Grant Program
Supports early-career U.S. faculty in launching independent biomedical research to help them compete for major grants like the NIH R01.
Funder: Edward Mallinckrodt Jr Foundation
Due Dates: July 1, 2026 (Full proposal submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $75,000 per year for up to 3 years (non-renewable)
Summary: Supports early-career, tenure-track faculty in the U.S. to launch independent biomedical research projects and prepare for major funding.
Key Information: One proposal per institution; overhead not allowed; U.S. institutions only.
Description
This program is designed to help early-career, tenure-track faculty members at U.S. academic institutions establish independent biomedical research projects. The goal is to position investigators to compete successfully for major independent funding, such as NIH R01 grants. The foundation emphasizes clear communication for both lay and scientific reviewers and expects strong institutional support for the nominated investigator.
