2027 AAAAI Foundation Award to Sustain Research Excellence
Supports early-career allergy and immunology researchers with bridge funding to advance innovative research and strengthen their competitiveness for major federal grants.
Funder: American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunolog
Due Dates: June 4, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | July 27, 2026 (Full proposal by invitation only)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total for one year; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports early-career allergy and immunology researchers in maintaining research momentum as they pursue independent research careers.
Key Information: Full proposals are accepted by invitation only after LOI review.
Description
This award is designed to help outstanding early-career investigators in allergy and immunology sustain their research activities as they transition to independent research programs. The goal is to provide bridge funding that enables recipients to develop preliminary data, master new technologies, and enhance their competitiveness for major federal grants (such as NIH or AHRQ R01s). The program emphasizes career development and aims to foster innovation and excellence in research with direct impact on patient care in allergic and immunologic diseases.
