Frequently Asked Questions:
  1. Is there a limit on when my seed funding expired?
    No, there is specific limit. However the award is intended to help junior faculty members who have recently expended their seed achieve funding independence. It is not intended for established researchers experiencing a brief lapse in funding coverage. The latter should apply through the Interim Funding Program.
  2. Are there restrictions on rank?
    There are no specific restrictions on rank status of the applicant, but applicants must be full-time BCM faculty members who have received College seed packages.
  3. How important is the letter of endorsement and commitment?
    The letter from the academic unit head is essential for demonstrating departmental support of the candidate. For that reason, it must be written by a Department Chair or Center Director, or a Section Chief.
  4. What if I have other questions?
    Please direct other questions to awards@bcm.edu