Nancy Talbot Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
The Nancy Talbot Postdoctoral Research Fellowship funds and mentors postdocs from underrepresented groups to advance diversity and health equity in occupational therapy research.
Funder: American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 per year; one-year fellowship with possible competitive renewal for a second year
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups in occupational therapy, advancing diversity and health equity through mentored research.
Key Information: For postdocs from underrepresented groups conducting research at U.S. institutions; IRB approval required before funds are released.
Description
This fellowship honors the legacy of Nancy Talbot by supporting postdoctoral researchers from racial and ethnic groups underrepresented in health sciences. Its primary aim is to foster diversity, innovation, and health equity in occupational therapy research by providing financial support, professional development, and mentored research experience. The program is designed to empower emerging scholars to launch independent research careers and connect them to a national network of occupational therapy leaders, thereby strengthening culturally responsive research and representation within the profession.
