ForTra gGmbH für Forschungstransfer der Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung
ForTra: Funding for regulatory consulting costs to promote translation of medical projects
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ForTra funds regulatory consulting costs to help medical researchers prepare for pre-IND meetings and other orientation consultations with regulatory authorities. The programme supports the strategic advisory work needed to advance clinical trial planning for medical projects ready for translation. This is a targeted, practical mechanism for bridging bench-to-clinic gaps through professional regulatory guidance.
Details
| Funder | ForTra gGmbH für Forschungstransfer der Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung |
| Deadline | 15 September 2026 |
Eligibility & scope
Finances strategic advice by consulting professionals to prepare and conduct orientation and scientific advice meetings with regulatory authorities for planning and approval of clinical trials ('pre-IND meetings'). Focused on translation of medical/clinical projects.
Who Should Apply
- •Researchers with medical or clinical projects ready for translation toward clinical trials
- •Teams seeking external regulatory consulting to prepare pre-IND meetings with authorities
- •Applicants at institutions in Germany or affiliated with the Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung network
Key Dates
- •Deadline 15 September 2026
- •Funds cover regulatory consulting and advisory costs for clinical trial preparation
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This funds the consulting costs themselves, not the research; budget for professional regulatory guidance fees.
- ✓Pre-IND meetings are the strategic target, include a clear roadmap of planned regulatory interactions in your proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does ForTra fund?
ForTra funds the costs of hiring regulatory consulting professionals to prepare for and conduct pre-IND meetings and other orientation consultations with regulatory authorities. It supports the advisory work needed to plan clinical trials for medical projects in translation.
Who can apply for ForTra?
Researchers with medical or clinical projects advancing toward clinical trials who need external regulatory consulting. Applicants should be based at or affiliated with institutions in the network of the Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung.
What is the deadline for ForTra?
The deadline is 15 September 2026.
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