FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Application Window Now Open for 2024 Boston Marathon
Medical Research Funding Program
BOSTON (07/19/2023) - The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) is now
accepting letter of intents from scientific researchers interested in being
part of the 2024 Boston Marathon Medical Research Funding Program at the
128th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, to be run on April 15,
2024.
The B.A.A. Medical Research Funding Program provides an annual request for
proposal for scientific researchers to conduct research at the world’s
oldest annual marathon. Investigators are asked to submit scientific
proposals for projects that can be conducted in conjunction with the race.
All letters of intent received by the August 10, 2023, submission deadline
will be considered by B.A.A. leadership, medical directors and an external
panel of scientific experts. Awardees will be chosen and notified with
ample time to secure institutional review board approval. This program will
provide investigators with a one-time itemized budget of up to $25,000 to
complete the proposed work, though the B.A.A. may choose multiple proposals
at lower amounts to support depending on submissions received.
Proposals for field studies aimed at delineating key aspects of athlete
health and performance are encouraged, as are studies inclusive of Para
athletes and studies that examine issues related to gender and diversity.
Proposals and any program questions should be emailed to
for review and response by the B.A.A.
Information on submission requirements, judgement criteria, and a timeline
of the Medical Research Funding Program can be found here.
ABOUT THE BOSTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (B.A.A.)
Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a non-profit
organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through
sports, especially running. The B.A.A. manages the Boston Marathon, and
supports comprehensive charity, youth, and year-round programming. The
Boston Marathon is part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, along with
international marathons in Tokyo, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York
City. Starting in 2024, the Boston Marathon’s presenting partner will be
Bank of America. The 128th Boston Marathon is scheduled to take place on
Monday, April 15, 2024. For more information on the B.A.A., please visit
www.baa.org.
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