AGA-Takeda Pharmaceuticals Research Scholar Award in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The AGA-Takeda Pharmaceuticals Research Scholar Award in Inflammatory Bowel Disease supports early-career faculty conducting innovative IBD research to advance scientific independence and discovery.
Funder: American Gastroenterological Association
Due Dates: December 2, 2026 (Full application submission)
Funding Amounts: $300,000 total ($100,000/year for 3 years) | 1 award per cycle
Summary: Supports early-career faculty in IBD research to advance toward independent research careers with strong mentorship and institutional backing.
Description
This award is designed to foster the career development of early-career faculty pursuing independent research in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The program provides substantial salary and research support, allowing recipients to dedicate significant protected time to mentored research. The award aims to help junior investigators transition to scientific independence while advancing research in digestive diseases and aligning with the AGA’s mission of reducing the burden of digestive disorders.
