 |
TMA Research Grants Program
At The Myositis Association, our vision is a world without these debilitating diseases. We know the only way to achieve this ideal is through scientific research. That’s why investing in innovative research is at the heart of our mission.
TMA offers a competitive Research Grants Program to fund innovative research into immune-mediated myopathies. In the 2026 grant cycle, we will offer an array of funding opportunities, according to the following RFPs:
- Cure IBM Research Fund at TMA Grant for a project related to inclusion body myositis.
- IBM/IMNM Fellowship for a project related to inclusion body myositis and/or immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy.
- Immune-Mediated Necrotizing Myopathy Research Grant that focuses on IMNM or one of its subtypes.
- Meredith C. Thomas Memorial Fellowship for a project related to interstitial lung disease and/or antisynthetase syndrome.
Qualified investigators are welcome to apply for more than one grant. More information about these funding opportunities is available here. To receive announcements about this fellowship and other notifications of interest to myositis clinicians and researchers, please join TMA as a healthcare provider.
For additional information about TMA’s Research Grants Program, click here.
Process
1. Register
Click on the "Register" link and complete and submit the registration form.
2. Login
Login to the platform with your email and password.
3. Create
Create your online application.
4. Save
During the Call for Applications period, your application can be saved as DRAFT until all the required information is completed and attachments uploaded. As each section is complete, you will see a 
appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the 
icon in the Application Summary section.
5. Submit
On completion, save your Application as FINAL. Download and print a copy of your application for your records by clicking on the icon in the Application Summary section in the right column. Note: If an update is required prior to the Call for Applications period, you can make the update and resave as FINAL.
If you require assistance or additional information, please contact linda@myositis.org.
Key Dates
Letter of Intent due May 20, 2026Invitation for full application by June 3, 2026
Full application due June 29, 2026
Notification of awards October 2026
Funding to being after November 2026
Contact Us
The Myositis Association6950 Columbia Gateway Drive Suite 370
Columbia, MD 20912
Phone: 410-821-0937
Email: linda@myositis.org
