The ASH Research Training Award for Fellows funds early-career researchers to pursue mentored hematology research and develop independent scientific careers.
Funder: American Society of Hematology
Due Dates: January 18, 2027 (full application) | March 15, 2027 (second year applications for current recipients)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 for one year (salary-focused); up to 4 recipients may receive a second year; $1,000 travel honorarium for ASH meeting
Summary: Supports early-career hematology researchers (MD/MD-PhD fellows) with funding, protected research time, and mentorship to advance academic research careers.
Key Information: Applicants must dedicate 50–75% effort to research; solid tumor projects are not eligible.
The ASH Research Training Award for Fellows (RTAF) is designed to support junior researchers pursuing academic careers in hematology, hematology/oncology, or closely related fields. The award provides protected research time and resources for clinical, basic, translational, or outcomes-based research in hematology, with the goal of helping fellows gain the expertise and track record needed to compete for future independent funding opportunities. Recipients also receive mentorship and professional development through the American Society of Hematology (ASH).