OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing
About This Grant
Project Summary/Abstract This application requests funds to acquire the Striatech OptoDrum system, a state-of-the-art instrument for non-invasively measuring visual acuity and contrast sensitivity in mice through optomotor tracking. The OptoDrum system uses automated, head-free motion tracking to accurately quantify visual function in real-time, minimizing operator bias and animal stress. This instrumentation will directly support our NIH-funded research (R16GM149428) that examines mitochondrial-targeted neuroprotection in retinal ganglion cells following optic nerve injury. Access to the OptoDrum will significantly enhance our ability to link structural and molecular outcomes to behavioral visual function, a critical aspect currently lacking at our institution. Furthermore, this acquisition will greatly strengthen York College’s biomedical research capacity and education by providing hands-on training opportunities in neuroscience and visual physiology for undergraduate students. The OptoDrum will also enable collaborative research projects across the broader CUNY system, fostering multidisciplinary initiatives and expanding research programs. Ultimately, integrating this advanced technology into our existing research infrastructure aligns with York College's long-term goal of increasing translational neuroscience research and promoting biomedical science education.
Grant Summary
OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing is a NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences grant providing up to $56K for university, nonprofit, healthcare org. Applications are due 2027-06-30 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Up to $56K
2027-06-30
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing from NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
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OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing?
OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing is offered by NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences and is generally open to university, nonprofit, healthcare org. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing provide?
OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing provides up to $56K per award from NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing deadline?
Applications for OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing are due 2027-06-30 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing?
To apply for OptoDrum for In Vivo Visual Function Testing, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from NIGMS - National Institute of General Medical Sciences.