ENC Research Grants
Forecasted
ENC Research Grants from the Egg Nutrition Center fund independent research on the nutritional value and health effects of eggs.
Funder: Egg Nutrition Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Letter of Intent)
Funding Amounts: Principal Investigator Grants: amount varies; Young Investigator Awards: up to $25,000 (1 year); indirect costs capped at 10%
Summary: Supports independent, peer-reviewed research on the role and value of eggs in a healthy diet.
Description
The Egg Nutrition Center (ENC) Research Grants program funds rigorous, independent research to advance scientific understanding of the nutritional value of eggs. Supported by America's egg farmers, the program encourages proposals from faculty, senior research associates, and young investigators, with a strong commitment to research integrity, objectivity, and transparency. Grant types include Principal Investigator Grants for established researchers, Young Investigator Awards for early-career scientists, and Discovery Grants for innovative or off-cycle projects. Funded projects must maintain academic independence in study design, analysis, and publication, and adhere to strict guidelines for unbiased and transparent reporting.
