Pediatric Scientist Development Program

Due: Feb 14, 2026

$250,000

Description

The Pediatric Scientist Development Program (PSDP) is designed to support and nurture early career pediatricians committed to academic research in the field of pediatrics. The program provides a platform for scholars with an MD, MD/PhD, or DO degree who are at the final stages of their pediatric residency or are in their first year of a subspecialty fellowship. The focus is on developing expertise in areas relating to pediatrics, including research on prematurity, neonatal morbidity and mortality, and fetal and neonatal health eq...

Award Amount$250,000

Eligible Applicants- Doctor (MD)- PostDoc

Additional Eligibility Information

Open to MD, MD/PhD, or DO degree holders. Candidates should be completing or have completed pediatric residency in the USA or Canada. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required for participants in NIH-funded slots. Other slots are available for international candidates through partner-funded support.

Funding TypefellowshipCategories of Funding Activity- Pediatrics- Neonatal Health- Fetal Health- Health Equity

Grantor Contact InformationJanet Lam, Program Manager, Pediatric Scientist Development Program, Weill Cornell Medicine, Email: jal2059@med.cornell.eduGrantor Emailjal2059@med.cornell.eduOther Grantor InformationMarch of Dimes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of mothers and babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. It funds research to understand the causes of these conditions and to develop effective interventions. The organization also provides educational resources and support services to families and healthcare providers. Through advocacy and community outreach, it works to raise awareness and drive policy changes that enhance maternal and infant health. Its collaborative efforts bring together researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to tackle the complex challenges of early life health. Ultimately, March of Dimes envisions a future where every baby has the best possible start in life.

Additional InformationThe program is funded by a coalition of organizations, including the March of Dimes and other partnering organizations. It provides funding for about a dozen recipients annually, with each participant supported by a specific organization. The grant changes structure regularly, ensuring alignment with the evolving needs of the pediatric research community. Additional URLs:

https://amspdc-psdp.org/

https://amspdc-psdp.org/applying/

Supporting Linkhttps://www.marchofdimes.org/our-work/research/grants-awards/pediatric-scientist-development-program

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