Scientific merit

• The validity of the rationale / proposed methodology
• The validity of the expected outcomes
• The validity of the proposed timelines
• The feasibility of completing the proposed work within 18 months

Innovation

• Innovation in design, methodology and objectives

Clinical / medical impact

• Contribution of the Research Project results to increase diagnosis and for clinical and scientific understanding
• Improve disease management or develop novel concepts on immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)
• Relevance of the project to the clinical practice for ITP
• Increase knowledge of SYK inhibition in ITP or other diseases.

QUALITY OF RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT

• Team clinical/scientific expertise and experience
• Qualification of the participants
• Expertise in the academic/clinical research environment