This year's Challenge Award theme has shifted to "Advancing Genetic Medicine," and the manuscript submission deadline has been extended to June 1, 2026. You will now submit your paper to the journal Pharmaceutical Research instead of JMCP. Make sure to review the updated eligibility criteria before applying, as new geographic restrictions apply based on U.S. sanctions.
Funder: PhRMA Foundation
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (Manuscript submission deadline for Challenge Awards: Advancing Genetic Medicine)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 per winning paper (up to five awards); publication in a special journal collection.
Summary: Recognizes outstanding trainee-led research papers on advancing genetic medicine, with monetary prizes and publication.
Key Information: Only trainees (graduate students, postdocs, clinical residents) are eligible for award money; industry employees may compete but cannot receive funds.