Fellowships
The PKD Foundation Fellowships fund early-career researchers advancing basic, translational, clinical, or epidemiological science on polycystic kidney disease.
Funder: PKD Foundation
Due Dates: August 17, 2026 (Pre-application) | January 19, 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 per year for 2 years (total $140,000); no indirect costs allowed
Summary: Supports early-career researchers conducting basic, translational, clinical, or epidemiological research on polycystic kidney disease.
Key Information: Pre-application is required; full applications are by invitation only.
Description
The PKD Foundation Fellowships program funds early-career investigators to advance research in polycystic kidney disease (PKD), including both autosomal dominant (ADPKD) and autosomal recessive (ARPKD) forms. The fellowship aims to foster the next generation of PKD researchers and supports studies in basic, translational, clinical, and epidemiological research. The program encourages diverse research topics such as molecular mechanisms, drug delivery, gene therapies, machine learning, and lifestyle interventions relevant to PKD.
