Funder: American Diabetes Association
Due Dates: May 19, 2026 (Full proposal submission deadline for Initiator Award)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,625,000 total over 7 years (2 phases: up to $100,000/year for 2 years, then up to $325,000/year for 5 years; includes indirect costs)
Summary: Supports postdoctoral scientists transitioning to independent diabetes research faculty through mentorship and multi-year research funding.
Key Information: Institutional nomination is required; applicants cannot hold an NIH K99/R00 grant concurrently.