[American Gastroenterological Association](https://gastro.org)

September 15, 2026: Full application deadline

$100,000 total ($50,000/year for 2 years); 1 award per cycle

Supports established investigators for innovative research advancing the understanding, prevention, or treatment of gastric cancer.

--- ## Description This award supports an established investigator conducting impactful research to advance the fundamental understanding of gastric cancer pathobiology or to develop novel approaches for prevention, treatment, or cure of gastric cancer. The award encourages innovative studies in areas such as gastric mucosal cell biology, cell growth regulation, inflammation as a precancerous process, genetics and oncogenes of gastric carcinoma, epidemiology, etiology, clinical research in diagnosis or treatment, and research addressing evidence gaps in gastric cancer surveillance guidelines. The program aims to foster progress in the field and align with the mission of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA). --- ## Due Dates - September 15, 2026: Full application deadline Applicants will be notified of funding decisions by January 31, 2027. Funding starts April 1, 2027. --- ## Funding Amount - Total award: $100,000, paid as $50,000 per year over two years - Only one award is made per cycle - Funds may be used for PI salary/benefits, research staff, biostatistical support, supplies, animals, equipment, and other direct research costs - Indirect costs and travel costs are not allowed --- ## Eligibility - Must hold an MD, PhD, or equivalent degree (e.g., MBBS, MBChB, DO) - Must be an established independent investigator in gastric biology: - MD (or equivalent): ≥7 years since completion of clinical training (GI fellowship or equivalent) at award start (April 2027) - PhD (or equivalent): ≥7 years since awarding of PhD at award start (April 2027) - Must hold a full-time faculty or equivalent position at an institution in North America (US, Canada, or Mexico) - AGA membership is required at the time of application submission - Research must focus on gastric cancer (basic, translational, or clinical) - Applicants from underrepresented groups in biomedical research are encouraged to apply - AGA Institute Governing Board members are not eligible while serving --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [AGA Grants Management System](https://gastro.org/research-and-awards/apply-for-awards/award/aga-r-robert-sally-funderburg-research-award-in-gastric-cancer/) - Required materials: - Research facilities and resources form - Biographical sketches for applicant and key personnel - List of current and pending support - Budget and budget justification narrative - Research plan (max 3 pages), specific aims (1 page), and references - Letters of support as specified - Human subjects or animal use approvals must be provided before funds are disbursed (if applicable) - Only one submission per applicant per award mechanism per year - Applicants may not hold another award directly related to the proposed research at the time of submission --- ## Additional Information - Selection criteria: significance, investigator, innovation, approach, environment, institutional commitment, and relevance to AGA’s mission; preference for novel approaches - Progress and financial reports are required annually - Award recipients must acknowledge AGA support in publications and presentations - Forfeiture and transfer policies apply if eligibility is lost or the PI changes institution --- ## External Links - [Program page and application instructions](https://gastro.org/research-and-awards/apply-for-awards/award/aga-r-robert-sally-funderburg-research-award-in-gastric-cancer/) - [Award policies](https://gastro.org/research-awards/award-policies/) - [Award resources & FAQs](https://gastro.org/research-awards/award-resources/) - [Preview application (PDF)](https://aga-fileuploader-bucket.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/2027%20AGA%20Funderburg%20Award%20Preview.pdf) - [AGA membership information](https://gastro.org/membership/join-aga/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|----------------------------|--------------| | AGA Awards Program | awards@gastro.org | 301-654-2055 | For specific questions about eligibility, application requirements, or policies, contact the AGA Awards Program.

AGA-R. Robert & Sally Funderburg Research Award in Gastric Cancer

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