Abstract Awards
AASLD Foundation's Abstract Awards support early career investigators presenting liver research at major conferences, fostering excellence and innovation in hepatology.
Funder: AASLD Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (DDW Abstract Awards) | May 2027 (The Liver Meeting® Abstract Awards)
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$3,000 per award; Named Travel Awards up to $2,500–$3,000; most awards are one-time travel support.
Summary: Provides travel support for early career investigators to present liver research at major international conferences and recognizes excellence in hepatology.
Key Information: Applicants must be the presenter of the abstract; awards are for in-person presentations only.
Description
The AASLD Foundation Abstract Awards program supports early career investigators in the field of liver disease by providing travel funding to present research at leading international conferences, including The Liver Meeting® and Digestive Disease Week® (DDW). The program aims to foster scientific excellence and professional growth, with a range of award categories that recognize diverse contributions and honor distinguished mentors in hepatology. Named Travel Awards further encourage research in specific topics, populations, or regions.
