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Innovations in IBD Research

The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada's Innovations in IBD Research program funds novel or innovative approaches to IBD research. This grant is intended to stimulate and support research which may not be encompassed within the boundaries of traditional medical research. Research proposals must conform to sound principles of research. The Foundation seeks excellence as well as innovation.

Grants to a maximum of $50,000 for one year may be awarded. Click on the research title for its abstract.

Name
Title of Research
Period of Funding
Laura Sly
University of British Colombia
 Tuft cells: Can they play a causative role in intestinal inflammation  2011-2012
Megan K. Levings
University of British Colombia

Blocking gut inflammation with genetically engineered cells

  2011-2012
Abstract
Maria Fernandes
Université Laval		 Role of the Myeloid Inhibitory C-type Lectin Receptor in Crohn’s disease  2010-2011
Abstract
John MacLeod
Queen’s University		 Improving treatment of IBD by titrating intestinal TNF-alpha signaling

2009-2010
Abstract
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