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Celebrating Scientific Excellence Meet our 2024 Insights Grant Recipients
Investigating the dark side of multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders
Dr. Richard Fahlman Professor, University of Alberta LinkedIn
Uncovering the signals from senescent cells that drives cancer in vivo
Elikanah Olusayo Adegoke, PhD
Nathan Basisty, PhD National Institute on Aging, NIA LinkedIn
Cardiac tissue and plasma proteomics to identify biomarkers predicting right ventricular failure
Phyllis Billia, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Anthony Gramolini, PhD
Uros Kuzmanov, PhD Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research LinkedIn
Leveraging Seer technology for genome-informed discovery of IPF-associated isoforms in serum
Jennifer Korchak PhD Student, University of Virginia LinkedIn
Integrative multi-omics study for new circulating biomarkers of gastric cancer in African Americans
Xiang Shu, PhD Assistant Attending Epidemiologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center LinkedIn
Discovering markers of response to combined JAK and PD1 inhibition in Hodgkin lymphoma
Jerry Zak, DPhil, PhD Staff Scientist & Cancer Immunologist, The Scripps Research Institute LinkedIn
With the Proteograph® Product Suite, Seer enables you to uncover the insights that will elevate your advantage in proteomics. Our Insights Grant Program is designed to ignite scientific discovery by equipping researchers like you with the tools to unlock the full depth and breadth of the proteome. This is how breakthroughs happen.
We encourage scientists of any level to apply. Please read the program benefits and official rules before submitting your proposal. The submission window closes Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5pm PDT.
Insights Grant Benefits and Opportunities
- Three grant recipients will receive white-glove service, leveraging Seer’s cutting-edge technology and expertise from sample preparation to data analysis, to pursue critical biological inquiries. Each recipient will also receive a cash grant of US$500. For more details, refer to the Official Rules.
- Open to researchers in Cardiometabolic or Neurology fields looking to innovate and gain novel insights with the Proteograph Product Suite.
- Showcase your work. Grant recipients will have the opportunity to present their groundbreaking research in Seer-sponsored workshops at top scientific conferences, enabling them to connect with experts and broaden the impact of their research.
- Join a community of scientific excellence. Seer is committed to fostering a collaborative environment that celebrates innovation and pioneering new ways to decode the biology of the proteome to improve human health.
Meet the 2024 Seer Insights Grant Awardees!
Pushing the boundaries in proteomics research
The Seer Insights Grant Program aims to support innovative, collaborative researchers looking for access to deep, unbiased proteomics insights to push their science forward.
We are excited to announce our inaugural 2024 awardees. The esteemed researchers exemplify excellence in their fields with promising projects that highlight the potential of proteomics to drive groundbreaking discoveries. Thank you to all who applied!
Frequently Asked Questions
The Seer Insights Grant Program is designed to ignite scientific discovery by equipping researchers like you with the tools to unlock the full depth and breadth of the proteome. Through this initiative, Seer seeks to accelerate breakthroughs in the understanding and treatment of complex diseases, promoting accessibility and excellence in proteomic research.
We recognize the perceived challenges associated with mass spectrometry proteomics, such as cost and data analysis complexity. Seer is committed to breaking down these barriers by providing a grant of STAC service, coupled with complimentary access to state-of-the-art mass spectrometry services and up to 80 hours of Seer’s dedicated online bioinformatics support.
The Insights Grant Program is open to researchers in Cardiometabolics and Neurology. All applicants must be affiliated with a recognized research institution or organization within the NA and EMEA territories. Please review the Official Rules for more information.
The proposed project should align with capabilities of Seer’s Proteograph technology. Learn more about the Proteograph Product Suite. Only applications that address Cardiometabolic or Neurology research areas will be considered.
Proposals will be evaluated by a panel of scientific leaders from academia and industry, including members of Seer’s Scientific Advisory Board. The review process will occur on a rolling basis as proposals are received. Equally weighted judging criteria will be:
Scientific Merit:
- Demonstrated expertise and track record of the applicant and the Principal Investigator (PI) in the field of proposed research.
- The level of success achieved in past projects led by the PI, as evaluated through the publication record.
- Alignment of the applicant’s and PI’s expertise with the goals and requirements of the proposed research, particularly within the framework of the Proteograph workflow.
Impact of Research:
- Contribution to advancing knowledge and addressing significant challenges in “Neurology” or “Cardiometabolic” fields through proteomic research.
- Originality of the proposed research approach and methodology.
- Establishing clear avenues for translating research findings into practical applications that can benefit both the business sector and healthcare.
- Potential for resulting publications, presentations, and other communications to disseminate findings to the scientific community and beyond.
Alignment of Seer Technology to Proposed Research:
- Concise clarification of the constraints inherent in current proteomics methodologies that hinder the achievement of the research goals.
- Explanation of how Seer technology improves the quality, efficiency, and depth of investigations.
Experimental Approach:
- Clarity and coherence of the proposed research approach.
- Depth of experimental design and analytical methodologies.
- Feasibility of the work plan, considering resources, timeline, and potential challenges.
- Description of how the Seer Proteomics workflow will be utilized to address research questions.
Acknowledging the perceived barriers associated with mass spectrometry proteomics, often viewed as expensive and daunting in data analysis, we seek to break down these barriers and make this powerful technology more accessible.
With the Seer Proteograph Product Suite, we offer researchers an opportunity to delve into proteomics without the constraints of cost and complexity, providing superior depth in protein discovery and coverage. By offering the Insights Grant Program, we aspire to empower researchers to unlock new insights, foster collaboration, and drive advancements in the understanding and treatment of complex diseases.
Seer will cover the cost of STAC service, coupled with complimentary access to state-of-the-art mass spectrometry services and up to 80 hours of Seer’s dedicated online bioinformatics support.
Grant Recipients acknowledge and agree that if invited they will participate and present scientific findings at a mutually agreeable Seer workshop in 2026.
Acceptance of the grant constitutes permission to use the Grant Recipient’s name, biographical information, likeness, and company information without further compensation, except where prohibited by law and as otherwise provided herein. Grant Recipients agree if invited to participate in webinars, social videos, and/or digital ads, and to sign Seer’s STAC Terms and Conditions and appearance and likeness release.