“Science is a team sport” – Kristy Townsend, PhD Dr. Townsend recently spoke on our webinar, Behind the lab coat: How medical research really works. Kristy Townsend, PhD is a researcher and Professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at The Ohio State University’s College of Medicine. Research in the Townsend Lab for Neurobiology & Energy Balance focuses on neural […]
Peripheral Neuropathy Affects Millions Worldwide Peripheral neuropathy (PN) affects an estimated 30 million Americans and approximately 130 million people worldwide. There are dozens of causes, but metabolic disease — including obesity, pre-diabetes, and diabetes — is by far the leading driver of PN. Metabolic Disease as the Leading Cause of Peripheral Neuropathy Metabolic dysfunction plays […]
As we start a new year, we are excited to look back at what the IMAGiNe study achieved in 2025. We are also looking ahead to our goals for 2026 and beyond. At the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN), we celebrate every milestone that helps move peripheral neuropathy research forward. About the IMAGiNe study The IMAGiNe study (IgM Anti-Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein Neuropathy Study) is led by Maastricht University Medical […]
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The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Vertex Pharmaceuticals, as an esteemed 2025 Premier Impact Sponsor. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in FPN’s mission to advance patient education for individuals affected by peripheral neuropathy (PN). Collaboration for Impact At FPN, our commitment to improving the lives of those living […]
Last call to apply! Early-career neuropathy research grant applications due Sept. 8 We’re pleased to announce the 2026-28 cycle of our early career research grants, offered through the American Academy of Neurology and American Brain Foundation . This grant is called the Clinical Research Training Scholarship in Peripheral Neuropathy. We are still accepting applications. Learn more and apply by September 9. […]
For the fourth consecutive year, peripheral neuropathy (PN) has been renewed for research funding by the Department of Defense (DoD) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP)’s $150 million fund for FY25. In advance of pre-application deadlines, we are sharing the FY25 funding mechanisms, award amounts, maximum direct costs and how to apply. Want to learn more about […]
For the fourth consecutive year, peripheral neuropathy (PN) has been renewed for research funding by the Department of Defense (DoD) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP)’s $370 million fund for FY24. In advance of pre-application deadlines, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is sharing with you the FY24 funding mechanisms, award amounts, maximum direct costs and how to apply. FY24 […]
The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy and the Department of Defense Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program Co-Host March 8, 2023, Webinar About Award Pre-Applications CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — For the third consecutive year, peripheral neuropathy (PN) has been renewed for research funding by the Department of Defense (DoD) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP)’s $370 million fund. In advance of pre-application deadlines, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) […]
The Department of Defense’s (DoD) Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) has determined the grant applications that it wishes to award in fiscal year 2021 (FY21). In this first year that applications were accepted for research in peripheral neuropathy, 41 applications out of over 1000 applications received focused on peripheral neuropathy. DoD is recommending awarding a grant […]