future projects.
Who can apply: Two laboratories from the relevant fields must apply jointly. The award is intended to strengthen cross-field collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Deadline: Awarded in 2025; future cycle not specified.
Who can apply: Projects should address specific translational questions and create a basis for new research projects.
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