Support for the next generation of scientists means investment in the future of the field.
The Additional Ventures Catalyst to Independence Award (AVCIA) is a transition award that supports the next generation of researchers, catalyzing their careers and efforts to solve the biggest questions in single ventricle heart disease and related fields.
Supporting People and Projects
In addition to generous research funds, the award provides additive programming and financial assistance to equip investigators with the skills, tools, and support they need to thrive as leaders of outstanding independent research programs.
Research Focus Area
Additional Ventures is on a mission to solve single ventricle heart disease, guided by our Research Roadmap to address the critical knowledge gaps within this field and beyond. The Catalyst to Independence Award provides support for outstanding investigators pursuing topics relevant to single ventricle heart disease and aligned with the specific focus areas in the Roadmap – genetics, basic cardiovascular development, tissue engineering, computational modeling, and other relevant areas.
Further Information
Application Procedures
Please refer to the Additional Ventures website for application procedures.
Eligibility Requirements
Please refer to the Additional Ventures website for eligibility requirements.