Genentech Career Development Award for Emerging Vision Scientists
This grant funds and mentors early-career vision scientists to launch independent, innovative research projects in any area of vision science.
Funder: Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total over two years; supports research and personnel costs.
Summary: Supports early-career faculty in vision science to establish independent research programs through funding and structured mentorship.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship/permanent residency and early faculty status required; NIH R01 holders ineligible.
Description
This award provides early-career investigators in vision science with funding and mentorship to help them establish independent research programs. The grant supports innovative, high-impact projects in any area of vision research, aiming to generate preliminary data for future funding and publications. Awardees are matched with senior mentors from ARVO and receive strong institutional mentorship, promoting both scientific and career development.
