The Nedra Gillette Endowed Research Fellowship funds postdoctoral research that advances foundational science and theory in occupational therapy, with a focus on supporting diversity and early-career investigators.
Funder: American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Due Dates: February 20, 2027
Funding Amounts: $5,000 for one year (postdoctoral research fellowship)
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers conducting foundational occupational therapy research, with emphasis on diversity and early-career development.
The Nedra Gillette Endowed Research Fellowship is a prestigious award from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF) designed to support postdoctoral researchers pursuing foundational research in occupational therapy. The fellowship honors leaders who have advanced the scientific basis of the profession and aims to foster a diverse and inclusive research workforce. It provides early-career funding for innovative projects that deepen theoretical understanding of human occupation, participation, and the factors influencing occupational engagement. The fellowship is especially focused on supporting individuals from backgrounds underrepresented in biomedical, behavioral, clinical, and social sciences.