The Clinical Student Research Award from the American Geriatrics Society honors outstanding undergraduate research advancing geriatrics, presented at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.
Funder: American Geriatrics Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (first week, projected)
Funding Amounts: Recognition award; certificate and letter of award (no cash prize).
Summary: Honors an undergraduate student for the most outstanding geriatrics research abstract at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.
Key Information: Applications limited to one AGS award category per year per applicant.
The Clinical Student Research Award from the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) recognizes an undergraduate student in medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, or social work for exceptional research in geriatrics. The award is presented to the student who submits the most outstanding abstract for presentation at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting, highlighting significant contributions to advancing knowledge and care for older adults. This honor aims to encourage and celebrate emerging professionals dedicated to improving person-centered elder care.