ITHS Catalyst Awards
The ITHS Catalyst Awards from the University of Washington fund early career investigators to advance translational research by supporting pilot data collection and critical project milestones.
Funder: University of Washington
Due Dates: January 7, 2026 | April 7, 2026 | July 7, 2026 | October 7, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 in direct costs per award; 6-month project period; quarterly cycles
Summary: Supports early career investigators at ITHS-affiliated institutions with rapid, just-in-time funding for pilot data collection or critical research milestones.
Key Information: No salary, indirect, or personnel costs allowed; must be ITHS Member to apply.
Description
The ITHS Catalyst Awards, administered by the University of Washington's Institute of Translational Health Sciences (ITHS), are designed to provide rapid, targeted support to early career investigators. The awards help researchers complete critical research projects or collect pilot data necessary for future, larger grant applications. The program emphasizes timely assistance for innovative, translational research that bridges the gap between basic science and clinical application, enabling investigators to achieve key milestones that might otherwise be out of reach.
