Competitive Grants
Competitive grants follow a procedure that begins when IFFGD publicly announces an invitation for applications. The call for applications typically includes a general description of the purpose, eligibility criteria, and selection criteria for the grants. Applications received are reviewed and scored by a Selection Committee, which is independent of IFFGD staff.
Selection Process
The Selection Committee members are representative of the clinical and basic sciences in the field of gastroenterology. Members review and evaluate applications based on a number of considerations, such as scientific merit, significance to the field, and feasibility. Potential conflicts of interest involving reviewers are identified and avoided in accord with NIH guidelines. Reviewers privately score each application and scores are tabulated by IFFGD. A review meeting is convened where one member serves as chair and conducts the meeting. Applications are considered and ranked by reviewers. Selection is made based on a composite of factors.