Funder: American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 per award for one year; up to two recipients
Summary: Supports postdoctoral and early-stage investigators pursuing cell or gene therapy research who have faced limited access to scientific career advancement.
Key Information: Applicants need an established mentor and institutional assurance of at least 75% research effort during the award.
Description
The American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy (ASGCT) offers the Expanding Pathways Fellowship to broaden access to professional development in biomedical research. Formerly the Underrepresented Populations Fellowship, it addresses obstacles to scientific career advancement, particularly during the transition from postdoctoral training to faculty positions.
The fellowship supports cell or gene therapy-related research by postdoctoral and early-stage investigators who self-identify with groups historically facing limited access to research opportunities, mentorship, professional networks, or other career-supporting resources. It provides direct project support while helping researchers advance their careers. Proposed work may focus on basic, translational, or clinical research in gene and cell therapy.
