Career Development Award
This grant supports mentored research and career development for early-career professionals in cardiovascular or brain health science.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
American Heart Association has archived this opportunity.
Funder: American Heart Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (proposal deadline, full application due by 3 p.m. Central Time)
Funding Amounts: $77,000/year (including 10% indirect costs), up to $231,000 total over 3 years
Summary: Supports early-career healthcare and academic professionals in launching independent research careers through mentored training and career development in cardiovascular or brain health research.
Key Information: U.S.-based non-profit institutional affiliation and AHA Professional Membership required at submission.
Description
This award is designed to foster the professional growth and independence of early-career healthcare and academic professionals by supporting innovative research or pilot studies in cardiovascular or brain health. The program emphasizes a strong mentoring team and a comprehensive career development plan, aiming to equip awardees with the skills, experience, and preliminary data necessary for future research success and competitive funding. Collaboration funds may be available through co-funded opportunities.
