Frequently Asked Questions
What is the source of funding for the research program?
Grain Foods Foundation members (comprised of baking, milling, and allied companies), along with other non-profit organizations and governmental bodies, provide the funding for the research program.
Are there any caveats to the research topics and parameters posed in the RFA?
No. All research projects that align with our identified priorities and research integrity principles will be considered.
Does all research need to be conducted in the U.S. and/or focused on U.S. subjects?
Funded research will be subject to the requirements and priorities outlined in respective RFA’s. In some cases where the focus of the proposal does not need to be U.S.-based, it will be important that findings among international participants apply to the public health needs of the U.S. population, given GFRI’s mission and programming focus.
What timelines apply to funded research?
The contract for a funded project will include timeline parameters that coincide with mid-term and final reports, including subsequent payments. For research in which we do not have a required timeline for completing and publishing, we do request that all research (regardless of outcome) be published in a timely manner.
Does a letter of intent (LOI) or research application need to include a detailed budget?
No, a total cost estimate should be included, not a detailed budget. The full proposal should include a detailed budget.
Is the Grain Foods Research Institute involved in the publication process?
No. We request that all findings be published, regardless of the outcome. GFRI has no involvement in evidence analysis or manuscript development but require all research abide by our research integrity principles.
Are postdoctoral fellows eligible to apply?
Postdoctoral fellows are eligible to apply with a co-investigator who has a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree and is a research staff or faculty member at a nonprofit academic or research institution.
Can grant funding support effort of both the principal investigator and other researchers?
Yes, funding can be used to support PIs and other researchers working on the study.
