Research Grant Program

We Provide Funding for Research on Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm and Dissection to Advance Care and Save Lives

Funding from The JRF allowed my lab to generate preliminary data and organize an international collaborative network to define the molecular triggers for acute aortic dissections, with the goal of identifying drugs to block these dissections. We went on to receive a 7.5 milllion dollar Leducq Foundation award, indicating a large return on investment for JRF research funding.”

– Dianna Milewicz, MD, PhD

If you have questions contact The JRF at  info@johnritterfoundation.org.

Thoracic Aortic Research Impact Grant

Established in 2021, this grant program supports research aimed at improving diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for individuals with or at risk for thoracic aortic disease.

The aim of this grant is to support projects that have the potential to directly inform or improve clinical care in the near term. Funding decisions are based on a competitive review process conducted by The John Ritter Foundation’s Grants Advisory Committee, with final approval by the Board of Directors.

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