Kellogg Family Early-Career Patient-Oriented Diabetes Research Awards
Supports early-career researchers in patient-focused type 1 diabetes clinical research, offering mentorship and training to foster independence in this field.
Funder: Breakthrough T1D
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000/year (including up to 10% indirect costs) for up to 5 years; generally not renewable after 5 years.
Summary: Supports early-career clinical researchers transitioning to independence in patient-oriented type 1 diabetes research, with mentorship and institutional backing.
Key Information: Applications focused on long-term complications are not accepted; psychosocial and behavioral health research is eligible.
Description
This award provides substantial support to early-career investigators planning a career in clinical research focused on type 1 diabetes. The program targets researchers in the later stages of training, supporting their transition to independent faculty or research appointments. Emphasizing patient-oriented research (direct interaction with human subjects), the award encourages projects aligned with Breakthrough T1D’s research priorities. Recipients benefit from structured mentorship, tailored training plans, and institutional support, with the aim of fostering the next generation of clinical investigators dedicated to improving type 1 diabetes care and outcomes.
