AGA Pilot Research Award
The AGA Pilot Research Award funds innovative one-year pilot studies in gastroenterology or hepatology to help investigators generate preliminary data for future research grants.
Funder: American Gastroenterological Association
Due Dates: September 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $40,000 for a one-year pilot project; approximately 5 awards per cycle.
Summary: Supports innovative pilot research in gastroenterology or hepatology to help investigators generate preliminary data for future funding.
Key Information: AGA membership is required at the time of application; applicants must hold a full-time faculty or equivalent position in North America.
Description
This award provides early-stage or established investigators with funding to support innovative pilot research projects in gastroenterology or hepatology. The goal is to generate preliminary data that can be leveraged for future, larger grants and to advance the understanding of digestive diseases. The program is open to all research types relevant to digestive disorders, including basic, translational, and clinical research.
