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List of required information for application:

1. Project Title

2. Project Summary: A brief summary of the proposed project, highlighting the goals and objectives.

3. Project Description: A detailed description of the proposed project, including the specific aims, methodologies, and expected outcomes.

4. Significance: Explanation of how the development, characterization, or improvement of animal models and related biological materials will contribute to Down syndrome research.

5. Relevance to Down Syndrome: Description of how the proposed project aligns with the goals and objectives of the INvestigation of Co-occurring conditions across the Lifespan to Understand Down syndromE (INCLUDE) Project.

6. Anticipated Impact: Discussion of the potential impact and significance of the proposed research on the field of Down syndrome research.

7. Research Plan: Detailed plan outlining the steps, timeline, and resources required to develop, characterize, or improve animal models and related biological materials.

8. Budget: Detailed budget estimate, including costs for personnel, supplies, equipment, and other expenses.

9. References: List of relevant references and publications that support the proposed research.

10. Collaborations: Description of any collaborations or partnerships with other institutions or researchers that will enhance the success of the proposed project.

11. Previous Experience: Description of the applicant's previous experience and expertise in Down syndrome research or related fields.

12. Institutional Support: Documentation of institutional support, such as letters of support from the applicant's institution or department.

13. Ethical Considerations: Explanation of any ethical considerations associated with the use of animal models and related biological materials in the proposed research.

14. Data Sharing: Description of plans for data sharing and dissemination of research findings.

15. Timeline: Proposed timeline for the completion of the project.

16. Evaluation Plan: Explanation of how the success and progress of the project will be evaluated.

17. Other Supporting Documents: Any additional supporting documents, such as CVs, letters of recommendation, or relevant preliminary data.

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Up to 50% funding to a maximum $50,000 grant per project;
Applicants may receive up to 50% of eligible costs for up to $10,000 to $50,000 in grant funding per project;
The applicant is responsible for the remaining 50% of costs;
The annual CanExport contribution maximum is $99,999 (in the event of multiple projects approved in the same government fiscal year);
A group of related companies cannot receive >$200,000 in funding in a single fiscal year. Projects budgets should be between $20,000-100,000; and
Applicants can apply for funding multiple times as long as their prior CanExport application has been completed all reporting is finished.

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Maintain 1 to <500 full-time employees;
Earn annual revenues ranging from $100,000 to $100,000,000;
Be federally incorporated federally or classified as a limited liability partnership (LLP);
Create eligible project expenses of $20,000 or more; and
Be financially stable and able to pay all project expenses not covered by the program.

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