Pat Anthony Disease-Related Malnutrition Research Grant
Forecasted
Pat Anthony Disease-Related Malnutrition Research Grant supports early-career investigators studying disease-related malnutrition to improve understanding of nutrient regulation and individualized nutrition support.
Funder: ASPEN Rhoads Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application) | July 2027 (Eligibility approval requests)
Funding Amounts: $20,000 for one year; may be renewable for one additional year
Summary: Supports research on disease-related malnutrition, honoring Pat Anthony’s dedication to nutrition therapy and reducing malnutrition in chronic disease.
Key Information: Applicants must be ASPEN members, and mentors must have held ASPEN membership for at least one year before submission.
Description
The ASPEN Rhoads Research Foundation administers this grant to support projects focused on disease-related malnutrition. Supported by the Estate of Mark J. & Patricia Anthony, it honors Pat Anthony, MS, RD, FASPEN, and her lifelong dedication to nutrition care and reducing malnutrition in chronic disease.
The award targets early-stage investigators with doctoral degrees and advanced academic training, including senior postdoctoral fellows and Instructor- or Assistant Professor-level faculty. Middle-career investigators changing research direction may also seek approval to apply. Projects must align with the ASPEN Research Agenda and the Foundation’s broader interest in clinical nutrition and metabolic support, including basic science, clinical, and translational investigations that improve understanding of nutrient regulation and refine individualized nutrition support.
