AGA Research Scholar Award (RSA)
The AGA Research Scholar Award supports early-career faculty in advancing independent research on digestive diseases with mentored projects funded by the American Gastroenterological Association.
Funder: American Gastroenterological Association
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $100,000/year for 3 years (total $300,000); 6 awards per cycle
Summary: Supports early-career faculty in digestive disease research by providing protected time and resources for mentored research toward independence.
Key Information: Applicants must dedicate at least 50% effort and be AGA members at submission and throughout the award.
Description
The AGA Research Scholar Award (RSA) is designed to support early-career faculty (junior investigators) in North America who are pursuing independent research careers in digestive diseases. The award provides significant financial support and protected time for mentored research, aiming to foster the transition of promising investigators into independent, productive researchers and future leaders in the field. Eligible research spans basic, translational, and clinical projects relevant to digestive disorders, including liver and pancreatic diseases.
