Microbiome Ignite Award

The Ignite Award by the USF Microbiomes Institute is designed as a small, rapid-access funding mechanism to support investigative teams in microbiome research. It targets feasibility projects that show a high chance of bridging research gaps, obtaining pilot data for larger grant applications, or providing internal funding for new peer-reviewed research projects to reach a fundable stage. With up to $5,000 available for use within a 3-month period, this grant seeks proposals that demonstrate scientific quality and potential for further development, research feasibility and innovation, a clear need, the likelihood of overcoming a translational gap or securing pilot data for subsequent larger applications, and the chance of leading to a more competitive application upon resubmission. The appropriateness of the budget and project period are also considered in the review process.