ACR REF Rheumatology Investigator Award

Please download and read the entire award application—embedded below—before preparing your application. You should compile all requested items PRIOR to beginning the online application process.

>> Scroll down to view a list of past recipients.

Online Application Process
Once you have prepared your application according to the specific award instructions, you may upload each item into the online application.

Applicants must designate whether their application should be reviewed by the basic science study section or the translational/clinical science study section by choosing the appropriate selection from the drop-down menu within the online application.

All applicants and award recipients must abide by the REF Awards and Grants Policy at all times.

Application Deadline
The application deadline is 4:00 PM EDT, August 3, 2009. Applicants are responsible for submitting all required sections and documents prior to this deadline.

Download Template(s)
Face Page Template (MS Word)
Benchmarks for Success Template (MS Word)
Proposed Budget Template (MS Word)
Distribution of Time Template (MS Word)

For more information about this award, please contact the REF office by e-mail or by phone at (404) 633-3777.

Award Application