The Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research program is administered by Health Resources in Action. This program provides grants to support research that focuses on the causes of human disease and/or improving treatment. The program aims to support researchers working in non-profit academic, medical, or research institutions in Connecticut, New Jersey, or Rhode Island.

Here are the key details regarding the Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research program:

• Purpose: The program aims to support research focused on the causes of human disease and improving treatment.
• Focus: The program specifically targets medical research.
• Qualifications: To be eligible for the grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Work Institution: Applicants must work in a non-profit academic, medical, or research institution located in Connecticut, New Jersey, or Rhode Island.
2. Mentorship: Applicants must apply for the grant under the guidance of a Mentor, Chair, or Division Chief who is an established investigator with an active research program. The mentor/chair/division chief is expected to provide direct support for the proposed research.
3. Employment Status: Applicants must not hold a tenure-track faculty position or equivalent and should not have a concurrent Career Development Award, NIH R01, or other major source of research funding that covers more than half of their salary.

• Funds: The grant provides funding in the range of $45,000 to $90,000.
• Duration: The grant is awarded annually and covers a period of two years.
• Number of Awards: Two grants are awarded each year.
• Application Process: Application materials can be obtained online.
• Deadline: The application deadline for the Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research program is August 16. It is important to submit the application before this date to be considered for the grant.
• Contact Information: For further information or inquiries, interested individuals can contact Jeanne Brown, Director of Grantmaking, via phone or email.

For comprehensive details and any updates regarding the program, it is recommended to visit the Health Resources in Action website.

The Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research program provides valuable support to researchers working in the medical field. It offers funding and mentorship opportunities to individuals conducting research on the causes of human disease and improving treatment.

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For more information about the Robert E. Leet and Clara Guthrie Patterson Trust Mentored Research and to apply, you can contact Jeanne Brown, the Director of Grantmaking, at 617-279-2255 or via email at jbrown@hria.org or grants@hria.org. Additional details can be found on the Health Resources in Action website at hria.org/tmf/patterson/.