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PAUL LYSAKER METACOGNITION RESEARCH AWARD

The MERIT Institute proudly funds the Paul Lysaker Metacognition Research Award to encourage and support innovative work in metacognition, MERIT psychotherapy, serious mental illness, and recovery.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

RESEARCH AWARDS

Up to $5,000 for MERIT Institute members conducting research on MERIT or metacognition.

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TRAVEL AWARDS

Up to $1,000 for MERIT Institute members presenting MERIT- or metacognition-related research at a professional conference.

WHO CAN APPLY?

All MERIT Institute members are eligible to apply for Research and Travel Awards. Not yet a member? You can apply for membership when submitting your grant application.

HOW TO APPLY

RESEARCH GRANT REQUIREMENTS
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Maximum 3-page proposal (specific aims, methods, future directions, timeline, budget)

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IRB approval required before funds can be disbursed​

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TRAVEL AWARDS
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Maximum 1-page application (conference abstract, conference details, budget, relevance to MERIT Institute)

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Abstracts pending acceptance may be submitted, but presentation at a conference is required before travel funds are disbursed

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and should be submitted to the Research Committee. You can also reach out for for questions and guidance before submitting. 

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RESEARCH AND TRAVEL AWARDEES

MERIT Institute has funded researchers and clinicians dedicated to advancing the science of metacognition and recovery. 

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