2011

No research grant was provided for 2011 since the ICAAS science advisory committee did not find any of the received proposals in line with the ICAAS research aims. Yet, from 2012 onwards, ICAAS will continue providing substantial funds to support academic and independent research on upper limits and safety of amino acids. Interested parties may contact the Secretariat for further details (ICAAS@kelleneurope.com)

Objective:
To enhance knowledge on upper limits of amino acid intakes by humans with particular emphasis on methodologies for assessing or setting upper intake levels of individual amino acids. Funding priority basically goes to research that will be able to provide human data or data directly relevant to humans.

Budget & Grants:
Accepts proposals for up to US$200,000 including indirect costs.

Period of Funded Research:
Up to 2 years