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Call for proposals: AI-Driven Drug Discovery

Merck

Research proposals for hit or lead optimization that you would like to advance using our AIDDISON™ drug discovery software are invited.

We are inviting research proposals for hit or lead optimization that you would like to advance using our AIDDISON™ drug discovery software.

We have designed AIDDISON™ drug discovery software to combine artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and computer-aided drug design (CADD) methods to act as a valuable toolkit for medicinal chemistry needs. As a unified platform for efficient and effective ligand-based and structure-based drug design, it integrates all the facets for virtual screening and supports methods for lead discovery and lead optimization.

Specialties

Artificial Intelligence

Drug Delivery

Natural Language Models

Data Science

Medical Devices

Eligibility Requirements

Submitted proposals should:

include a description of your hit or lead optimization project
be suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Merck

Address: Merck, Darmstadt, Germany

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Letter Of Intent Deadline:

Sep 22, 2024

Final Deadline:

Sep 22, 2024

Funding Amount:

Varies

3 awards available. We are offering up to 3 grants comprising AIDDISON software licenses for one year with potential further collaboration.

Questions and Answers

Commonly asked questions about this funding opportunity from the host and other attendees.

How do I apply?

In order to apply, fill out the application form with your research proposal, using non-confidential information only. Please make sure you have read and accepted the terms and conditions before you submit the application form.

Are there any requirements for the attachments I can submit in addition to the abstract?

During the first phase of the application process, we only require title, abstract and information on the project team. Additionally, you can add documents and graphics that explain the concept. There are no formal requirements for the attachments, most commonly used formats will work (for example, pdf or ppt). Please do not include any confidential information at this stage. Get in touch with us in case you have issues uploading documents to the submissions portal on researchgrants@merckgroup.com.

Can I send in my application for more than one focus topic?

Yes, you should apply for those research topics that are relevant to your proposal and you may submit multiple applications.

My proposal fits well to the topic description but not sure that it addresses all aspects.

We only will disqualify proposals that fall entirely outside the scope of the grant description. Eligible proposals will be evaluated based on the criteria subject to the research grants terms and conditions. These are currently innovativeness, commercial potential, path forward after 3 years, probability of success, team strength, strategic fit.

When will the research grants be paid out?

Following the Deep Dive workshops, Merck enters into bilateral collaboration agreements with the winning recipients to enable pay-out and project start. During the collaboration, there will be regular meetings with Merck scientists.